Students Stand up for the ‘Little Guys’ by Researching Land Snails
Kalamazoo College students Emily Haigh and Georgios Gkolois teamed up this summer to research what can be done to preserve some varieties of land snails.
Student Openly Shares Her Research to Tackle Chagas Disease
When scientists perform research, what they discover is often proprietary. Erin Somsel ’24, however, would rather share her research with the world.
Biology Department Incorporates New Microscope into Research, Teaching
A microscope acquired in spring 2023 using grant funds is opening new opportunities for research and teaching in the Kalamazoo College biology department.
Heyl Scholarship, K Empower Student’s Mix of Science, Art
Jordyn Wilson ’24, a Heyl scholarship recipient, balances her science pursuits with art thanks in part to her new student organization, Art and Soul.
K Announces Lucasse, Ambrose Recipients
Two Kalamazoo College employees have earned the Lucasse award and the Ambrose Prize, two of the highest awards the College bestows on its employees.
K Faculty Present at Global Pragmatics Seminar
Professors and grad students from about 70 countries heard from two Kalamazoo College faculty members at a global pragmatics seminar in July in Belgium.
New Star Wars Religion Class Fills with Hyperspace-Like Speed
Some Kalamazoo College students will learn the ways of the Force this fall in a new Star Wars-themed class that examines religion’s role in the franchise.
Black Philanthropy Month: Erran Briggs ’14 Practices Love in Action
Although he doesn’t think of himself as a philanthropist, Erran Briggs ’14 embodies the 2023 theme of Black Philanthropy Month, Love in Action.
College Raptor Rates K a Hidden Gem
College Raptor says K is one of 15 small schools to qualify as a Hidden Gem in the Great Lakes region of Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, Illinois and Indiana.
Sister Pie Bakery Owner to Speak at Convocation
Lisa Ludwinski ’06, owner of Detroit’s nationally recognized Sister Pie bakery, will deliver the keynote at K’s 2023 Convocation at 3 p.m. September 7.
‘Tandem’ Tussles with Hit-and-Run Cover-Up
A drunken driving crash he heard about years ago seeded the plot that grew into Professor of English Andy Mozina’s “Tandem,” a novel due out this fall.
Premier League Duties Thrill Sports Medicine Physician, K Alumna
Cleveland Clinic Sports Medicine Physician Kelly Estes ’05 worked as Fulham FC’s physician during the Premier League’s East Coast tour this summer.