Academic News

Jul 1, 2020

Scholarship Story: J’Nisha Little ’20

J’Nisha Little ’20 shares thoughts as a recipient of a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA) grant to teach English in Uruguay

Jun 22, 2020

Expert Commentary: Am I Racist?

Prof. Angela Bell, who studies how people fail to recognize their own racism, shared her expertise with CNN.

Jun 17, 2020

A Writer’s Goodbye

Prof. Lee Upton reflects on her teaching and writing career.

Jun 17, 2020

Bridging the STEM Gender Gap

Program aims to help students feel a greater sense of belonging, confidence, and motivation in male-dominated fields.

Jun 16, 2020

FAMS Annual Showcase

FAMS students showcase selected works in a range of styles at annual event.

Jun 15, 2020

Returning to Campus

President Byerly outlines College's plan for resuming in-person instruction on campus this fall.

Jun 12, 2020

Quarantine Creativity

Students recreate famous works of art with household items.

Jun 8, 2020

Expert Commentary: High-School Exit Exams Are Tough on Crime

Requiring a high school exit exam may lead to less crime, Prof. Matthew Larsen says

Jun 7, 2020

Vicksburg Takes Laney Prize

Don Miller’s latest book, Vicksburg, earns another literary award.

Jun 3, 2020

Sense of Home Grows Stronger for Esther Flavien ’20

“I just knew this was my community. In particular, the McDonogh Network has made me feel welcome."