2018 Stories

In New Book, Wellesley Professor Traces the Evolution of America’s Environmental Policies

Wellesley College environmental studies associate professor James Morton Turner documents environmental leadership in a historical context in the new book he co-authored, “The Republican Reversal: Conservatives and the Environment from Nixon to Trump.”

Get to know Wellesley’s 2018–2019 College Government Cabinet

Members of Wellesley’s 2018–2019 College Government cabinet share what inspired them to get involved, what they hope to achieve this year, how their roles are preparing them for careers after Wellesley, and more.

In WBUR Article, Wellesley Professor Discusses ADHD Diagnoses in Kids Born Close to Enrollment Cutoffs

Beth Hennessey, Wellesley professor of psychology, says children born closer to school enrollment cutoff dates who are diagnosed with ADHD may in some cases simply be less mature than their classmates.

Wellesley Craft Fair Showcases Community’s Creative Talents

Homemade chocolate, birch boxes, and jewelry were among the items for sale at Wellesley’s second community craft fair.

Wellesley’s Wikipedia Edit-a-Thon Engages Students in Information Literacy Efforts

Wellesley students participated in a Wikipedia edit-a-thon aimed at reducing information inequity and building digital literacy by updating and improving Wikipedia pages for newspapers from under-resourced communities.

How Do Fish Swim? Wellesley Biology Professor Looks for Answers in Lake Waban

Lake Waban’s bluegill sunfish yield data for Wellesley biologist who studies fish movement.

Wellesley Women of Color Pay Tribute to Ethos’ 50th Anniversary in StoryCorps Podcast

In the latest installment of Wellesley’s StoryCorps podcast series, generations of Ethos leaders discuss the impact of Ethos, Harambee House, and Wellesley on their lives, friendships, and careers.

Interdisciplinary Research Team Explores Water System on Science Hill

Amid the ongoing construction of the Science Center, Wellesley faculty, students, and staff use Paramecium Pond and Silver Thread Brook in a new academic collaboration—Wellesley’s Water Challenge—that spans five science disciplines.

Wellesley’s Fly-In Programs Make Campus Visits Possible for More Prospective Students

VIDEO: Wellesley’s fly-in programs offer travel grants to high-achieving high school students who might not otherwise be able to visit campus before deciding to apply to or attend the College. Continue this legacy by supporting Wellesley’s fly-in program this #GivingTuesday.

Wellesley Alumnae and Students Share Thanksgiving Tradition

Wellesley’s Thanksgiving Match Program continues a 10-year tradition, uniting alumnae and students around the holiday table.

NBC Boston Features Wellesley Class Discussion about Michelle Obama’s IVF Disclosure

Information from Michelle Obama’s new book “Becoming” was a launching point for discussion in a Wellesley class on contemporary reproduction.

Acclaimed Director Wang Bing to Screen and Discuss “Three Sisters” at Wellesley

Wellesley welcomes acclaimed Chinese director Wang Bing to campus during his first major U.S. retrospective.

WBUR Reviews New Exhibition by Wellesley Art Professor

In her solo exhibition at Boston University, Alexandria Smith, assistant professor of art at Wellesley, explores the idea that African-Americans live with two coexisting identities: one a persona that is plainly seen by the world and the other unconsciously hidden, below the surface.

Is AI Sexist? Wellesley Computer Science Professor Looks Into a Recent Amazon Recruiting Experiment

Wellesley professor Eni Mustafaraj analyzes AI biases in her recent Spoke blog post.

7 PERA-Tested Tips to Help You Handle Stress

It’s National Stress Awareness Day, and Wellesley’s Connie Bauman and her students have some tips for how to relax and minimize anxiety the day after the midterm elections—and the rest of year, too.

Boston Globe Features Wellesley Professors’ Research on Gender Differences in Response to Negative Feedback

Recent research by Wellesley College economics professors finds that women tend to personalize negative feedback while men are more likely to shrug it off.

At Listening Session, Wellesley Community Gives Input on College’s Demonstration Policy

Senior administrators at Wellesley held a listening session October 31 to hear input from the community regarding the College’s demonstration policy, currently under development. All community members are invited to share their views via an online form linked in this article.

Tanner Conference Highlights Students’ Experiences Outside the Classroom

On October 30, Wellesley students present work that has deepened their liberal arts education via off-campus experiential learning.

Wellesley Students Pick Campus Crabapples for Consumption as Part of Paulson Initiative

Wellesley College Botanistas and student volunteers picked crabapples from Wellesley’s trees to be cooked into baked goods and served in the dining halls.

Al-Muslimat Celebrated 30 Years at Very Wellesley Weekend

Al-Muslimat celebrated its 30th anniversary on October 14 at the third annual Very Wellesley Weekend.

PERA Invites Blue Nation to Cheer for the Volleyball Team at Annual “Earn the W” Day

Celebrate “Earn the W Day” with the Blue volleyball team on October 23. Don’t forget to show up early to get your free tumblers, winter hats, and T-shirts!

Shakespeare Troupe Returns to Wellesley to Perform “Hamlet”

Actors From The London Stage will perform Hamlet during the ensemble’s 13th appearance at Wellesley.

Wellesley Community Celebrates Third Annual Very Wellesley Weekend

Students, families, alumnae, and friends came to campus this weekend for the College’s third annual A Very Wellesley Weekend. Festivities included the class of 2021 tree planting ceremony, Wellesley Athletics Hall of Fame induction celebration, and the Alumnae Achievement Awards.

Wellesley Honors 2018 Alumnae Achievement Award Recipients

Wellesley honors Camara Jones ’76 and Nergis Mavalvala ’90, recipients of the 2018 Alumnae Achievement Awards.

Students Help Wellesley Improve Its Shuttle Service

Students helped Wellesley identify and address early problems with the new provider of bus services connecting the campus to Cambridge and Boston.

Wellesley Theatre Faculty Member’s Play to Be Produced in Cuba

In having her works published and performed in Cuba, Melinda Lopez, lecturer in theatre studies at Wellesley,  comes full circle.

To Celebrate #AskAnArchivist Day, Wellesley Archivists Answer Your Questions

Wellesley College archivists Rebecca Goldman (right) and Sara Ludovissy (left center) will answer questions about their job from the Wellesley community in celebration of #AskAnArchivist Day.

EPA Award Recognizes Wellesley’s Work with Food Rescue Program

The Environmental Protection Agency recognizes Wellesley for donating 600 pounds of surplus food from its cafeterias to people in need.

This National Women’s Health and Fitness Day, Wellesley Celebrates Alumnae Open-Water Swimmers

Melanie Kaplan ’12 swam across the English Channel in August, one of several Wellesley alumnae who have taken on the challenge.

Signs of Fall Find Their Way to Wellesley

Spotted! Fall foliage begins to appear at Wellesley just in time for the autumnal equinox.

The Davis Museum’s Fall 2018 Season Opens September 20 with “Christiane Baumgartner: Another Country”

The German artist Christiane Baumgartner (left) gives a talk at the Davis Museum on September 20 to kick off her first major exhibition in the United States.

Wellesley Senior’s Research Looks at Effects of Trends in Boston’s Luxury Condo Market

Emma de Goede ’19 co-authored a study on current trends in Boston’s luxury condominium market that suggests disparities in housing opportunities, income, and wealth in the city.

Wellesley Alumna’s Documentary Nominated for Emmy Award

“Lorraine Hansberry: Sighted Eyes/Feeling Heart,” a documentary by Tracy Heather Strain ’82 (right), earned PBS’s “American Masters” an Emmy nomination for outstanding documentary or nonfiction series.

Meet Helen Wang, Wellesley’s New Director of Residence Life and Housing

Helen Wang (right), Wellesley’s new director of residence life and housing, lives in Freeman Hall (along with her husband, son, and English bulldog). Here, she shares with us her deserted island must-haves, her excitement about her new role at Wellesley, and more!

Wellesley’s Calderwood Seminars in Public Writing Endowed with $7.5 Million

The endowment of Wellesley’s Calderwood Seminars in Public Writing is funded by a recent $3.75 million gift from the Stanford Calderwood Charitable Foundation, which Wellesley’s trustees matched.

Wellesley and Northwestern Researchers Publish Report on Effects of Work Requirements on SNAP and Medicaid Recipients

A proposal that would require food stamp recipients to increase their working hours would unravel the federal safety net that families depend on, according to Wellesley economics professor Kristin F. Butcher.

Wellesley Student Leaders Take an End of Summer Break to Enjoy Nature

Three Student Leaders enjoy Wellesley’s beautiful campus while relaxing on new Adirondack chairs in the Academic Quad.

How to Change the World Without Leaving Your Residence Hall

With its new recycling bag initiative, the Office of Sustainability is making it even easier to change the world, one plastic bottle at a time.

Wellesley Host Families Welcome New International Students

Mastercard Foundation Scholars (left to right) Estegenet Seleshi Tsega ’22, Adhel Geng ’22, Josephine Awino Odhiambo’22, and Noella Ghislain Ingabire ’22 take in Lake Waban on their first day on campus after spending time with their Wellesley host families.

Wellesley Alumnae Across Generations Have Worked for Equal Representation for Women

August 26 is Women’s Equality Day, marking the passage of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote and cleared the way for women like Liz Miranda ’02 to run for political office. #WomensEqualityDay

Wellesley Biologist Studies Oceans’ Smallest, Most Abundant Photosynthetic Organism

Wellesley biologist is involved in research that reveals the significant role of a tiny microbe that emits oxygen into the atmosphere; the story was recently featured on National Public Radio’s “Science Friday” website.

Zulia Martinez ’20 Writes from Puerto Rico

This summer, Wellesley students write postcards to the community about their internship experiences across the world. The final postcard in our series is from Zulia Martinez ’20, who discusses her summer research project at Fortín Conde de Mirasol in Vieques, Puerto Rico.

Wellesley’s Contemporary Women’s Leadership Program Inspires Young Women

With activities that range from thought-provoking discussions about gender inequality to golf lessons with the director of the Nehoiden Golf Club, Wellesley’s Contemporary Women’s Leadership Summer Program strengthens the leadership skills of college students from across the world.

Dear Wellesley: Julia Simon ’19 Writes From Santander, Spain

This summer, Wellesley students write postcards to the community about their internship experiences across the world. Sixth in our series is Julia Simon ’19, who shares her internship experiences at the Universidad Internacional Menéndez Pelayo in Santander, Spain.

Wellesley Student Reflects on Her Time in Cape Verde’s Bela Vista

Thanks to a partnership between the Wellesley Centers for Women and the Center for Research and Training in Gender and Family at the University of Cabo Verde, Natália Marques ’19 spent her summer working to empower and bring more women into the formal labor force in Praia, Cape Verde.

Catherine Nicoloff DS ’19 Awarded the 2018 Barry Goldwater Scholarship for Physics Research

Catherine Nicoloff DS ’19, recipient of a 2018 Barry Goldwater Scholarship for Physics Research, plans to study and research experimental particle physics this year at Wellesley. This summer she focused on creating a module reception station (pictured) to test silicon detector modules for use in the ATLAS experiment at CERN.

The Labyrinth Project Continues to Support Campus Wellness

The indoor canvas labyrinth provides students an opportunity to get lost in meditation and self-reflection.

Wellesley’s Comprehensive Campaign Gives Students like Anjali Benjamin-Webb ’18 the Resources to Support Their Unique Talents

For Anjali Benjamin-Webb ’18, Wellesley’s Campaign has made it possible for her to pull artistic inspiration from multiple mediums in collaborative spaces like Pendleton West, helping her define her voice as a storyteller. Listen to how the campaign to advance the Wellesley Effect has influenced her experience.

Dear Wellesley: Clare Doyle ’20 and Lucí Navas-Sharry ’19 Write From Buenos Aires

This summer, Wellesley students write postcards to the community about their internship experiences across the world. Fourth in our series are two students, Clare Doyle ’20 and Lucí Navas-Sharry ’19, who share their internship experiences with Fundación Poder Ciudadano.

Summer Night Sky Features a Total Lunar Eclipse, Meteor Shower and a Close-up Look at Mars

Though the July 27 lunar eclipse will not be visible in North America, other celestial occurrences like meteor showers and a closer look at Mars, will.  Kristina Punzi from Wellesley’s Whitin Observatory explains.

Wellesley Anthropology Project on the Former Site of College Hall Yields a Surprising Find

Archaeology excavation turns up bone fragments from a skeleton believed to have been used in anatomical classes more than 100 years ago.

Preparations Have Already Begun to Welcome Incoming Class of 2022

Even in the summer months, the Wellesley campus prepares itself for the arrival of the new members of the purple class. #WellesleyPlaces

Wellesley Completes Record-Setting Fundraising Campaign, Raises More Than $500 Million—One Year Ahead of Schedule

Wellesley College has raised more than $500 million, surpassing its ambitious campaign goal—a full year early—in the largest fundraising effort to be undertaken by a women’s college.

Dear Wellesley: Elisabeth Clemmons ’20 Writes from Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

This summer, Wellesley students are writing postcards to the community about their internship experiences across the world. Second in our series, Elisabeth Clemmons ’20 describes her internship with the UB Post in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.

Claflin Bakery Satisfies Wellesley’s Sweet Tooth

With cupcakes and cookies, bread and muffins, Claflin Bakery satisfies Wellesley’s sweet tooth.

Wellesley Professor Weighs In on SCOTUS Nominee, Brett Kavanaugh

Thomas Burke, Ralph Emerson and Alice Freeman Palmer Professor of Political Science at Wellesley, weighs in on the recent Supreme Court nomination by President Trump.

Houghton Chapel and the Multifaith Center Provide a Place for Reflection, Study, Worship, and Education #WellesleyPlaces

Since 1899, Houghton Chapel has served as a center of community life at Wellesley College, providing an inspirational venue for ceremonies and traditions. 

The U.S. Postal Service Releases“O Beautiful” Forever Stamps, Featuring Scenes Inspired by Wellesley Alumna Katharine Lee Bates’ “America the Beautiful”

Melinda Ponder ’66, biographer of Katharine Lee Bates, class of 1880, consulted on the U.S. Postal Service “O Beautiful” Forever stamps, released on July 4. The images on the series of 20 stamps correspond to five phrases in Bates’ poem “America the Beautiful.”

Wellesley Student Writes for Global Magazine that Covers Human Rights Abuses

Nicole Ntim-Addae ’20 is a summer intern at “Index on Censorship,” the flagship publication for an organization of the same name that protects free expression and the free press around the world.

Wellesley’s Davis Museum Opens Summer Film Series June 28 with The Wizard of Oz

Off to see the wizard! Wellesley offers free family-friendly movies for warm summer nights at Davis Museum.

Investing in the Next Generation of Women Scientists: Wellesley’s New Science Center

VIDEO: The lead design architect for Wellesley’s new Science Center—conceived as a flexible, sustainable hub of integrated instruction and research—recently discussed plans for the building complex.

#WellesleyPlaces Summer Photo Series Begins

On the heels of the official first day of summer (June 20), Founders Hall soaks up some sun. #WellesleyPlaces

Wellesley Alumnae Makkah Ali ’10 and Ikhlas Saleem ’11 Answer Questions About Their Podcast, Identity Politics, in Interview

Have you heard of the Identity Politics podcast? Learn more about two Wellesley alumnae Makkah Ali ’10 and Ikhlas Saleem ’11, and the inspiration behind their podcast focused on race, gender, and Muslims in America.

How I Got to Wellesley

Wellesley students describe their journeys to 106 Central Street.

Groundbreaking Report on Sexual Harassment of Women in STEM Urges Higher Ed to Work Harder to Change Culture, Climate

Findings of pervasive sexual harassment of women in STEM and recommendations to change culture and climate in academia make up a groundbreaking new report from a National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine committee co-chaired by Wellesley College President Paula A. Johnson.

Even After Wellesley, Alumnae Continue to Support and Mentor Each Other

Wellesley alumnae help their sisters navigate both early career searches and work transitions later in life.

They’re Back! Wellesley Welcomes the 3s and 8s Home for Reunion 2018

My, how quickly five years flew by! This weekend Wellesley turns yellow, red, purple, and green as the College welcomes the 3s and 8s to Reunion 2018. #WellesleyReunion

Jennifer Ritvo Hughes ’06 Explains How Wellesley’s New Career Education and Its Interactive Website Can Help Alumnae Move Ahead in Their Careers

VIDEO: Wellesley’s new Career Education offers resources for alumnae at any stage of their career—and Career Education’s new interactive website makes it easy for alums to access.

Wellesley Award Recognizes Exceptional Teaching in Music, Political Science, and Astronomy

The 2018 Pinanski Prize for Excellence in Teaching, Wellesley’s highest teaching honor, has been awarded to Wesley Andrés Watters (astronomy), Paul MacDonald (political science), and Jenny Olivia Johnson (music) (left to right).

Wellesley Will Honor the Class of 2018 at Commencement on June 1

#TBT Student marshals lead the baccalaureate procession outside Green Hall during 1972 commencement ceremonies.

Spring Brings New Life to Wellesley’s Campus

Though finals were finished on May 22, these goslings resting together by Paramecium Pond still have some learning to do.

Wellesley’s New Global Flora Greenhouse Wins International Sustainable Design Award

Global Flora, Wellesley's new greenhouse environment for teaching and learning wins the prestigious LafargeHolcim award, which recognizes outstanding innovation in sustainable design.

Generations of Ethos Leaders Share Insights about the Group’s History and Significance

As Ethos turns 50, its former leaders reflect on how the organization continues to serve as a source of inspiration, support, and comfort for black students on campus.

Wellesley Students Build Benches Made from Recycled Campus Trees

Students put principles of sustainability to work by building four benches from fallen trees on campus for a class project.

Wellesley Salutes Staff and Union Members During Recognition Celebration

College employees were recognized for many years of service, innovation, and collaboration in a ceremony at Alumnae Ballroom.

Students Mark End of Spring Semester with 119th Annual Stepsinging

Members of the class of 2018 celebrate the last day of classes in true Wellesley style—with Stepsinging at Houghton Chapel, of course!

Wellesley Makes Way for Ducklings on Second Annual Duck Day

What’s up with the ducks?  The Office of Student Involvement and the Wellness Outreach Committee surprised Wellesley students by scattering hundreds of candy-filled plastic ducks across campus.

Wellesley Students Take Top Prizes at BOW’s DataFest

On April 6, teams from Wellesley, Babson, and Olin competed in the American Statistical Association’s DataFest, in which students extracted new insights from complex data sets.

As Wellesley Prepares for Its New Science Center, We Revisit Keepsakes Found in One of the Quirkiest Buildings on Campus

How well do you know the Science Center? Our digital scavenger hunt pays tribute to a few of the gems that enrich Wellesley’s scientific collections.

Annual Ruhlman Conference Highlights Student Achievement at Wellesley

During the May 2 Ruhlman Conference, now in its 22nd year, more than 350 students will present their research projects to a campus-wide audience.

Wellesley Out Loud Places Fourth in National Slam Poetry Competition

Wellesley’s slam poetry team placed fourth at the College Union Poetry Slam Invitational, making it the second women’s college team in competition history to reach the final round of the tournament.

Former Vice President Al Gore Addressed Packed House at 2018 Wilson Lecture

Former Vice President Al Gore, a leader in the fight against climate change, in conversation with Wellesley College Trustee Sue Wagner ’82, spoke on campus on April 25 at the 2018 Wilson Lecture. 

First Wellesley Alumna to Compete in Olympics for the United States Returns to Campus

Olympic biathlete Clare Egan ’10 (right) shares her experience in Pyeongchang after competing for the United States at the 2018 Winter Olympics.

Emily Moss ’19 Wins Truman Scholarship, a Prestigious Award for Future Public Service Leaders

Emily Moss ’19, winner of a 2018 Truman Scholarship, plans to work in urban policy and affordable housing.

Wellesley English Professor Frank Bidart Wins 2018 Pulitzer Prize for Poetry

Video: Frank Bidart, Andrew W. Mellon Professor in the Humanities and professor of English, has won the 2018 Pulitzer Prize for poetry. Many in the community had the privilege of hearing the poet read a selection of his work yesterday, including Guilty of Dust from Half-Light: Collected Poems 1965-2016.

U.S. Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith Named Wellesley’s 2018 Commencement Speaker

Tracy K. Smith, poet laureate of the United States, prize-winning author, and passionate advocate of broadening access to poetry, will be Wellesley’s 2018 commencement speaker.

Wellesley Field Hockey Player to Run Fourth Boston Marathon

Video: Arielle Mitropoulos ’19 continues the tradition of Wellesley women who have run the Boston Marathon. This year she’ll run her fourth in four years.

President Paula A. Johnson Moderated Conversation with Partners In Health Founders to Recognize World Health Day 2018

In recognition of World Health Day, President Paula A. Johnson moderated a discussion between Paul Farmer and Ophelia Dahl ’94 on the state of global health. The event was hosted at Babson College as part of the BOW (Babson-Olin-Wellesley) collaboration.

NCAA Division III Week Celebrates Student-Athletes in the Wellesley Community and Beyond

Video: Wellesley and Division III institutions highlight student-athlete opportunities, such as the field hockey team’s trip to the Netherlands and Greece in partnership with the Special Olympics, that have a positive impact on communities and define the Division III experience.

Carillon Bells to Toll at Wellesley and Across the World in Honor of Martin Luther King Jr.

At 7:05 pm on April 4, the Wellesley College Guild of Carillonneurs will join bell ringers around the world in paying tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. on the 50th anniversary of his death.

Jada Wiltz ’22 Receives Warm Welcome to Wellesley

Viral video of Jada Wiltz ’22 finding out she was accepted to Wellesley is met by an outpouring of support from the College community and garners national media attention.

Women Scholars at Wellesley Weigh In on World Issues

Wellesley thought leaders lend their expertise on a range of global issues, including Freedom Project visiting fellow Delaram Farzaneh who works to defend women’s and human rights in Iran. 

Two Wellesley Professors Named 2018 Frederick Burkhardt Residential Fellows

Wellesley professors Katherine Grandjean and Helena de Bres will spend a year at the University of Connecticut and Stanford University, respectively, as they pursue research projects on the violent legacy of the American Revolution and self-life narration's connection to a meaningful life.  

Wellesley Welcomes the Class of 2022

Video: Wellesley welcomes new first-years from the largest applicant pool in the College’s history.

On the First Official Day of Spring, Winter’s Grip Hangs on

With more snow in the forecast for Wellesley, Lisa Scanlon Mogolov ’99 remembers the April Fool’s Day storm of 1997.

How Peace and Justice Studies Came to Wellesley

Kitty Gladstone ’50 recalls the inspiration for the Peace and Justice Studies Program at Wellesley.

Wellesley Community Gathers to Honor Victims of Parkland, Fla., High School Tragedy

Wellesley joins the unprecedented national protest against gun violence in tribute to the victims of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting.

Wellesley College Closed Tuesday, March 13 Due to Snowstorm

Wellesley College will be closed today, Tuesday, March 13 due to the snowstorm. All classes are cancelled. Stay safe!

Wellesley Welcomes Inspiring Guests to Campus for the African Women’s Leadership Conference

Yesterday, and continuing today, women from around the world gathered at Wellesley for the African Women’s Leadership Conference. Tune in to wellesley.edu/live to hear today’s speakers.

Natalie Ornell ’12 Launches Effort to Honor Rosa Parks on Public Buses in Massachusetts

A Massachusetts State House committee is reviewing a legislative initiative started by a Wellesley alumna to place Rosa Parks decals on MBTA buses.

Immigrant Journeys: How Six Alumnae Came to the United States to Build New Lives

Six alumnae featured in the winter issue of Wellesley magazine share their stories of coming to the United States as immigrants.

Wellesley Launches Innovative New Website for Career Exploration

VIDEO: Natalie Catalan ’18 explains how Career Education’s new site gave her the resources she needs to succeed as a Wellesley senior planning for life after college.

Paulson Initiative’s Winterfest 2018 Connects Students with Wellesley’s Landscape

Students connect with their natural environment during a winter bird-watching walk sponsored by the Paulson Ecology of Place Initiative. 

From the Classroom to the Campus, Wellesley Increases Sustainability Efforts

Midway through Sustainability Year, 80 percent of the College’s walkway lamps now use sustainable LED bulbs, and classes reflect the importance of sustainability.

Wellesley Sociologist Advocates for Transnational Social Protections

UA Magazine has published an opinion piece by Wellesley professor Peggy Levitt in which she advocates for labor rights and social protections that cross borders. 

In Search of Missing Girlhoods: A Wellesley Mother and Daughter Discuss Their Journey on WBUR

Melissa Ludtke ’73 and her daughter, Maya Ludtke ’19, are teaching others about identity and contemporary China through their personal stories. They spoke with WBUR’s “All Things Considered” about a curriculum for students from middle school through college.

Wellentine’s Day, a Celebration of Wellesley Students and Their Communities

Snapchat Reporters give Parks and Recreation’s Galentine’s Day a Wellesley spin.

Wellesley Snow Inspires Winter Games

Whether on campus or across the world, winter games make a cold and snowy February go by a little faster.

Survey Measures Wellesley Community’s Attitudes about Sustainability

Wellesley’s Sustainability Committee and Paulson Ecology of Place Initiative have surveyed community members and hope to use their answers to help shape long-term sustainability policies at the College.

In an Episode about Women’s Heart Health, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Character Reveals Wellesley Background

Dr. Miranda Bailey on ABC’s hit show Grey’s Anatomy recounts receiving her acceptance letter from Wellesley in an episode highlighting women’s heart disease.

Five Seniors Receive Daniels Fellowships to Pursue Dream Projects

The Daniels Fellowship, established in honor of former class dean Pamela Daniels ’59, encourages seniors to think boldly and take intellectual and artistic risks. 

Wellesley Program that Teaches Students to Write for the Real World Expands to Five Top Schools

Amherst, Bard, Georgetown, Middlebury, and Wesleyan are adopting Wellesley’s Calderwood Seminars in Public Writing.

Alternative Break Brings Student Volunteers to Asheville, N.C., and Baltimore

Wellesley student volunteers participating in the Alternative Break program spent a week learning about educational equity in Baltimore and promoting environmental sustainability in Asheville, N.C.

Students Document Wintersession in Berlin Using Instagram Stories

See highlights from this year’s Wintersession in Berlin and explore the daily life, language, history, and culture of Germany through the eyes of student Instagram reporters.

Freedom Project Begins Its Sixth Annual Wintersession

This year’s 23 Adam Smith fellows, Wellesley students participating in the Freedom Project Wintersession, will engage in discussion and debate about freedom of speech. 

Wellesley Offers “Know Your Rights” Immigration Clinic and Q&A for College Community

All Wellesley community members are invited to attend “Know Your Rights,” a presentation, Q&A, and free law clinic that seek to provide a space for understanding the changing landscape of immigration policy relating to DACA and TPS.

Boston Globe Highlights Sally Yates’ Keynote Speech at Wellesley’s Wintersession 2018

Sally Yates, former acting U.S. attorney general, encouraged Wellesley students to be their authentic selves.

Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Today we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his 1967 remarks, “Where do we go from here?”