Also In This Issue
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The Test of Time
No other university in the country integrates the qualities of adaptability, distinctive relational culture and outward-looking focus better than Tulane. Continue Reading
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Maya King’s Tomb Reveals Rare Treasures
An ancient Maya tomb dating back 1,700 years has been discovered by a Tulane archaeologist at the site of Chochkitam in Guatemala. Continue Reading
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Tulane Day at the Capitol
Tulane officials gathered at the Louisiana State Capitol to celebrate Tulane’s contributions to the state and beyond. Continue Reading
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2024 Teaching Awards
Tulane honored dedicated faculty members with university-wide teaching awards during the Unified Commencement Ceremony. Continue Reading
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New Treatment for Lyme Disease
Tulane researchers have identified a promising new approach to treating persistent neurological symptoms associated with Lyme disease. Continue Reading
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Musical robots
Students combine musical and engineering concepts to create musical robots. Continue Reading
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Student-Athletes Who Graduated With Honors
Thanks to the support of Tulane alumnus Don Peters and his wife, Lora, every year Tulane Athletics recognizes student-athletes who graduate with honors. Continue Reading
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$2.91 million for new Center on Climate Change and Urbanism
Tulane has received a gift to propel the School of Architecture’s multidisciplinary efforts in climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies. Continue Reading
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$12.5 million gift in support of data science
Longtime Tulane supporters Libby and Robert Alexander donated more than $12 million to advance a university-wide data science initiative. Continue Reading
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$5 million for Schwartz Family Center for Experiential Business Learning
A $5 million gift from Todd and Gina Schwartz will expand opportunities for students to “learn by doing.” Continue Reading
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Gene and Mary Koss Professorship in Glass
Longtime Tulane Professor Gene Koss, who founded the Newcomb Art Department’s renowned glass program, has established an endowed professorship in glass as a parting gift upon his retirement. Continue Reading
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Impression: Bud Brimberg
As part of a class project, Bud Brimberg created the idea of the New Orleans Heritage and Jazz Festival poster. Soon after, he created the first item in what was to become BayouWear. Continue Reading
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Impression: Alexa Authorlee
As a Tulane undergraduate student, Alexa Authorlee (B ’22) was known for her commitment to student leadership and finding ways to build community. Continue Reading
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Farewell
We say goodbye to Tulanians whose deaths were reported to the university during the past quarter. Continue Reading
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Tribute: Dr. Mitchell Ede
Dr. Mitchell Ede (A&S ’43, M ’45) passed away in October 2023 at the age of 101. Continue Reading