fall/winter 2021 issue
FEATURES
Still Running
Eric Kaler continues the warp-speed pace that took him from first-generation college student to two-time university president
It Takes a Team
How persistence and collaboration turned a scientific discovery into a startup that sold for $55 million
Thriving on Movement
Former ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø running back and entrepreneur John Kobs wants his company to be the online site for renters to find a home they love
MESSAGE
Back to Campus
Returning after 40 years, President Eric Kaler sees excellence and opportunity
LENS
Back Together and Moving Forward
...With the largest incoming undergraduate class
Act II Begins
New wing opens in ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s expanded performing arts center
How Change Happens
‘I came to ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø not knowing anyone. I want to leave...as someone who made an impact’
A Mindful Major
New undergraduate neuroscience program draws strong interest
Uncovering Habitats of Pre-Human Ancestors
Researchers seek to understand how environments shaped evolution
Research Exposure
Summer program gave students from underrepresented backgrounds experience in scientific labs
Poetic Justice
Cristián Gómez Olivares’ writing is personal and political
Building Hope and Community
University researchers play pivotal role in drawing funds for public housing redevelopment
Fashioning an Expanded Role
How women used everyday attire to press for independence and equality
Robot Wizards
For two alumni and brothers, the path to success began at Sears think[box]
Space, Wind and Fire
University and NASA researchers study flames in confined areas to improve safety on earth and in spacecrafts
Mapping Brain Cancer
Pallavi Tiwari is developing imaging technology to customize the diagnosis and treatments of tumors
Cultivating Community
Diverse cultural groups at the dental school advocate for students and patients
Stroke Detection
Researchers lay groundwork for fast, accurate blood test
Teaching Telehealth
New program trains nursing students for remote care
From Podcast to Practice
Law school integrates series on criminal justice into student education
Meeting Demands of a Burgeoning Field
New fintech master’s degree to prepare students for emerging careers
The End Game
Taking stock of the GameStop saga
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s First NCAA Finals
Men’s tennis team reached title match despite pandemic
CONNECT
A Pandemic Pivot
Alumna Jackie O’Brien led Engineers Without Borders USA to transform how it helps communities around the globe
Honoring Five For Their Achievements
The Alumni Association recognized recipients of its 2021 Alumni Awards during Homecoming
Knockout
How alumnus David Dinkins Jr. became boxing’s premier producer
