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Summer 2008

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A Moving Experience: Several Arts and Sciences Offices Find New Homes
There's method behind the mouse maze-mounds of boxes scattered throughout Edwards I and McMicken Hall. Find out who's moving where, and why.

Carl Brett Presented Prestigious Medal in Norway
The International Geological Congress presented its second Digby McLaren Medal ever to Professor Carl Brett for a "lifetime of notable contributions."

Grant Lends Excitement to Research Project
Daniel Buchholz's first year at McMicken is highlighted by a Powe Award, his first grant as a member of the biology faculty.

Professor's Poetry Passion Pays Off in 'Classics Style'
Her love of epigrams has landed Kathryn Gutzwiller four grants and a richly rewarding look at a centuries-old style of poetry.

Driving Interest Examines Stress on the Road
Psychology Professor Gerry Matthews' research delves into how stress and fatigue affect the performance of drivers and what that means for safety, as well as study relating to stress, personality and performance.

The School Bully: Does It Run In the Family?
A review of national and international research on the issue is finding a family connection to the origins of young bullies. Master's student Elizabeth Sweeney presented her findings at the 103rd annual meeting of the American Sociological Association.

Strengths, Memories on Display in Women's Studies
In a historic election year, a conference brings feminist scholars and activists together to celebrate a discipline that has produced educational and social transformation.

Journalism Major Hones Diverse Skills
Geoffrey Dobbins flexed his blogging chops on the front lines as news was made and delivered at the recent NAACP and UNITY conventions.

A Matter of Heart and History in South Africa
The chance to reach out, team with a local church and make a global difference has great appeal for a professor of African American studies and a Women's Studies student.

Profile: Janet Del Bene, PhD 1968

Chemistry Alumna Says It's An Honor to Win 2008 Morley Medal
Janet Del Bene joins Nobel Laureates and McMicken professors recognized by the ACS for contributions to chemistry.

In Focus: COMMUnity Spirit

COMMunity House, The New Neighbor on the Stratford Block, Will Open in Fall
Organizers hope a unique living setup will help communication students form meaningful bonds that will last a lifetime.

Alumni Corner

Catch Up With News and Friends Via McMicken Magazine
Copies of the 2008 edition of McMicken Magazine have been mailed. You can also access this, and previous, editions online.

Meet...

Eddie Merino

Eddie Merino figures that "no one will know who I am in 200 years."

"But if something I worked on, someone I trained, or someone I interacted with helps with cancer I can leave here satisfied that I did my part," says Merino, a new assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry. His research is focused on the interplay between oxidative stress, DNA damage and cancer.

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Upcoming Events

Deadline for Thesis and Dissertation Materials for Summer Graduation
August 15

Career Development Center's Annual Retreat
August 20

Chemistry Seminar with Linda Shimizu
August 28

New Graduate Student Orientation
September 15-17

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September 1

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