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Iowa focuses on masks as coronavirus deaths rise
Shana Kushner Gadarian, associate professor of political science in the Maxwell School, was quoted in the Associated Press story “Iowa focuses on masks as coronavirus deaths rise.” Kushner discussed many people’s distrust in the current U.S. administration, saying, “people in…
Managing Midterm Stress for Academic Success
Dear Students: Please take a moment to review our message below outlining a number of resources available to you to help manage stress, anxiety and the demands of your classes. We are reaching the point of the semester where you…
Sewer Repair Underway Near Holden Observatory and Quad Lot
Facilities Services and a local contractor are planning to begin an emergency repair of a broken sewer line located southeast of Holden Observatory, between the observatory and the Quad Lot. As of today, the restroom in Holden Observatory is out…
Faculty Professional Development Series ‘Moving the Needle’ Toward DEIA
At her core, Melissa Luke says she is a “consummate scientist practitioner” who prefers to rely on research and data to inform her work. So when the division of Faculty Affairs in the Office of Academic Affairs asked Luke and…
What You Should Know About the Recent Policy Review of U.S. Trade With China
Mary Lovely, professor of economics in the Maxwell School, was quoted in the Reuters story “New U.S. China trade plan leaves industry hungry for specifics.” Lovely, a trade economist, discussed U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai’s recent policy review, saying, “She’s…
Why Small Retailers Will Struggle This Holiday Season
Patrick Penfield, professor of supply chain practice and director of Executive Education in the Whitman School, was interviewed for the CNN story, “Snowcone the Happy Unicorn is the latest victim of manufacturing chaos.” Penfield discusses the ongoing repercussions of the pandemic…
BioInspired Institute Partners With Historically Black Colleges and Universities
The BioInspired Institute focuses on leading-edge research in materials and living systems and trains students at the undergraduate and graduate level. When the United States faced a reckoning on racism and structural inequities, BioInspired’s faculty and staff asked, “How can…
Strategies for promoting the COVID-19 vaccine for children
When the COVID-19 vaccine becomes available for kids ages 5-11, most vaccinated parents will get their children the shot. However, this will also be a prime opportunity for those who are anti-vaccine to ramp up their efforts to discredit the…
Support, Resources and Reporting Options for Those Impacted by Sexual or Relationship Violence
Dear Students: As we enter National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, I want to take this opportunity to remind our returning students about and introduce our new students to the resources and support services available to assist individuals impacted by sexual…