Connection revealed between epic poetry and toppling of confederate monuments
In his research on classical history and literature, Dante King finds relating the work to modern-day circumstances to be one of the most exciting […]
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Perceiving artifacts from multiple lenses enhances meaning
For students with multiple majors like Jonas Short, Independent Study can act as an opportunity to combine multiple interests in a project they’re truly […]
Neuroscience alumna pursues medical social work career
Wooster’s health coach program provided introduction to palliative care
Alumna specializes in adult psychology consultation at Cleveland hospital
Clare Mitchell ’06 touts opportunity to explore various interests at Wooster
Jimmy Noriega’s Women of Ciudad Juárez to be staged in Mexico
Theatre professor’s production will tour to three cities for play’s anniversary
Environmental Studies professor collaborates with local lavender farm on joint research project
This summer Carlo Moreno, assistant professor of environmental studies at The College of Wooster, is teaming up with Jim and Amy Duxbury, owners of […]
Jimmy Noriega elected president of the American Society for Theatre Research
Theatre and dance professor focuses on the society’s transition from the pandemic
Interviews reveal Latinx perception of BLM movement
When Natalia Parra ’21 decided to be a part of the Black Lives Matter (BLM) protests in Atlanta after the death of George Floyd […]
Intersecting interests in biology and religious studies inspire examination of how consumption affects success
Combining biology and religious studies, two fields that would seem to be at odds with each other, into one Independent Study project as a […]
Analyzing the Other Race Effect through I.S. research
Maresa Taté spent her senior year studying the Other Race Effect, which is the tendency for people to more accurately recognize faces within their race, rather than outside of their race. Taté focused her research on how external features and hair alterations affect this perception. Taté was able to develop a plan with her faculty mentor that met her needs specifically.
I.S. explores the impact of queer identity on Central American family life
For his Independent Study, Cesar Lopez sought to answer the question of how queer Central Americans go about reimagining new familial units and negotiate meaning in new relationships when they are confronted with the need to reconstruct a family. The sociology major interviewed several people who identify as queer and/or Central American to learn more about how they experience family life in the U.S. and how they actively engage in family construction or homebuilding for themselves.
I.S. analyzes youth suicide prevention techniques in New Zealand
Using topics close to her heart to drive research, Olivia Proe’s Independent Study focused on government suicide prevention initiatives aimed at youth in New Zealand. New Zealand has one of the highest youth suicide rates in the world, despite being ranked one of the happiest countries, so Proe set out to discover why that is and if the government does anything to address the issue.
Mathematics and art come together in this I.S. about artificial intelligence
Alayt Issak, a mathematics major with a minor in studio art, wanted to combine her lifelong interest in art with the intrigue that arose around artificial intelligence (AI) after watching a talk given by a research engineer in Machine Learning.
A message from The College of Wooster Special Committee
The following message was sent to the Wooster community June 17, 2021, from the Special Committee appointed by the Chair of the Board of […]
Hasan Jeffries to Present During Juneteenth Recognition
The College of Wooster will host a virtual discussion on Thursday, Jun. 17, at 7 p.m. as part of its Juneteenth celebration. The event […]
Wooster Alumnus recognized for contributions to Brunswick community
Wooster history Alumnus Grant Relic ’75, who passed away in August at the age of 66, will receive the Al Thomas Award at the […]