Community & Society
The Interview That Turned Into an Inter-Generational Friendship
51³Ô¹ÏÍø graduate student Lauren Paterson and former teacher Marc Myers were recently featured on WBUR’s ‘Here and Now’ sharing their work together on The Legacy Project.
Aging with Care Through Technology
As a doctoral student of sociology, Adedayo Adeagbo is doing her research on dignity care for aging people using advancements of technology in healthcare. With a specialization in medical sociology, Adeagbo’s thesis is built on the perceptions and attitudes of healthcare workers and the use of robots for caring for older adults.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø Students Make Filing Less Taxing
With the intent of helping members of the community in need of tax assistance, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free income tax preparation services for low-income and elderly taxpayers while giving students real-world experience.
Former 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Staffer Turns 110
Ethelyn VonHelmers Fitzsimmons of Mantua, who served as a secretary for three 51³Ô¹ÏÍø presidents, will celebrate her 110th birthday on May 17.
IN A FLASH: Celebrating Spring 2025 Commencements
It's commencement time at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø! The university will welcomes more than 4,800 new graduates from the spring Class of 2025 in ceremonies on May 8, 9, 10 and 16.
What College Students Should Know About Buying Insurance
Choosing any insurance can be intimidating due to the number of options and types available. Two 51³Ô¹ÏÍø professors with expertise in insurance gave 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Today readers advice on how to navigate the world of insurance with a focus on students.
IN A FLASH: A Memorable Commemoration
The 55-year commemoration of the tragic events of May 4, 1970 at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø included an extensive schedule of presentations, the annual candlelight walk and vigil and the commemoration ceremonies on May 4.
‘It Was Time for Me to Go Home’ – Geography Professor Combed May 4 Oral Histories in Search of Shared Humanity
51³Ô¹ÏÍø Associate Professor of Geography Jennifer Mapes, Ph.D., has studied the events of May 4, 1970, through the lens of a map maker.
IN A FLASH: It's Not Just One Day
Remembering May 4, 1970 at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø is not confined to just the events around the annual commemoration on campus, but is part of living and learning at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø throughout the year.
ToddCast Episode 3: Jerry M. Lewis
Join us on the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø ToddCast as President Todd Diacon revisits a conversation with Professor Emeritus Jerry M. Lewis, Ph.D.