Tulane launches ‘biobank’ for researchers studying causes of long COVID-19
July 28, 2021
Tulane University has launched a new COVID-19 “biobank” of blood and cell samples from COVID-19 survivors to help researchers investigate what causes some to recover quickly from the virus while others face lasting symptoms. The COVID-19 Biobank and Library at Tulane (COBALT) will safely store hundreds of biological samples that will be available to scientists at the university as well as external collaborators across the country.
Tulane professor offers inside look at COVID-19 crisis and response
July 26, 2021
Jesse M. Keenan, an associate professor of real estate in the Tulane School of Architecture is co-editor of the new book COVID-19: Systemic Risk and Resilience (Springer, 2021), which features 22 chapters were written by experts from around the world who have assisted their home countries in managing the COVID-19 crisis.
An epidemiologist answers questions about the Delta variant
July 21, 2021
Tulane epidemiologist Susan Hassig answers questions about the more contagious Delta variant including the risks of breakthrough cases, what parents should think about as school starts next month and whether we’re likely to need a vaccine booster shot later this year.
Tulane University, Children’s Hospital launch Moderna Covid-19 vaccine trial for children from 6 months to 11 years old
July 21, 2021
Tulane University School of Medicine and Children’s Hospital New Orleans are participating in a national clinical trial to test the effectiveness of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine in children ages six months to 11 years old.
Tulane Admissions receives top national award for its TikTok account
July 12, 2021
Tulane University’s Office of Undergraduate Admission has received the prestigious 2021 Grand Gold Circle of Excellence Award from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) in the category of digital communications, social media and student recruitment for its official TikTok account, and coordinated strategy between social media platforms and email marketing.
Academic Tutoring Club leads donation effort for Roots of Music
July 08, 2021
At the end of the academic year, Tulane’s Academic Tutoring club organized 100 self-care goody bags for Roots of Music students to help the students cope with the mental health challenges of COVID-19 isolation. The Roots of Music is a New Orleans-based organization that provides music instruction for children ages 9-14.
Tulane employees reunite after more than a year of remote work for many
July 07, 2021
After nearly 16 months during which many worked remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all Tulane employees returned to on-site work on Tuesday, July 6
Tulane University’s Dr. Greg Stewart selected for Jimmy Collins Award
June 30, 2021
Tulane University’s Dr. Greg Stewart, the W. Kennon McWilliams Professor of Sports Medicine in Orthopaedics, a crucial authority in keeping sports on track throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, has been selected to receive a Jimmy Collins Award from the Greater New Orleans Sports Awards Committee, sponsored by the Allstate Sugar Bowl.
Tulane University’s Dr. Greg Stewart, the W. Kennon McWilliams Professor of Sports Medicine in Orthopaedics, a crucial authority in keeping sports on track throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, has been selected to receive a Jimmy Collins Award from the Greater New Orleans Sports Awards Committee, sponsored by the Allstate Sugar Bowl.
National presidency allows Campus Health leader to shape conversations about college health
June 28, 2021
This month Scott Tims, Tulane’s assistant vice president for Campus Health, assumed the national presidency of the American College Health Association (ACHA), a century-old organization dedicated to the health and well-being of college students.
Removing temporary buildings, other changes signal return to pre-COVID-19 state
June 23, 2021
On June 1, campus infrastructure began to take on a new look as the university emerged from the COVID-19 precautions that were enacted in 2020.
Tulane’s Commitment to Equity Institute wins grant to study COVID’s effects on inequality
June 20, 2021
Tulane's Commitment to Equity Institute has received almost $1.2 million from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to assess how the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting fiscal policies have affected inequality, poverty and mobility.
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic now open in Phelps Residence Hall
June 04, 2021
Employees may now make a COVID-19 vaccine appointment at either the new Uptown location in Phelps Residence Hall or at the Downtown clinic in the J. Bennett Johnston Building.
“COVID-19 Conversations” to answer questions about vaccines
June 02, 2021
The LA-CEAL: Louisiana Community Engagement Alliance Against COVID-19 Disparities presents a webinar, “COVID-19 Conversations: Answering your Questions about the COVID-19 Vaccine” on Thursday, June 3, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. CT.
Tulane researcher launches survey to study hate crimes against Asian Americans
May 25, 2021
A Tulane University researcher has launched a study to gauge the extent of hate and hate crimes against Asian Americans.
Triple major and honors student completes coursework, navigating 13-hour time difference
May 17, 2021
Kaiyu Wang, a triple major in chemistry, mathematics and economics and graduating senior, finished his coursework at Tulane while in China, with a 13-hour time difference.