‘Startup Survey’ sheds light on early-stage New Orleans economy
February 13, 2020
The 2020 Greater New Orleans Startup Report survey collects valuable data on the growth of young businesses in the Greater New Orleans area. A report based on input from the survey will be published in the fall by the Albert Lepage Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Tulane University.
Members of Tulane’s ‘15 White Coats’ recognized by Tulane Athletics
February 12, 2020
Tulane Athletics recognized members of the “15 White Coats” — Tulane School of Medicine students of color who appeared in a viral photo — at a men’s basketball game last week.
Professor receives international recognition for book on Cimabue
February 11, 2020
Holly Flora, professor of art history and associate dean for faculty affairs in the School of Liberal Arts, was recently awarded the Premio San Francesco from the Pontifical University of Saint Anthony in Rome for her book Cimabue and the Franciscans.
Tulane receives record Early Decision applications
January 29, 2020
For the first time, almost half of students who will enroll in Tulane University’s incoming class have indicated that the university is their first choice. Early Decision admissions applications at Tulane rose 35% over last year and have doubled since the program was launched in 2016, according to undergraduate admissions data.
Tulane medical students hold head-shaving fundraiser for cancer research
January 16, 2020
Several Tulane University School of Medicine students particpated in the annual St. Baldrick's Day event.
President Fitts addresses role of universities at city’s economic summit
January 15, 2020
President Mike Fitts addressed a group of New Orleans business leaders, economic development experts and other community members at the 2020 Economic Outlook Summit, which took place Jan. 9 at the downtown office of The Times-Picayune | The New Orleans Advocate.
For Auld Lang Syne, My Dear...
December 23, 2019
Here is a recap of the most read Tulane Today stories of 2019.
President Fitts surprises staff members with Excellence Awards
December 17, 2019
President Mike Fitts and Riptide delivered the 2019 President’s Staff Excellence Awards to 10 university staff employees and one department that best represent high achievement in their contributions to the university.
Tulane’s more than $3 billion economic impact hailed as ‘a force for good’ in new report
December 17, 2019
With its life-saving research and a mission that encourages students, faculty and staff to use their knowledge, skills and discoveries to solve the most pressing problems of our times, Tulane University is “a force for good at the local, regional and global levels,” according to a new economic study by Philadelphia-based Econsult Solutions.
Tulane School of Social Work graduation 2019
December 17, 2019
The Tulane University School of Social Work fall commencement ceremony was held on Friday, Dec. 13 at the Jung Hotel in downtown New Orleans.
President Fitts' chocolate chip cookie recipe
December 06, 2019
To start getting everyone in the holiday spirit, President Mike Fitts shares his favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe for all to enjoy.
Fall Harvest Festival 2019
November 26, 2019
The Office of Multicultural Affairs and the Office of International Students and Scholars held the annual Fall Harvest Festival on Nov. 26 in the Lavin-Bernick Center for University Life.
Tulane celebrates dedication of John W. Deming Department of Medicine
November 25, 2019
Tulane University School of Medicine recently celebrated the dedication of the John W. Deming Department of Medicine and the formal unveiling of a portrait of the department’s namesake, Dr. John Winton Deming (M ’44), on the seventh floor of the Hutchinson Building downtown.
Flying through the new MSY terminal? Here's 5 things you should know before you go
November 21, 2019
Traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday? We compiled a list of tips to get you through the new Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport terminal.
Tulane honors first African American undergraduates with residence hall dedication
November 17, 2019
In 1966 and 1967, Deidre Dumas Labat and Reynold T. Décou became the first African American undergraduates to earn degrees from Newcomb College and Tulane, respectively. On Nov. 16, 2019, these distinguished alumni were recognized by the naming of the buildings formerly known as Willow Residences in their honor.