Computer science major builds a robotic mouse for an algorithm maze
Computer science major Levi Gainer ’24 has big aspirations to work in robotics or with large language models (computer algorithms that recognize and generate […]
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Erum Haider’s expertise on climate change in Karachi cited in New York Times article
As climate change wreaks havoc across the globe, a July 6 article in The New York Times about the devastating heat crisis in Karachi, […]
College of Wooster ranks among top schools in Ohio and the nation by Niche
The College of Wooster is among the top colleges and universities in Ohio and the nation in academics, diversity, and professors, according to Niche.com’s […]
History professor presents research on motherhood and families in 19th century Brazil at international seminar
Katherine Holt, Aileen Dunham Professor of History and chair of Latin American Studies at The College of Wooster presented her research into motherhood and […]
French and cultural area studies alumna uses skills to teach cultural competency across diverse sectors
Kennedy Schultz ’91 loved that The College of Wooster had a community that was both diverse and tight knit. Coming from a large high […]
Sophomore research project advances accessibility to Austrian philosopher’s writings
A novel collaboration between The College of Wooster and the Ludwig Wittgenstein Project extended the reach of the world-renowned philosopher’s manuscripts by utilizing the […]
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 […]
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 […]