Remembering Butch
The College lost a steadfast fan, community member, friend, and enthusiastic supporter with the passing of Richard “Butch” Varno, who died on October 14.
Stories
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Real Talk from Data Professionals
Explore what data analytics looks like in real-world careers with the latest of the MIDDVantage series offered by the Center for Careers and Internships.
Field Notes in Refugee Resettlement
When Alyssa Serrano MAIPD ’22 starts her career this fall as a program officer at a Washington, D.C.–based resettlement agency, she’ll bring a wealth of firsthand experience.
Innovative Startup Profiles
Brett Perlmutter ’23 and Sam Segal ’23 were profiled in Entrepreneur Magazine for their creation of bulletpitch, a newsletter that highlights promising startups for investors.
How the Internet Came to Middlebury
He saves lives. He brought the Internet to Middlebury. He has a degree in astrophysics. And he loves to fish.
Spanish as an Avenue for Peace
Madeline Doane attended the Spanish immersion program at Middlebury Language Schools this summer as a Kathryn Davis Fellow for Peace.
The Bug Days of Summer
For insect neurobiologist and Middlebury College assistant professor of biology Greg Pask, summer insects are a treasure trove.
The Race Against Polio
Scientist Ross McIntosh has been working to overcome antivaccination beliefs in communities experiencing polio outbreaks in Africa. Fluency in French—gained through a fellowship at the Language Schools—has helped him to overcome vaccine hesitancy.
Overcoming Medical Distrust
As a doctor, Masiray Kamara always knew clear communication was vital. Now she is putting skills gained through a fellowship at the Language Schools to use in her practice to build deeper bonds and help her patients overcome mistrust in the medical system.