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Message from Chancellor Kent Syverud
Dear Members of the Orange Community: We are not yet two weeks into the spring semester, and we already find ourselves approaching the threshold of 100 positive COVID-19 cases in a two-week period. When and if we do, the University…
Texas Power Grids, Extreme Weather and Changing Climate
The recent winter storm that led to massive power outages in several states including Texas, Mississippi and Kentucky has raised lots of questions with climate scientists and researchers who study electricity infrastructure. Is this linked to global warming, what may…
Chandice Haste-Jackson Appointed Interim Director of First-Year Seminar Program
Chandice Haste-Jackson, associate teaching professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Science in the Falk College, has been appointed interim director of the First-Year Seminar course, effective Feb. 1, 2021. The First-Year Seminar course is part of a…
“Stimulus bill would boost incomes of poorest Americans by nearly $4,000”
Katherine Michelmore, assistant professor of public administration and international affairs in the Maxwell School, had research cited by CBS for the story “Stimulus bill would boost incomes of poorest Americans by nearly $4,000.” Michelmore, who is a senior research associate…
“COVID-19 case numbers drop, signaling winter surge is slowing.”
David Larsen, associate professor of public health in Falk College, was quoted by ABC News Radio for the story “COVID-19 case numbers drop, signaling winter surge is slowing.” Larsen, an expert in epidemiology, has helped lead the University’s procedures to…
Nomination Deadline for Teaching Recognition Awards Extended to March 1
The Teaching Recognition Awards Program has extended the deadline for nominations to March 1, in recognition of the multiple demands faced by our campus community. The Teaching Recognition Awards Program is sponsored by the Meredith Professors to benefit non-tenured faculty members. Its…
“Pop Life: Tribute to Cicely Tyson and Black Television Greats”
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor of television, radio and film and director of the Bleier Center for Television and Popular Culture in the Newhouse School, was interviewed by WAER for the story “Pop Life: Tribute to Cicely Tyson and Black Television…
“Why the US is eyeing a $300 monthly child benefit.”
Katherine Michelmore, assistant professor of public administration in the Maxwell School, was quoted in the BBC story “Why the US is eyeing a $300 monthly child benefit.” The article discusses how the U.S. is considering a monthly child benefit, which…
“The Consequences of Yet Another ‘Black Widow’ Delay for the MCU.”
Kendall Phillips, professor of communication and rhetorical studies in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, was quoted in the Observer story “The Consequences of Yet Another ‘Black Widow’ Delay for the MCU.” Phillips, an expert on Marvel Cinematic Universe,…
Biology Professor Breaks Down Science Behind Ancestry, Heritage Tests
As people celebrate Black History Month, many in and connected to the African American community may be interested in tracing more of their family history and learning about their connections to the African continent. How do you piece together your…