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Warfare expert P.W. Singer to speak at Bucknell

June 21, 2013

He will discuss 21st century war and foreign policy as part of the Bucknell Forum series "tech/no."

'Stars, Stripes and Sousa' concert with Penn Central Wind Band July 3

June 18, 2013

The award-winning Penn Central Wind Band concludes the Union County Veterans' Fourth of July festivities with the 15th annual "Stars, Stripes, and Sousa" concert beginning at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3, in Lewisburg's Hufnagle Park. The Lewisburg Area High School Auditorium serves as the rain location.

First-generation stories

June 13, 2013

In new video series and web area, Bucknellians share their experiences, fears and successes as first-generation college students and advise potential first-generation students to “Take the opportunity.”

SBDC to host Social Media summer series

June 11, 2013

The Bucknell SBDC will host a Social Media summer series from June to August with social media consultant Daniel Gasteiger.

SBDC celebrates National Small Business Week

June 10, 2013

The Bucknell University SBDC will join the Small Business Administration in celebrating the 50th Annual National Small Business Week June 17 to 21.

Alumni Stories

June 10, 2013

Date: 6/10/2013
Featured stories from our Bucknell Alumni community, highlighting achievements and celebrations.  'Ray Bucknell!

2013 Alumni Association Awards

June 10, 2013

Date: 6/10/2013
The Bucknell University Alumni Association honored four Award Recipients as part of 2013 Reunion Rally Weekend.  Congratulations to the recipients!

Bridging the gap

June 6, 2013

Student Kerong Kelly was sent to study Arabic in Oman by the U.S. State Department.

Award-winning, NY Times best-selling author Neil Gaiman to speak at Bucknell Oct. 1

June 4, 2013

He will discuss the perils and promises of technology as part of the Bucknell Forum series, "tech/no."

Bucknell helps 1,600 mile fiber optic network stretch across state

May 30, 2013

The just-completed, high-speed Pennsylvania Research and Education Network will provide access to advanced research opportunities for Bucknell students and faculty.

Bucknell honors staff with Geiger and Zeller Awards

May 29, 2013

Six members of the Bucknell University staff were honored recently at the annual staff picnic with the Geiger and Zeller Awards.

Four days of problem solving equals success in international math competition

May 28, 2013

More than 5,000 teams from around the world competed, but few did better than a trio of Bucknellians.

Bucknell professors earn four Fulbrights

May 24, 2013

Awards from the U.S. State Department will fund teaching and research residencies at institutions in Europe and Asia.

Bucknell faculty honored at Commencement

May 20, 2013

Five members of the Bucknell University faculty were honored with awards recognizing their teaching and scholarly accomplishments during the 163rd Commencement ceremonies on Sunday, May 19.

Sunil Gulati to graduates: Find your passion, remember your compassion

May 19, 2013

The president of the United States Soccer Federation addressed the Class of 2013 at Bucknell’s 163rd Commencement.

More than 900 graduate from Bucknell May 19

May 16, 2013

Thousands of family members and friends will be on hand to celebrate the Class of 2013 at Bucknell University’s 163rd Commencement.

A Bucknell legacy continues

May 15, 2013

Inspired by her grandmother's time at Bucknell 70 years ago, Beth Eanelli will deliver the student address during the University's 163rd Commencement.

The sound of a new tradition

May 14, 2013

First-year student Mary Oluokun will sing the National Anthem at Bucknell’s 163rd Commencement.

A family affair

May 13, 2013

After graduating this weekend, Olivia Tomeo will join her father as a Bucknell grad, with her two sisters not far behind.

Bucknell Compliments: An anonymous interview

May 10, 2013

A new Facebook page run by a mystery student features daily accolades for members of the Bucknell community.

Meeting engineering's grand challenges

May 9, 2013

The newest member of the Grand Challenge Scholars Program, Bucknell will develop a program for students to address engineering problems and opportunities of the 21st century.

Botanical Society of America honors Bucknell researchers

May 8, 2013

Three Bucknell undergraduates will use research awards to study plant life from the banks of the Susquehanna River to the wilds of the Australian Outback.

Dinosaur Petting Zoo comes to Lewisburg May 31 and June 1

May 7, 2013

Erth's Dinosaur Petting Zoo will be held May 31 at 5:30 p.m. at Hufnagle Park in Lewisburg and June 1 at 2 p.m. on the lawn across from the Weis Center for the Performing Arts at Bucknell University.

Thousands returning for Reunion May 30-June 2

May 6, 2013

Bucknell University will host Reunion Weekend May 30 to June 2, with thousands of alumni and their families planning to return to the campus.

Student leaders honored

May 6, 2013

Bucknell student leaders were honored recently at the annual Student Leadership Awards presentation.

Bucknell hosting programs and conferences through Aug. 4

May 3, 2013

Bucknell University will host nearly 4,000 visitors participating in about 40 programs beginning May 30 through Aug. 4.

Legacy concert celebrates history and future of dance

May 1, 2013

Watch Dance Program alumni prepare to take the stage at Bucknell's Spring Legacy Dance Concert

Bucknell President John Bravman to stay through 2020

April 30, 2013

Bucknell University President John Bravman has accepted an offer by the Board of Trustees to extend his contract through 2020.

From prisons to Congress, student documentary will have a wide audience

April 30, 2013

Bucknell Film and Media students took their cameras inside federal prisons and courts to examine an offender re-entry program.

One-day giving challenge nets $890K

April 29, 2013

A group of Bucknell alumni put forth the challenge: Raise $100,000 in 24 hours. Bucknellians answered the call, far exceeding expectations.

Paving the way

April 29, 2013

For these students, the real-world experience of working to help extend the Buffalo Valley Rail Trail has been a "once-in-a-lifetime learning opportunity."

Bucknell-Geisinger course offers field experiences in public health

April 26, 2013

Bucknell University Professor of Sociology Carl Milofsky launched a new course this semester that combines classroom learning with internships at local health-related organizations, including nearby Geisinger Medical Center.

Bucknell, Geisinger open autism treatment and research facility

April 26, 2013

The Geisinger-Bucknell Autism and Developmental Medicine Center will serve as a national model for early diagnosis and treatment for children with autism and other developmental disorders.

A sustainable future, beyond environmental concerns

April 25, 2013

A daylong symposium brought together professors and experts from across disciplines to address sustainability and global change

SBDC First Step workshop in Danville May 15

April 24, 2013

The Bucknell SBDC will host a free First Step pre-business workshop May 15 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Service 1st Credit Union in Danville.

Drone touches down on campus

April 23, 2013

IPad-guided drone will demonstrate physics principles inside and outside the classroom.

Samek Gallery branches out

April 22, 2013

Bucknell’s Samek Art Gallery is partnering with the Milton Public Library to host the first show at the library’s new gallery through July 18.

Community Garden plant sale May 4

April 19, 2013

A plant sale will be held May 4 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Lewisburg Community Garden, located at the intersection of St. Anthony Street and Water Street.

Alumna, students, volunteer with local after-school programs

April 19, 2013

Amy Davis, an AmeriCorps volunteer in her second term of service with Bucknell's Office of Civic Engagement, oversees a tutoring program for the children of Essex Place and Meadow View. Bucknell students have been providing homework help at these sites since 2003.

Sowing new life in 'The Grove'

April 17, 2013

Some of the oaks that tower above The Bucknell Grove have stood there for more than 200 years. Now efforts are underway to make sure they survive for centuries more.

Bucknell archives reveal rare photograph of first Chinese American

May 2, 2013

Wong Chin Foo was the University's first Chinese and second international student

Jazz at Bucknell May 1: Gary Thomas and the Jazz Standard

April 15, 2013

Gary Thomas and the Jazz Standard will perform May 1 at 8:30 p.m. in Bucknell Hall. The concert, which is free and open to the public, is part of the ongoing Jazz at Bucknell First Wednesdays series.

Bucknell graduates thrive despite weak job market

April 15, 2013

Despite the slow economic recovery, a new survey shows that the overwhelming majority of Bucknell's Class of 2012 found jobs within nine months of graduating.

Ask the Experts: North Korea's aggression

April 11, 2013

Associate Professor of Political Science and International Relations Zhiqun Zhu tackles the reasons behind North Korea's nuclear sabre-rattling.

New genus of bat identified in South Sudan

April 9, 2013

The rare specimen was discovered by researchers from Bucknell University and Fauna & Flora International while conducting field research with wildlife authorities in South Sudan.

WE DO: The Philadelphia story

April 8, 2013

Bucknellians celebrated in Philadelphia at the latest stop on the University's national WE DO Tour.

Reassessing a diagnosis

April 4, 2013

Professor of Psychology David Evans argues that new genetic evidence should change the way we look at autism and other neurological disorders.

Downtown Art Gallery exhibition through June 20: 'Makeover'

April 2, 2013

The Downtown Art Gallery presents "Makeover", an exhibition of works by California-based artists Elliot Anderson and Bill Domonkos, through June 20.

'Light the Way' earns students a Projects for Peace grant

April 1, 2013

A Bucknell University student group has received a $10,000 Projects for Peace grant from philanthropist Kathryn W. Davis for the project, "Light the Way," which will provide solar-powered lamps to students in rural Ninglang County in China.

Spring Break equals service learning

April 1, 2013

Continuing a tradition begun in 1999, 52 Bucknell students participated in alternative spring break service-learning trips around the world.

TIME cover features alumna rocker

March 29, 2013

Kristen Ellis-Henderson '92 did have that famous rock-star fantasy of being on the cover of "Rolling Stone," but TIME Magazine called first.

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