Triple major studies differing resources and utilizes multiple research styles
When Athena Tharenos ’24 first arrived at The College of Wooster, she didn’t consider herself much of an academic, nor did she see a […]
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Independent Study inspirations and their lasting reach take center stage in summer 2024 Wooster magazine
The College of Wooster signature Independent Study capstone program unites Wooster seniors and alumni in an achievement that confers upon them a sense of […]
History alumnus makes global connections in legal field
While he knew that he wanted to be a lawyer as an undergraduate, the time that Jim Maiwurm ’71 spent at The College of […]
Archaeology major draws conclusions about Maya political systems based on excavation on site in Guatemala
Archaeology major Henry McMahon spent the summer before his senior year at The College of Wooster in Guatemala surveying an ancient plaza inside El […]
College of Wooster named a Best Value College for 2024 by The Princeton Review
The College of Wooster has again been named a Best Value College by The Princeton Review. The distinction, based on academics, affordability, and career preparation, […]
Anthropology major explores cultural heritage preservation of African Americans cemeteries
Troy Johnson ’24 grew up hearing stories from her grandparents about African American cemeteries and their importance beyond being burial sites, and her senior […]
Economics major studies financial inclusion deficits following peer-to-peer lending law
An estimated 4.5% of U.S. households (approximately 5.9 million people) were “unbanked” in 2021 meaning they didn’t have a checking or savings account at […]
Biology major studies spinal muscular atrophy in search for a cure
On an educational path to become a physician, Andrew Armile ’24 wanted to learn more about spinal muscular atrophy, a genetic disorder that causes […]
Economics major investigates ecotourism through gender-equity lens
A 2023 TREK trip to Costa Rica with faculty and students from The College of Wooster inspired economics major Trinity Harmon ’24 to investigate […]
Environmental geoscience major combines two passions for senior research
Virginia native Corey Knauf ’24 has played the game of baseball for nearly his entire life. Just like a pitcher comes set for each […]
Research into Japanese folklore evolution gratifying for student-designed major
Mia Mann ’24 came to The College of Wooster with an interest in multiple majors; anthropology, East Asian studies, and history all appealed to […]
Wooster alumnus finds rewarding career in theatre education
Bob Hetherington ’74 came to The College of Wooster planning to major in history and attend law school, but a junior year detour with […]
Student-designed major investigates importance of physical activity for people with Down syndrome
Ciara Herbert ’24, a student-designed major in physical therapy at The College of Wooster, used her Independent Study to make a case that people […]
Wooster grad selected for two-year Peace Corps service in Africa
Thomas Pitney ’24, a double major in political science and French & Francophone studies at The College of Wooster, has been selected to serve […]
French and art history double major explores how immersive art challenges perceptions
A double major in art history and French & Francophone studies at The College of Wooster, Grace Alexandrowski ’24 found inspiration for her senior […]
Outstanding Scots honored at Wooster’s Reunion Weekend celebration
The College of Wooster honored six alumni with awards at this year’s Outstanding Scots Ceremony on June 8, during the 2024 Reunion Weekend celebration. […]
Anthropology and history major studies effects of incarceration on inmates’ grief
As an anthropology and history major at The College of Wooster, Anna Walsh ’24, became interested in how inmates experience grief while they are […]
Psychology alumnus explores little-known psychological phenomenon in new book highlighted in TIME magazine
Michael Bernstein ’11 has dedicated his career to understanding how subconscious expectations can impact health. For example, many people are familiar with the placebo […]
Communication sciences and disorders major explores alternative approaches to support patients
Aspiring speech-language pathologist Sabrina Azad ’24 wanted to focus her Independent Study research on understanding how to support patients with brain diseases that can […]
Business economics alumnus contracts with Olympics to provide hospitality services for 2024 Summer Games
Kevin Friedman ’09 transferred to The College of Wooster at the start of his sophomore year after his former high school football coach—a Wooster […]