Interviews reveal Latinx perception of BLM movement
When Natalia Parra ’21 decided to be a part of the Black Lives Matter (BLM) protests in Atlanta after the death of George Floyd […]
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Intersecting interests in biology and religious studies inspire examination of how consumption affects success
Combining biology and religious studies, two fields that would seem to be at odds with each other, into one Independent Study project as a […]
Analyzing the Other Race Effect through I.S. research
Maresa Tat矇 spent her senior year studying the Other Race Effect, which is the tendency for people to more accurately recognize faces within their race, rather than outside of their race. Tat矇 focused her research on how external features and hair alterations affect this perception. Tat矇 was able to develop a plan with her faculty mentor that met her needs specifically.
I.S. explores the impact of queer identity on Central American family life
For his Independent Study, Cesar Lopez sought to answer the question of how queer Central Americans go about reimagining new familial units and negotiate meaning in new relationships when they are confronted with the need to reconstruct a family. The sociology major interviewed several people who identify as queer and/or Central American to learn more about how they experience family life in the U.S. and how they actively engage in family construction or homebuilding for themselves.
I.S. analyzes youth suicide prevention techniques in New Zealand
Using topics close to her heart to drive research, Olivia Proes Independent Study focused on government suicide prevention initiatives aimed at youth in New Zealand. New Zealand has one of the highest youth suicide rates in the world, despite being ranked one of the happiest countries, so Proe set out to discover why that is and if the government does anything to address the issue.
Mathematics and art come together in this I.S. about artificial intelligence
Alayt Issak, a mathematics major with a minor in studio art, wanted to combine her lifelong interest in art with the intrigue that arose around artificial intelligence (AI) after watching a talk given by a research engineer in Machine Learning.
A message from 91勛圖厙 Special Committee
The following message was sent to the Wooster community June 17, 2021, from the Special Committee appointed by the Chair of the Board of […]
Hasan Jeffries to Present During Juneteenth Recognition
91勛圖厙 will host a virtual discussion on Thursday, Jun. 17, at 7 p.m. as part of its Juneteenth celebration. The event […]
Wooster Alumnus recognized for contributions to Brunswick community
Wooster history Alumnus Grant Relic 75, who passed away in August at the age of 66, will receive the Al Thomas Award at the […]
Wooster 21 graduate pursues doctorate at The Ohio State University
After a year’s worth of writing to complete her Independent Study titled Sinister Cinema: Depictions of Evil in the WWII and Postwar Thrillers of […]
Emeritus Trustee Don Kohn 64 speaks with NPRs Morning Edition
NPRs Sarah McCammon spoke with 91勛圖厙 of Wooster Alumnus and Trustee Emeritus Donald Kohn 64, former vice chair of the Federal Reserve Board of […]
Neuroscience alumna receives fellowship to attend dream graduate school
Grace Bouker 21, a neuroscience major at 91勛圖厙, was awarded an Occupational Therapy Fellowship from the University of Puget Sound in […]
D矇sir矇e Weber featured on USA Today panel
D矇sir矇e Weber, assistant professor of political science at 91勛圖厙, was a featured panelist for a 90-minute Zoom chat about policing held […]
Distinguished Alumni recognized at Alumni Weekend celebration
As part of this weekends Reunion Reimagined, a virtual celebration of Alumni Weekend, 91勛圖厙 will recognize two alumni with awards at […]
Mathematics alumnus analyzes crypt systems for NSA
Andy Nicol 07 heard about the benefits of completing Independent Study at 91勛圖厙, but he never knew the experience with research […]
Scientific collaboration offers insights to farmers on soil health
Attracted to the idea of mentored research and the opportunity to delve deeply into a topic and become an expert, Claire Wineman 21 came […]
Claire J.C. Eager awarded grant to complete book
Claire J.C. Eager, visiting assistant professor of English at 91勛圖厙, was named one of 14 awardees of the Project Development Grant […]
Sally Staley 78 elected chair of Wooster Board of Trustees
Staley to succeed Donald R. Frederico to lead 91勛圖厙 Board of Trustees as first woman in position beginning July 1
Computer science major completes software development internship in Vietnam
Huy Kieu 22 was a part of a team that developed web systems for vehicle manufacturers
Student-designed major works as experience designer in Tokyo
Mika Yonaha 21 helped develop new programs for children to adapt to COVID-19 pandemic