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Graduate Story: Alexis Newton '17

A desire to give back to her community drives Alexis Newton '17 as she begins her career as a cardiothoracic surgery physician associate.

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Inside the Lab: Summer Cancer Research at Dickinson

With Associate Professor of Biology Mike Roberts, students study a challenging form of cancer.

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The Lab Visit That Inspired a Legacy

Judy Guss-Nelson was an NIH scientist in an era when far fewer women entered the field. Inspired by her daughter’s lab, she quietly made a gift to support hands-on science education at Dickinson.

A timber rattlesnake lays in a coil next to a rock on a bed of fallen leaves.

Dickinson Researchers Bring Timber Rattlesnakes to a Screen Near You

A new livestream camera is giving the public an unprecedented look at one of Pennsylvania's most misunderstood residents, the timber rattlesnake.

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Biology Major Jobs and Graduate School Acceptances 2026

From grad and nursing school to medical research, biology grads launch into the wider world.

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Alums' Unique Practice Blazes a New Path in Rural Health Care

A unique medical practice, led by this husband-and-wife team, offers at-home care to humans and livestock living in and near the Navajo Nation. It closes a vital care gap in remote, rural communities.

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Time for What Matters Most

It’s not easy to balance rigorous academics with sports, music lessons and orchestra. But Eddy Chow ’27, an aspiring physical therapist, is crushing it—without sacrificing his chance to study abroad.

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Hands-on, Heart-Centered Education

Bridget McMurrer (psychology) thrives on Dickinson’s people-first culture, and the hands-on learning, supportive professors and meaningful connections that define it.

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Helping Creatures Great and Small

From identifying dolphins in the Adriatic Sea, to researching snakes and caring for wild animals and birds, Molly Butts ’27 (biology) prepares for veterinary school in hands-on ways.

Vince Spinnato '97 (left) hired Julieta Bursztyn '25 for his high-end beauty company, Turnkey Beauty LLC. "She has the right skills for the job. She can do it all!" he says. Photo by Matt Getty.

Formulating the Future of High-End Beauty

A beauty industry pro and a student shared a passion for science, organic skin care and glam. Now these liberal-arts grads work together as “cosmetic chemists to the stars.”

Student-actors performing in the original play "Hidden Stories," lift intriguing objects out of a trunk.

Mermaid Players Find Magic in Hidden Treasures

Forgotten objects in an attic spark memories and magic in the Mermaid Players’ fall play. 'Hidden Stories' runs Friday, Oct. 31, to Sunday, Nov. 2.

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Riding Together Through Teamwork, Competition and Community

Dickinson’s equestrian team builds friendship, skill and community through riding.

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Data-Driven Learning in Action

Students take data analysis into the Dickinson community and beyond.

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Curiosity in Action: Diving Deep into the Natural World

"As a biology major, I can explore ecosystems, study organisms and contribute to solutions to environmental challenges.” Meet Konoka Uematsu ’26.

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Real-World Impact: Dickinson Students’ Healthcare Internships

Discover how Dickinson students are gaining hands-on experience and advancing their medical and research careers through diverse healthcare internships across leading institutions.

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