Community engaged learning courses in the College of Arts and Sciences help students learn better and contribute more through reflection and action. (Nov. 7, 2012)
The Africana Studies and Research Center held its second forum on issues arising from death of Michael Brown’s death Nov. 17. The event focused on law enforcement, training and policies.
Faculty-in-residence Cheryl Finley, assistant professor of history of art, took 15 students from her residence hall to New York City for the day April 24 to learn about art, architecture and history. (May 11, 2010)
Hansen Clarke overcame the odds to earn his degree in art and discovered an interest in politics that led to a career in public service and his recent election to the U.S. House of Representatives. (Feb. 2, 2011)
Alma Sana, founded by Lauren Braun '11, makes bracelets that remind mothers in the developing world of their children's vaccination dates. The bracelets are being evaluated in several countries.
Peter Hohendahl, professor of German studies and of comparative literature, will be honored with the conference, 'Literature and Criticism in the Public Sphere,' April 29-30 at the A.D. White House. (April 13, 2011)
No matter how neglected the child, there’s still hope – at least for prairie voles. That’s the message of a new study from a Cornell psychologist that could have implications for human well-being.
Two seniors became the first undergraduates to contribute to the Intypes (Interior Archetypes) Research and Teaching Project, which gives designers a common language for interior design features.
Provost Fuchs says Africana Studies will launch a Ph.D. program, and receive new funds and faculty positions, as well as the 'critical academic and administrative support that a college is best able to provide.'