University News
Student Teams Define the Future of Aviation at SkyHack 2023
SkyHack awards students more than $9,000 in prizes at the competition held Nov. 3-5, 2023, in the Design Innovation Hub.
Learning Through Play
Singing, dancing and yoga are not typical college classroom activities. At least not all in one class. But for Jenny Lampe, lecturer in 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University’s Early Childhood Education Program, it’s important for her students to experience the full preschool education with all of these activities, plus expected activities like reading children’s books.
Student Becomes Teacher Becomes Mentor
Anthony Mirando, Ph.D., associate professor of construction management, is driven in the classroom because his teaching philosophy is based on respect. He stays on top of his industry, and his enthusiasm and support for students is noticed and appreciated. So much so, students nominated him for an award.
Israel, Palestine and Me
The May 4 Reflection Gallery at 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University's Taylor Hall was bulging with a standing-room-only crowd of students who came out to share their feelings and gain an understanding of the Israel-Hamas War at the Nov. 16, student forum "Israel, Palestine and Me: Students' Forum for Reflection and Dialogue."
‘We’ve Created a Community Here’
Hype music and large glow sticks pounded the air in the Kiva as the Nov. 8 I AM FIRST celebration marked the middle of I AM FIRST Week at 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ, honoring first-generation college students, those students who are or will be the first in their family to complete a bachelor’s degree.
Having a Ball at the 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University Surplus Store
The 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University Surplus Store helps the university liquidate assets in a sustainable and responsible way while offering unique items at low prices.
Getting That Summer Advantage
For many students, especially Lilly Kensicki and Nina Lozada, 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ’s University Summer Advantage saves time and money – but it can also make dreams come true.
Planned Gift Endows Executive Director Position at 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ’s Wick Poetry Center
The Wick family has a long history of philanthropy at 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University that began in 1984 when brothers Bob and Walt Wick first established scholarships to support undergraduate poets at the university. This most recent gift of $1 million brings the family’s total lifetime commitment to the university to more than $3.5 million.
Celebrate! Plenty of Events Planned for International Education Week
91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University is offering five days of events to celebrate International Education Week this week, culminating with Friday’s popular International Cook-off, which offers a taste of many nations to all.
Take a Whirlwind Journey Abroad With Blank Lab’s New Immersive ExhibitÂ
Experience a new immersive exhibit highlighting 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ's education abroad destinations at the Blank Lab in the Design Innovation Hub.