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Wednesday, March 20, 2019

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This week's newsmakers are Farnam Jahanian, Lorrie Faith Cranor, Robert P. Strauss and Egon Balas.
Wednesday, March 20, 2019

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CMU Recognized as Charter Member of PIT-UN; Doctoral Students To Compete for Three Minute Thesis Championship; CMU Launches Global Communication, Applied Translation Program; and more.
Tuesday, March 19, 2019

Lusk Moves More Toward Mindful Living

Angela Lusk coordinates a wide variety of wellness programming and initiatives for the campus community.
Wednesday, March 13, 2019

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Behind the Curtain at Lunar Gala; New Undergraduate Program in Economics and Politics; Energy Week Explores What's Next in Innovation; Traffic21 Hosts Second Mobility Challenge; and more.
Monday, March 11, 2019

Ledford Negotiates for Climate Change at CMU

Ayana Ledford is director of diversity and inclusion for the Dietrich College and Heinz College, and also executive director of PROGRESS, a program that teaches young girls and women how to negotiate.
Wednesday, March 06, 2019

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This week's newsmakers are Nicolas Christin, Tzahi Cohen-Karni and Kathryn Whitehead; Edmund Russell; Egon Balas; and Rory Hubbard, Haili Adams and Tori Iatarola.
Wednesday, March 06, 2019

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DoD's Innovation Board Hosts Public Session on Ethical Use of AI for Defense; Staff Council Nominations Are Underway; Identifying Diseases With Less Data; Cybersecurity Study Takes Proactive Approach; and more.
Friday, March 01, 2019

Building a Skillset with Software Carpentry

If you’re looking to nail down your computer programming skills, Software Carpentry can give you the tools you need.
Wednesday, February 27, 2019

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This week's newsmakers are Farnam Jahanian and David Danks; Stan Waddell and Key Nuttall; and Don Carter, Karen Lightman, Anna Siefken and Christine Mondor.
Owens Fuels Students' Passion for Teaching
Monday, February 25, 2019

Owens Fuels Students' Passion for Teaching

Jessica Owens is coordinator of the Supplemental Instruction and EXCEL program for Carnegie Mellon’s Academic Development Department.
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Wednesday, February 20, 2019

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New Method Could Help Asthma Patients; CMU, Tonys Announce Theatre Education Award Ambassadors; Tartans Win UAA Indoor Track Championship; and more.
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Wednesday, February 20, 2019

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This week's newsmakers are Costa Samaras, Benjamin Moseley, Kathryn Roeder, Mohammed Larri, Alex Hills and Anne Bock.
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Wednesday, February 20, 2019

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Tepper Building Wins Commercial Project of the Year; CMU, Lockheed Martin Sign Research Agreement; Retirement Benefits Open Forum; "Woman at War" Sneak Preview; MAPW Hosts Open House Lunch for Staff; and more.
Kelly’s Designs Bring Research to Life
Monday, February 18, 2019

Kelly’s Designs Bring Research to Life

As senior graphic designer, Tim Kelly oversees the College of Engineering’s visual identity.
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Wednesday, February 13, 2019

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This week's newsmakers are Sara Kiesler, Larry Pileggi, Adam Feinberg, and John Wiss.
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Wednesday, February 13, 2019

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Graduate Students Explore Career Opportunities in Nation’s Capital; Tepper Building Earns LEED Gold Certification; Register for CPR/AED Training; Take Our Daughters & Sons to Work Day; and more.
Mural Embodies Collaborative Spirit of CMU
Tuesday, February 12, 2019

Mural Embodies Collaborative Spirit of CMU

Marriage has been the ultimate collaboration — in art and in life — for CMU architecture professors Doug Cooper and Stefani Danes.
Molina Prioritizes Being Prepared
Tuesday, February 12, 2019

Molina Prioritizes Being Prepared

If the unexpected happens, Francisco Molina wants to be sure you are ready for it.
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Wednesday, February 06, 2019

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This week's newsmakers are Rebecca Doerge, Ignacio Grossmann, Angela Campbell and Illah Nourbakhsh.
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Wednesday, February 06, 2019

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Tepper Women in Business Conference; Analogies Could Be Key to Innovation; Employment Success for MBAs; Take Our Daughters & Sons to Work Day; and more.
Niceswanger Beams with Plaid Pride
Tuesday, February 05, 2019

Niceswanger Beams with Plaid Pride

For Kristin Niceswanger, assistant director of Donor Relations, home is where the Tartan plaid is.
Classroom Renovations Put Focus on Active Learning
Wednesday, January 30, 2019

Classroom Renovations Put Focus on Active Learning

Carnegie Mellon’s classroom and learning spaces renovation project is on time, on budget and receiving rave reviews.
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Wednesday, January 30, 2019

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This week's newsmakers are Susanne Slavick; Daehyeok Kim and Katherine Ye; and Selman Erol.
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Wednesday, January 30, 2019

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CMU AIAS Chapter Earns National Awards; Prospective Students Visit CMU; Alumni Receive Advancing Black Arts Grant; Using Drones to Inspect Irrigation Canals in Japan; and more.
Pollak Up for Second Blues Music Award
Monday, January 28, 2019

Pollak Up for Second Blues Music Award

Bill Pollak has been rockin’ and rollin’ for decades as a writer for the Software Engineering Institute, while staging an award-winning career singing the blues.
Koval Encourages Meaningful Connections
Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Koval Encourages Meaningful Connections

Bryan Koval finds fulfillment as an engaged campus citizen, and he’s made a career out of encouraging others to do the same.
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Wednesday, January 23, 2019

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Fitness Challenge Begins Monday, Jan. 28; State Grant To Help Support Green Dot Initiative; RecycleMania Starts Feb. 3; Sustainability Committee Takes to Twitter; Oakland Restaurant Week; and more.
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Wednesday, January 23, 2019

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This week's newsmakers are Geoff Marslett; Sue-mei Wu; Terry Collins and Ryan Sullivan; and Leman Akoglu.
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Wednesday, January 16, 2019

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CMU Launches High School Computer Science Curriculum; CMU-Alert Test Friday, Jan. 18; Help Center To Continue Sunday Support Pilot Program; Enjoy $6 Lunches for 6 Days at 16 Eateries During Oakland Restaurant Week; and more.
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Wednesday, January 16, 2019

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This week's newsmakers are Chieko Asakawa, Red Whittaker, Lorrie Cranor, Bill Pollak and Lauren Warden-Rodgers.
University Lecture Series Announces Provocative Spring Lineup
Monday, January 14, 2019

University Lecture Series Announces Provocative Spring Lineup

A significant mystery of modern medicine, race inequality, transforming higher education and the opioid crisis, are among the timely and provocative topics of this semester’s University Lecture Series.
Daly Makes Business a Fine Art
Wednesday, January 09, 2019

Daly Makes Business a Fine Art

Amy Daly has turned managing the University Stores into an art form.
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Wednesday, January 09, 2019

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CMU Buys Property from Pittsburgh Filmmakers; Auld Lang Syne Goes Underground; Fischhoff Says Effective Science Communication Begins with Collaboration; McHenry's Group Putting More Power Into Small Motors; and more.
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Wednesday, January 09, 2019

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This week's newsmakers are John Prather, Simon Cullen, Melissa Baker, James Duesing, Barbara Shinn-Cunningham and Frank Dolce.
Resolve To Make Fitness a Priority, Gauntner Says
Monday, January 07, 2019

Resolve To Make Fitness a Priority, Gauntner Says

If getting fit is among your New Year’s resolutions, Sara Gauntner can put you on the right track.
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Wednesday, December 19, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Michael Scheier, Jessica Cantion and Brian MacWhinney; David Shribman; Leah Lizarondo, Marios Savvides and Yulia Zhukoff; and Wesley Pegden.
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Wednesday, December 19, 2018

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Riding the Bus? Make Sure Your ID is Valid; Toys for Tots Enjoy Record-Setting Year; The Case for Electric Semi-Trucks; Seeking Speakers for TEDxCMU; and more.
Stoyle’s House Is an International Home for the Holidays
Monday, December 17, 2018

Stoyle’s House Is an International Home for the Holidays

Three students from Turkey, the Netherlands and Germany will be spending the holidays with Carnegie Mellon’s Elizabeth “Lizzy” Stoyle, Pittsburgh’s unofficial international ambassador.
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Wednesday, December 12, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Maralee Harrell; Venkatesan Guruswami, Mor Harchol-Balter and Eric Xing; Jessica Hodgins; Carolina Zarate; and Lindsay Morgenthaler.
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Wednesday, December 12, 2018

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CMU-Q Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary of First Graduating Class; Tepper School Launches Part-Time Flex MBA; CMU Welcomes New Head of Chemical Engineering; Parrot Genome Reveals Insights into Longevity; and more.
Warraich Leads with Love of Learning
Friday, December 07, 2018

Warraich Leads with Love of Learning

Khalid Warraich's passion for all things tech-related blurs the line between work and hobby.
CFA Winter Festival Celebrates the Arts at CMU
Wednesday, December 05, 2018

CFA Winter Festival Celebrates the Arts at CMU

Carnegie Mellon’s College of Fine Arts will celebrate its students’ work during the Winter Celebration weekend, beginning Friday, Dec. 7.
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Wednesday, December 05, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Ramayya Krishnan, Kaytie Nielsen, Hima Tammineedi, Tanvi Bajpai, and Serena Wang.
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Wednesday, December 05, 2018

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CMU To Create Athletics Hall of Fame; Army AI Task Force Selects CMU as New Hub; Grant Will Help To Improve Transit Access; Wheel-Track Wins "Best of What's New" Award; and more.
For Haslett, All Roads Lead to CMU
Tuesday, December 04, 2018

For Haslett, All Roads Lead to CMU

Sue Haslett built her 30-year career with determination and purpose, however, a twist of fate may have helped her find her way to CMU — twice.
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Wednesday, November 28, 2018

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Topping Off Ceremony Held for ANSYS Hall; BXA Offers Engineering and Arts Major; Memorial Provides Outlet for Expression; Grad Student Assembly Named Tops in Region; Seeking 3MT Participants; and more.
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Wednesday, November 28, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Alison Barth, Matt Denes, Sarah Mendelson and Dan Nagin, Karen Lightman and Mary Sickles.
Kaulen Artfully Supports Local Youth
Monday, November 26, 2018

Kaulen Artfully Supports Local Youth

Tim Kaulen's fascination with sculpture has resulted in public art of historical and social significance.
Memorial Gives Community Outlet for Expression
Friday, November 16, 2018

Memorial Gives Community Outlet for Expression

A temporary memorial has been placed in the Cohon University Center for the victims of the Tree of Life Synagogue tragedy, providing a space of support and healing for the Carnegie Mellon community.
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Wednesday, November 14, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Laurence Ales, Aryn Gittis, Edda Fields-Black and Susie Lee.
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Wednesday, November 14, 2018

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Support CMU's Toys for Tots Program; Open Enrollment Ends Nov. 19; Nominations Due for Student Engagement Awards; PSC Wins Six HPCwire Awards; BXA Celebrates Silver Anniversary; and more.
CMU Holds Active Shooter Drill To Reinforce Preparation, Readiness
Tuesday, November 13, 2018

CMU Holds Active Shooter Drill To Reinforce Preparation, Readiness

Planned months in advance, Carnegie Mellon’s annual emergency preparedness exercise Nov. 8 took on greater emphasis in the wake of the recent tragedies in Squirrel Hill and California.
Mickens Celebrates Service to Country, CMU
Monday, November 12, 2018

Mickens Celebrates Service to Country, CMU

This is a big month for Leon D. Mickens III, a decorated U.S. Marine Corps veteran and patrol officer for the Carnegie Mellon Police Department.
Former Marine Sets Up Shop at CMU
Wednesday, November 07, 2018

Former Marine Sets Up Shop at CMU

The lessons and skills Quinn Hagerty learned as a Marine more than a decade ago are still valued today in his position as a lab technician in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
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Wednesday, November 07, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Tuomas Sandholm and Noam Brown; Peggy Heidish; and Norman Sadeh.
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Wednesday, November 07, 2018

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HCII To Participate in 24-Hour Gaming Marathon for Children's Hospital; Creative Writing Program Celebrates 50th Anniversary; Exhibit Looks Back at CMU and WWI; Join Rise Against Hunger Nov. 17; and more.
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Wednesday, October 31, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Gauri Joshi, Andreas Pfenning and Tom Longstaff.
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Wednesday, October 31, 2018

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Annual Thanksgiving Basket Drive; CMU's 25th Annual Food Drive; Students Celebrate Inauguration Day; Schwartz Returns To Coach Student Cabaret; and more.
Kutsuflakis Tops in Tenure on Facilities Team
Tuesday, October 30, 2018

Kutsuflakis Tops in Tenure on Facilities Team

With 41 years of service at Carnegie Mellon, William Kutsuflakis is the senior member of the Facilities Management and Campus Services team.
Open Enrollment Begins Monday, Nov. 5
Tuesday, October 30, 2018

Open Enrollment Begins Monday, Nov. 5

Open Enrollment is your annual opportunity to review your benefit coverage options and make selections for the upcoming calendar year.
Grace Can Dress You for Success
Wednesday, October 24, 2018

Grace Can Dress You for Success

From formal to casual wear, books, art supplies and computers, Kathleen Grace has the campus community covered.
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Wednesday, October 24, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Stephen Lee; Lenore Blum and Raj Reddy; Dena Haritos Tsamitis; Keenan Crane; and Randall Feenstra.
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Wednesday, October 24, 2018

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Carnegie Mellon Racing Charges to Finish Line; Calling all Vets; Benefits & Fitness Fair is Nov. 7; Libraries' New Speaker Series Begins Nov. 2; and more.
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Wednesday, October 17, 2018

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Out-of-Date Data May Contribute to Future Flooding; HR Hosts Benefit Information Sessions; Reducing Emissions May Help Power Plants Use Less Water; CMU, Eli Lilly Partner To Advance Pharmaceutical Research; CMU Hosts Sports Analytics Conference; and more.
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Wednesday, October 17, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Daryl Weinert, Krzysztof Matyjaszewski, Justine Sherry, Brittany Allison, Kevin Zollman, Christine Ricci and Rosana Guernica.
CMU Food Pantry Opens Nov. 9
Tuesday, October 16, 2018

CMU Food Pantry Opens Nov. 9

When the problem of food insecurity, an alarming and well-documented trend affecting students across the county, was identified on Carnegie Mellon’s campus, students, staff, faculty and administration took swift action to address the problem.
Skees Has Enjoyed a “Great Ride” in School of Computer Science
Tuesday, October 16, 2018

Skees Has Enjoyed a “Great Ride” in School of Computer Science

As his email signature states, Jim Skees has been “keeping geeks happy for over 30 years.”
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Thursday, October 11, 2018

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Three Alumni Inducted into NAE; Computational Biology To Offer New Master's Degree; CMU Will Help Build 3D Cellular Map of Human Body; CMU Wins National Orientation Award; and more.
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Thursday, October 11, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Alessandro Acquisti, Lujo Bauer, Nicolas Christin and Lorrie Cranor; M. Shernell Smith; Eric Anderson; and Emma Slayton and Eric Kaltman.
Rodefer Provides Support, Encouragement for Students at CMU-Q
Monday, October 08, 2018

Rodefer Provides Support, Encouragement for Students at CMU-Q

As director of the Academic Resource Center at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, Hope Rodefer oversees a team that supports students in a wide variety of academic subjects.
Andy Awards Honor Staff for Excellence, Spirit, Creativity, Commitment and Teamwork
Wednesday, October 03, 2018

Andy Awards Honor Staff for Excellence, Spirit, Creativity, Commitment and Teamwork

In front of a standing-room-only crowd in McConomy Auditorium, President Farnam Jahanian presented this year’s recipients and praised the important contributions staff make to the success of the university.
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Wednesday, October 03, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Leah Lizarondo; Kathryn Whitehead and Yongxin Zhao; and Dannie Durand.
News Briefs
Wednesday, October 03, 2018

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Researchers Explore New Frontiers in Neuroscience; Shenoy To Receive Carnegie Prize; CMU To Co-Host Women in Cybersecurity Conference; It's OctoberFEAST at Dining Services; and more.
Celebrate the Inauguration of President Jahanian, Oct. 26
Tuesday, October 02, 2018

Celebrate the Inauguration of President Jahanian, Oct. 26

CMU will formally install Farnam Jahanian as its 10th president on Friday, Oct. 26.
CMU Experience Initiative Offers Free Fitness Classes for Faculty, Staff
Thursday, September 27, 2018

CMU Experience Initiative Offers Free Fitness Classes for Faculty, Staff

A new initiative from the Task Force on the CMU Experience will provide greater access to recreation and fitness classes for faculty and staff.
Donaldson Doubles as Hometown Hero
Wednesday, September 26, 2018

Donaldson Doubles as Hometown Hero

Students, faculty and staff know Laura Donaldson as an undergraduate academic coordinator in the Department of English, but under the codename “Secret Agent L,” she was once recognized as a Hometown Hero by the U.S. Air Force.
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Wednesday, September 26, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Elizabeth Rosemeyer, Jamie Edwards-Pasek, Michael Scheier and Angela Blanton.
News Briefs
Wednesday, September 26, 2018

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Two-Faced Molecule Could Lead to Treatment for Huntington's Disease; Andy Award Winners To Be Named Oct. 3; Low-Level Exposure to BPA Unsafe, Experts Say; CMU Experience Offers Free Fitness Classes for Faculty and Staff; and more.
Grazing Goats Return for an Encore
Monday, September 24, 2018

Grazing Goats Return for an Encore

The hungry, four-legged, eco-friendly landscapers will return to Carnegie Mellon, Sept. 28 - Oct. 3 to eat the new growth on the hillside between the Gates Center and Purnell Center for the Arts.
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Wednesday, September 19, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Louis von Ahn, Andre Platzer, A.M. Salaz and Brian Mathews.
News Briefs
Wednesday, September 19, 2018

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Global Languages and Cultures Room Brings the World to Campus; INTERSECT@CMU Addresses Intersections of Business and Technology; Headspace Guided Meditation Free to CMU Community; Alumna Uses Tech To Disrupt Art Collecting; and more.
Corry Is Building Community at CMU; Leads CMWA Service Club
Monday, September 17, 2018

Corry Is Building Community at CMU; Leads CMWA Service Club

Jessica Corry is working to build relationships for the Information Networking Institute and the Carnegie Mellon Women’s Association.
Square Project Will Serve as Campus Connector
Monday, September 17, 2018

Square Project Will Serve as Campus Connector

As the Carnegie Mellon campus expands to the north and west, the Square Project aims to be the tie that binds.
Brewer Helps Usher Tepper’s Move to the Quad
Thursday, September 13, 2018

Brewer Helps Usher Tepper’s Move to the Quad

Brianna Brewer is a team player in a building built for teamwork.
News Briefs
Wednesday, September 12, 2018

News Briefs

University Lecture Series Revival Begins with Nikki Giovanni; Undergraduate Business, Engineering Programs Move Up in US News Rankings; Find Help, Offer Services Through CareLink; and more.
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Wednesday, September 12, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Anthony Foxx, Heidi Magnelia, B. Erik Ydstie and Danielle Wenner.
University Lecture Series Revival Begins with Critically Acclaimed Author, Poet
Friday, September 07, 2018

University Lecture Series Revival Begins with Critically Acclaimed Author, Poet

Nikki Giovanni will share her eloquent words of wisdom, spanning the civil rights movement, politics, love and art.
Rugege's Vision Now a Reality
Thursday, September 06, 2018

Rugege's Vision Now a Reality

Crystal Rugege, a Heinz College alumna and Rwanda native, is driving the vision for CMU-Africa.
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Wednesday, September 05, 2018

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Colin Clarke will testify before a U.S. House Subcommittee on Terrorism and Illicit Finance. Also making news are Janel Sutkus and Michael Bockstaller.
News Briefs
Wednesday, September 05, 2018

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Miller ICA Debuts with "Reading Women"; Carnegie Bosch Institute Moves to College of Engineering; Swartz Center Names New Innovation Fellows; Fire Safety Awareness Month; and more.
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Wednesday, August 29, 2018

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Class of 2022 "Dares to Discover"; CMU-Alert Test Friday; Tepper School Hosts ProductCamp Sept. 22; Flu Vaccine Clinics Get Underway; Funding for PSC's Bridges Extended; and more.
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Wednesday, August 29, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Andrew Moore, Wendy Arons, Kit Needham, Daniel Oppenheimer and Robert Cavalier.
What's Cookin' on Campus?
Tuesday, August 28, 2018

What's Cookin' on Campus?

Dining Services at Carnegie Mellon University is cooking up re-imagined menus all across campus.
Lane Leads Revival of Floor Marshal Program
Tuesday, August 28, 2018

Lane Leads Revival of Floor Marshal Program

Fire safety specialist Steve Lane is working to rebuild Carnegie Mellon’s floor marshal program from the ground up.
News Briefs
Wednesday, August 22, 2018

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Alumni Tag Team Their Way Through Hollywood; Vote for CMU in SXSW PanelPicker; Educators Undergo Transformation at LearnLab Summer School; Swartz Center Seeks Teams for I-Corps Program; and more.
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Wednesday, August 22, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Edgar Mendoza, Elizabeth Chodos, Kathy Newman and Drew Gehling.
Witchner Has Led Orientation to National Prominence
Sunday, August 19, 2018

Witchner Has Led Orientation to National Prominence

Anne Witchner is the architect of Carnegie Mellon’s nationally recognized, award-winning undergraduate orientation program.
News Briefs
Wednesday, August 15, 2018

News Briefs

Robotics Team Delivers Pipe-Crawling Robot to DOE; CMU Joins Meltwater To Advance Data Science; Growing Fat Cells on Silk May Help Scientists Understand Diseases; Parking Permit Distribution; and more.
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Wednesday, August 15, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Michael McQuade, Shelley Anna, Sheng Shen and Ty Walton.
Porter Drives Parking at CMU to Next Level
Tuesday, August 14, 2018

Porter Drives Parking at CMU to Next Level

Michelle Porter, director of Parking and Transportation Services, has always been driven to succeed.
Malaika Supports Africa’s Future Leaders
Wednesday, August 08, 2018

Malaika Supports Africa’s Future Leaders

Helping to create Africa’s future is not just business for Sandra Malaika, it’s personal.
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Wednesday, August 08, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Lori Levin, Carlee Joe-Wong, Joe Mertz, Lisa Tetrault and Aryn Gittis.
News Briefs
Wednesday, August 08, 2018

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Children's School Attracts Generations of Families; Floor Marshal, Active Shooter Training Sessions Offered; PSC-Led Conference Hosts Experts in Advanced Research Computing; and more.
CMU Police, Staff Honored for Life-Saving Efforts
Tuesday, August 07, 2018

CMU Police, Staff Honored for Life-Saving Efforts

CMU’s Police Department hosted a ceremony honoring five of its officers and a university staff member for their involvement in two recent life-saving efforts in the community.
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Wednesday, August 01, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Linda Argote, Angela Campbell, Anna Siefken, Linda Babcock, Maria Kurnikova and Kim Bittner.
News Briefs
Wednesday, August 01, 2018

News Briefs

Architect Reveals Design of TCS Hall; CMU Takes Top Spots in Microsoft Competition; Libraries To Implement Food Policy Changes; Dining Venues Getting a Refresh; Whitehead Could Revolutionize Medicine; and more.
Papinchak Goes on the Record
Wednesday, August 01, 2018

Papinchak Goes on the Record

As CMU's registrar for 24 years, John Papinchak keeps a busy schedule.
News Briefs
Wednesday, July 25, 2018

News Briefs

New Fitness Center Opens in Tepper Quad; CMU Achieves Reaccreditation Through 2026; CMU Police To Conduct Active Shooter Drill July 30; Changes to Designated Smoking Areas; and more.
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Wednesday, July 25, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Anne Skaja Robinson; Ryan Sullivan; Marlene Behrmann; Adam Bjorndahl; and Melanie Lucht.
DeFabio Realizes Value in Staying Connected
Wednesday, July 25, 2018

DeFabio Realizes Value in Staying Connected

Lynn DeFabio, director of Alumni Relations for campus and volunteer programs at Carnegie Mellon, has made a career out of connecting people.
News Briefs
Wednesday, July 18, 2018

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Gene Editing Technique Cures Disorders in Mice; Fireworks July 21; Seeking Nominations for Alumni Awards; New Procedure to Serve Alcohol at University Events; and more.
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Wednesday, July 18, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Dena Haritos Tsamitis; Bernhard Haeupler, Louis-Philippe Morency and Jean Yang; Ivan Bhatia and Daniel Omeiza; Sara Moussawi and Jeria Quesenberry.
Yazemboski Hosts Thousands of Summer Guests
Monday, July 16, 2018

Yazemboski Hosts Thousands of Summer Guests

As director of Conference & Events Services and Pre-College Summer Studies, Beth Yazemboski and her staff serve as a “one-stop logistics shop” for external groups holding conferences on campus and for the six-week residential Pre-College program.
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Tuesday, July 10, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Anna Siefken, Barbara Johnstone, Tzahi Cohen-Karni, Michal Friedman, Thomas Scanlon, Ipek Ozkaya and Leigh Metcalf.
News Briefs
Tuesday, July 10, 2018

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CMWA Names New Officers; Last Call for Andy Award Nominations; Staff Council Passes Resolution Supporting Parental Leave Proposal; Rohr Commons Opens in Tepper Building; and more.
Blair’s Eventful Career Keeps Him Plugged In
Wednesday, June 27, 2018

Blair’s Eventful Career Keeps Him Plugged In

Kenny Blair keeps the cameras rolling, the TV monitors on and the sound turned up as Media Services’ principal equipment technician.
News Briefs
Wednesday, June 27, 2018

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Driving Toward the Intersection of 3D Printing and Machine Learning; Dining Begins Partnership with Chartwells; Tartans Post Impressive Academic Numbers; Weight Watchers at CMU; and more.
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Wednesday, June 27, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are MCS Staff Award winners Debra Nigra, Rozita Laghaei, Brenda Chambers, Heather Corcoran, Iulia Dumitriu, Christine Gilchrist, Thomas Maiden and Matthew Salyers.
In a Jam, You Can Count on Ellis
Tuesday, June 26, 2018

In a Jam, You Can Count on Ellis

With hundreds of copiers on campus, Cornella Ellis is like a fish in water.
News Briefs
Tuesday, June 19, 2018

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CMU Hosts July 4 Campus Celebration; CMU Wins Two Case Awards; Community Celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride; Employee Perks and Discounts; Nominations Now Open for Andy Awards; and more.
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Tuesday, June 19, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Alan Waggoner; Kathryn Roeder; and Jodi Forlizzi, Aniket Kittur, Brad Myers and Carolyn Rose.
CMU Hosts July 4th Campus Celebration
Monday, June 18, 2018

CMU Hosts July 4th Campus Celebration

Join us on July 4th for a family friendly Independence Day Celebration.
Antkowski Paints Pretty Picture at Work, Play
Monday, June 18, 2018

Antkowski Paints Pretty Picture at Work, Play

Marygrace Antkowski loves the diversity and work/life balance in the Materials Science and Engineering Department.
Professors Bike to Elite State Championship
Wednesday, June 13, 2018

Professors Bike to Elite State Championship

Professors Stefanie Sydlik and Shawn Litster won the Pennsylvania State Elite Bicycle Championship.
News Briefs
Wednesday, June 13, 2018

News Briefs

Students Propose Ways To Reduce Lead Levels in Homes; Analyzing Brain Data in New Ways; Andy Award Nominations Now Open; College Prep Program for Students; and more.
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Wednesday, June 13, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Roni Rosenfeld, Mike Smith and Rahul Telang, Lenore Blum, Dan Smyers, Zoe Wright and Logan Plath.
McIntyre Takes Pride in Being Heard
Tuesday, June 12, 2018

McIntyre Takes Pride in Being Heard

Whether he is writing or singing, Douglas McIntyre aims to be heard.
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Wednesday, June 06, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are James Garrett Jr., Kim Hochstedler, Amanda Thiele and Bryan Jangro.
News Briefs
Wednesday, June 06, 2018

News Briefs

Last Call for Kennywood; Summer Bicycling Program; Nominations Open for 2018 Andy Awards; Celebration Honors Carnegie Heroes; College Success Program; New Purchasing Policy in Effect; and more.
Schutzeus Serves His Customers Well
Tuesday, June 05, 2018

Schutzeus Serves His Customers Well

Rudy Schutzeus is in the business of making copies, but when it comes to customer service, he’s an original.
Rosenberg Is on a Mission at CMU’s Silicon Valley Campus
Friday, June 01, 2018

Rosenberg Is on a Mission at CMU’s Silicon Valley Campus

As a child, Steven Rosenberg avidly read books on astronomy and the history of the cosmos. Today, his travels in space continue at the NASA Ames Research Park in Mountain View, California.
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Thursday, May 31, 2018

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This week's newsmakers are Alison Barth, Raja Sooriamurthi, Jim Daniels, Alex John London and Joel Greenhouse.
News Briefs
Thursday, May 31, 2018

News Briefs

Kennywood Park Community Day is June 9; RoadBotics Wins Innovation Award; Phi Beta Kappa Inducts 54 Seniors; Soccer Field To Close for Resurfacing; Parking Waitlist; and more.
Community Picnic Celebrates a Job Well Done
Thursday, May 24, 2018

Community Picnic Celebrates a Job Well Done

Plenty of sunshine and smiles were on hand as Carnegie Mellon staff came together to celebrate another year’s successes at the Community Picnic.
News Briefs
Wednesday, May 23, 2018

News Briefs

Students Build Robot To Find Water on Mars; NPR's "Science Friday" Features CMU Experts; Parking Waitlist Open May 28-June 8; Employee Perks and Discounts; Evacuation Drills this Summer; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, May 23, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Isabel Bleimeister, Zhiwan Cheung, Amal Nanavati, Theodore Teichman and Louise Zhou.
Wilson Has Designs on Solving Problems
Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Wilson Has Designs on Solving Problems

After two years of juggling work and graduate school, Jesse Wilson earned his master’s degree in user experience design from Carnegie Mellon’s School of Design.
News Briefs
Wednesday, May 16, 2018

News Briefs

CMU a Leader in Development of Renewable Electricity Production; SCS Launches Undergraduate Degree in AI; Women's Golf Team Places 5th in NCAAs; Staff Art Exhibit Wednesday; Join the Let's Ride Challenge; Kennywood Park Community Day is June 9; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, May 16, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Chadi Aoun, Diana Marculescu, Sharon Carver and April Li.
CMU Mom Greets Visitors with a Smile
Tuesday, May 15, 2018

CMU Mom Greets Visitors with a Smile

Kim Bittner welcomes thousands of visitors to Carnegie Mellon University from her reception desk in the Office of Undergraduate Admission lobby.
Chartwells Named New Primary Dining Vendor at CMU
Tuesday, May 15, 2018

Chartwells Named New Primary Dining Vendor at CMU

After an extensive, competitive process, Carnegie Mellon University has agreed to terms with a new primary foodservice vendor for its diverse and multifaceted dining program.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, May 09, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Jay Whitacre, Mark Kamlet, Manuela Veloso, Olivia Roy and Tara Stentz, and Alexander Baikovitz and Andrew Kwon.
News Briefs
Wednesday, May 09, 2018

News Briefs

High-Achieving Students Receive CMWA Scholarships; Commencement Parking Restrictions and Stadium Closure; Updates to University Policies Seeks Your Feedback; Last Call To Register for Alumni Awards Ceremony; and more.
Barsotti Lives a Life of Words
Tuesday, May 08, 2018

Barsotti Lives a Life of Words

As a writer at the Heinz College, Scott Barsotti crafts everything from press releases to alumni feature stories. Off the CMU clock, he’s a playwright and novelist.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, May 02, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Terry Collins, Robb Myer, Richard Colvin, Shinjini Kundu, Kathleen Carley, Baruch Fischhoff, Shahzeen Attari and Christopher Genovese.
News Briefs
Wednesday, May 02, 2018

News Briefs

Snakebot Named Ground Rescue Robot of the Year; School of Art Senior Exhibit Opens May 4; Provost Search Town Hall, May 9; and more.
Variety Is the Spice of Griffiths' Life
Monday, April 30, 2018

Variety Is the Spice of Griffiths' Life

Cindy Griffiths thrives on variety, which makes her job as business manager in the Tepper School a great fit.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, April 25, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Carmen Yulin Cruz, Vivian Loftness, Michael Trick, Simon DeDeo, Ariel Procaccia and Jay Price.
News Briefs
Wednesday, April 25, 2018

News Briefs

CMU-Q To Help Develop Center for K-12 Computer Science Education; Student-Created Platform To Transform Course Planning; New Fund Invests in CMU Entrepreneurs; CMU Joins Army's Open Campus Initiative; and more.
Dandoy Is a Guiding Light
Tuesday, April 24, 2018

Dandoy Is a Guiding Light

Correy Dandoy is a mentor to young people on and off the job.
Celebrating the Best in Education, Teaching, Mentoring and Outreach
Monday, April 23, 2018

Celebrating the Best in Education, Teaching, Mentoring and Outreach

Carnegie Mellon University annually recognizes the outstanding, impactful contributions that distinguished faculty and staff have made to advance education, research, their colleagues and students.
Headspace Brings Guided Meditation to You Anytime, Anywhere
Thursday, April 19, 2018

Headspace Brings Guided Meditation to You Anytime, Anywhere

Headspace is a wellness resource within arm's reach, whenever and wherever you need it most.
News Briefs
Wednesday, April 18, 2018

News Briefs

Q and A with David Tepper April 26; CMU, Sony Sign Research Agreement; Staff Council's Ice Cream Social Today; 3-DIY: Printing Your Own Bioprinter; Calling All Artistic Staff; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, April 18, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Jared Cohon, Lenore Blum, Gierad Laput and Joseph Zoller.
Dunkin' Deans Make a Splash for Special Olympics
Tuesday, April 17, 2018

Dunkin' Deans Make a Splash for Special Olympics

CMU deans will be heading to the Dunk Tank on Friday, April 20 to support the Special Olympics of Pennsylvania.
Gross Keeps Spring Carnival Running
Tuesday, April 17, 2018

Gross Keeps Spring Carnival Running

Glenn Gross and his team have provided the electrical power for Spring Carnival for the past 23 years.
Safety Is No Accident for Cicco
Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Safety Is No Accident for Cicco

A safe work environment is no accident for Rebecca Cicco; it is her life’s work.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Aidan Kestigian and Kevin Jarbo, Gerald Constanzo, Gretchen Chapman, Kevin Zollman and Casey Roark.
News Briefs
Wednesday, April 11, 2018

News Briefs

CMU To Host Special Olympics Saturday; NIH Eyes New Use for CMU Technology; CMU Night at PNC Park is April 24; Volunteers Needed To Serve as Floor Marshals; Last Call: Staff Council Elections End Friday; Register Your Child for Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day.
Graduate Student Research, Teaching, Service Honored at Innovation with Impact
Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Graduate Student Research, Teaching, Service Honored at Innovation with Impact

More than 200 master’s degree students and Ph.D. candidates from all seven schools and colleges will present their research, projects and performances at the Innovation with Impact Exhibition from 4 – 6 p.m., April 12, in the Cohon University Center’s Rangos Ballroom.
Personal Mention
Thursday, April 05, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Srinivasan Seshan, James Garrett Jr., Illah Nourbakhsh and Molly Wright Steenson, Lorrie Cranor, Rosana Guernica and Steven Bochco.
News Briefs
Thursday, April 05, 2018

News Briefs

CMU Hosts Conference on Ethics and AI; CMU Night at PNC Park is April 24; The Brain Is Less Flexible Than Previously Thought; Staff Council Divisional Elections Underway; and Register Your Child for Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day.
Shooer Aims To Make Her Leo an American Hero
Tuesday, April 03, 2018

Shooer Aims To Make Her Leo an American Hero

Linda Shooer's passion for animals and special needs children revolves around Leo, her 11-year-old Portuguese water dog who is one of 55 nominees nationwide in the American Humane Hero Dog Awards' Therapy Dog category.
News Briefs
Wednesday, March 28, 2018

News Briefs

Vote for Your Divisional Staff Council Reps; Autonomous Helicopter Team Wins Howard Hughes Award; TEDxCMU is Sunday; Register Your Child for Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work Day; Libraries Replace Online Catalog: and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, March 28, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Wendy Goldman and Joe Trotter, Claire Le Goues, Larry Wasserman, Jessica Trybus, Kathleen Conway and Parker Felterman.
Math Meets Marketing in Wieck’s World
Tuesday, March 27, 2018

Math Meets Marketing in Wieck’s World

When it comes to math and marketing, Jill Wieck has the right equation.
Personal Mention
Thursday, March 22, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are the 2018 CFA Staff Award Winners — Svenja Drouven, Erin Scott, Janie Ditmore, Margaret Cox and Matt D'Emilio; Dan Siewiorek, Sharon Dilworth and Zhen "Sean" Qian.
News Briefs
Wednesday, March 21, 2018

News Briefs

Making Good on a Promise in Africa; Food Extravaganza March 28; Artists Present MFA Exhibition; Alumnus Honors Mr. Rogers; Volunteers Needed for Sons and Daughters to Work Day; and more.
DiNardo, Mende Have a Ball with March Madness
Tuesday, March 20, 2018

DiNardo, Mende Have a Ball with March Madness

It’s March madness in Carnegie Mellon’s Office of Admission, and the ball is in Roberta DiNardo and Heather Mende’s court.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, March 14, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Jim Swartz, Dena Haritos Tsamitis, Abhinav Gupta, Robin Megia, and Prashanth Rajivan and Coty Gonzalez.
News Briefs
Wednesday, March 14, 2018

News Briefs

Autonomous System Nominated for Top Aerospace Award; Construction Begins on Forbes Avenue Project; #StatMadness: CMU Team Takes on Yale; Weekend Changes at East Campus Garage; New CMU-Alert App Under Development; and more.
News Briefs
Wednesday, March 07, 2018

News Briefs

Construction Begins for Forbes Avenue Improvement Project; Autonomous Rotorcraft System Nominated for Top Aerospace Award; San Juan Mayor To Attend Energy Week; New Integrated Library System; and more.
Diggs Scores Points with Tartans
Tuesday, March 06, 2018

Diggs Scores Points with Tartans

Russell Diggs is more than a sports equipment manager in Carnegie Mellon's Athletics Department. He is part of the team.
News Briefs
Wednesday, February 28, 2018

News Briefs

CMU, Portugal Renew Partnership; Vote for CMU in StatMadness Tournament; Nominate Your Divisional Staff Council Reps; San Juan Mayor To Attend Energy Week; First Tee Offers Golf Special for CMU; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Louis-Philippe Morency, Anna Siefken, Melanie Lucht and Francisco Molina.
Barmer Maps Out a Friday Ritual
Monday, February 26, 2018

Barmer Maps Out a Friday Ritual

Hollen Barmer's schedule is a little fishy these days.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, February 21, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Lorrie Cranor, Blase Ur, River Liu and Chuck Klausing.
News Briefs
Wednesday, February 21, 2018

News Briefs

Students Meet Founder of #MeToo Movement; Humanities Festival Returns; Tepper MBAs Outpace Other Programs; Making Siri Smarter; CMU Police To Take the Plunge; Alumnus Helps Musicians Connect with Fans; and more.
Staff Spotlights: A Year in the Making
Tuesday, February 20, 2018

Staff Spotlights: A Year in the Making

This week's spotlight shines on the 52 staff members who have been featured over the past year.
News Briefs
Wednesday, February 14, 2018

News Briefs

Students See Political Side of Silicon Valley; Tepper's Online MBA Is Tops; Deadline Extended To Nominate Inspirational Teacher; ETC Press Releases "Augmented Reality in Museums"; New Career Readiness Program; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, February 14, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Edda Fields-Black, Martin Gaynor, Jocelyn Dueck, Saurabh Bhargava, Zach Howarth, Jenn Mayberger and Tommy Mansfield.
Cao-Berg Helped Bring Aid to Puerto Rico
Wednesday, February 14, 2018

Cao-Berg Helped Bring Aid to Puerto Rico

Carnegie Mellon alumnus Ivan Cao-Berg feels a strong connection to his alma mater, the Latino community in Pittsburgh and Puerto Rico
Poprocky Feels at Home in the Institute for Software Research
Thursday, February 08, 2018

Poprocky Feels at Home in the Institute for Software Research

Victoria Poprocky enjoys the challenge of changing roles, both at work and at home.
News Briefs
Wednesday, February 07, 2018

News Briefs

CMU, Northwestern To Launch Cleantech Center; Volunteers Needed for Take Daughters & Sons to Work Day; RecycleMania Runs Through March 31; Seeking 3MT Participants; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, February 07, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Bin He, Marian Aguiar, Amber James and Bobson Rugambwa.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, January 31, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Art Martynuska, Jennifer Ricklin, Joshua Brakensiek, and Jessica Colnago and Xiaolong Wang.
News Briefs
Wednesday, January 31, 2018

News Briefs

Tepper Launches Course Sequence To Advance Leadership; Students Propose Using Self-Driving Shuttles To Help Underserved Communities; CMU-Q Students Place Third at Arab Innovation Academy; Seeking Older Adults for Healthy Aging Study; and more.
Sestili's Community Spirit is Top Shelf
Tuesday, January 30, 2018

Sestili's Community Spirit is Top Shelf

Kim Sestili manages the books for University Libraries.
News Briefs
Wednesday, January 24, 2018

News Briefs

Following Gene Expressions Over Time; Hunting for New Antibiotics; International Privacy Day; Oakland Restaurant Week; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, January 24, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Sarah Mendelson, Aryn Gittis, Jeff Galak, Jonathan Cagan, Robert Miller and Wesley Pegden.
Stoy Has Best Seats in the House
Tuesday, January 23, 2018

Stoy Has Best Seats in the House

Maria Stoy is box office manager for the School of Drama, responsible for ticket sales, playbills and the student ushers for about 15 shows per year.
CMU Donates Classroom Furniture To Help University of Puerto Rico
Thursday, January 18, 2018

CMU Donates Classroom Furniture To Help University of Puerto Rico

Carnegie Mellon has shipped 342 arm table classroom chairs to the University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez to help the school recover from the destruction caused by Hurricane Maria.
McManigle Is a Master at Starting Startups
Wednesday, January 17, 2018

McManigle Is a Master at Starting Startups

Reed McManigle helps faculty and doctoral candidates at CMU take their inventions from concept to commercialization.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, January 17, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Sheldon Cohen, Amy Burkert, Robert Strauss, Ayana Ledford, Dokyun Lee and John Dolan.
News Briefs
Wednesday, January 17, 2018

News Briefs

CMU Celebrates Data Privacy Day; Machine Learning Will Change Jobs; CMU-Alert Test Jan. 19; Get to Know Human Resources; W-2s To Be Mailed by Jan. 31; Jumpstart Your Business in the I-Corps Program; and more.
News Briefs
Wednesday, January 10, 2018

News Briefs

Get to Know Human Resources; W-2s To Be Mailed by Jan. 31; Jumpstart Your Business in the I-Corps Program; Healthy Campus Kickoff, Jan. 17; Students Turn Ideas Into Products; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, January 10, 2018

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Byron Clayton and Gary Fedder; Stephanie Valencia, Mor Harchol-Balter and Venkatesan Guruswami, Richard Young, and Jonathan Francis and Billy Li.
Patel Works To Foster Innovative Business Solutions
Tuesday, January 09, 2018

Patel Works To Foster Innovative Business Solutions

Alka Patel is connecting business problems with faculty and students who can solve them.
Orientation Program Wins Back-to-Back National Honors
Friday, December 22, 2017

Orientation Program Wins Back-to-Back National Honors

For the second consecutive year, Carnegie Mellon University’s Orientation Week program has won the Outstanding Use of Theme Award from the National Orientation Director Association.
News Briefs
Wednesday, December 20, 2017

News Briefs

Alumnus Making Old Toys New Again; Make a Difference TODAY Through United Way; Silicon Valley Students Mentor Teens in Hackathons; Faculty, Students Win Architecture Prize; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, December 20, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Vijayakumar Bhagavatula, Lori Holt, Denis Colwell and Pei Zhang.
Smith Tells Tales From the Heart
Tuesday, December 19, 2017

Smith Tells Tales From the Heart

Home is where the heart is, and Sylvia Smith’s heart is with Carnegie Mellon and its School of Computer Science.
Provenza Delivers Value at Every Stop
Wednesday, December 13, 2017

Provenza Delivers Value at Every Stop

Every mail delivery holds value for Joe Provenza in Postal Services.
News Briefs
Wednesday, December 13, 2017

News Briefs

CMU Receives $7.5M for Brain Research; GeekWire Chooses Pittsburgh for HQ2; Research Paper on Poker-Playing Libratus AI Wins Award; EHandS Releases New Central Email Address; Help Those in Need Through United Way; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, December 13, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Lorrie Cranor and Ziv Bar-Joseph, Kevin Gonzalez, Roberta Klatzky, Ken Koedinger and Janet Madelle Feindel.
News Briefs
Wednesday, December 06, 2017

News Briefs

Library Recognized for Renovations; Help Those in Need Through United Way; New Technique Improves Delivery of Chemotherapy Nanodrugs; Prep Work Underway for ANSYS Building; Comment on CMU's Self-Study; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, December 06, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Jay Whitacre, Anna Fisher, Romayne Botti, Manfred Paulini, Maureen Dasey-Morales and Douglass Post.
Maser Puts CMU Athletics on the Road
Tuesday, December 05, 2017

Maser Puts CMU Athletics on the Road

As coordinator of athletics support services, Joan Maser is responsible for scheduling and coordinating travel arrangements for CMU’s 18 intercollegiate sports teams.
News Briefs
Wednesday, November 29, 2017

News Briefs

Food Drive Sets Record; Meetings on CMU's Self-Study; PSC Wins Five HPCwire Awards; Innovation in Teamwork Class; Credit Union Offer; Children's School Book Fair; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Michael Tarr, Aminata Garba, James Whipple, Kasey Creswell and Chris Harrison.
Racing is McPherson’s Labor of Love
Tuesday, November 28, 2017

Racing is McPherson’s Labor of Love

Laborer Corey McPherson is a championship racecar owner and driver, who may be the next reality TV star.
News Briefs
Wednesday, November 15, 2017

News Briefs

New Campus Map; Flu Vaccine Research Wins Award; Tartans in Post-Season Play; Giving Tuesday; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, November 15, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Melanie Lucht, Don Carter, Jodi Forlizzi, Norman Sadeh, Robert Strauss and Nathan Martin.
Bremer Helps You Work Through Workday
Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Bremer Helps You Work Through Workday

If you have a question about your payroll deductions, benefits or how to make adjustments through Workday, Jeremy Bremer can help.
Panno Feeds Off Passion for Fundraising
Wednesday, November 08, 2017

Panno Feeds Off Passion for Fundraising

A passion for fundraising has driven Carole Panno to support CMU’s mission for more than 24 years — and to help feed the hungry in Pittsburgh.
News Briefs
Wednesday, November 08, 2017

News Briefs

Help with Toys for Tots, Thanksgiving Baskets and Winter Clothing; Meals for Madagascar; ETC Publishes First Original Release; Open Enrollment Ends Nov. 13; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, November 08, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Dena Haritos Tsamitis; Shefali Umrania; Jim Daniels; Baruch Fischhoff; Deborah Stine.
Parker Helps Keep HR Staff in Step
Wednesday, November 01, 2017

Parker Helps Keep HR Staff in Step

Mary Parker handles a wide range of duties for CMU's Human Resources team.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, November 01, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Ben Hunt, Maitreyee Joshi, Douglas Ahlstedt and Anne Silbaugh.
News Briefs
Wednesday, November 01, 2017

News Briefs

Volunteers Needed To Rise Against Hunger; Open Enrollment is Underway; Food Drive Runs Through Nov. 13; Open Houses at the Children's School; Nominate a Stellar Student; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, October 25, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Inês Azevedo, Jennifer Wegner, Matthew Mason and Tuomas Sandholm. Obituary: Virginia Schatz.
News Briefs
Wednesday, October 25, 2017

News Briefs

Open Enrollment Begins Oct. 30; CMU Seeks Reaffirmation of Accreditation with Middle States Commission; Food Drive Begins Oct. 30; Flu Vaccine Clinics in November; and more.
Carlson Brings Healthy, Sustainable Menu to Cyert Center
Monday, October 23, 2017

Carlson Brings Healthy, Sustainable Menu to Cyert Center

Chef Shawn Carlson prepares morning and afternoon snacks and lunch for about 200 preschoolers and 60 staff members.
News Briefs
Wednesday, October 18, 2017

News Briefs

Drone Safety Practices; Veterans Day Ceremony; Help Shape the Search for Our Next President; Libraries To Celebrate Open Access Week; and more.
Luong Connects with Customers in Supporting Role
Wednesday, October 18, 2017

Luong Connects with Customers in Supporting Role

Khoi Luong is a desktop support technician who enjoys helping staff with computer-related issues.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, October 18, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Karen Lightman, Ramayya Krishnan and Kathryn Heidemann.
Forbes Avenue Project: “Once in a Generation Opportunity for CMU”
Monday, October 16, 2017

Forbes Avenue Project: “Once in a Generation Opportunity for CMU”

Traveling along Forbes Avenue past the Carnegie Mellon campus will be safer, more efficient and more attractive, through a project PennDOT will undertake in 2018.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, October 11, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Jose Moura, Kiron Skinner, Jay Whitacre, and Carol Frieze and Marie Claire Murekatete.
Lonchar Leads With Her Love of Nursing
Wednesday, October 11, 2017

Lonchar Leads With Her Love of Nursing

Lisa Lonchar loves helping students feel better and keeping them healthy.
News Briefs
Wednesday, October 11, 2017

News Briefs

Anthology Details Youth's Struggles With Diversity; Portuguese Entrepreneurs at CMU; Building Synthetic Muscle; Air Pollution a Greater Cost When Shipping Oil; and more.
CMU To Launch New, More Efficient Research Management System
Tuesday, October 10, 2017

CMU To Launch New, More Efficient Research Management System

A new online management system for sponsored research proposals will enhance tracking and data collection, and eliminate the need for signature approvals on paper.
Andy Awards Recognize Outstanding Staff
Wednesday, October 04, 2017

Andy Awards Recognize Outstanding Staff

Four individuals and one team received this year’s Andy Awards for their outstanding job performance and significant impact on Carnegie Mellon University.
Nuhfer Serves 50 Years at CMU, Builds World-Class Lab
Wednesday, October 04, 2017

Nuhfer Serves 50 Years at CMU, Builds World-Class Lab

Tom Nuhfer is the founding director of the Materials Characterization Facility in the Materials Science and Engineering Department.
News Briefs
Wednesday, October 04, 2017

News Briefs

Sample Vegetarian Dishes; Celebrating Tartan Racing's Victory; "Be An Engineer'; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, October 04, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Tom Ribelli, Courtney Ehrlichman, Krysztof Matyjaszewski, Lenore Blum and Gary Aldrich.
News Briefs
Wednesday, September 27, 2017

News Briefs

Enrollment Services Launches New Websites; #AskAnArchivistDay; Sample Vegetarian Dishes; "Be An Engineer'; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, September 27, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Melanie Lucht, Jessica Hodgins and R. Ravi.
Stumpf is Tuned in to the Perfect Piano Sound
Wednesday, September 20, 2017

Stumpf is Tuned in to the Perfect Piano Sound

Peter Stumpf is a piano technician who takes care of more than 80 pianos in CMU's School of Music.
Tartan Ink a One-Stop Shop for Printing, Copying, Shipping Needs
Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Tartan Ink a One-Stop Shop for Printing, Copying, Shipping Needs

Campus Printing and Mailing Services has joined University Copy Centers to form Tartan Ink, a new storefront on the lower level of the Cohon University Center.
Personal Mention
Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Denise Rousseau, Don Carter, Kathy Newman and Anupam Datta.
News Briefs
Monday, September 18, 2017

News Briefs

Community in the Face of Hurricane and Earthquake Devastation; Taste of the Tartans; Celebrating Machine Learning for Social Good; Alumni Win Emmys; CMU's Flu Forecasts; Research Proposals; Parking E-News; and more.
From New York With Love, Stubbs Works To Pay it Forward
Wednesday, September 13, 2017

From New York With Love, Stubbs Works To Pay it Forward

David Stubbs is an HVAC technician with strong family values that extend to his family of fellow craftsmen at CMU.
News Briefs
Wednesday, September 13, 2017

News Briefs

LaunchCMU; TEL Projects; CAS Begins Narrative Initiative; Alumni Award Nominations Due Oct. 2; Nominees Sought for Academic Review Board; and more.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, September 13, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Judith Hallinen and Deb Lange, and Lenore and Manuel Blum.
Personal Mention
Friday, September 08, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Linda Peteanu, Lee Branstetter, Susan Polansky, Kevin Zollman, and Kim Kelly.
News Briefs
Friday, September 08, 2017

News Briefs

Tailgate Party Saturday; Last Call: I-Corps Applications Due Sept. 8; Flu Vaccine Clinics Underway; CMU Earns Grant for Digital Scholarship; and more.
Personal Mention
Friday, September 08, 2017

Personal Mention

Saquib Razak, Ihab Younis, Annette Vincent and Gianni Di Caro; and Jeremy Avigad.
News Briefs
Friday, September 08, 2017

News Briefs

CMU-Alert Test Friday; Flu Vaccine Clinics Begin Sept. 7; Weighing Lightest Particle in the Universe; Book Offers 18 Years of "Challenges to the Dream;" and more.
Ward Puts Authenticity on Stage
Thursday, September 07, 2017

Ward Puts Authenticity on Stage

Kristin Ward props up drama students with her artistry and ingenuity.
CMU Going Green with Grazing Goats
Wednesday, September 06, 2017

CMU Going Green with Grazing Goats

Carnegie Mellon is farming out a landscaping job for the environment’s sake.
Gerwig Manages Most Popular Venue on Campus
Tuesday, August 29, 2017

Gerwig Manages Most Popular Venue on Campus

Marcia Gerwig plays a central role in Carnegie Mellon University’s campus life.
News Briefs
Thursday, August 24, 2017

News Briefs

CMU Night at PNC Park is Sept. 6; Swartz Center Awarded Renewal of I-Corps Site Program; Polarization Over Science Topics Increases with Education; Vote Up! To See #CMUatSXSW; Golf Lessons; and more.
Personal Mention
Thursday, August 24, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's newsmakers are Qing Ye, Byron Yu and Max G'Sell.
Papuga Is One Key Operator
Wednesday, August 23, 2017

Papuga Is One Key Operator

George Papuga oversees facilities on CMU's Pittsburgh campus.
CMU Community Can Find Help, Offer Services Through CareLink
Wednesday, August 23, 2017

CMU Community Can Find Help, Offer Services Through CareLink

A new online service, CareLink, makes it easier for faculty, staff and students at CMU in Pittsburgh to find help or offer services to the university community.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Personal Mention

Scott Dodelson; Brooke Feeney, Meredith Van Vleet and Brittany Jakubiak; Ian Tice; and Britta Glennon.
News Briefs
Wednesday, August 16, 2017

News Briefs

View the Solar Eclipse Monday; Bike Lanes Installation in Oakland; Parking Permit Distribution; Golf Lessons; and more.
Rothmeyer Brings Beauty to CMU’s Landscape
Tuesday, August 15, 2017

Rothmeyer Brings Beauty to CMU’s Landscape

Mandy Rothmeyer has traded in her computer screen for a more natural canvas.
Personal Mention
Wednesday, August 09, 2017

Personal Mention

This week's news makers are Sevin Yeltekin and Alan Scheller-Wolf; Diana Parno; Noa Marom; and Dan Rossi.
News Briefs
Wednesday, August 09, 2017

News Briefs

Coal Storage Takes its Toll; Causing a Scene; 2017-2018 Academic Calendars Now Available; I-Corps Applications Due; Remembering Randy.
Hollis Solves Puzzles On and Off the Job
Tuesday, August 08, 2017

Hollis Solves Puzzles On and Off the Job

Ahren Hollis is a systems analyst for CMU's Environmental Health and Safety Department.
Personal Mention
Thursday, August 03, 2017

Personal Mention

Jessica Hodgins; Joseph S. Hezir; and Pulkit Grover.
News Briefs
Thursday, August 03, 2017

News Briefs

2017-2018 Academic Calendars Now Available; CMU Group Travels to Poland; Movie Filming in Gates Hillman; I-Corps Applications; Remembering Randy.
Schultz Makes Sure the Heat is on at CMU
Wednesday, August 02, 2017

Schultz Makes Sure the Heat is on at CMU

Emil Schultz is one of nine steamfitters in Facilities Management Services.
Lucht Appointed Assistant VP for Enterprise Risk Management
Tuesday, August 01, 2017

Lucht Appointed Assistant VP for Enterprise Risk Management

Melanie Lucht will help CMU manage and mitigate the inherent risks associated with operating a global university.
News Briefs
Thursday, July 27, 2017

News Briefs

ETC Student Projects Win International Play Awards; New York Times Examines How SCS Remade Pittsburgh;
Personal Mention
Thursday, July 27, 2017

Personal Mention

Kathryn Roeder, Ruslan Salakhutdinov and Larrry Wasserman; Richard Scheines and Lauren Herckis (above); and David Fowler.
Barb Kviz Enjoys the Environment She Protects
Wednesday, July 26, 2017

Barb Kviz Enjoys the Environment She Protects

CMU's environmental coordinator advocated for a number of the green initiatives in practice today.
Personal Mention
Thursday, July 20, 2017

Personal Mention

Priya Narasimhan and Vivian Davidsion Hewitt; Martin Gaynor; Joel Greenhouse; Elizabeth Chodos; George Romero.
News Briefs
Thursday, July 20, 2017

News Briefs

Movie Filming in Gates Hillman; Steinberg Estate Makes $1M Donation; Oakland Restaurant Week.
Workshop Gives Incoming Students a Head Start
Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Workshop Gives Incoming Students a Head Start

Twenty-two children of CMU faculty and staff received valuable advice during an Academic Development workshop to help start their college careers.
Laura Velasco Knows the Power of a College Education
Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Laura Velasco Knows the Power of a College Education

Velasco is one of five researchers in CMU's Institutional Research and Analysis Office.
News Briefs
Thursday, July 13, 2017

News Briefs

Last Call for Andy Award Nominations; Tepper School Ranked #8; Mind Field; Oakland Restaurant Week; and more.
Personal Mention
Thursday, July 13, 2017

Personal Mention

Alex John London; Madeleine Kelly; Brian MacWhinney; Jill Simmons
Jim McNeil Gives the Campus Community a Lift
Friday, July 07, 2017

Jim McNeil Gives the Campus Community a Lift

For nearly three decades, Jim McNeil has been giving the Carnegie Mellon University community a lift.
CMU Community on Fast Track to Lifelong Learning
Friday, July 07, 2017

CMU Community on Fast Track to Lifelong Learning

Faculty, staff, alumni and their spouses and partners can now bypass a two-year, 1,000-name waiting list to join the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at CMU.
Personal Mention
Thursday, June 29, 2017

Personal Mention

Bob Dammon and Andrew Moore; Shawn Litster; Peter Cooke; Farnam Jahanian; Allen Robinson. Obituary: Syed Zain Khan.
News Briefs
Thursday, June 29, 2017

News Briefs

CMU Delegation at World Economic Forum; Andy Award Nominations Due July 6; and more.
Bruce Grafton Ensures Campus Stays Cool in the Summer
Wednesday, June 28, 2017

Bruce Grafton Ensures Campus Stays Cool in the Summer

In the summer, Bruce Grafton ensures faculty, staff and students stay cool.
Second Verse: Jones Plays On After Teaching
Monday, June 26, 2017

Second Verse: Jones Plays On After Teaching

French Teaching Professor Christopher Jones is retiring June 30 to spend more time at home pursuing his other profession.
News Briefs
Thursday, June 22, 2017

News Briefs

MCS Honors Staff Award Winners; Andy Nominations Due July 6; Weight Watchers at Work; and more.
Personal Mention
Thursday, June 22, 2017

Personal Mention

Irene Fonseca; Bin He; Pulkit Grover; Jesse Dunietz; Sam Ventura.
Piekutowski Named Chief HR Officer at CMU
Thursday, June 22, 2017

Piekutowski Named Chief HR Officer at CMU

Michelle Piekutowski has been appointed associate vice president and chief human resources officer, effective Aug. 28.
Jessica Tones Counsels Campus Community on Healthy Eating
Tuesday, June 20, 2017

Jessica Tones Counsels Campus Community on Healthy Eating

Jessica Tones is a dietitian and nutrition expert who collaborates with University Health Services and dining vendors to counsel students and the campus community on healthy eating.
Personal Mention
Thursday, June 15, 2017

Personal Mention

Roberta Stempfley; Reeja Jayan; David Kaufer.
News Briefs
Thursday, June 15, 2017

News Briefs

Academic Success for Your Student; Last Call for Parking Waitlist; and more.
Jill Simmons Is a Fundraiser by Day, Singer by Night
Wednesday, June 14, 2017

Jill Simmons Is a Fundraiser by Day, Singer by Night

Her vocation at CMU is director of development for university initiatives, while her avocation is singing for theCAUSE.
Tech Dress a Collaborative Success
Tuesday, June 13, 2017

Tech Dress a Collaborative Success

Carnegie Mellon's expertise in technology and the arts hit the red carpet at the 71st Annual Tony Awards in New York City.
Personal Mention
Thursday, June 08, 2017

Personal Mention

Pulkit Grover, Soummya Kar and Yaoqing Yang; Monica Harrison; Paul Eiss.
News Briefs
Thursday, June 08, 2017

News Briefs

Professors Concerned Over Paris Agreement; Academic Success for Your Student; Parking Waitlist Is Open; Employee Day at Kennywood Park is June 10; and more.
Brian Burnett Helps People Find Their Space
Wednesday, June 07, 2017

Brian Burnett Helps People Find Their Space

Brian Burnett helps people find the space they need - when it comes to parking.
News Briefs
Thursday, June 01, 2017

News Briefs

Parking Waitlist Is Open Through June 15; Researchers Develop Gripping System; and more.
Personal Mention
Thursday, June 01, 2017

Personal Mention

Baruch Fischhoff; Mahadev Satyanarayanan; Jeanne VanBriesen.
Ron Ripper Keeps Research Running Smoothly
Thursday, June 01, 2017

Ron Ripper Keeps Research Running Smoothly

Ron Ripper helps keep research running smoothly in the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department.
News Briefs
Thursday, May 25, 2017

News Briefs

Kennywood Park Picnic; New Staff Council Officers; Dining Services News; and more.
Personal Mention
Thursday, May 25, 2017

Personal Mention

Lauren Herckis; Peggy Knapp; Robert Cavalier; and Danielle Wenner.
Nock's Interest in TV Crime Dramas Led Her to Police Career
Wednesday, May 24, 2017

Nock's Interest in TV Crime Dramas Led Her to Police Career

Growing up, Leah Nock enjoyed watching “Unsolved Mysteries” and “Forensic Files.”
Picnic Celebrates Staff with Music, Food and More
Wednesday, May 24, 2017

Picnic Celebrates Staff with Music, Food and More

Hundreds of Carnegie Mellon University staff gathered May 24 for the annual CMU Community Picnic.
News Briefs
Thursday, May 18, 2017

News Briefs

Kennywood Park Picnic; Warner Hall elevator ouf-of-service; Daisy Joins Robot Revolution; Andy Award Nominations Open; and more.
Personal Mention
Thursday, May 18, 2017

Personal Mention

David Garlan and Mary Shaw: Justine Cassell; Adams Wei Yu and Xialong Wang.
Ditmore Loves Role in School of Design
Wednesday, May 17, 2017

Ditmore Loves Role in School of Design

After 25 years in retail sales at CMU, Jane Ditmore was ready for a change.
Personal Mention
Thursday, May 11, 2017

Personal Mention

Martin Gaynor; Gerard Cornuejols; Jon Caulkins; Larry Wasserman; Tim Haggerty; and Cleotilde Gonzalez, Christian Lebiere and Lujo Bauer.
News Briefs
Thursday, May 11, 2017

News Briefs

Tepper Quad Project To Cause Lot Closure; CMU Community Picnic is May 24; and more.
Stanton Has Called CMU Home for Nearly Four Decades
Wednesday, May 10, 2017

Stanton Has Called CMU Home for Nearly Four Decades

Frank Stanton takes care of the campus grounds along Forbes Avenue from Cyert Hall to Hamburg Hall.
Personal Mention
Thursday, May 04, 2017

Personal Mention

David Danks; Madelyn Miller and Melanie Lucht; Edward Kennedy; Kiron Skinner.
News Briefs
Thursday, May 04, 2017

News Briefs

Join the Alumni Association for Pirates Baseball; May 7 Concert in Memory of Robert Page; Join the Plaid Dog Divers.
Program Gives Staff Different View of CMU
Wednesday, May 03, 2017

Program Gives Staff Different View of CMU

Rebecca Cicco (right) shadowed Melanie Lucht in "A Day in the Life."
Wojciechowski's Career Suits Him to a Tee
Tuesday, May 02, 2017

Wojciechowski's Career Suits Him to a Tee

Ed Wojciechowski teaches mechanical engineering students how to fabricate their designs.
CMWA Supports Students’ Commitment to Advancement of Women
Monday, May 01, 2017

CMWA Supports Students’ Commitment to Advancement of Women

Seven graduating women received a $1,000 scholarship from the Carnegie Mellon Women's Association.
News Briefs
Thursday, April 27, 2017

News Briefs

CMU Recognized as a Top Tech Transfer University; Fun Summer Workshop for Kids; and more.
Personal Mention
Thursday, April 27, 2017

Personal Mention

Kathryn Roeder; Matteo Pozzi; Dena Haritos Tsamitis; Tzahi Cohen-Karni.
Staff Spotlight: Jim Moran
Wednesday, April 26, 2017

Staff Spotlight: Jim Moran

Jim Moran is dedicated to protecting and serving members of the Carnegie Mellon community.
Celebrating Excellence in Education
Monday, April 24, 2017

Celebrating Excellence in Education

Every year CMU recognizes individuals who exemplify the highest standards of excellence and commitment to students through its Celebration of Education Awards.
News Briefs
Thursday, April 20, 2017

News Briefs

Parking During Spring Carnival; Register for Take Our Daughters & Sons to Work; and more.
Personal Mention
Thursday, April 20, 2017

Personal Mention

Baruch Fischhoff; Nitsan Shai, Juan Jorge Schaffer.
Staff Spotlight: Ron Phillips
Wednesday, April 19, 2017

Staff Spotlight: Ron Phillips

Electrician Ron Phillips gets his biggest charge on the bicycle track.
News Briefs
Thursday, April 13, 2017

News Briefs

Introducing the President's Distinguished Lecturer Series; Register for Take Our Daughters & Sons to Work; Inc.'s Coolest Startup; CMU AI Beats Chinese Poker Players; and more.
Personal Mention
Thursday, April 13, 2017

Personal Mention

Amy Burkert, Carmen Martinez, Maya Schumer, Neil Donahue.
Staff Spotlight: Sam Boyer
Wednesday, April 12, 2017

Staff Spotlight: Sam Boyer

Sam Boyer discusses his unique approach to recruiting and developing talent for the College of Engineering.
News Briefs
Thursday, April 06, 2017

News Briefs

Finding Faces in the Crowd; CMU To Host Special Olympics; Search Lunch Specials Via Dining Services Website; and more.
Personal Mention
Thursday, April 06, 2017

Personal Mention

News makers: David Danks and Alex John London; Diane Nelson and Surya Aggarwal (above); Doru Thom Popovici and Travis Carless.
UPLift Challenge Seeks Your Ideas To Enhance Pittsburgh Campus
Wednesday, April 05, 2017

UPLift Challenge Seeks Your Ideas To Enhance Pittsburgh Campus

The Task Force for the CMU Experience is inviting students, faculty and staff to submit their creative ideas to make common spaces on campus more engaging, collaborative and fun.
Staff Spotlight: Clif Stanford
Tuesday, April 04, 2017

Staff Spotlight: Clif Stanford

Clif Stanford is king of "the hill."
Personal Mention
Thursday, March 30, 2017

Personal Mention

News makers: George Kantor; Robin Mejia; Hanna Berggren.
News Briefs
Thursday, March 30, 2017

News Briefs

Students' Exercise System for Astronauts Is Finalist in Life in Space Competition; RoBotany, Inventory Connection Win McGinnis Venture Competition; Celebrating Graduate and Professional Students, April 3-7; Field Day Is a Sellout; Paws To Relax; Volunteers Needed for Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work; Fellowships in Digital Health Are Available; Looking for a Ride to Work from the North?
Piper Spotlight: Bill Francis
Wednesday, March 29, 2017

Piper Spotlight: Bill Francis

Bill Francis is a family man with a big heart who looks out for his "kids" - more than 100 of them on the Tartans football team.
Personal Mention
Thursday, March 23, 2017

Personal Mention

News makers: Jesse Schell; Margaret Smith, Maya Holay and Stephanie Tian; Lenore Blum; Kiron Skinner.
News Briefs
Thursday, March 23, 2017

News Briefs

Sign Up for 1000plus Day of Service; Volunteers Needed for Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work; CMU Student Startups Among the "Coolest"; Take Our Kids to Work Committee Needs Volunteers; Students Vie for Campus Superstar Title; Beatstep Cowboys is a Winner at Intel University Games Showcase; ICC Hosts Symposium for International Teaching Assistant Professionals; Fellowships in Digital Health Are Now Available; Looking for a Ride to Work from the North?
Piper Spotlight: Bonnie Schultz
Monday, March 20, 2017

Piper Spotlight: Bonnie Schultz

Tepper School faculty know where to go for help. They turn to Bonnie Schultz and her team at Tepper Academic Services.
News Briefs
Thursday, March 16, 2017

News Briefs

Cohon Center Wins Building Excellence Award; Students Compete for $60K in Investments; Students Vie for Campus Superstar Title; Parking Hosts Open House; OIE Joins Enrollment Services; ProSEED/Crosswalk Proposals Due March 22; Fellowships in Digital Health Are Now Available; CMU Launches Diversity & Inclusion Website; TEDxCMU Set for April 1.
Personal Mention
Thursday, March 16, 2017

Personal Mention

News makers: Ramayya Krishnan; Angela Ng and Joshua Zak; Jessica Zhang; Jimmy Williams.
Cohon Center Addition Wins Building Excellence Award
Tuesday, March 14, 2017

Cohon Center Addition Wins Building Excellence Award

The Master Builders' Association awards are the highest and most sought-after commercial construction awards in western Pennsylvania.
Four CMU Students Vie for Campus Superstar Title, March 26
Tuesday, March 14, 2017

Four CMU Students Vie for Campus Superstar Title, March 26

Hanna Berggren, Daryl Paris Bright, Gena Sims and Ramsey Pack will compete in the American Idol-like competition at 7 p.m. Sunday, March 26 at Carnegie Music Hall in Oakland.
Students Honored for “Incredible Service and Leadership”
Monday, March 13, 2017

Students Honored for “Incredible Service and Leadership”

Angela Ng and Joshua Zak are being recognized by the CMU Alumni Association for their outstanding service and leadership
Personal Mention
Thursday, March 09, 2017

Personal Mention

News makers: Jay Whitacre; Stephen Broomell and Patrick Kane; Nichole Argo; Carole Frieze; Ran Zhao.
News Briefs
Thursday, March 09, 2017

News Briefs

CMU Launches Diversity & Inclusion Website; TEDxCMU Set for April 1; Fundraiser Challenges You To Swim a Mile; Now Enrolling: Cyert Center for Early Education-Penn Avenue; ProSEED Seed Grant Applications Now Available.
Play an Active Role in the Staff Experience
Wednesday, March 08, 2017

Play an Active Role in the Staff Experience

Nominations for a seat on Staff Council are now open through March 17. All staff neither represented by a collective bargaining unit nor holding a faculty designation can be nominated, and you can even nominate yourself.
President’s Annual Update: “No Better Time To Be at CMU”
Wednesday, March 08, 2017

President’s Annual Update: “No Better Time To Be at CMU”

In his annual update to the Carnegie Mellon community last week, President Subra Suresh reported progress on top strategic priorities, and laid out the extraordinary opportunities that lie ahead for the university.
Piper Spotlight: Julia Corrin
Tuesday, March 07, 2017

Piper Spotlight: Julia Corrin

Julia Corrin is preserving Carnegie Mellon University's history.
Startup 101 Brings STEM Learning to Life
Friday, March 03, 2017

Startup 101 Brings STEM Learning to Life

Chemical engineering Ph.D. student Justin Weinberg has co-founded a tech startup that enables professors to engage students in active learning during traditional lectures.
News Briefs
Thursday, March 02, 2017

News Briefs

TEDxCMU Set for April 1; Fundraiser Challenges You To Swim a Mile; Swartz Center Announces Sixth I-Corps Site Cohort; Now Enrolling: Cyert Center for Early Education-Penn Avenue; ProSEED Seed Grant Applications Now Available; Submit Your Feedback on Parental Leave.
Personal Mention
Thursday, March 02, 2017

Personal Mention

News makers: George Loewenstein, Joanna Wolfe, Jon Klancher and Lisa Murphy.
Piper Spotlight: Scott Kurdilla
Wednesday, March 01, 2017

Piper Spotlight: Scott Kurdilla

Scott Kurdilla can see what is on your mind. As a research technologist and safety officer, he manages day-to-day operations at the Scientific Imaging and Brain Research Center.
Personal Mention
Thursday, February 23, 2017

Personal Mention

News makers: Deborah Lange; Andreas Pfenning; Yisong Guo; Jay Kadane.
News Briefs
Thursday, February 23, 2017

News Briefs

Synthetic Nanoparticles Achieve Complexity of Protein Molecules; Now Enrolling: Cyert Center for Early Education; CMU Team Offers Swimming Lessons; ProSEED Seed Grant Applications Now Available; Help Name the Repository; Submit Your Feedback on Parental Leave.
Piper Spotlight: Yulia Zhukoff
Thursday, February 23, 2017

Piper Spotlight: Yulia Zhukoff

If you see Yulia Zhukoff tapping her feet behind her desk in Carnegie Mellon University's Alumni House, there's a good reason why.
Piper Spotlight: Ashley Grice
Wednesday, February 22, 2017

Piper Spotlight: Ashley Grice

Ashley Grice is working to ensure everyone feels welcome on Carnegie Mellon's campus.
Library Renovation Supports “21st Century Students”
Monday, February 20, 2017

Library Renovation Supports “21st Century Students”

A renovation of Carnegie Mellon University's Sorrells Engineering & Science Library has transformed the space to support student learning in new and innovative ways.
Fasten Your Seatbelt for the Future of Mass Transit
Thursday, February 16, 2017

Fasten Your Seatbelt for the Future of Mass Transit

CMU's Hyperloop team shared its mass transit pod design and vision for ultra-high speed transportation at an event that drew more than 300 faculty, staff and students.
Personal Mention
Thursday, February 16, 2017

Personal Mention

News makers: Albert Presto, Deanna Matthews, Meagan Mauter and Steven Chase; Harry Shum; Jon Rubin; James Wynn; and Jim Daniels.
News Briefs
Thursday, February 16, 2017

News Briefs

Buggy Practices Start This Weekend; Three-Minute Thesis Registration Deadline Is Tomorrow; Marriage Is Good for Your Health; ProSEED Seed Grant Applications Now Available; Engineering Hosts Festival for K-12 Students; University Libraries Partners with Digital Science; Submit Your Feedback on Parental Leave.
Students Take West Coast “Business” Trip
Thursday, February 16, 2017

Students Take West Coast “Business” Trip

Carnegie Mellon MBA students recently took a trip to the West Coast to see what Silicon Valley has to offer. They were not disappointed.
Piper Spotlight: Jack Aul
Tuesday, February 14, 2017

Piper Spotlight: Jack Aul

The longtime Carnegie Mellon carpenter has combined his two passions to make baseball bats for his sons and aspiring major leaguers.
Robot’s Personality Comes to Life in Museum Exhibit
Tuesday, February 14, 2017

Robot’s Personality Comes to Life in Museum Exhibit

Ph.D. student Madeline Gannon's "Mimus" is engaging visitors like a curious animal at the zoo.
Lunar Gala Has Irresistible Allure
Friday, February 10, 2017

Lunar Gala Has Irresistible Allure

CMU students are tapping into their talents as designers, models, dancers, videographers and technicians to pull off one of Pittsburgh's most anticipated fashion shows.
Tayur Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Engineering
Friday, February 10, 2017

Tayur Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Engineering

Tepper School Professor Sridhar Tayur has been recognized by the NAE "for developing and commercializing innovative methods to optimize supply chain systems."
News Briefs
Thursday, February 09, 2017

News Briefs

Seeking Participants for Three-Minute Thesis Competition; ProSEED/Simon Initiative Proposals Due Feb. 10; ProSEED Seed Grant Applications Now Available; Nominate a Student for Student Employee of the Year; University Libraries Spring Workshops; Submit Your Feedback on Parental Leave; Tepper School Offers Discount on Executive Education; Register Your Child for the Children's School.
Personal Mention
Thursday, February 09, 2017

Personal Mention

News makers: Takeo Kanade; Anuj Kalia, Kirthevasan Kandasamy and Diyi Yang; Anita Williams Woolley; Hae Young Noh; Lorrie Cranor; Rémi Adam van Compernolle.
Government Leaders, CEOs, Academic Experts To Discuss Energy-Water Nexus
Wednesday, February 08, 2017

Government Leaders, CEOs, Academic Experts To Discuss Energy-Water Nexus

The panel discussion "Building a Resilient, Smart and Sustainable City: The Energy-Water Nexus" will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16.
Good Vibrations: CMU Professor’s Work Could Help Improve Elder Care
Wednesday, February 08, 2017

Good Vibrations: CMU Professor’s Work Could Help Improve Elder Care

Hae Young Noh has earned an NSF award to study how sensor technology can be used to enable "smart buildings" to locate and identify people.
Social Artist, Activist Appointed First MFA Director at CMU's School of Art
Wednesday, February 08, 2017

Social Artist, Activist Appointed First MFA Director at CMU's School of Art

Jon Rubin, an associate professor of art, is recognized as a leading artist in the field of social and contextual practice.
Kanade Becomes First CMU Professor To Receive IEEE Founder’s Medal
Wednesday, February 08, 2017

Kanade Becomes First CMU Professor To Receive IEEE Founder’s Medal

Takeo Kanade is being recognized for his leadership in computer vision and robotics.
Piper Spotlight: Pattye Stragar
Tuesday, February 07, 2017

Piper Spotlight: Pattye Stragar

Carnegie Mellon's fitness operations manager wants you to "get moving."
From Underprivileged to Entrepreneurial: Maha Excites High School Students About Business
Monday, February 06, 2017

From Underprivileged to Entrepreneurial: Maha Excites High School Students About Business

Junior sharp-shooting guard Ryan Maha is making his biggest impact off the court.
$3 Million Gift to Support Transfer of CMU Inventions to the Marketplace
Friday, February 03, 2017

$3 Million Gift to Support Transfer of CMU Inventions to the Marketplace

Professor Aleksandar Kavčić; and his wife, Dr. Sofija Kavčić, have donated $3 million to create a new, endowed fund to support inventors at Carnegie Mellon.
Artists Reconstruct Story of African-American Folk Hero
Thursday, February 02, 2017

Artists Reconstruct Story of African-American Folk Hero

The story of railroad man John Henry is being brought to life Feb. 9-18 at The August Wilson Center in downtown Pittsburgh.
News Briefs
Thursday, February 02, 2017

News Briefs

$3M Gift To Support Transfer of CMU Inventions to the Marketplace; Division of Operations Has Been Restructured; Mind, Body and Spirit Summit Set for Feb. 5; Seeking Student Employee Award Nominations; Engineering Names Staff Award Winners; University Libraries Circulation Updates; Register Your Child for the Children's School.
Personal Mention
Thursday, February 02, 2017

Personal Mention

News makers: Ned Deets; Jeff Bigham and Carol Frieze; Peter Cooke.
Piper Spotlight: Matt D'Emilio
Wednesday, February 01, 2017

Piper Spotlight: Matt D'Emilio

Matt D'Emilio's signature may be among the most recognized at Carnegie Mellon.
Villanueva Prepares at CMU for Life After Football
Monday, January 30, 2017

Villanueva Prepares at CMU for Life After Football

Although he'd rather be preparing to play in this Sunday's Super Bowl, Alejandro Villanueva now has a chance to get back to his studies at Carnegie Mellon.
Personal Mention
Thursday, January 26, 2017

Personal Mention

News makers: Dan Nagin; Brandon Lucia; Mostafa Mirshekari; Obituary: Yuji Ijiri.
News Briefs
Thursday, January 26, 2017

News Briefs

Mind, Body and Spirit Summit SEf for Feb. 5; One Tough Poker Player: Seeking Your Feedback on Parental Leave; Forecasts Suggest Flu Activity Is Peaking; Oakland Restaurant Week; EH&S Offers AED/CPR, Defensive Driving Training; Children's Hospital Seeks Study Participants.
Piper Spotlight: M. Shernell Smith
Thursday, January 26, 2017

Piper Spotlight: M. Shernell Smith

M. Shernell Smith is passionate about the many roles she plays to engage students and staff, and to help enhance the CMU Experience.
Morehouse College President To Give MLK Keynote Address Jan. 31
Wednesday, January 25, 2017

Morehouse College President To Give MLK Keynote Address Jan. 31

John Silvanus Wilson, Jr.'s address at 4:30 p.m. in McConomy Auditorium is titled "Toward the Beloved Community."
Murphy Makes Basketball History at Carnegie Mellon
Monday, January 23, 2017

Murphy Makes Basketball History at Carnegie Mellon

Senior basketball star Lisa Murphy notched her 2,000th career point and 1,000th career rebound in a 93-73 victory over Emory University.
Obituary: Yuji Ijiri Was a World-Renowned Accountant and Educator
Thursday, January 19, 2017

Obituary: Yuji Ijiri Was a World-Renowned Accountant and Educator

The R.M. Trueblood University Professor of Accounting and Economics, emeritus, was the inventor of triple-entry accounting and was recognized internationally for accounting research and practice.
News Briefs
Thursday, January 19, 2017

News Briefs

Oakland Restaurant Week; ECE Students To Host Annual Build18 Freestyle Tinkering Symposium; EH&S Offers AED/CPR, Defensive Driving Training; Swartz Center for Entreprenuership's Spring CONNECTS Seminar Series Starts Jan. 19; Golf Lessons; ProSEED/Simon Initiative Proposals Due; and more.
Hans Berliner Was a Pioneer in Computer Chess
Thursday, January 19, 2017

Hans Berliner Was a Pioneer in Computer Chess

Former Carnegie Mellon University School of Computer Science faculty member Hans Berliner died Jan. 13 in Riviera Beach, Fla. He was 87.
Personal Mention
Thursday, January 19, 2017

Personal Mention

News makers: Robert Kass, Farnam Jahanian, Alesssandro Acquisti. Obituary: Hans Berliner.
Miller Gallery Hosts Exhibition of Feminist Art + Tech, Jan. 28 – Feb. 26
Thursday, January 19, 2017

Miller Gallery Hosts Exhibition of Feminist Art + Tech, Jan. 28 – Feb. 26

"Hacking / Modding / Remixing as Feminist Protest" features 22 artists, designers and developers working at the intersection of art and technology.
Art on the Run: Student Sketches Capture CMU, Pittsburgh
Monday, January 16, 2017

Art on the Run: Student Sketches Capture CMU, Pittsburgh

Lumi Barron has been painting and sketching the places she visits since she was in high school.
Suresh, CMU Faculty To Help Shape Global Agenda at World Economic Forum
Monday, January 16, 2017

Suresh, CMU Faculty To Help Shape Global Agenda at World Economic Forum

Carnegie Mellon will be part of the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, Jan. 16-20.
Martin Luther King Writing Award Winners Reveal Personal Stories of Self-Identity, Racism, Terrorism and More
Friday, January 13, 2017

Martin Luther King Writing Award Winners Reveal Personal Stories of Self-Identity, Racism, Terrorism and More

The student winners will read their poems and essays at an awards ceremony at 4:30 p.m., Monday, Jan. 16, in CMU's Rangos Ballroom in the Cohon University Center.
$250 Million To Support Advanced Robotics Venture Led by CMU
Friday, January 13, 2017

$250 Million To Support Advanced Robotics Venture Led by CMU

An independent institute founded by Carnegie Mellon will receive more than $250 million to launch an advanced robotics manufacturing institute in Pittsburgh, the U.S. Department of Defense announced Friday.
Jahanian, Acquisti Deliver Calls To Action at NSF Meeting on Cybersecurity, Privacy
Thursday, January 12, 2017

Jahanian, Acquisti Deliver Calls To Action at NSF Meeting on Cybersecurity, Privacy

Carnegie Mellon Provost Farnam Jahanian called for continuing investments in cybersecurity to meet the evolving challenges in securing cyberspace.
Poker Play Begins in "Brains Vs. AI: Upping the Ante"
Thursday, January 12, 2017

Poker Play Begins in "Brains Vs. AI: Upping the Ante"

Play began Jan. 11 in a competition at Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh that pits Carnegie Mellon artificial intelligence against four of the world's best professional poker players.
News Briefs
Thursday, January 12, 2017

News Briefs

Online MBA Program Ranked #2 by U.S. News & World Report; Swartz Center for Entreprenuership's Spring CONNECTS Seminar Series Starts Jan. 19; Vacant No More: CMU Students Present Urban Development Solutions to Pittsburgh City Council; and more.
Personal Mention
Thursday, January 12, 2017

Personal Mention

News makers: John Tarnoff; Vivian Loftness; Joana Ricou; Marsha Lovett, Ken Koedinger and Lauren Herckis
Krishnan Discusses Smart Mobility at Consumer Electronics Show
Sunday, January 08, 2017

Krishnan Discusses Smart Mobility at Consumer Electronics Show

Heinz College Dean Ramayya Krishnan shared his expertise as a member of the "Smart Cities, Smart States, Smart Mobility" panel in Las Vegas.
From Sight to Recognition: Researchers Map How the Brain Processes Faces
Friday, January 06, 2017

From Sight to Recognition: Researchers Map How the Brain Processes Faces

Researchers are getting closer to understanding how your brain perceives faces and recognizes old friends you haven't seen in years.
Carnegie Mellon Launches First-of-its-Kind Behavioral Economics, Policy and Organizations Major
Thursday, January 05, 2017

Carnegie Mellon Launches First-of-its-Kind Behavioral Economics, Policy and Organizations Major

The course of study was created to respond to the high demand for behavioral economists.
News Briefs
Thursday, January 05, 2017

News Briefs

Parking Services Offices on the Move; CMU Raised More Than $14K for Special Olympics; CMU Food Drive a Success; Athletics Department Offers Golf Lessons; ProSEED/Simon Initiative Proposals Due Feb. 10; Give to the United Way.
Personal Mention
Thursday, January 05, 2017

Personal Mention

News makers: Jelena Kovačević, Dena Haritos Tsamitis; David Danks; and Maggie Sikora.
Upping the Ante: Top Poker Pros Face Off vs. Artificial Intelligence
Wednesday, January 04, 2017

Upping the Ante: Top Poker Pros Face Off vs. Artificial Intelligence

Four of the world's best professional poker players will compete against artificial intelligence developed by Carnegie Mellon in an epic rematch beginning Jan. 11 at Rivers Casino.
Acquisti Named Director of New PWC-CMU Innovation Center
Wednesday, January 04, 2017

Acquisti Named Director of New PWC-CMU Innovation Center

Alessandro Acquisti, professor of information technology and public policy at CMU's Heinz College, is the world's leading scholar in the economics of privacy.
PwC Invests $11 Million in New Innovation Center at Carnegie Mellon
Wednesday, January 04, 2017

PwC Invests $11 Million in New Innovation Center at Carnegie Mellon

The Risk and Regulatory Services Innovation Center will advance how businesses use technology to solve organization-wide issues and address compliance requirements.
Program Primes Pump for Pittsburgh Tech Talent
Wednesday, January 04, 2017

Program Primes Pump for Pittsburgh Tech Talent

Carnegie Mellon University has teamed up with Microsoft to enlarge Pittsburgh's pipeline for computer scientists.
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