Bill Nye to speak at Assembly Series

Bill NyeMany of today’s college students grew up watching Bill Nye “The Science Guy” on television. Some may even be science-related majors because of the author and television star. Nye has made it his mission to engage people in the fascinating realm of science. His new series, “The Eyes of Nye,” explores topics ranging from astrobiology to sports.

Washington People

Although breast cancer is more common among white women, African-American women are far more likely to die of the disease. What accounts for this fundamental racial imbalance? Dione Farria, M.D., knows all too well.

Givens appointed to associate vice chancellor; will succeed Jasper Leicht

Steven J. Givens has been named associate vice chancellor and executive director of University Communications effective Jan. 1, 2007. Givens, who currently serves as assistant vice chancellor and special assistant to Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton, will succeed Judy Jasper Leicht, who announced she plans to retire at the end of the calendar year.

Breaking down the barriers

Although breast cancer is more common among white women, African-American women are far more likely to die of the disease. What accounts for this fundamental racial imbalance? Dione Farria, M.D., knows all too well: African-American women are less likely to get mammograms that can detect breast cancer early when it is more easily treated. Socioeconomic […]

Medal of honor

Photo by David KilperA new medallion welcomes visitors to the campus, soon to be named the Danforth Campus.

Five professors join the faculty at Olin

Markus Baer comes to Olin wrapping up his doctoral work at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Ph.D. expected in fall 2006. He is originally from Germany where he earned a master’s degree in psychology at the University of Giessen. Baer joins Olin as an assistant professor of Organizational Behavior. His research interests focus on […]
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