Science Writing Award
Journalist Lois Parshley ’11 has been recognized by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine for her reporting on the intersection of science, politics, and community in Alaska.
Stories
-
Visionary New Yorker
Rana Abdelhamid ’15 has won a David Prize as the founder of an anti-violence organization and community center in Queens, New York.
California’s New Climate Chief
Recently, Lauren Sanchez ’11 was sworn in as the chair of the California Air Resources Board by Governor Gavin Newsom.
Treasure in Trash
Tik Root ’12 reports on Grist.org on a new study that found that the U.S. discards critical minerals in mine waste every year, including enough lithium to power 10 million electric vehicles.
Psychology of Voter Preferences
A new research paper by Mohamed A. Hussein ’17 looks at the psychological factors behind voters’ overall preferences for more extreme political candidates.
A Good Idea at the Time
After two children and more than a decade since her college racing days, Keely Levins ’13 decided to sign up for a biathlon.
Sports for Social Change
A Lesotho-based education and development nonprofit directed by Motlatsi Nkhahle ’15.5 was honored with the 2025 Laureus Sport for Good Award.
There’s No ‘U’ in ‘Team’
The Wall Street Journal reports on research by Mohamed Hussein ’17 that indicates using inclusive language during difficult conversations can help your message get across more easily.
Energy Transition, Stat!
Pier LaFarge ’10 spoke on the renewable energy sector podcast Factor This! about his outside-the-box approach with utility companies to exponentially increase electricity production.