Internships are supposed to be about learning, acquiring skills and building a professional network, but what does an intern do when the experience falls far short of ideal?
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When conversation fuels a movement
It’s hard to predict a conversation’s path when the talk takes place between professionals who are steeped in a common enterprise passionate about their work. Still, Gayle Stephens ’48, a founder of the Family Medicine Movement, suspected something good would come of a conversation he initiated more than 30 years ago. He was right.
The turtle whisperer’s apprentice
Rucker and his dogs are legendary to conservationists intent on saving North America’s declining population of box turtles . . . And one fortunate student intern got to spend a day with the team.
Remembering Dr. Mac, who cared enough to confront
“Come in, come in!” Bone china teacups, cozy living room, polished woodwork, classical music – Elva McAllaster found dozens of ways to graciously welcome students. Ever observant, she tailored her response to the need – a handwritten note, the gift of a book or poem, a magazine article earmarked “just for you,” a promised prayer. Along with the warmth, however, came her expectation for rigorous scholarship. As one student put it, “She cared enough to confront.”
Keeping the wild in wilderness: The nation celebrates Zahniser’s work
Howard Zahniser, a competitive debater in college, would one day ply his oratory skills on a national stage to champion the Wilderness Act of 1964, a bill he authored.
Beyond Words: Wounded warrior dogs and stories from the front
James Mellick’s Wounded Warrior Dogs exhibit at ArtPrize 2016 brought military veterans, dog lovers and woodworkers out for a look at the moving display that claimed the $200K People’s Choice Award.
Five loaves, two fish, and a start up: The Briner School of Business marks its first six months
The biggest challenge Suzanne Davis will face this week is lack of resources – the same challenge she faced last week and the week before. It turns out that growing a business school on a shoestring is like trying to feed a crowd of 5,000 on five loaves and two fish. Still, a surprising twist brought aboutContinue reading “Five loaves, two fish, and a start up: The Briner School of Business marks its first six months”
Shook by a book
“Shocked.” That’s how Jonathan, recalls his response to the book Radical by David Platt. An equally powerful sequel to that shock came just 14 days later.
Portrait of persistence: 88-year-old graduate finishes what she started decades ago
Don’t be fooled by Katherine Nally’s gentle grandmotherly demeanor and cautious walk with a cane. Her iron will and perseverance pack a powerful punch. Last May, at age 88, the Louisville (KY) resident crossed the commencement stage at Campbellsville University in her hometown to receive her bachelor’s degree. The triumph ended a journey she began nearlyContinue reading “Portrait of persistence: 88-year-old graduate finishes what she started decades ago”
Six weeks in parasites: Student researchers take on tropical foe
“ Nor could a classroom facilitate the level of creativity Ethan and Gabriella demonstrated over the summer as the students studied a common parasite that causes malaria.”
Morris Sampler 