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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.

Student leaders honored

May 6, 2013

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

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 will partner with the Milton Public Library to host the first show at the library’s new gallery.

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.

'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.

SBDC networking event May 2

March 28, 2013

The Bucknell SBDC will host the networking event, "Borrower-Lender Matchmaking," Thursday, May 2, from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Col. John Kelly Room of the Country Cupboard in Lewisburg.

A very good day

March 28, 2013

Claire Vaye Watkins, author and assistant professor of English, recently won two literary awards on the same day

McCallum recognized by Library of Congress

March 26, 2013

Professor Shara McCallum is one of two poets to receive the Witter Bynner Fellowship

J.A.M.: Jazz Appreciation Month

March 25, 2013

Jazz Appreciation Month will be celebrated at Bucknell University with several jazz events on campus and in the community.

Pocket orthopedist

March 22, 2013

A group of students and a local doctor have put treatments for certain foot and ankle pains in the palm of your hand.

Bucknell Athletics Spring Reception Tour

March 22, 2013

Date: 3/22/2013

Bucknell Athletics Spring Reception Tour featuring President Emeritus Gary Sojka.  Receptions in May in Baltimore, New York City, Ocean/Monmouth, New Jersey, Boston, Connecticut, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia.  Click here for more information and/or to register.

Fundraiser - TC Maslin '05 and Family

March 22, 2013

Date: 3/22/2013
On August 17, 2012, Thomas "TC" Maslin '05 was assaulted and robbed in the Capitol Hill neighborhood on his way home from an outing with friends.  He was left in critical condition, unable to walk or talk.  TC has made tremendous progress in his recovery with the su more»

'An Evening with Gabby Douglas' April 2

March 21, 2013

Olympic gold medalist Gabrielle "Gabby" Douglas will speak April 2 at 7 p.m. in the Weis Center. The talk, sponsored by the Student Lectureship Committee, is free and open to the public as seating permits.

Ask the Experts: Reforming entitlement programs

March 18, 2013

Provost Mick Smyer, recently appointed to the National Academy of Social Insurances, looks at the fiscal health of entitlement programs, and how they can be saved.

Men's Bball headed to the Big Dance in Kentucky

March 18, 2013

Date: 3/18/2013
Bison men's hoops will play No. 6-seed the Butler Bulldogs on Thursday, March 21, at 12:40 p.m. more»

Men's Bball headed to the Big Dance in Kentucky

March 18, 2013

Date: 3/18/2013
Bison men's hoops will play No. 6-seed the Butler Bulldogs on Thursday, March 21, at 12:40 p.m. more»

BUEC Green Screens film April 2: 'Black Gold'

March 15, 2013

The BUEC's spring Green Screens documentary film series continues with a showing of "Black Gold" on April 2 at 7:30 p.m. in the Campus Theatre in Lewisburg. It will be preceded by a coffee and chocolate tasting reception.

Basketball and beyond

March 13, 2013

One of the University’s most celebrated student-athletes reflects on the lessons he’s learned on and off the court.

Lewisburg Community Garden applications available

March 12, 2013

Applications are being accepted for plot rentals in the Lewisburg Community Garden. Multiple plot sizes are available for a flat fee of $20 for the season.

We Do Tour Slideshow: Pittsburgh

March 11, 2013

See highlights of Bucknell's national WE DO Tour stop in Pittsburgh.

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue in Commencement Concert May 17

March 8, 2013

New Orleans-based jazz fusion band Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue will perform May 17 at 7 p.m. in the Weis Center for the Performing Arts as part of Bucknell University's 163rd Commencement Weekend.

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