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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
News Briefs
ANSYS Hall Earns Honor Award for Architecture; 34 Tartans Recognized as Top Student-Athletes; Students Launch Book Drive to Help Inmates; and more.
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Luis von Ahn, Tatyana Gershkovich and Tuomas Sandholm.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Kindness, Enthusiasm Matter to Popular Physics Professor
David Anderson, a physics professor popular among CMU students, reflects on the things that truly matter.
Wednesday, December 09, 2020
News Briefs
Amazon Donates $2M to CMU's Computer Science Academy; CARES, TESF Funding Still Available for Students; Tour CMU's Child Care Services; and more.
Wednesday, December 09, 2020
Lamb Presses On With Book Publishing
Cynthia Lamb edits and proofreads the books published by the Carnegie Mellon University Press.
Wednesday, December 09, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Markus Deserno, Kiron Skinner and Sam Ventura.
Wednesday, December 02, 2020
News Briefs
CMU Honors Longstanding, Loyal Staff Members; Give a Toy and Bring Some Joy!; Yale Neuroscientist to Receive Carnegie Prize in Mind and Brain Science; and more.
Wednesday, December 02, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Lorrie Cranor, David Touretzky and Alex Sahinidis.
Tuesday, December 01, 2020
CMU Helping Young Families Cope with the Pandemic
Carnegie Mellon’s child care and proctoring services created to assist families during the pandemic are getting high marks from parents and have recently been extended through the spring semester.
Adesoye Is Working To Put “Words Into Action” at the Tepper School
Friday, November 20, 2020
Adesoye Is Working To Put “Words Into Action” at the Tepper School
Second-year MBA student Olasubomi “Boomi” Adesoye is focused on increasing diversity at CMU.
News Briefs
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
News Briefs
Be a Part of Giving CMU Day; CMU Honored for Supporting Employees in the Military; Virtual Book Fair Supports Children's School Library; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Doug Weber, Alyssa Lawler and Justine Sherry.
Andy Awards Salute CMU Staff for Their Exceptional Efforts
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Andy Awards Salute CMU Staff for Their Exceptional Efforts
The 26th Annual Andy Awards paid tribute to seven individuals and one team for their outstanding contributions to the university in a virtual ceremony on Monday.
News Briefs
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
News Briefs
Andy Awards Virtual Ceremony Monday; Food Drive Sets New Record; Open Enrollment Ends Monday; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Laurie Weingart, David Ajoku and Barbara Johnstone.
News Briefs
Wednesday, November 04, 2020
News Briefs
27th Annual Food Drive is Underway; CMU to Honor 13 New Career Development Chair Recipients; Andy Award Nominees are Announced; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, November 04, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Allen Robinson, Rebecca Cherian and Michael Rivera.
Community App Aims to Keep CMU Students Connected at a Distance
Monday, November 02, 2020
Community App Aims to Keep CMU Students Connected at a Distance
A team of Carnegie Mellon students has turned an idea for a class project into an app to help their peers navigate the remote university experience.
News Briefs
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
News Briefs
No Tricks this Halloween, Please; SLICE is Your Headquarters for Election Resources; Computer Science Celebrates Three Professorships; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Huaiying Zhang, Barbara Shinn-Cunninham and Tuomas Sandholm.
Ilker Baybars Celebrates 50 Years at Carnegie Mellon
Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Ilker Baybars Celebrates 50 Years at Carnegie Mellon
Over the course of five decades, Baybars has become one of the longest-serving and most valued academic leaders of the institution.
News Briefs
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
News Briefs
Verstynen, Yttri Awarded Grant for Work on Decision-Making; CMU Heads New $10M Center for Studying Structure of Cell Nucleus; Endowment Reaches $2.07 Billion; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Conrad Zapanta, Rema Padman and Lucy Wang.
Demolition to Pave Way for New Scaife Hall
Thursday, October 15, 2020
Demolition to Pave Way for New Scaife Hall
The new home for the Mechanical Engineering Department will more than double the size of its original footprint.
Tartan Community Day Puts Focus on Rest, Wellness & You
Wednesday, October 14, 2020
Tartan Community Day Puts Focus on Rest, Wellness & You
It’s been a long year, so take some time for yourself Friday, Oct. 16, and recharge.
News Briefs
Wednesday, October 14, 2020
News Briefs
CMU is a Host Sponsor for Global Sustainability Conference; New Studies Highlight Group's Contributions to Cancer Research; Two SCS Students Win Google Ph.D. Fellowships; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, October 14, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Rebecca Rapp, Baruch Fischhoff and Shriya Boppana.
News Briefs
Wednesday, October 07, 2020
News Briefs
Download "Tartans, All In" Posters & Wallpaper; Tartan Community Day is Oct. 16; Scientists Solve 90-Year-Old Geometry Problem; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, October 07, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Neil Donahue, Kishana Taylor and Peter Cooke.
Travaglia's Goats Take Yoga to Next Level
Tuesday, October 06, 2020
Travaglia's Goats Take Yoga to Next Level
CMU mason Bradley Travaglia shares peace of mind — and his goat farm — with yoga enthusiasts.
Academic Services Center Delivers for ECE
Tuesday, October 06, 2020
Academic Services Center Delivers for ECE
More than 500 electrical and computer engineering students studying remotely this fall have all the materials and tools they need for their core lab courses, thanks to a team effort that delivered on time to 12 countries on five continents.
News Briefs
Wednesday, September 30, 2020
News Briefs
New Student Coalition Drives Civic Engagement; Honoring the Remarkable Life of Linda Dickerson; Five SCS Students Named 2021 Seibel Scholars; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, September 30, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Lauren Shapiro, Ariel Zetlin-Jones and Yu-li Wang.
Scotty Survivor Puts CMU Spin on Reality Show
Monday, September 28, 2020
Scotty Survivor Puts CMU Spin on Reality Show
“Survivor” super fans separated by the pandemic have turned their love of the reality television show into “Scotty Survivor,” complete with Pittsburgh-themed tribes and challenges captured remotely over Zoom.
News Briefs
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
News Briefs
Four Alumni Win TV's Highest Honor; Roborace Team Competes in Wales; Sign Up for the CMU Community Book Club; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Alan Montgomery, Haojian Jin and John Chin.
CMU Has Network Advantage in Fight Against COVID-19
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
CMU Has Network Advantage in Fight Against COVID-19
Po-Shen Loh tapped CMU talent to help him create an app that surpasses the competition in the fight against COVID-19.
CMU Offers New, Temporary Child Care Options
Thursday, September 17, 2020
CMU Offers New, Temporary Child Care Options
Carnegie Mellon University has announced it will offer three new, temporary child care options to parents due to the ongoing impact of COVID-19.
News Briefs
Wednesday, September 16, 2020
News Briefs
17 Alumni Up for Emmy Awards Sunday; CMU a Host Institution for Global Sustainability Conference; NIH Funds Project Sure to Get Your Attention; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, September 16, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are James Garrett, Audrey Pederson and Daniel Nagin.
Blanton Brings Passion for Diversity to University Level
Monday, September 14, 2020
Blanton Brings Passion for Diversity to University Level
Shawn Blanton is emphasizing the importance of recruiting in his new role as interim vice provost for diversity, equity and inclusion.
News Briefs
Wednesday, September 09, 2020
News Briefs
INTERSECT@CMU Shares COVID-19 Lessons for Action; Tepper Profs Earn Grant to Research Economic Impact of COVID-19; SCS Launches Educational Equity Office with $3M Grant; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, September 09, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Roshni Mehta, Howie Choset and Madison Schramm.
Creating More “Places to Pause” on Campus
Tuesday, September 08, 2020
Creating More “Places to Pause” on Campus
New outdoor spaces are popping up across campus giving students, faculty and staff a place where they can take a break between classes, check email, and even host a small group meeting.
Habbab Turned Adversity Into Opportunities for Good
Tuesday, September 08, 2020
Habbab Turned Adversity Into Opportunities for Good
Scrambling to find a required summer internship, Tala Habbab created a COVID squad of 250 students to support communities impacted by the virus.
News Briefs
Wednesday, September 02, 2020
News Briefs
Recreational Facilities Reopen with Restrictions; CMU Named NSF Planning Institute for AI in Physics; See This Year's Class Photo; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, September 02, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Frederick Dauphin, Taya Cohen and Joe Meyers.
Ribarchak Retires with Rave Reviews
Tuesday, September 01, 2020
Ribarchak Retires with Rave Reviews
Cathy Ribarchak is retiring after 30 years, leaving a distinctive legacy of dedication and service to students, faculty and staff.
For Community Well-Being, Whole Equals Sum of Its Parts
Friday, August 28, 2020
For Community Well-Being, Whole Equals Sum of Its Parts
The associate vice president for Community Health and Well-Being says we have reason to expect a successful return to campus, but we all must do our part.
Free Kits for Students Put the ‘Well’ in Welcome
Thursday, August 27, 2020
Free Kits for Students Put the ‘Well’ in Welcome
Carnegie Mellon University is providing a free Wellness Kit to each student living on or off campus in preparation for the fall semester.
Bjorndahl Brings Passion for Pedagogy, Sense of Community to Fall Classes
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
Bjorndahl Brings Passion for Pedagogy, Sense of Community to Fall Classes
Christina Bjorndahl's Nature of Language class is part of CMU’s Signature Course Initiative.
News Briefs
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
News Briefs
Miller ICA Hosts "Empowering the Women's Vote" Poster Campaign; INTERSECT@CMU Focuses on Pandemic's Long-Term Effects; Join the CMWA; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Mark Bier, Saswati Ray and Tom Cortina.
Remember to Complete Your Daily Self-Assessment Survey
Thursday, August 20, 2020
Remember to Complete Your Daily Self-Assessment Survey
To help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 on campus, all students, faculty and staff must complete a quick Daily Self-Assessment before beginning their day.
News Briefs
Wednesday, August 19, 2020
News Briefs
CMU Names K&L Gates Presidential Fellows; Philosophy's Tetrad Project Wins International AI Honor; CAS Launches Borderlines Initiative; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Annette Vincent, Charles Ettensohn and Rogerio Bonnatti.
Architecture Student Creating “Waves of Change” in India
Monday, August 17, 2020
Architecture Student Creating “Waves of Change” in India
Faced with a cancelled summer internship due to COVID-19, Aadya Bhartia decided to combine art and philanthropy to help children in her home country.
News Briefs
Wednesday, August 12, 2020
News Briefs
David Klahr Retires After 50 Years at CMU; Students to Enhance STEM Diversity; Engineering Faculty Win Deans Early Career Fellowships; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, August 12, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Tomé Cousin, Priya Narasimhan and Edward Rubin.
Royal Retirements: Tademy, Witchner Helped Build a Better CMU
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Royal Retirements: Tademy, Witchner Helped Build a Better CMU
With little fanfare under the cloud of COVID-19, Everett Tademy and Anne Witchner have retired, leaving profound and endearing legacies that have helped shape the university for more than four decades.
News Briefs
Wednesday, August 05, 2020
News Briefs
Billy Porter Leads 17 Alumni Emmy Nominations; Shawn Blanton Appointed Vice Provost for DEI; Keep Your Eye on Campus Construction; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, August 05, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Michelle Karabin; Aaron Johnson and Christine Andrews.
Scrubbing Up for Fall
Tuesday, August 04, 2020
Scrubbing Up for Fall
Spring cleaning has never ended at Carnegie Mellon. It has continued this summer and will extend through the fall.
Campus Will Be Different This Fall
Tuesday, August 04, 2020
Campus Will Be Different This Fall
Wondering what things will look like when you get back? Here’s a look at what you can expect.
Music's Effect on the Aging Brain
Monday, August 03, 2020
Music's Effect on the Aging Brain
The work that Jennie Dorris is doing could have tremendous ramifications for using music and instrumental practice in slowing cognitive decline in older adults.
Signed, Sealed and Soon Delivered
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Signed, Sealed and Soon Delivered
The Class of 2020 are now receiving their diplomas, thanks to a massive effort by CMU staff volunteers.
News Briefs
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
News Briefs
Krishnan Reappointed Dean of Heinz College; Open Enrollment for Parking Underway; Career Center Seminars a Win-Win for Students, Employers; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Jonathan Cagan, Mary Ann Blair and Martin Gaynor.
Songs for a New World: Scotch ’n’ Soda Theatre Goes Online
Monday, July 20, 2020
Songs for a New World: Scotch ’n’ Soda Theatre Goes Online
This year, Carnegie Mellon's premier student theatre organization, has a new venue and a bigger audience, online.
News Briefs
Wednesday, July 08, 2020
News Briefs
SEI Contract Extended by DoD for $2.7B; Ritivoi Reappointed Head of English Department; Professor, Student Submit Top Facemask Design; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, July 08, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Michael Kaess and Frank Dellaert, Deborah Shank and Scott Sandage.
CMU Prepares for Return to Campus
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
CMU Prepares for Return to Campus
When students, faculty and staff eventually return to CMU's Pittsburgh campus, they will find a plethora of protocols in place aimed at ensuring their health and safety.
News Briefs
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
News Briefs
CMU Celebrates 50th Anniversary of First Video Call; Three New Department Heads Named; Heinz Experts Weigh In on "How You Reopen a State?"; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Venkat Viswanathan, Edda Fields-Black and Anita Carleton.
FMCS Duo Manages CMU’s Deep-Cleaning Efforts
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
FMCS Duo Manages CMU’s Deep-Cleaning Efforts
Charity Anderson and Dawn Roerink are overseeing an aggressive campus-wide deep-cleaning effort that will extend through the fall.
Pandemic Safety Officers Step Up to Help Out
Monday, June 22, 2020
Pandemic Safety Officers Step Up to Help Out
New volunteers are playing a vital role in the return to campus.
Students Navigate Summer Internships Remotely
Monday, June 22, 2020
Students Navigate Summer Internships Remotely
Carnegie Mellon students Janhavi Deshpande, Sachi Shah and Elaine Zhu are exploring the new COVID-19 world of remote internships.
“Breakfast Buzz” Shifts to Zoom and Coping in a Pandemic
Friday, June 12, 2020
“Breakfast Buzz” Shifts to Zoom and Coping in a Pandemic
There’s a buzz in the Enrollment Services Division over a popular, long-running professional development series.
CMWA Honors Outstanding Graduating Women
Thursday, June 11, 2020
CMWA Honors Outstanding Graduating Women
The Carnegie Mellon Women's Association awarded seven outstanding graduating women from each of the university's seven schools with a $1,500 scholarship.
News Briefs
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
News Briefs
Tool Turns Math into Pictures; Financial Assistance Opportunities for Students; MCS Staff Recognized at First Virtual Awards Ceremony; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Roni Sosis, Dan Nagin and Maureen "Mo" Dawley.
Gyory Puts Emphasis on Engaging Students as GSA President
Tuesday, June 09, 2020
Gyory Puts Emphasis on Engaging Students as GSA President
With an impressive track record, Josh Gyory is hitting the ground running as the new president of Carnegie Mellon University’s Graduate Student Assembly.
Desire to Serve Students Sends Zingle Packing
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Desire to Serve Students Sends Zingle Packing
Donning a face mask and armed with a packing tape dispenser, Shari Zingle ventured out of her home office to tackle a project in her comfort zone.
News Briefs
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
News Briefs
Lunar Rover Meets Milestone for Flight to the Moon; Students, Alumni Start Food Delivery Service; WQED's "The Robot Doctor" Brings CMU Expertise to High School Students; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Maxwell Wang, Isabel Yoon and Phillip Gibbons.
News Briefs
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
News Briefs
Researchers Launch Ventilator Project; International Film Festival to Stream "Sorry We Missed You"; CFA Seeks Nominations for the Henrys; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Linda Argote, Mary Kay Johnsen and Jason Hong.
Supporting Community Connections at CMU
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
Supporting Community Connections at CMU
Reaching out to others can nurture a positive state of mind, now more than ever.
CMU Trauma Care Researcher Joins Fight Against COVID-19 in NYC
Monday, May 18, 2020
CMU Trauma Care Researcher Joins Fight Against COVID-19 in NYC
Green Beret medic and research analyst Luke Sciulli packed his bags in early April for New York City to volunteer in a field hospital for COVID-19 patients.
Chabassol Persists to Become First-Gen College Grad
Monday, May 18, 2020
Chabassol Persists to Become First-Gen College Grad
User interface designer and web developer Steve Chabassol has earned a Bachelor of Humanities and Arts degree in creative writing and music technology.
News Briefs
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
News Briefs
Relationship Lab Studies COVID-19's Social Impact; Monitor Your Diet with FitByte; Sign Up for the Couch to 5K Challenge; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Alexis Hoane, Taya Cohen and Michelle Piekutowski.
Meet Sunday’s Student Speakers
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Meet Sunday’s Student Speakers
Student speakers during CMU's virtual conferral of degrees are Shannon Gallagher and Ana Torubara.
Davis Can “Take on Anything” After CMU
Wednesday, May 06, 2020
Davis Can “Take on Anything” After CMU
Lavonca Davis describes her four years at Carnegie Mellon as sometimes stressful, often exciting, and always ever-changing.
Cansick Keeps Calm and Carries On for Students
Wednesday, May 06, 2020
Cansick Keeps Calm and Carries On for Students
Perry Cansick is helping to provide a safe, secure and comfortable environment for students who are still on campus.
News Briefs
Wednesday, May 06, 2020
News Briefs
CMU Team Helps Local School Districts; Emergency Support Fund for Students; Connecting High-Need Students to Wi-Fi; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, May 06, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Dan Rodgers, Maria Florina "Nina" Balcan and Omar Khan.
Gelfand Center Honors Students for Their Educational Outreach
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Gelfand Center Honors Students for Their Educational Outreach
Cathy Fang, Harlene Samra, Shannon Werntz and Sarah Yu have dedicated their time and expertise to make a difference in the lives of children in the community and around the world.
Danner Builds Connections at Neuroscience Institute
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Danner Builds Connections at Neuroscience Institute
A big part of Christi Danner’s job is being social. Today, it’s being social at a distance.
News Briefs
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
News Briefs
Children's School Shares Resources for At-Home Learning; Cyert Center Keeps Families Connected; Libraries Continue to Help with Resources; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Nico Slate, Jessica Hammer and Mabel Bartlett.
The Benefits of Gratitude
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
The Benefits of Gratitude
For Nora Tallmon, CMU's weekly gratitude session supports her lifelong practice of being intentionally grateful on a daily basis and fuels her positive attitude.
Zhang Reflects on CMU, Build Week’s Peaceful Chaos and Giving Back
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Zhang Reflects on CMU, Build Week’s Peaceful Chaos and Giving Back
Senior Ivan Zhang takes pride in being an active member of the campus community.
Waddell Helps CMU Zoom to Online Learning
Monday, April 27, 2020
Waddell Helps CMU Zoom to Online Learning
Stan Waddell knows what teamwork, collaboration and, of course, technology can do.
CMU Celebrates its Best Teachers, Advisers and Mentors
Monday, April 27, 2020
CMU Celebrates its Best Teachers, Advisers and Mentors
Carnegie Mellon annually honors its distinguished educators for their exceptional contributions with its Celebration of Education Awards.
Cyert Center Keeping Families Connected
Monday, April 27, 2020
Cyert Center Keeping Families Connected
The Cyert Center for Early Education is helping parents manage the stress and chaos of the pandemic with a virtual curriculum for its 187 children.
University Health Services: Telehealth, Public Health Recommendations and Stopping the Spread of Coronavirus
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
University Health Services: Telehealth, Public Health Recommendations and Stopping the Spread of Coronavirus
CMU and University Health Services have adopted the practice of telehealth care.
News Briefs
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
News Briefs
Four earn Goldwater Scholarships; Gelfand Center Pivots to Support Parents, Prospective Students; Meet with the Provost Tuesday; Read the Dietrich College Diaries; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Henny Admoni, Carmel Majidi, Ryan Sullivan and Anne Lambright.
Mendelson Magnifies Relevance of Sustainable Development
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Mendelson Magnifies Relevance of Sustainable Development
As we start to think about what life will look like post-pandemic, Sarah Mendelson, head of the Heinz College in Washington, D.C., sees enormous opportunities in terms of shifts in public policy.
News Briefs
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
News Briefs
Wenner Creates Virtual Tip Jar; Say "Thank You" to CMU's Custodial Staff; Play-in-Place Series Features Student Musicians; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Jian Ma, Anna Siefken, Lauren Grubbs and Rachel Hanes.
Enjoy a Mindful, Virtual Spring Carnival Weekend
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
Enjoy a Mindful, Virtual Spring Carnival Weekend
Tending to our mental health and wellness should be top of mind for all of us, and part of that is finding ways to honor the traditions that bring the community together, like Spring Carnival.
Yerzhanova Aims to Keep Carnival Spirit Alive
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
Yerzhanova Aims to Keep Carnival Spirit Alive
Renata Yerzhanova and fellow Spring Carnival Committee have put together a virtual carnival experience that will offer many ways to get involved remotely.
Stitching Together Help for Essential Staff
Friday, April 10, 2020
Stitching Together Help for Essential Staff
In a crisis, Mr. Rogers said to always look for the helpers. You can find them at Carnegie Mellon University.
Weathering the Storm with Headspace
Wednesday, April 08, 2020
Weathering the Storm with Headspace
In a world filled with uncertainties, one thing is for sure: Headspace is there for you.
News Briefs
Wednesday, April 08, 2020
News Briefs
Alumna Forms Operation Face Mask Pittsburgh; Emergency Fund to Assist Students; Grad Student Week Puts Spotlight on Adams, Aggarwal; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, April 08, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Po-Shen Loh, Rebecca Taylor, Kate Whitefoot and Ryan Tibshirani.
Scattered Thoughts
Wednesday, April 08, 2020
Scattered Thoughts
Senior Rie Ohta shares her thoughts and experiences with hopes her story can help keep the CMU community together.
Grad Student Week Puts Spotlight on Adams, Aggarwal
Tuesday, April 07, 2020
Grad Student Week Puts Spotlight on Adams, Aggarwal
Carnegie Mellon has named Alexis Adams and Surya Aggarwal as this year’s Graduate Student Teaching and Graduate Student Service Award winners, respectively.
Stay Home, Stay Fit
Wednesday, April 01, 2020
Stay Home, Stay Fit
Pattye Stragar and her fellow fitness gurus at CMU are making it easy for us to stay fit despite our inability to get to the gym.
Working at Wellness as a Grad Student
Wednesday, April 01, 2020
Working at Wellness as a Grad Student
In times like these, graduate students need their institution more than ever.
Farrell to Compete in Jeopardy College Championship
Wednesday, April 01, 2020
Farrell to Compete in Jeopardy College Championship
Emma Farrell will compete in the first round of the Jeopardy! College Championship this Monday, April 6.
Dasey-Morales Considers Community Health Her Calling
Wednesday, April 01, 2020
Dasey-Morales Considers Community Health Her Calling
Maureen Dasey-Morales is a firm believer in the potential for positive change.
News Briefs
Wednesday, April 01, 2020
News Briefs
More Zoom Backgrounds from M&C; Gelfand Center Seeks Student Nominees; Who's New at CMU?; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, April 01, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Sevin Yeltekin, Kristen Kurland and Rashmi Vinayak.
Staying Connected at a Distance
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Staying Connected at a Distance
We are finding alternative ways to connect and come together as a community.
News Briefs
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
News Briefs
Get a New Zoom Background; CaPS, UHS Offer Remote Services; Take the Fitness Challenge; and more.
Personal Mention
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Marlene Behrmann, Alexis Adams and Patience Stevens, and Everett Tademy.
Lovett Leads CMU’s Unprecedented Move to Remote Education
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Lovett Leads CMU’s Unprecedented Move to Remote Education
Marsha Lovett led a quickly developing university-wide effort to transition more than 4,900 course-sections to remote instruction.
News Briefs
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
News Briefs
CMU Transitions to Remote Instruction; Guidelines for Working Remotely; Police Focus on Service, Support; and more.
CMU Coach’s Olympic Dream Delayed
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
CMU Coach’s Olympic Dream Delayed
Gary Aldrich must wait until next year to coach for Team USA in Tokyo.
New Electrostatic Sprayer To Amplify Cleaning Efforts
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
New Electrostatic Sprayer To Amplify Cleaning Efforts
This top innovation of 2019 is being deployed in University Health Services, classrooms and high-traffic public spaces to prevent the spread of viruses.
Housing Master Plan Is Building Community, One Neighborhood at a Time
Monday, March 09, 2020
Housing Master Plan Is Building Community, One Neighborhood at a Time
Several new “neighborhoods” will be popping up on campus in the next few years as part of Carnegie Mellon’s 15-year, $400 million housing master plan.
News Briefs
Wednesday, March 04, 2020
News Briefs
CMU Police, CDFD Take the Plunge for Special Olympics; Staff Council Seeks Nominations; Lunch and Learn with Dining Services; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, March 04, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Kathryn Roeder, Swarun Kumar, Carolyn Rose and John Zimmerman.
Washington Rallies Support for a More Inclusive Pittsburgh
Monday, March 02, 2020
Washington Rallies Support for a More Inclusive Pittsburgh
Thanks in part to her guest column in the Huffington Post, Sakena Washington is rallying support to help make Pittsburgh a more inclusive and sustainable place for everyone.
News Briefs
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
News Briefs
Heinz, Metro21 To Host G2U Initiative; Lunch and Learn with Dining Services; CMU's Pre-College Application Deadline is Approaching; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Randy Trzeciak, M. Shernell Smith, Alexandra Chouldechova and Haiyi Zhu.
Dawson Takes Student Health Care to a Higher Level
Monday, February 24, 2020
Dawson Takes Student Health Care to a Higher Level
Dawson, a 24-year veteran at University Health Services, has been CMU’s comprehensive care and nurse manager for the past decade.
News Briefs
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
News Briefs
Tartans To Fight Fire in Robotics Challenge; Second CMULead Cohort Gets Underway; Support CMU's 2020 United Way Campaign; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Ziko Kolter and Ioannis Gkioulekas, Mame-Fatou Niang and Ranysha Ware.
Two MFAs Are SHIFTing the MBA Experience
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Two MFAs Are SHIFTing the MBA Experience
Michelle Stoner and Matthew Stewart are the perfect complement to an MBA curriculum that fosters empathy and self-reflection.
Hiniker Commits to Connecting CMU with Global Goals
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Hiniker Commits to Connecting CMU with Global Goals
Alexandra Hiniker, who sparked a worldwide movement from the Big Apple, has brought her sustainability savvy to the Burgh.
Spreading Joy, Gaining Inspiration
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Spreading Joy, Gaining Inspiration
Alumnus Ted Danson returned to CMU, where he found inspiration from sophomore acting students.
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Wednesday, February 12, 2020
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Engineering Honors Staff Award Winners; Hall of Fame Nominations Due Feb. 21; Dannenberg's "Mother of Fishes" Opera; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Chieko Asakawa, Vanessa Chen and Anne Skaja Robinson.
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Wednesday, February 05, 2020
News Briefs
Seeking Three Minute Thesis Participants; Who's Your Student Employee of the Year?; Who's New at CMU?; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, February 05, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Rebecca Nugent, Devendra Singh Chaplot and Colin McNeil.
Lacy Energizes Staff Through Engagement
Tuesday, February 04, 2020
Lacy Energizes Staff Through Engagement
Sebastian Lacy combines his passion for education with his HR experience in an advisory role for the Mellon College of Science Dean’s Office.
Equity Expert To Speak on Creating Space for Everyone
Tuesday, February 04, 2020
Equity Expert To Speak on Creating Space for Everyone
Jaime Grant will be visiting to lend her insights to the campus community Thursday, Feb. 13.
CMU Initiative Aims at the Sustainable Development Goals
Thursday, January 30, 2020
CMU Initiative Aims at the Sustainable Development Goals
CMU is gauging the level of awareness in its global community with regard to the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
Lucht Leans on Family Values
Wednesday, January 29, 2020
Lucht Leans on Family Values
Insurance underwriting taught Melanie Lucht to view safety through the lens of risk management.
News Briefs
Wednesday, January 29, 2020
News Briefs
ULS Announces Spring Semester Lineup; Launch Your Project with CMU Crowdfunding; FMCS Request Line Expands After-Hour Services; and more.
University Lecture Series Announces Spring Semester Lineup
Monday, January 27, 2020
University Lecture Series Announces Spring Semester Lineup
An award-winning chemist, a black feminist and a prolific photographer and spokesperson on climate change are the featured speakers in this semester’s University Lecture Series.
News Briefs
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
News Briefs
CMU Chosen To Host Beckman Scholars Program; Who's New at CMU?; Oakland Restaurant Week is Back; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Aaditya Ramdas, Denise Novak and Mohammed Al-Qassabi.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Craig Markovitz, Uwakmfon Ibekwe and Ryan St. Pierre.
Camerlengo Helps Students Craft Their Experience at CMU-Q
Tuesday, January 21, 2020
Camerlengo Helps Students Craft Their Experience at CMU-Q
Renee Camerlengo has been a long-time champion of CMU's campus in Qatar.
News Briefs
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
News Briefs
CMU Couple Makes National News with "Baby Yoda"; Strumming in the New Year; 99 Days to Buggy 100; and more.
News Briefs
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
News Briefs
Investigative Living at the Miller ICA; Jumpstart Your Business Idea; the Future of CMU's Shuttle and Escort Service; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Forrest Shull, Grace Lewis and Emanuela Grama.
Rolla Believes in the Power of the Pen
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
Rolla Believes in the Power of the Pen
Maureen Rolla is an administrative coordinator for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Writing Awards program.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, January 08, 2020
Personal Mention
This week's newsmakers are Jim Herbsleb, Harlene Samra and Ralph Vituccio.
Frezzell Inspires Campus To Fit In Fitness in 2020
Tuesday, January 07, 2020
Frezzell Inspires Campus To Fit In Fitness in 2020
Nate Frezzell is fired up and ready to help you set your fitness goals for the New Year.
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