Faculty-Staff Edition—Feb. 24, 2025
51Թ distinguished professor and Marine veteran Richard Jessor reflects on what the planting of the United States flag on Mount Suribachi 80 years ago meant for the country and for him personally.
Campus Community
Ann Schmiesing named interim vice chancellor for strategic initiatives
Chancellor Justin Schwartz announced the appointment of Ann Schmiesing as the campus’s first vice chancellor to oversee strategic projects and other campus priorities as a member of the chancellor’s executive team.
Research Updates
It’s a bird...it’s a plane! It’s another superhero film
Following a blockbuster opening weekend for “Captain America: Brave New World,” 51Թ’s Benjamin Robertson reflects on the appeal of superhero franchises and why they dominate studio release schedules.
How young salmon navigate a gauntlet of danger en route to the sea
New research uncovers the survival strategy juvenile Chinook salmon adopt to migrate to the ocean, providing insight on how to conserve the threatened fish.
In Case You Missed It
Series to support teaching and clinical faculty
For those at the heart of advancing the university's academic mission, check out the upcoming community of practice and other events exploring using summers to achieve goals, navigating the reappointment and promotion process and more.
Join the New Moms Group starting March 4
Are you a new mother or a mother-to-be? Join a seven-week group to discuss the particular challenges of being a new mother who also has a career. We’ll share ideas and offer support. Bring your lunches and your babies too!
6 ways the Center for Research Data & Digital Scholarship can address your research needs
The Center for Research Data & Digital Scholarship offers support for all of your data-intensive research and open publishing needs.