Circular Vision
February 1, 2006
Carnegie Mellon's humanities programs offer students an education unlike anything available at other research universities or traditional liberal arts colleges. Students in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences can come "full circle" so to speak, by combining disparate disciplines, like music and cognitive psychology, to create highly individualized courses of study.
Study Finds Anger is Healthier Than Fear
February 1, 2006
A provocative new study by Jennifer Lerner in the Department of Social and Decision Sciences (SDS) suggests that anger may be a healthier response than fear.
Making a Movie
February 1, 2006
A yearlong, hands-on course that spans several colleges and departments gives students a chance to produce low-budget, full-length feature films.
Digital Arts
February 1, 2006
Thanks to its strengths in the arts and computer science, the digital revolution happened faster and with greater success at Carnegie Mellon than at any other university. Today, in the College of Fine Arts, students are learning and applying the concepts of digital expression to everything from entertainment and medicine to architecture and national security.
Living Roof
February 1, 2006
Persistence has paid off for Diane Loviglio (BHA'05) and her former classsmates as their small undergraduate research project has developed into an environmentally friendly green, or living, roof on Hamerschlag Hall.
American-Arab Encounters
February 1, 2006
American-Arab Encounters, a history class focusing on the past and present relationship between Americans and Arabs, is the first transcontinental course to be offered to students on Carnegie Mellon's campuses in Pittsburgh and Doha, Qatar.
Murals Everywhere
February 1, 2006
A collaboration between Carnegie Mellon Architecture Professor Douglas Cooper, Italian Professor Gianna Vairo and the City of Rome has produced an engaging mural at the University of Rome's School of Oriental Studies.
Alum Shares Nobel Prize
February 1, 2006
John Hall (S'56,'61) shares this year's Nobel Prize in Physics for his contributions enabling scientists to precisely measure the speed of light out to 15 digits.
Alum Designs "Crown Pendant"
February 1, 2006
Inspired by the architectural tradition of the region and the interdisciplinary education he received at Carnegie Mellon, Parag Parekh (A'94) designed the $35 million Saifee Hospital in Mumbai, India.
Computer Science Turns 50
February 1, 2006
Carnegie Mellon's School of Computer Science will celebrate its 50th Anniversay with a campus-wide celebration, April 19-22.
Parent Group Established in Hong Kong
February 1, 2006
About 30 parents of Carnegie Mellon students have joined together to form the university's first official parent organization in Hong Kong.
Klinger's Illustrations Bring Creatures to Life
February 1, 2006
Mark Klinger (A'90) is the Picasso of scientific illustration and wildlife art.
Carnegie Mellon Establishes Heinz School Branch in Australia
February 1, 2006
Carnegie Mellon University has signed an agreement with South Australian Premier Mike Rann to establish a branch of Carnegie Mellon University's H.
Non-invasive Technique Detects Transplant Rejection at Cellular Level
February 1, 2006
Research Could Revolutionize Care of Transplant PatientsOrgan transplant patients face years of invasive biopsies that help doctors monitor the body for signs of organ rejection.
Carnegie Mellon Professor to Head Google’s New Office in Pittsburgh
February 1, 2006
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Miller Gallery Features Century of Talented Alumni in “100% Centennial”
February 1, 2006
The artwork of such illustrious Carnegie Mellon alumni as Andy Warhol, Mel Bochner, Joyce Kozloff, Deborah Kass, Philip Pearlstein and John Currin highlight “100% Centennial,” the new exhibit in the Regina Miller Gallery celebrating the College of Fine Arts 100th anniversary.
History Professor’s Bananas Book is No Laughing Matter
February 1, 2006
History Professor John Soluri’s new book is a little bananas.
College of Fine Arts Revives Beaux Arts Ball, March 4
February 1, 2006
Costumes encouraged for "Light and Shadow" themed gala; tickets on sale nowAfter a 10-year hiatus, the College of Fine Arts will revive its legendary Beaux Arts Ball, a multi-disciplinary art party, on Saturday, March 4, to celebrate the college's 100th anniversary.
Green Chemistry a Hit at Pittsburgh’s First Night Celebration
February 1, 2006
A little girl did a simple chemistry experiment five times at this year's First Night celebration in downtown Pittsburgh.
Is America Falling Behind? Engineers Discuss Ways to Stem the Brain Drain
February 1, 2006
A panel of experts led by Carnegie Mellon University Engineering Dean Pradeep Khosla recently shared ideas on how the United States can prepare itself to compete in the ever-changing global economy.
DC Alumni Reach Super Bowl of Flag Football League
February 1, 2006
They aren’t exactly the Pittsburgh Steelers, but like the Steelers, Carnegie Mellon’s co-ed alumni flag football team in Washington, D.
Carnegie Mellon Celebrates Success of Spin-Off Akustica Inc.
February 1, 2006
President Cohon Praises John Rangos Sr.
Putting “Dr. King” Back in Martin Luther King Jr. Day
February 1, 2006
Carnegie Mellon Celebrates King’s Life with Thoughtful Discussion and DialogueTo most people, Martin Luther King Jr.
Alumna Feels Forever Connected
February 1, 2006
Oopali Operajita will always feel connected to Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon, her home in America.
Collection Published by Carnegie Mellon Named Finalist for Prestigious Literary Award
February 1, 2006
Poet Blas Manuel De Luna is among five finalists in poetry for the National Book Critics Circle Award for his debut collection "Bent to the Earth," which was published by the Carnegie Mellon University Press.
Carnegie Mellon Mourns Distinguished Alum, Director Emeritus of Master of Software Engineering Program
February 1, 2006
Fondly known as “Coach,” James E.
Carnegie Mellon Researchers Create Research Center for Urban Water Quality
February 1, 2006
Carnegie Mellon Civil and Environmental Engineering professors Jeanne VanBriesen and David Dzombak will lead a new center to study urban water quality.
Honors and Accolades
February 1, 2006
Polansky Wins Lazarus Award.
Around Campus...
February 1, 2006
Carnegie Mellon Among “Most Connected Campuses”.
