2017 Stories

Wellesley Honors Retiring Administrative Staff

On December 18, Wellesley honored retiring administrative staff and their many contributions to the College, with a cocktail reception in Tishman Commons.

Frances Malino, Wellesley’s Director of Jewish Studies, to Deliver 2018 Distinguished Faculty Lecture

Professor Frances Malino’s 2018 Distinguished Faculty Lecture will cap a series of lectures commemorating the endowment of Wellesley’s first chair in Jewish Studies. The milestone, celebrated on campus nearly 30 years ago, included a panel with Frances Malino, Sophia Moses Robison Professor of Jewish Studies and History; Dale Rogers Marshall (who was dean of the College at the time); and Maud Chaplin, Professor Emerita of Philosophy. 

Harriette Chandler ’59 to Serve as Massachusetts Senate President

Harriette Chandler ’59, the first woman from Worcester, MA to be elected to the Massachusetts State Senate, will serve as its acting President. 

Wellesley Researcher Discusses Responses from the Public and Industry to Workplace Sexual Harassment on News Magazine show, “Chronicle”

Linda M. Williams, Ph.D., told WCVB-TV’s Chronicle that all women are vulnerable to harassment regardless of race and economic status. She is a senior research scientist and director of the Justice and Gender-Based Violence Research Initiative at the Wellesley Centers for Women. 

After CNBC Summer Internships, Rachel Pak ’18 and Anjali Sundaram ’18 Start “WCTV News” on Wellesley College Television

After interning at CNBC last summer, Rachel Pak ’18 and Anjali Sundaram ’18 returned to campus eager to use what they’d learned to benefit their fellow students.

Wellesley’s Carillon Bells Used as a Tool for Teaching and Learning in Physics

A Wellesley physics professor and his students examine the connection between physics and music using the College’s carillon bells. 

Former Vice President Al Gore to Deliver 2018 Wilson Lecture

Former Vice President Al Gore will visit campus on April 25, 2018, to deliver Wellesley’s premier academic lecture.

“Architectural Record” Highlights KieranTimberlake’s Redesign of Pendleton West at Wellesley

Architectural firm KieranTimberlake, which renovated Wellesley’s Houghton Chapel in 2006, recently overhauled Pendleton West. The results are featured in Architectural Record.

Wellesley Students Mix Computer Science, Ideas, and Purpose

Wellesley’s fifth hackathon, aka WHACK, draws 300 college students from more than 50 schools to annual gathering this year. 

New Issue of “Wellesley” Magazine Focuses on the College Community’s Efforts to Protect the Environment

The fall issue of Wellesley, which drops this week, highlights the work alumnae and faculty are doing to preserve and protect the environment.

NPR Reporter Zoë Sobel ’14 Returns to Wellesley to Discuss Past WBUR Internship and Current Work in Alaska

Zoë Sobel ’14 co-hosted a talk with Bill Littlefield, nationally known writer and host of the popular weekly program Only A Game, in Founders Hall.

Spotlight on Freedom Project Fellow Delaram Farzaneh

As a Freedom Project Fellow at Wellesley, Iranian legal scholar Delaram Farzaneh advocates for gender equity in Iran, where women are legally barred from becoming judges.

Wellesley Awarded $1 Million Grant from the Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program

McNair Fellowships will contribute to Wellesley’s ability to help low-income students, first-generation college students, and students from underrepresented minorities pursue graduate study.

On Veterans Day, Wellesley Hosts Ceremony, Remembers College President and Pathbreaking Leader, Naval Captain Mildred McAfee

Wellesley’s ROTC students lead campus ceremony for Veterans Day. Campus recalls 7th president, Mildred McAfee, the first woman to be a commissioned officer in the United States Navy.

Wellesley’s Department of Physical Education, Recreation and Athletics (PERA) Launches a Program to Prepare Varsity Athletes for Roles Beyond Athletics

LeadBLUE, Wellesley’s own athletic leadership academy, focuses on character growth, teamwork, and academics.

Wellesley's Reimagined Career Education Model Posts Wide Gains

At the close of its first year, Wellesley's reimagined career education model presents outstanding results.

Wellesley Faculty Members Use Drones to Enhance Learning

In one of the courses now using drones for certain exercises, Wellesley students work together to guide one through a mission.

The 17th Annual Tanner Conference Highlights Liberal Arts Education Outside the Classroom

At the Tanner Conference, the Wellesley community comes together to learn about the experiences of Wellesley students working in an increasingly diverse and interdependent world.

Faculty Gather in Celebration of a Year's Worth of Scholarship

On October 24, faculty members gathered at the President’s House to celebrate the rich contributions they make in their various fields of study and learn about a new webpage highlighting their work. 

October 25 Marks the 100th Anniversary of the Russian Revolution

On the centennial of the Russian Revolution, Wellesley’s Nina Tumarkin reflects on the day the Bolsheviks seized power. 

Wellesley Celebrates Diwali

The Wellesley community gathered on the evening of October 18 to celebrate Diwali, the Indian-originating Festival of Lights, a major holiday in the Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh, and Jain traditions. 

Pendleton West Reopens as New Collaborative Arts Center

Acclaimed vertical dance company BANDALOOP is among the groups featured at the opening celebration of Pendleton West.

On Campus Safety Day, Wellesley College Police Connect with the Community

Wellesley students will get a chance to ask campus police questions and become familiar with the men and women who keep Wellesley safe.

Wellesley Announces Recipients of the 2017 Alumnae Achievement Awards

Winners of Wellesley’s highest honor are an entrepreneur and social equity activist; an infectious disease specialist; and an artist and cultural critic.

In Celebration of Sukkot, A Sukkah Stands on Wellesley’s Chapel Lawn

The Wellesley community is gathering to share a meal inside the sukkah on Chapel Lawn during the Jewish holiday of Sukkot.

Wellesley Student Co-Launches a Greeting Card Business that Blends Compassion and Coloring

Wellesley student Michelle Yu ’19 is a co-founder of a new venture to help people in emotional pain connect with each other.

Class of 2018 Gathers for Annual Reception at the President’s House

President Paula Johnson hosted the Class of 2018 at her home yesterday for the annual senior class reception.

Unique Plant Blooms Unpredictably and Only at Night

Wellesley’s Queen of the Night cactus, one of the last remaining flowering plants inside the near empty Margaret C. Ferguson Greenhouses, bloomed Thursday night. 

Sigma XI Scientific Research Honor Society Selects Wellesley’s Robbin Chapman as Distinguished Lecturer

Robbin Chapman, Wellesley’s associate provost, has been chosen to serve a two-year term as Sigma Xi Distinguished Lecturer beginning July 1, 2018.

Wellesley Faculty Describe the Legacy of Shirley Chisholm on the 46th Anniversary of Her Historic Decision to Run for President

On the 46th anniversary of Shirley Chisholm’s historic run for the presidency, Wellesley faculty reflect on the significance of her legacy.

Wellesley Celebrates the Official Start of Fall on the Autumnal Equinox

Signs of autumn appear on campus as the season begins.

Wellesley Women Remember a Tennis Match that Symbolized the Ongoing Battle of the Sexes

The Wellesley community reflects on Billie Jean King’s resounding defeat of Bobby Riggs, which has repercussions that are still being felt today, 44 years later.

Japanese Wellesley Student Writes About Her College Experience for “The Japan News”

Kaori Hayashi ’20 describes her Wellesley experience in a Japanese newspaper column featuring reports by Japanese students currently studying abroad.

SBOG presents Lake Day 2017

Lake Day strikes again!

HoloMuse, a Wellesley-Developed App, Brings the Museum into the Classroom

A team of Wellesley women is developing a new tool for virtual learning.

Why the Secret to Success Might Be Mastering Failure

As the first week of fall classes comes to a close, three Wellesley faculty members remind students that missteps and mistakes can ultimately lead to success. 

The Wellesley Community Celebrates an Inspiring Convocation

Faculty, staff, and students came together for convocation on September 5 in the Hay Outdoor Theater. The event marked the official opening of Wellesley’s 143rd academic year.

Museum Installation by Wellesley Music Professor Evokes the Legacy of Writer Sylvia Plath

Glass Heart (Bells for Sylvia Plath), by Jenny Olivia Johnson, associate professor of music, allows visitors at the National Portrait Gallery to experience Plath’s work in an aural and tactile way.

Wellesley’s Muslim Chaplain Speaks with NPR About Summer Program for Young Muslim Campers

Chaplain Amira Quraishi shares her thoughts about Muslim Youth Camp, founded in 1961 by her parents to help Muslims find a sense of community.

Women’s Equality Day Is August 26, Commemorating Women’s Right to Vote

Women’s Equality Day, celebrated on August 26, marks the anniversary of the date the 19th Amendment took effect in 1920, giving women the right to vote.

Wellesley’s Student Leaders Return for a New Year

Leadership training and a special welcome from Wellesley's president and dean of students launch a week of activities for 200 student leaders.

Eyes on the Sky Over Wellesley—and Elsewhere—During Solar Eclipse

Viewers on campus will get to experience a partial solar eclipse.  

Wellesley’s Academic Community Confronts Concerns Raised by Charlottesville Rally

How do we make sense of Charlottesville? Wellesley weighs in.

WGBH Radio’s Callie Crossley Discusses Bilingual Education, Immigration with Wellesley Professor on “Under the Radar”

Irene Mata, associate professor of women’s and gender studies at Wellesley, weighs in on bilingual education and an ICE case on WGBH’s Under the Radar.

Eight Great Wellesley Traditions

As the College prepares to welcome the incoming class of 2021, we share eight traditions that bond and unite Wellesley women.

Wellesley Launches New Online AP Italian Language and Culture Course

Wellesley’s new free, interactive Italian course is designed to help high school students prepare for the Advanced Placement Italian exam. It began August 7, with 3,101 enrollees from all around the world.

Dear Wellesley: Anna Thompson ’18 Checks In from Detroit

Our Summer Postcard Series continues with a note from Anna Thompson ’18, who is in Detroit participating in an American Cities Internship. 

Scientific Research at Wellesley: At Poster Session, Students Tell Their Summer Research Stories

Students celebrate the power and promise of their research at Wellesley’s Summer Research Poster Session.

“The Atlantic” Interviews Wellesley Geosciences Professor about New Findings from the Site of the 2004 Southeast Asia Earthquake and Tsunami

Katrin Monecke, assistant professor of geosciences at Wellesley, calls the discovery of a cave that could lead to predictions of future earthquakes “spectacular.”

Story in Wellesley Magazine Shows How Alumnae Worked Together to Help an Immigrant Family

In “The Opposite of Difficult,” in the magazine’s summer issue, Kate Erickson ’05 describes how she reached out to alumnae, who were happy to support her efforts to help her Syrian neighbors.

Cat Art Occupies a Niche at Wellesley’s Jewett Art Gallery

What does a cultured cat do on its day off? View an art exhibition at Wellesley—one about cats, of course.

Dear Wellesley: Alexandra Beem ’18 and Zoe Matticks ’18 Write to Us from Hanoi, Vietnam

Our 2017 Summer Postcard Series continues with a note from Alexandra Beem ’18 and Zoe Matticks ’18, who are in Hanoi, Vietnam, participating in a Global Citizenship Internship.

Wellesley Women’s and Gender Studies Professor Says New “Doctor Who” Breaks Important New Ground

After 12 men have played Doctor Who, a woman will take the role—a choice a Wellesley professor says has significant implications.

People Observe the Body Differently When Assessing Friends vs. Mates, According to Wellesley Study

When sizing up potential friends and mates, the eyes of men and women move differently, according to new research coauthored by Wellesley's Angela Bahns.

Freedom of Expression Was the Focus When President Paula A. Johnson Led the Independence Day Service at Union Chapel

President Paula Johnson’s remarks at the annual Union Chapel Independence Day service on Martha’s Vineyard focused on the need for a wider perspective on free expression, the Vineyard Gazette reported.

Outdoor Sculptures at Wellesley Invite You to Stop and Contemplate

Stroll the campus and enjoy outdoor art by prominent sculptors.

Wellesley Math Professor Conceives Formulas for Health, Wealth, and Love

WCAI Radio interviews Wellesley Math Professor Oscar Fernandez about his new book, in which he explains how to use simple calculations to become wealthier, healthier, and happier in a relationship.

Botanical Beauties: A Tale of Two Trees

Hidden beauty abounds on Wellesley’s campus, including two Korean Stewartia trees, which bloomed in late June and are still in their full glory. 

This Fourth of July, a Wellesley Political Scientist Recalls the Words of Frederick Douglass

A moving speech by Frederick Douglass is revisited every Independence Day by Laura Grattan, Wellesley associate professor of political science.

June 29 is National Handshake Day

Today marks #NationalHandshakeDay. Though the custom is ages old, the handshake is still one of the most memorable ways that people connect.

Wellesley’s President Speaks at the 2017 Aspen Ideas Festival

At the 2017 Aspen Ideas Festival, President Paula Johnson spoke about expanding colleges’ focus on health and wellness.

Politico Magazine Runs Wellesley Professor’s Op-Ed on Controversial Production of “Julius Caesar”

Wellesley English Professor Yu Jin Ko discussed the controversial Public Theater version of Julius Caesar in Politico. 

The Davis Museum at Wellesley Kicks Off Its Summer Events on June 22

The Davis Museum begins its summer programming on June 22 with a kick-off event that includes a treasure hunt, interactive art activities, story time, and more. Outdoor movies and yoga begin later in the month.

Pendleton West Renovations Continue with New Landscaping

The two-year renovation of Pendleton West nears completion, with landscaping now taking shape. 

Wellesley Professor Talks to USA Today about Discovery that Changed How We Look at Evolution

When a new discovery in human evolution is made, the media turn to Wellesley anthropology professor Adam Van Arsdale to provide insight.

President Paula Johnson Talks to Wellesley Underground about the Many Ways Wellesley Graduates Make a Difference

A Wellesley Underground interview with President Paula Johnson explores the story behind the new #ThisIsLeadership campaign.

Students’ Collage in Pendleton East Shows that Immigration Is Beautiful

Students in Understanding Education through Immigrant Narratives, taught last spring by associate professor Soo Hong, created a public art project to challenge simplistic views of immigration. 

Paper Silhouettes by Amanda Manning ’18 Highlight the Artistry of Running

Last semester, Amanda Manning ’18 created a series of paper silhouettes that challenge the way people view running and other sports. 

Alumnae Enjoy New Activities and Revisit Beloved Traditions at Reunion 2017

Wellesley welcomed more than 1,800 alumnae and 800 guests to campus this past weekend for Reunion 2017. The three-day event brought together graduating classes ending in 7 and 2, from 1937 to 2012. 

Three Wellesley ROTC Cadets, 2017 Graduates, Will March to a Military Beat

Three 2017 Wellesley grads, Anna Page, Hailey Webster, and Caroline Bechtel, have been promoted from ROTC cadets to second lieutenants in the U.S. Army.

The Wellesley Network Grows Stronger with the Launch of The Wellesley Hive

The Wellesley Hive, an online platform that launches May 30, will let students and alumnae easily connect online to access mentors, support, and professional opportunities.

Commencement Day 2017

Congratulations, Class of 2017! We'll be adding images to this photo essay for Commencement 2017 throughout the day.

Inspiring Words from 12 Wellesley Commencement Speakers

As commencement approaches, we share excerpts from 12 memorable graduation speeches given at Wellesley.

Marriage and Motherhood Cited as Major Causes of Gender Pay Gap in Two New Studies Co-Authored by Wellesley College Economist

Sari Kerr, a Wellesley College economist, co-authored two new studies showing that college-educated, married women likely to have children end up making significantly less money than their male counterparts. 

Wellesley Celebrates Faculty and Staff Service and Innovation

The Wellesley community is enriched by the talents, dedication, and service of faculty and of administrative and union staff, many of whom have been honored in recent weeks.

Bloomberg News Features Courtney Coile’s Research on Life Expectancy and Government Benefits

Wealthy Americans are living longer and gaining more benefits from tax-supported entitlements, according to a Wellesley economist's study.

Julie Levison ’98 Uses Video to Encourage HIV Care Adherence Among Latino Immigrants

Julie Levison ’98, a physician-researcher at Massachusetts General Hospital, created a telenovela-style video to encourage HIV care adherence among Latino immigrants.

Camille Bond ’17 Wins Wellesley in Entertainment Screenwriting Competition with “The Sleeping Gods”

Members of the alumnae group Wellesley in Entertainment introduce a Wellesley student to Hollywood as first prize in the group’s new screenwriting contest.

MyinTuition Use Surges Across the Country

The popularity of Wellesley College’s tuition cost estimator tool is on the rise. WGBH's Kirk Carapezza interviewed and photographed the tool's inventor, Wellesley's Phillip B. Levine, for a recent story.

May the Fourth Be With You

As Wellesley approaches reading period and finals, we wish our students the wisdom of the Jedi, the knowledge of C-3PO, the resourcefulness of Rey, and the confidence of Leia.

Campus Event Aims to Change the Face of Medicine and STEM

Wellesley will host the Massachusetts premiere of the groundbreaking documentary Changing the Face of Medicine: Black Women in Medicine. 

FreeStyle Presents the 20th Annual Jam On It Event to Benefit Boston City Lights

Wellesley’s hip-hop troupe, FreeStyle, featured So You Think You Can Dance 6 winner Russell Ferguson and a dozen New England dance groups in Jam On It, a benefit for inner-city performing arts education.

Wellesley Presents the Annual Ruhlman Conference and Launches a New Ruhlman Website

Each spring, the Ruhlman Conference features student presentations on a variety of topics. This year, a website created by Andrea Jackson ’18 will allow users to explore topics and trends in Ruhlman research.

Laurel Wills ’17 Claims the Top (Wet) Prize in the 122nd Wellesley Hooprolling Contest

With support from the Shakespeare Society and steering a hoop bearing a quote from the Bard, Laurel Wills ’17 claims first place in Wellesley’s 122nd senior hooprolling contest.

Wellesley’s Fast, Free Tool to Help Students and Parents Estimate College Costs Goes National

MyinTuition may change how families select colleges, says the New York Times.

Professor Marianne Moore Delivers Wellesley’s 2017 Distinguished Faculty Lecture

In the Distinguished Faculty Lecture, Marianne Moore will illustrate how a multidisciplinary approach is crucial to understanding and conserving the world’s oldest, deepest, and most species-rich freshwater lake.

From Pre-race through the Finish Line, Wellesley Takes Part in the 2017 Boston Marathon

Volunteering, making signs, cheering on runners, or running themselves, Wellesley students and alumnae celebrate Marathon ’17.

President Johnson Speaks on the Pressing Issue of Gender Equality in Women’s Health on National Public Radio

“Women’s health is an equal rights issue as important as equal pay,” President Johnson said in a NPR interview.

Wellesley Campaign Microsite Nominated for Webby Award

The Campaign to Advance the Wellesley Effect microsite is among the top five websites competing for both a Webby Award and the Webby People’s Choice Award in the school and university category.

Wellesley Celebrates NCAA Division III Week and the Impact of Athletes

From April 3 to 9, Wellesley Athletics highlights the impact of athletics and student-athletes on our campus and surrounding communities.

Sociologist William Julius Wilson Delivers the 2017 Wilson Lecture

William Julius Wilson, one of the most influential scholars in the field of urban inequality, will discuss problems associated with the increased income segregation in communities of color since 1970.

Wellesley Faculty Discuss Feminism’s Past, Present, and Future with Media

During Women’s History Month, Four Wellesley Professors Provide Expert Commentary on Feminism

Allston Commissions Wellesley Art Professor to Create Outdoor Mural

David Teng Olsen, assistant professor of art at Wellesley, has completed a 170-foot-long, geometric outdoor mural on Allston’s Western Avenue, titled “Evo.”

Laura Sparks ’97 Named First Female President of Cooper Union

Lessons she learned at Wellesley are helping Laura Sparks ’97 in her new role at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, just as they have helped her at every point in her career. 

Meet the Record-Setting Wellesley College Class of 2021

Wellesley experiences a 17 percent increase in applications for spots in the incoming Green Class of 2021.

“Wushu” Vies for Top Spot in NESN Next Producer

A short film by Tina Xu ’17 on the Chinese sport of wushu was selected as a finalist in New England Sports Network’s Next Producer filmmaking competition.

Accolades for a Three-Time National Champion Student-Athlete and an Athletic Director of the Year

Wellesley Blue honors three-time national diving champion Maura Sticco-Ivins ’18 and Athletic Director of the Year Bridget Belgiovine.

Art Professor Calls for Met to Appoint a Female Director in New York Times Op-Ed

A Times op-ed by Liza Oliver, assistant professor of art, argues for more women leaders in the art world.

The Albright Institute Introduces The Spoke

The Albright Institute Faculty Scholar Initiative has created a blog to provide a new pathway to public engagement in local, national, and global discourse.

Wellesley Faculty Engages Community in Discussions on Immigration and Politics

Faculty from a variety of departments address current events and the political climate in discussions with the Wellesley community.

Second Annual Fresh Check Day Promotes Mental Health Awareness in a Fun, Vibrant Way

Wellesley’s second annual Fresh Check Day will feature interactive booths, a petting zoo, and other fun activities.

Wellesley’s Campus Community Gathers to Hear Hillary Rodham Clinton ’69 in Conversation with President Paula Johnson

Hillary Rodham Clinton ’69 and President Paula Johnson share lively conversation and a Q&A session with the Wellesley community.

Three Wellesley Alumnae Named to Forbes 30 Under 30 Lists

Charlotte Kiang ’13, Zsofia Schweger ’12, and Sara Minkara ’11 have been named to Forbes’ 30 Under 30 lists for enterprise technology, the arts, and social entrepreneurs, respectively.

Public Health Expert Camara Phyllis Jones ’76 to Address Racism and Health Inequity in Kenner Lecture

Camara Phyllis Jones ’76, a family physician and epidemiologist, will deliver the 2017 Kenner Lecture, titled “Achieving Health Equity: Tools for a National Campaign Against Racism.”

Theresa Piasta ’06: From Iraq to Wall Street to Puppy Mama

“Puppy Mama” Theresa Piasta ’06 explains how her canine companion Waffles inspired a passion project that became a tech start-up.

Raíz Holds Rally in Support of Undocumented and Muslim Immigrants and Refugees

Students, faculty, and staff gathered for a rally organized by the Wellesley Latinx advocacy group Raíz to show support for the rights of undocumented and Muslim immigrants and refugees.

Faculty Members Reflect on the Era of Japanese American Internment, 75 Years Later

On February 19, 1942, President Franklin D. Roosevelt issued an executive order that led to the internment of Americans of Japanese ancestry. Five Wellesley professors offer their thoughts on what we can learn from this moment in history.

From Past to Present, Wellesley Celebrates Black History Month

The Wellesley Townsman writes about the College’s earliest African-American students, and a wide range of events on campus are scheduled in recognition of Black History Month.

Alumnae Celebrate Sisterhood with Jewelry Made by One of Their Own

For a group of alumnae friends in London, jewelry designed by Catherine Prevost ’89 symbolizes sisterhood and their enduring connection to Wellesley.

The Davis Museum Celebrates the Opening of Five Spring Exhibitions

On Friday, February 10, the Davis Museum at Wellesley will celebrate the opening of five new exhibitions, including The Medici’s Painter: Carlo Dolci and 17th-Century Florence, the first survey of the artist’s life and work to be shown in the United States.

Mustafa Akyol Speaks on “Trump, Populism, and Muslims”

The Freedom Project welcomes Turkish journalist and author Mustafa Akyol as its senior visiting fellow, who will lead a public discussion entitled “Trump, Populism, and Muslims.”

Astronaut Abby’s Journey to Mars

Abigail Harrison ’19 traveled to the United Arab Emirates at the invitation of the UAE Space Agency to tour the Emirates Mars Mission and Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, and to speak at the MBRSC Project Space conference.

Persis Drell ’77 P’16 Takes Office as Stanford University Provost

Physicist, professor, researcher, and Wellesley College Alumnae Achievement Award recipient Persis Drell ’77 P’16  has been appointed provost of Stanford University.

Wellesley Responds to Presidential Executive Order

The College provides information and support in understanding the January 27 executive order on refugees and immigration.

Wellesley Repertory Theater Gives Émilie du Châtelet a Voice

Through January 29, the Wellesley Repertory Theater presents “Émilie: La Marquise Du Châtelet Defends Her Life Tonight,” the story of an 18th-century mathematician and physicist whose contributions are often overlooked.

Wellesley Women are Ready to Fight for Each Other, according to Globe and Mail

Students, faculty and staff talk about what feminism means in the new political reality of 2017.

Alumna Activist is Keynote Speaker for Campus Mini-Conference on Social Justice

Elizabeth “Liz” Miranda ’02 will be the keynote speaker for a mini-conference on social justice and activism on January 23: Together Toward the Dream.

Faculty Q&A: Barack Obama’s Presidency and His Legacy

Michael Jeffries, associate professor of American studies at Wellesley College, discusses Barack Obama’s historic presidency. 

Wellesley Honors the Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. in the Classroom

Wellesley reflects on how the teachings of Martin Luther King Jr. are integrated into the curriculum in a multitude of ways.

Two Wellesley Professors, Scholars of History and Literature, Provide the Media with Insight on Russia

Adam Weiner, associate professor of Russian, wrote an essay for Politico magazine on a little-known Russian writer, and Nina Tumarkin, professor of history, spoke to Southern California Public Radio about Russia and the Kremlin’s relationship with the United States.

Wellesley Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Biochemistry Program

On December 13, dozens of students, alumnae, and faculty celebrated the 50th anniversary of the biochemistry program, the College’s oldest interdisciplinary program. 

Schiff Fellows Selected to Pursue Senior Honors Thesis Projects

Twenty-three Wellesley students have received Jerome A. Schiff Fellowships to pursue independent research through the senior honors thesis program.

MasterCard Foundation Scholars Work and Learn During a Day of Service at Haley House Bakery Café

Wellesley’s MasterCard Foundation Scholars spend a day of service at Haley House Bakery Café in Roxbury, Mass., an organization that uses food and the power of community to break down barriers, transfer skills, and revitalize communities.