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Campus & Community

Remembering Robert S. Phillips, Alumnus and Former Professor of English

Wednesday, March 2, 2022, By Dan Bernardi

Robert S. Phillips ′60, G′63, former assistant director of admissions and professor of English, died at the age of 83. A proud alumnus of the University, Phillips received bachelor’s degrees in English and advertising and a master’s degree in English….

STEM

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Student Elliott Holdosh ’23 Accepts Co-op Position With Tesla

Wednesday, March 2, 2022, By Alex Dunbar

Long before he could drive them, Elliott Holdosh was always interested in cars. He got his first hands-on experience working with his grandfather on a 1989 Ford Mustang and it set his future in motion. “When I was considering what…

Health & Society

From Orange to Black and Gold: Athletic Advising Certificate Helps Ella Simkins ’20, G’21 Land at Army Lax

Wednesday, March 2, 2022, By Martin Walls

Ella Simkins ’20, G’21 had big plans for the 2020 women’s lacrosse season. A standout defender, in her junior year she had started all 21 games, recorded career highs in caused turnovers and draw controls, and ranked third on the…

Arts & Culture

School of Architecture Professor, Alumna Elevated to AIA College of Fellows

Wednesday, March 2, 2022, By Julie Sharkey

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) recently elevated member-architects, including two School of Architecture affiliates, to its prestigious College of Fellows. Professor Lori A. Brown and Joanna L. Schmickel ’87 (B.Arch.) have received this prestigious honor as recognition of their…

Campus & Community

Women in Leadership Initiative Announces Resilient Leadership and Change Program

Wednesday, March 2, 2022, By News Staff

After kicking off the spring 2022 semester with the highly engaging Conversation With Provost Ritter, the Women in Leadership Initiative announces another program offering this spring. The Resilient Leadership and Change program is designed to help participants cultivate positive mindset…

Campus & Community

Graduate Student Thrives in University’s Military-Friendly Culture

Monday, February 28, 2022, By Stephanie Salanger

National Guard soldier and federal civil servant Kola Oluwagbemi G’22 has had a “very favorable experience” as a result of the University’s commitment to the military community. Below, he answers questions about his background and plans for the future. Where…

Campus & Community

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to Participate in Toner Prizes Celebration

Monday, February 28, 2022, By Wendy S. Loughlin

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, 52nd Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, will be the featured guest at the virtual ceremony honoring the winners of the 2022 Toner Prizes for Excellence in Political Reporting. She will discuss the state of…

Campus & Community

Atrocity Studies Annual Lecture to Address Climate Change and International Security

Monday, February 28, 2022, By Martin Walls

During the 2022 Atrocity Studies Annual Lecture—presented by the School of Education—a panel of experts in environmental politics, law and security, and environmental peacebuilding will address climate change as a risk factor for mass atrocities, the national and international responses…

Campus & Community

Long Awaited Victories for Orange Experience Synchronized Skating Club Team

Monday, February 28, 2022, By Gabrielle Lake

After returning with silver from the 2020 Open Collegiate Eastern Sectional Synchronized Skating Championships, the Orange Experience Synchronized Skating Club Team faced a sudden and unexpected freeze. The COVID-19 pandemic cancelled all additional competitions, no new members tried out and…

Campus & Community

College of Visual and Performing Arts Announces 2022 VPA Scholars

Monday, February 28, 2022, By Erica Blust

Twelve seniors in the College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) have been named VPA Scholars, the college’s highest undergraduate academic honor. The VPA Scholars program was established to recognize the achievements of the college’s top seniors. Students are selected…