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New climate research by Dana Royer, professor and chair of earth and environmental sciences, finds that current carbon dioxide levels are unprecedented in human history and, if they continue on this trajectory "the atmosphere could reach a state unseen in 50 million years" by mid-century, according to an article in Salon. The carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere today are ones that likely haven’t been reached in 3 million years. But if human activities keep committing carbon dioxide to the atmosphere at current rates, scientists will have to look a lot deeper into the past for a similar period. The…

Anjali Tamhankar, associate director of human resources, received a Cardinal Achievement Award for her efforts in demonstrating extraordinary initiative in performing a specific task associated with her work at Wesleyan University. This special honor comes with a $250 award and reflects the university’s gratitude for her efforts.

Sara MacSorley, director of the Green Street Teaching and Learning Center, is the author of Super Cool Scientists, a new coloring book celebrating women in science. It features stories and illustrations of 22 women in science and technology careers. Highlighting a wide range of diversity in scientific field, background, race, and more, it aims to show all young people that science can be for them. The idea for Super Cool Scientists came to MacSorley a little over a year ago, and launched with a successful Kickstarter campaign. “I had been looking for a side project that brought more direct science…

Wesleyan is known for its top-notch writing programs and for the accomplishments of its community of award-winning alumni, faculty, students and staff book authors, editors and translators. Members of the Wesleyan community—alumni, faculty, students and staff—are invited to submit their latest books, as well as information about forthcoming and recently signed titles, and other literary news, to Laurie Kenney, books editor for Wesleyan magazine. Books and information received will be considered for possible coverage in Wesleyan magazine, on the News @ Wes blog and through Wesleyan’s social media channels, as well as through possible in-store display and event opportunities at Wesleyan’s new bookstore—Wesleyan RJ…

The following employees received Cardinal Achievement Awards for their efforts in demonstrating extraordinary initiative in performing a specific task associated with their work at Wesleyan University. This special honor comes with a $250 award and reflects the university’s gratitude for their extra efforts: Deana Hutson, director of special events, University Relations Meghan Sullivan, associate director of alumni and parent relations, University Relations Marianne Calnen, associate director of gift planning, University Relations Elizabeth Watrous, administrative assistant, University Relations

This fall, Wesleyan students and staff took part in the Middletown Community Thanksgiving Project, an annual collaborative effort to provide Thanksgiving meals for families in need. Wesleyan was one of 70 community partners for the project, led by Fellowship Church in Middletown.

Laura Patey, associate dean for student academic resources, was featured in the newest book of the series, A Peace of My Mind: American Stories, by award-winning photographer and author, John Noltner. In his book, Noltner drove 40,000 miles across the country to ask people the simple question, “What does peace mean to you?” This resulted in the stories of “58 people from diverse backgrounds, who share stories of hope, redemption, and forgiveness, paired with compelling color portraits.” Patey’s personal story highlights the peace she has finally found with embracing her own identity, with a focus on her experience adopting her…

The Office of Human Resources hosted its annual Employee Service Recognition Luncheon Oct. 18 in Beckham Hall. All employees who are celebrating their 20th, 25th, 30th and 35th year working at Wesleyan were honored at the lunch by President Michael Roth. The event concluded with a celebratory cake-cutting and a Wesleyan and world trivia game. Those recognized included: Catherine Race, Psychology Department, 35 years; Simon Bostick, Public Safety, 35 years; Edward Manter, Physical Plant - Facilities, 35 years; Sandra Frimel, Health Services, 30 years; Chuth Prith, Physical Plant - Facilities, 30 years; Dawn Astin Lowe, University Relations, 30 years; and Paul DiSanto, University Relations, 30 years. Also Meg Zocco, University…

Wesleyan’s Transportation Services Department announces the addition of a new 14-passenger bus to the Wesleyan RIDE system fleet. The RIDE is a free shuttle service with 17 stops around campus. The department also provides a free off-campus grocery shuttle service to Price Chopper and Aldi on Sunday afternoons. “Adding this bus to the RIDE program will allow us to move more people, more efficiently, and more comfortably," said Joe Martocci, transportation services manager. The RIDE shuttles are available seven nights a week, and Martocci says volume picks up on the weekends. “We move over 500 students every weekend. The idea…

On June 1, the Office of Human Resources hosted an Ice Cream Social for faculty, staff and employed students to provide an opportunity for employees to mingle and celebrate the end of spring semester. As part of the day's activities, employees were invited to create a tie-dye t-shirt. On Aug. 10, Human Resources invited the tie-dye shirt makers to gather at Usdan's Huss Courtyard for a brief meeting and photo opportunity. "We thought this would be a fun way for employees to show off their 'art work' to the Wesleyan community," said Julia Hicks, co-director of Human Resources. "It's a…

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The following employees received Cardinal Achievement Awards in April, May and June for their efforts in demonstrating extraordinary initiative in performing a specific task associated with their work at Wesleyan University. This special honor comes with a $250 award and reflects the university’s gratitude for their extra efforts: Liliana Carrasquillo-Vasquez, area coordinator, Residential Life Olivia Drake, editor and campus photographer, University Communications Terry Emmons, accounting specialist, Chemistry Department James Huerta, senior assistant dean, Admission Office Elizabeth Mainella, serials administrator, Olin Library Jeffrey McDonald, assistant football coach, Physical Education Emily Pagano, area coordinator, Residential Life Paul Turenne, senior associate registrar, Registrar's…

Royer Finds Climate Could Soon Hit a State Unseen in 50 Million Years

Tamhankar Honored with Cardinal Achievement Award

MacSorley Authors New Coloring Book Celebrating Women in Science

Wesleyan Editors Call for New Books by Alumni, Faculty, Students, Staff

Hutson, Sullivan, Calnen, Watrous Honored with Cardinal Achievement Awards

Wesleyan Students, Staff Participate in Middletown Community Thanksgiving Project

Patey Featured in A Peace of My Mind, a New Collection of Stories

Employees Recognized for Service to Wesleyan

Transportation Services’ New 14-Passenger Bus Moves Students More Efficiently

Employees Sport Tie-Dye T-Shirts at Wesleyan

Green Team Hosts Mini-Bin Workshop

Employees Receive Cardinal Achievement Awards