Arts & Culture + Technology Art Expedition October 1, 2014 Andy Warhol (A’49) was an early user of an Amiga computer. The Carnegie Mellon alumnus, and legendary visual artist, used it to create art. But no one knew the extent of it—not a Warhol-obsessed artist, not the Carnegie Mellon computer club, not even The Warhol Museum’s chief archivist.
Science + Technology Clinical Performance October 1, 2014 It has been a long, winding road, and swim, and bicycle ride for Carnegie Mellon alumnus David Simmons. But that global journey has led him to a place where he and his company can help give the gift of good health to people who can then become PPD Heroes.
Entertainment + Business Television Personality October 1, 2014 It’s hard to imagine a world without television, especially today, when we can view our favorite shows and sporting events anytime, anywhere, on any number of devices. For Fox Networks, Carnegie Mellon alumna Jessica Fang makes sure that you’re not ever tuned out of what you want to watch.
Technology + Engineering Text Alert! September 10, 2014 In what has become a smartphone world, there may be no better way than a text to let people know about emergency situations—everything from dangerous fires to missing children to imminent severe weather conditions. CMU-SV’s Martin Griss is working to make sure those text messages get through to the right people.
Public Policy + Education Philosophically Speaking September 11, 2014 Philosophically Speaking Kendra Albert walks into the office of her philosophy professor to discuss the topic of her final paper for his Causation, Law, and Social Policy class.
Leadership September 11, 2014 Imagine bringing together renowned chefs—each with unique culinary expertise—to enhance their mouth-watering craft.
Business + Energy Better Business September 11, 2014 The third annual Better Buildings Case Competition, hosted by the U.
Good Move September 11, 2014 In an effort to keep fit, you start your day with a jog around the neighborhood, followed perhaps by a protein shake, and a jaunt to catch the bus.
Theatre Doers September 11, 2014 Scene design: Patrick Rizzotti (A’12) puts the final touches on an industrial-looking metal staircase and balcony.
Numerical Showdown September 11, 2014 At the end of each week, members of the Carnegie Mellon undergrad math team—jokingly nicknamed the Sunday Demogorgons—meet to prepare for the Putnam Competition, which is considered one of the most prestigious undergraduate mathematics tournaments.
Arts & Culture + Innovation Remembrance of Things Past September 11, 2014 As Ellen Rosenthal rides the commuter train to class in Stockholm, Sweden, she debates whether she should get off at her stop to get to class.
Arts & Culture + Education Broadway Calling September 11, 2014 “The fact is Carnegie Mellon produces some of the best, most creative people in the country, whether it’s coming out of the theater school or the entire school.
Arts & Culture + Business Gifted September 11, 2014 Eileen Heisman wasn’t thrilled with her new job in the nonprofit sector.
Arts & Culture + Entertainment Rising Star September 11, 2014 Dan Smyers is raiding thrift stores for as many bed sheets as he can find.
Science + Education Scientific Wonder September 11, 2014 In his spare time, John Cohn, an IBM chief scientist, dazzles audiences with explosive, electric—and educational—performances.
Technology + Business Artisan Treasure September 11, 2014 Vladimir Ermakov creates a worldwide marketplace
Driven September 11, 2014 As David Baboolall sifts through the day’s emails, one in particular piques the Carnegie Mellon student’s interest.
Entertainment + Arts & Culture A Song for You September 11, 2014 Joshua Grosso walks onto the stage, trembling slightly as he prepares to sing.
Public Policy + Innovation At Your Service September 11, 2014 As the publisher of Carnegie Mellon’s weekly student newspaper, The Tartan, Rachel Cohen (DC’15) spends a typical weekend overseeing managers, copy editing, and writing stories on deadline.
High Society September 11, 2014 On CMU-Qatar’s intimate campus, it’s hard to hide, but Narcis Jafarian is nowhere to be found.
Arts & Culture + Entertainment On Her Fingertips September 11, 2014 Lillian Lee’s professor, Cyrus Forough, has a suggestion for the CMU freshman violin major.
Arts & Culture + Innovation Matsur! September 11, 2014 The courtyard outside the Cohon University Center has been transformed into a Japanese street fair.
First Word September 11, 2014 While sitting at my desk, putting the final touches on this issue, I was momentarily distracted by the following Associated Press tweet: @AP: College students name Syracuse University as the No.
Science + Innovation Last Word September 11, 2014 From where I sit, as head of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), I’m repeatedly struck by a series of converging trends.
Big Plans September 11, 2014 Heinz College’s growing popularity and elite rankings prompt gifts for much-needed expansion and renovation
Technology + Science Mathematically Speaking September 11, 2014 The Center for Nonlinear Analysis has the power to touch all of our lives