Major conference to highlight issues facing international students
July 05, 2018
Tulane University will welcome more than 1,400 U.S. college admission officials and high school counselors from across the globe July 10-13 for the International Association for College Admission Counseling Conference, the largest international admission conference in the world.
Cowen Institute launches effort to get more students to apply for college financial aid
June 28, 2018
The Cowen Institute at Tulane University will use funding from The Kresge Foundation to launch a new campaign to increase the number of New Orleans public school students who complete federal financial aid applications for college.
Tulane researchers contribute to national report on Gulf Coast
June 27, 2018
A national report released Wednesday on the future of the Gulf Coast draws heavily on the work of two Tulane University scientists who have spent most of their careers studying coastal systems in Louisiana and around the world.
Tulane president visits Israel to explore collaboration opportunities
June 25, 2018
Tulane University President Mike Fitts is among a delegation of presidents of American universities and colleges visiting Israel this week to learn about technological innovation and boost bilateral academic research and exchange opportunities.
Newcomb Art Museum at Tulane named one of nation’s best
June 13, 2018
For the third consecutive year, the Newcomb Art Museum at Tulane University has been named the Best Gallery or Museum in Louisiana and one of the 25 best in the United States.
Tulane study examines pediatricians’ views on spanking
June 12, 2018
A new study involving Tulane University researchers finds three out of four pediatricians don’t approve of hitting children for corrective purposes, often referred to as spanking.
Tulane University secures President Mike Fitts through 2023 academic year
June 11, 2018
Citing his transformative leadership and a host of achievements that have dramatically increased Tulane University’s national ranking and reputation, the Board of Tulane announced a new contractual agreement with President Mike Fitts that will run through the academic year ending June 30, 2023.
Tulane team picked for invention reality show ‘Make48’
June 07, 2018
A team from Tulane University is one of 12 collegiate teams nationwide selected to compete in the APT/PBS reality show “Make48.”
Interdisciplinary scholar and program builder named new liberal arts dean at Tulane
June 01, 2018
Brian Edwards, an interdisciplinary scholar and author, has been named the new dean of Tulane University’s School of Liberal Arts, effective July 1. Edwards is currently the Crown Professor in Middle East Studies and professor of English, comparative literary studies and American studies at Northwestern University, where he founded and directs the Middle East and North African Studies (MENA) program.
Public supports charters, more taxes for schools in Cowen Institute report
May 31, 2018
Almost 61 percent of New Orleans residents think charter schools have improved public education in the city, but many still give the system a “C” grade overall, according to a new poll by the Cowen Institute at Tulane University.
National Primate Research Centers launch educational resources on research with animals
May 31, 2018
The seven National Primate Research Centers (NPRC), which include the Tulane National Primate Research Center, have launched a website and Twitter account to raise awareness of their biomedical and behavioral research with animals that seeks to improve human and animal health.
Tulane names renowned global architect as new dean
May 25, 2018
Iñaki Alday, the Elwood R. Quesada Professor of Architecture at the University of Virginia, has been named the new dean of the Tulane University School of Architecture, effective, Aug.1.
Almost 36 percent of US adults recommended for blood pressure treatment under new guidelines
May 24, 2018
New, more intensive high blood pressure treatment guidelines could increase the number of U.S. adults categorized as having high blood pressure by 31 million and those receiving antihypertensive treatment by 11 million, according to a new study by Tulane University researchers.
Netscape co-founder, Saints hero, Grammy winner, healthcare advocate to be honored at Tulane commencement
May 07, 2018
Netscape co-founder James H. Clark, Saints hero and ALS activist Steve Gleason, Grammy-winning singer Irma Thomas and Dr. Paul E. Farmer, who has dedicated his life to improving health care for the world’s poorest populations, will receive honorary degrees at Tulane University’s 2018 Commencement.
Tulane, College Track celebrates first graduates, renews partnership
May 04, 2018
A renewed partnership between Tulane University and College Track will continue access for a number of low-income and first-generation students to earn a four-year college degree and to foster a college-going culture for students who are traditionally underrepresented in higher education.