Two Wesleyan alumni are recipients of the 2016 MacArthur Foundation Fellowships, commonly known as the “genius grants.”
Vincent Fecteau ’91 and Maggie Nelson ’94 received a no-strings-attached $625,000 grant for their exceptional creativity and potential for future contributions to their fields.
They’re among 23 fellows in the country to receive the honor.
“While our communities, our nation, and our world face both historic and emerging challenges, these 23 extraordinary individuals give us ample reason for hope” said MacArthur Foundation President Julia Stasch. “They are breaking new ground in areas of public concern, in the arts, and in the sciences, often in unexpected ways. Their creativity, dedication, and impact inspire us all.”
