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.
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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.”
Humble Beginning, Grand Design
“Then she experienced what she later called “the shock of my life.” A voice startled her with these words, ‘I want you in Coopersville, Michigan.'”
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