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Tuesday, April 15, 2025
For Mustache Champ Adam Causgrove, Fame Is Right Under His Nose
Around the CMU campus, Adam Causgrove is known as the guy with the dog. Around the country, he's the guy with the super 'stache.
Monday, January 23, 2023
Bruce Gerson, Voice for CMU, To Retire After 40 Years
Bruce Gerson kicked off his 40-year career at Carnegie Mellon in the Department of Athletics, where he kept records for all 19 varsity sports, promoted student-athletes and generated stories for local, regional and national press.
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
Morales Reflects on Her Mexican Heritage
Priscilla Morales reflects on her Mexican heritage, the importance of ‘servingness’ and the role college administrators play in student success.
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
The Dawn of a Career
For Jennifer Cox-Siegel, the distance from a degree in human development to a successful career in accounting turned out to be a leap of faith.
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
From Coding to Kids: Allen Makes Unique Career Move
David Allen’s career path changed direction, leading him to Carnegie Mellon's Children's School.
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Wessell Stays Grounded by Focusing on What's Next
It's been a great ride for head groundskeeper David Wessell. Get his best gardening tips and read about the unusual visitors he's encountered in his 42 years at CMU.
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
D’Angelo Is Driven by Pursuit of Inclusive Excellence
Mark D’Angelo is as close as he's ever been to his lifelong goal of creating an inclusive academic environment for everyone, no matter who you are.
Thursday, June 09, 2022
Chisholm Can’t Stop Her Streak Now
Carrie Chisholm has run at least two miles per day for more than 2,000 days in a row — that’s every day for five and a half years.
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Loosemore Has Designs for Drama
Mica Harrison Loosemore just received her Master of Arts in Design from Carnegie Mellon last Friday, but she’s been applying her new knowledge since starting the program three years ago.
Chief Ogden’s Proactive Policing Gained the Community’s Trust
Friday, April 22, 2022
Chief Ogden’s Proactive Policing Gained the Community’s Trust
CMU’s police force has made many tangible improvements under Chief Tom Ogden, who is retiring in June, but it’s the intangibles, the accountability and public trust in his department, that mean the most to him.
Greenwald’s a Spring Carnival Treasure
Tuesday, April 05, 2022
Greenwald’s a Spring Carnival Treasure
Since his days with Rachael Ray, Spring Carnival advisor Andrew Greenwald has become quite good at putting on a show.
Flipping the Switch on a New Career
Tuesday, February 08, 2022
Flipping the Switch on a New Career
A temporary part-time position turned into a full-time career for Jessica Tomko at Carnegie Mellon University.
Adams Promotes Inclusivity Through Culturally Responsive Teaching
Tuesday, February 01, 2022
Adams Promotes Inclusivity Through Culturally Responsive Teaching
Things aren't always what they seem to be in a diverse classroom, says Lexi Adams, a teaching consultant in the Eberly Center who promotes culturally responsive teaching.
Andy Awards Honor Staff for Remarkable Performance and Impact
Thursday, November 18, 2021
Andy Awards Honor Staff for Remarkable Performance and Impact
This year’s Andy Awards ceremony recognized six individuals and one team for their commitment to overall excellence, their unwavering support for students, their creativity, spirit and teamwork, and their dedication to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment.
Lackner Built a Winning Football Family at Carnegie Mellon
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Lackner Built a Winning Football Family at Carnegie Mellon
After 36 years as head football coach, Rich Lackner leaves a legacy that goes far beyond wins and championships.
Blair’s Problem-Solving Vision Created CMU’s Information Security Office
Monday, October 18, 2021
Blair’s Problem-Solving Vision Created CMU’s Information Security Office
Mary Ann Blair doesn’t wear a badge or a police uniform, but CMU's chief cyber cop protects and serves the Carnegie Mellon University community.
Politics, a New Field of Dreams for Brink to Follow
Wednesday, August 04, 2021
Politics, a New Field of Dreams for Brink to Follow
A former Pittsburgh Pirates beat writer for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Bill Brink is a communications specialist for Carnegie Mellon’s Institute for Politics and Strategy.
For Students with Disabilities, Getchell Works to Level the Playing Field
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
For Students with Disabilities, Getchell Works to Level the Playing Field
Catherine Getchell empowers people with disabilities to do things they, or others, didn't think they could do.
CMU’s Aldrich to Coach in Tokyo Olympic Games
Wednesday, July 14, 2021
CMU’s Aldrich to Coach in Tokyo Olympic Games
Gary Aldrich, the first from CMU ever to coach in the Olympics, will guide the U.S. men’s team in the shot put, discus, hammer and javelin.
Riley Is a Champion for CMU’s LGBTQIA+ Community
Monday, June 14, 2021
Riley Is a Champion for CMU’s LGBTQIA+ Community
Noah Riley is standing a little taller these days. Pride Month, the worldwide celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community every June, lifts him up and makes him proud.
CMU’s Contact Tracing Team Is a Network Production
Sunday, April 11, 2021
CMU’s Contact Tracing Team Is a Network Production
This team is answering the call by making the call — thousands of them.
Schweyer Keeps Things Moving at Traffic21
Monday, April 05, 2021
Schweyer Keeps Things Moving at Traffic21
Lisa Kay Schweyer is program manager for the Traffic21 Institute, where CMU researchers work across disciplines to design, test, deploy and evaluate technology-based transportation solutions.
Mesco Finds It All in the Archives
Monday, March 15, 2021
Mesco Finds It All in the Archives
Anne Marie Mesco has built a career around guiding libraries into a digital future.
Testing Managers Put Tartans First
Monday, March 01, 2021
Testing Managers Put Tartans First
It’s more than a job to pay the bills. For three new Tartan Testing program managers, it’s an opportunity to help a community.
Chickering Cares, and It Shows
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Chickering Cares, and It Shows
David Chickering may have some tips for Ted Danson as he tackles the lead role in his new TV series “Mr. Mayor.”
Centor Leads Athletics Through the Pandemic
Monday, February 01, 2021
Centor Leads Athletics Through the Pandemic
Director of Athletics Josh Centor is heartbroken, but his silver linings playbook leaves him grateful, hopeful and even inspired.
Letronne Feels Fulfilled Directing New Tartan Testing Lab
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Letronne Feels Fulfilled Directing New Tartan Testing Lab
The pandemic, Carnegie Mellon and a friendship have given Florent “Flo” Letronne the chance of a lifetime.
Lamb Presses On With Book Publishing
Wednesday, December 09, 2020
Lamb Presses On With Book Publishing
Cynthia Lamb edits and proofreads the books published by the Carnegie Mellon University Press.
Andy Awards Salute CMU Staff for Their Exceptional Efforts
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Andy Awards Salute CMU Staff for Their Exceptional Efforts
The 26th Annual Andy Awards paid tribute to seven individuals and one team for their outstanding contributions to the university in a virtual ceremony on Monday.
Travaglia's Goats Take Yoga to Next Level
Tuesday, October 06, 2020
Travaglia's Goats Take Yoga to Next Level
CMU mason Bradley Travaglia shares peace of mind — and his goat farm — with yoga enthusiasts.
Ribarchak Retires with Rave Reviews
Tuesday, September 01, 2020
Ribarchak Retires with Rave Reviews
Cathy Ribarchak is retiring after 30 years, leaving a distinctive legacy of dedication and service to students, faculty and staff.
Royal Retirements: Tademy, Witchner Helped Build a Better CMU
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Royal Retirements: Tademy, Witchner Helped Build a Better CMU
With little fanfare under the cloud of COVID-19, Everett Tademy and Anne Witchner have retired, leaving profound and endearing legacies that have helped shape the university for more than four decades.
FMCS Duo Manages CMU’s Deep-Cleaning Efforts
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
FMCS Duo Manages CMU’s Deep-Cleaning Efforts
Charity Anderson and Dawn Roerink are overseeing an aggressive campus-wide deep-cleaning effort that will extend through the fall.
Desire to Serve Students Sends Zingle Packing
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Desire to Serve Students Sends Zingle Packing
Donning a face mask and armed with a packing tape dispenser, Shari Zingle ventured out of her home office to tackle a project in her comfort zone.
Chabassol Persists to Become First-Gen College Grad
Monday, May 18, 2020
Chabassol Persists to Become First-Gen College Grad
User interface designer and web developer Steve Chabassol has earned a Bachelor of Humanities and Arts degree in creative writing and music technology.
Cansick Keeps Calm and Carries On for Students
Wednesday, May 06, 2020
Cansick Keeps Calm and Carries On for Students
Perry Cansick is helping to provide a safe, secure and comfortable environment for students who are still on campus.
Danner Builds Connections at Neuroscience Institute
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Danner Builds Connections at Neuroscience Institute
A big part of Christi Danner’s job is being social. Today, it’s being social at a distance.
Waddell Helps CMU Zoom to Online Learning
Monday, April 27, 2020
Waddell Helps CMU Zoom to Online Learning
Stan Waddell knows what teamwork, collaboration and, of course, technology can do.
Mendelson Magnifies Relevance of Sustainable Development
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Mendelson Magnifies Relevance of Sustainable Development
As we start to think about what life will look like post-pandemic, Sarah Mendelson, head of the Heinz College in Washington, D.C., sees enormous opportunities in terms of shifts in public policy.
Dasey-Morales Considers Community Health Her Calling
Wednesday, April 01, 2020
Dasey-Morales Considers Community Health Her Calling
Maureen Dasey-Morales is a firm believer in the potential for positive change.
Lovett Leads CMU’s Unprecedented Move to Remote Education
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Lovett Leads CMU’s Unprecedented Move to Remote Education
Marsha Lovett led a quickly developing university-wide effort to transition more than 4,900 course-sections to remote instruction.
CMU Coach’s Olympic Dream Delayed
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
CMU Coach’s Olympic Dream Delayed
Gary Aldrich must wait until next year to coach for Team USA in Tokyo.
Washington Rallies Support for a More Inclusive Pittsburgh
Monday, March 02, 2020
Washington Rallies Support for a More Inclusive Pittsburgh
Thanks in part to her guest column in the Huffington Post, Sakena Washington is rallying support to help make Pittsburgh a more inclusive and sustainable place for everyone.
Dawson Takes Student Health Care to a Higher Level
Monday, February 24, 2020
Dawson Takes Student Health Care to a Higher Level
Dawson, a 24-year veteran at University Health Services, has been CMU’s comprehensive care and nurse manager for the past decade.
Two MFAs Are SHIFTing the MBA Experience
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Two MFAs Are SHIFTing the MBA Experience
Michelle Stoner and Matthew Stewart are the perfect complement to an MBA curriculum that fosters empathy and self-reflection.
Hiniker Commits to Connecting CMU with Global Goals
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Hiniker Commits to Connecting CMU with Global Goals
Alexandra Hiniker, who sparked a worldwide movement from the Big Apple, has brought her sustainability savvy to the Burgh.
Lacy Energizes Staff Through Engagement
Tuesday, February 04, 2020
Lacy Energizes Staff Through Engagement
Sebastian Lacy combines his passion for education with his HR experience in an advisory role for the Mellon College of Science Dean’s Office.
Camerlengo Helps Students Craft Their Experience at CMU-Q
Tuesday, January 21, 2020
Camerlengo Helps Students Craft Their Experience at CMU-Q
Renee Camerlengo has been a long-time champion of CMU's campus in Qatar.
Rolla Believes in the Power of the Pen
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
Rolla Believes in the Power of the Pen
Maureen Rolla is an administrative coordinator for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Writing Awards program.
Frezzell Inspires Campus To Fit In Fitness in 2020
Tuesday, January 07, 2020
Frezzell Inspires Campus To Fit In Fitness in 2020
Nate Frezzell is fired up and ready to help you set your fitness goals for the New Year.
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