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An Out-of-This-World Way to Think

Assistant Professor of Chemistry Olivia Harper Wilkins '15 looks to the chemistry of space to help explain what we're all doing here.

Dickinson Research Takes Spotlight on NBC’s New Show ‘The Americas’

The series, narrated by Tom Hanks, will feature Professor of Biology Scott Boback's rattlesnake research in the March 2 episode, 'The Wild West.'

Our Place in the Universe

Associate Professor of Physics & Astronomy Catrina Hamilton-Drager looks to the stars for the next groundbreaking discovery.

Inspired Pairings: Near at Hand Presents Fresh Views of Faculty Work

Art history majors chose a dizzying array of objects—from Neolithic tool fragments to Warhol prints—to show side by side with faculty artworks. Their pairings create fresh new takes on faculty art.

Who We Are and What We Can Be

Professor of Art History Melinda Schlitt finds a "cosmos of culture" in art, and she strives to ensure that her students experience it too.

Feeling Machines & the (Possible) Future of Healthcare

Associate Professor of East Asian Studies Shawn Bender explores Japan, robots and where they intersect in eldercare and beyond.

Positive Trajectories for All

Assistant Professor of Psychology Paula Yust studies friendship and finds fertile ground in her home environment.

Running Strong Together: Run for Steph Continues to Inspire

“While Stephanie’s intended career in nursing was not realized, her story has undoubtedly saved lives.” Learn the origins of Dickinson's Run for Steph tradition and the alumna who inspired it all.

Total Recall

Assistant Professor of Psychology Azriel Grysman studies memory, and it's just as interesting and complex as you might think.

Project RattleCam: Livestream of a Roiling Rattlesnake Den

Professor of Biology Scott Boback remotely studies rattlesnake sites in California and Colorado, sharing the experience with the world.

Kudos (Summer 2024)

Check out the latest news and accolades for our impressive faculty and staff.

Dickinson Announces New Clarke Forum Directors

For the first time in its 30-year history, the Clarke Forum will be led by two directors, Professor of Art Anthony Cervino and Associate Professor of German Antje Pfannkuchen.

AI and the Academic Landscape

Eleven faculty members representing an array of departments offer insight into the AI revolution and how this emerging technology will reshape their discipline—for better or worse.

Dickinson College Faculty Selects English Professor for Highest Teaching Honor

The college’s faculty has honored Professor of English Claire Seiler with this year’s Dickinson Award for Distinguished Teaching.

Checkmating the Data Deluge

Assistant Professor of Data Analytics Eren Bilen taps the data revolution and online chess players to study behavioral economics.

Enlivening the Present Moment

Assistant Professor of History Say Burgin uses the past as a lens to examine who we are and who we'll become.

Class of 2024 Selects Biology Professor for Annual Inspirational Teaching Award

The Dickinson class of 2024 has honored Associate Professor of Biology Tiffany Frey with the annual Constance & Rose Ganoe Memorial Award for Inspirational Teaching.

Dickinson Professor Earns Coveted Guggenheim Fellowship

“I was so excited when I read the email, I think I let out a yelp.” Amy Wlodarski was named a Guggenheim Fellow and 'cultural visionary' for trailblazing work in Jewish music during and after WWII.

Building a Stronger Community Together

Calling all faculty and staff! Dickinson's Inclusive Pedagogy and IDEAL grants support good ideas for furthering our work toward building learning and working environments where everyone can thrive.

The Vast Bounty of Literature and Film and Media

Associate Professor of English Siobhan Phillips brings her students into the literary fold and impresses upon them the importance of staying there forever.