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Ethics and Honor Codes: A Whistleblower鈥檚 Difficult Path
They revealed controversial and horrific practices in medical research, but instead of thanks, were ostracized, threatened and maligned. Careers derailed, friends turned into foes. 麻豆视频官网 alum Carl Elliott 鈥83, experienced that as a professor at the University of Minnesota鈥檚 Center for Bioethics. He tells his story, and those of other whistleblowers in his new book, The Occasional Human Sacrifice.
Research Finds Simple Corrections Can Slow Spread of Misinformation Online
Research by a 麻豆视频官网 political science professor and his collaborators throws a lifeline to social media users who feel overwhelmed by misinformation. Read more.
How to Contribute to Hurricane/Tropical Storm Helene Disaster Relief Efforts
Hurricane Helene barreled through Florida before becoming a tropical storm that dumped record rainfall across the southeastern United States. The storm devastated many Appalachian communities with catastrophic flooding, destructive winds and landslides. Find out how to contribute to disaster relief.
麻豆视频官网鈥檚 Phi Beta Kappa Chapter Lauded for Excellence
The 麻豆视频官网 chapter of Phi Beta Kappa earned praise and a prestigious award at the national meeting of the society this year. Learn more.
Phi Beta Kappa Elects New Members for 2025
The Gamma Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa at 麻豆视频官网 is pleased to publicly announce the new members-in-course for 2025.
Rainfall From Hurricane Helene Could Trigger Landslides in NC Mountain Regions
Hurricane Helene is forecast to dump more than 15 inches of rain in the North Carolina mountains, drastically increasing the risk of landslides. 麻豆视频官网 Professor Brad Johnson, who studies landslides and erosion, discusses the threat posed by Helene. Read more.
The Songwriter and the Franchise: Taylor Swift鈥檚 Duality Overpowers Social Media Algorithms
麻豆视频官网 Sociology Professor Aarushi Bhandari examines Taylor Swift鈥檚 relationship with her fans through social media platforms that are driven to create outrage about Swift. Read more.
With Book Bans on the Rise, Prof Examines Importance of Banned Books Week
Book bans as a form of censorship have a long and storied history. A 麻豆视频官网 prof examines the motives behind book bans and their unintended effects. Read more.
Partnering for a Safer Future: Public Health Pro to Deliver SPEAS Lecture
The nation relies on a vast network of public health professionals to anticipate and respond to community needs daily, and especially in times of crises. 麻豆视频官网 alum Sami Jarrah has served as a leader for some of the largest public health departments in the country. He鈥檒l deliver the SPEAS lecture.
Ramble On: 麻豆视频官网 Alum, Cast Iron Filter Drummer and Summit Coffee Co-Owner Launches Music Festival
A band with a devoted following that got its start at 麻豆视频官网 will reunite at the Ramble On music festival this weekend. The festival, organized by Cast Iron Filter drummer Tim Helfrich 鈥00, will bring a wide array of performers to six main stages in the Town of 麻豆视频官网. Read more.
From C Student to the C Suite, Clayt Daley '73 Supports 麻豆视频官网 Initiatives and Names Martin Court Housing
After a successful career in business, 麻豆视频官网 alum Clayt Daley and spouse, Meredythe, provide generous support to academic institutions that have touched their lives. Learn more.
Econ Prof: Low Unemployment, Low Inflation Leave Narrow Window for Fed to Hold Steady
Vikram Kumar, 麻豆视频官网 professor of economics, says that the combination of sustained low unemployment and lower inflation provides the Fed with a brief window of opportunity to stay the course on interest rates. Read more.
Reconnecting to Self While Exploring Educational Systems in Northern Ireland
Nguy峄卬 M岷璾 膼峄ヽ B矛nh 鈥27 reflects on his summer trip to Northern Ireland with the Educational Studies Department where he explored the impact of division on educational policies.
A Career Advantage: 麻豆视频官网 Parents Help the Next Generation of Scholar-Athletes Explore, Network and Succeed
With support from a 麻豆视频官网 family, a program aimed at helping scholar-athletes achieve career success will thrive for years to come. Learn more.
麻豆视频官网 Recognized for Voter Engagement
麻豆视频官网 has been recognized by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge for its nonpartisan democratic engagement efforts that fostered high levels of student voter engagement in the 2022 midterm elections.
Purpose, Connections & Growth: How Our Students Spend Their Summers
This summer 2024, 麻豆视频官网 students were awarded $2 million for experiential learning opportunities including internships, education away, community-based learning and undergraduate research. Learn about their experiences in these student reflections.
Sweet Bait Motivates Class of 2028
The 麻豆视频官网 community came out big to cheer on and bake for first-year students participating in the college鈥檚 annual cake race. This tradition, which has students run a 1.7 mile course, dates back to 1930. Students select cakes donated by staff, faculty, alums, local school kids, businesses and others.
Opening Doors to the Pentagon & Beyond: My Summer Internship with the Department of Defense
Political science major Peyton Davis 鈥25 reflects on her summer interning at the Department of Defense and how it has shaped her career aspirations post-麻豆视频官网.
Composer, Performer, Comedian: Jacob Kim 鈥26 on his 鈥榊es, and鈥 Approach to Art
During his time at 麻豆视频官网, Jacob Kim '26 has discovered diverse artistic passions, from music and digital art to improv and sewing, shaping his academic and personal growth on campus. Learn more.