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Tulane shapes the conversation around the future of energy

Global thought leaders and experts across academia, industry, government and nonprofits convened with faculty, students, alumni, local community…

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Photo recap: Future of Energy Forum 2024

Tulane University hosted the inaugural Future of Energy Forum on Nov. 13-15, 2024, gathering global thought leaders and experts for interdisciplinary…

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Tulane opens global doors with International Education Week 2024

Starting Monday, Nov. 18, Tulane, along with campuses across the U.S., will be hosting International Education Week 2024 (IEW), a celebration of…

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Q&A part 3: Forum speakers weigh in on the future of energy

Tulane will host the inaugural Tulane Future of Energy Forum from Nov. 13 to 15, gathering global thought leaders and experts who are focused on…

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Photo recap: Reliving Wave Weekend '24

Tulane students, families, alumni, staff, faculty and Green Wave fans gathered last week to celebrate Wave Weekend ‘24, featuring Homecoming,…

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Tulane engineering students travel to Ghana for sanitation project

This summer, a group of Tulane students traveled to Ghana to learn about toilets.

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First-Generation Day Celebration

In honor of National First-Generation Day, campus partners hosted an event last week to celebrate first-generation students at Tulane.

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Tulane faculty honored at the 2024 Research, Scholarship and Artistic Achievement Awards ceremony

As faculty from every school at Tulane University gathered for the annual Research, Scholarship and Artistic Achievement Awards, it was clear that it…

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Q&A part 2: Speakers share thoughts ahead of the Future of Energy Forum

In preparation for the Future of Energy Forum, Tulane News spoke with a few speakers who will be participating in the forum.

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President Fitts celebrates year of growth and achievement in 2024 State of the University address

Tulane President Michael A. Fitts delivered his annual State of the University address last week, lauding Tulane's dedicated staff and expert…

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Tulane researcher ‘will talk to anyone who will listen’ about the brain

When it comes to the brain, Tulane researcher Elizabeth Engler-Chiurazzi "will talk to anyone who will listen."

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Tulane researcher receives $1.6 million grant to study trauma-induced blood loss

A new grant will allow researchers at Tulane to investigate the reasons why some trauma patients have worse outcomes and hopefully find a way to…

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Q&A part 1: Faculty thoughts on the future of energy

In preparation for the Future of Energy Forum, Tulane News spoke with faculty members Ludovico Feoli and Daniel Shantz, who will join the impressive…

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Tulane graduate student aims to tackle school-to-prison pipeline

PhD student Alanna Manigault has been named a Health Policy Research Scholar by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, a national leadership development…

On Campus
Architecture students add sculpture to annual Sukkah Build

Thirty students from the Tulane School of Architecture spent the past month designing and erecting a sukkah and sculpture for the 16th annual Sukkah…

Life@Tulane, On Campus
Students create video games in class

Students use cutting-edge technology, like virtual reality and motion capture, to design their own video games in Game Studio classes at Tulane.

On Campus
Tulane ROTC students’ academic achievements honored

The wall was established to celebrate those students who earn Latin honors during their undergraduate years.

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Flowerree Symposium explores climate change research and policies

Leading researchers and policy experts from across the country gathered at Tulane last week to discuss the growing challenges and emerging solutions…

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Board of Tulane member Kim Boyle receives honor of a lifetime

Board of Tulane member Kim M. Boyle was recognized with the highest honor given by the Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Legal Society.

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New classes bring interdisciplinary approaches to science to the forefront

A new series of classes at Tulane aims show what can be accomplished when big topics are studied from a range of disciplinary approaches.

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Emmylou Harris, Grace Potter, Christone ‘Kingfish’ Ingram and more to headline 2024 Tipping Point

The Tipping Point 2024 boasts an impressive all-star lineup, headlined by thirteen-time Grammy winner Emmylou Harris, powerhouse vocalist Grace…

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Paul Tulane Society induction welcomes new members, celebrates philanthropic achievement

The Paul Tulane Society Induction Ceremony and Gratitude Dinner offers Tulane an opportunity to celebrate the university’s most committed…

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Tulane junior cherished summer as a White House intern

Tulane junior Caroline Sanders had the experience of a lifetime as a White House intern during the summer of 2024.

Life@Tulane, On Campus
Gulf Scholars Program supports students with additional funding

The Gulf Scholars Program at Tulane University recently received $75,000 in additional funding to support the aim of preparing students to address…

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Celebrating the Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine

Tulane University leaders, board members, faculty, distinguished alumni and donors gathered to celebrate the momentous announcement that the School…

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Professional Development Day 2024 fosters growth and skill enhancement

This year’s event consists of 12 virtual sessions in the morning and five in-person workshops in the afternoon.

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Tulane returning to normal operations in the aftermath of Hurricane Francine

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Studying disease-causing bacteria in Lake Pontchartrain

This year, Tulane senior Annika Nelson received the Louisiana Sea Grant to study pathogenic, or disease-causing, bacteria in Lake Pontchartrain.

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Tulane embraces AI through classes, workshops and more

Tulane is well on its way to being at the forefront of all things AI, offering a dynamic array of classes, workshops and programs that span…

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Tulane partner, Aramark, brings new chapter and options to campus dining experience

Tulane welcomes Aramark Collegiate Hospitality as its new dining partner this fall.

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Tulane to name student recovery center for Paul and Leslie Lux in honor of $1.5 million gift

Tulane Recovery Community Center — the first dedicated collegiate recovery facility in Louisiana — will be renamed the Lux Recovery House.

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Community gets first look at NASA Lifelines mural on Tulane's downtown campus

Anyone visiting Tulane’s downtown campus will be greeted by a new mural on the corner of Canal and S. Liberty streets.

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Tulane joins network of higher ed institutions at forefront of first-generation student success

Tulane joins over 400 higher education institutions nationwide as a member of the FirstGen Forward Network.

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Tulane committees make recommendations on AI integration across campuses

Tulane is mapping out a visionary path for integrating AI into its academic and research endeavors, offering a comprehensive strategy that encourages…

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Class of 2028 enters their ‘Roll Wave era’ with Swiftie-inspired Convocation

Using recorded excerpts from Taylor Swift’s songs, President Michael A. Fitts encouraged the Class of 2028 to not be afraid to try something new.

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Class of 2028 kicks off Tulane journey with Hullabaloo Hello

Nearly 1,900 members of Tulane University’s Class of 2028 converged on Tulane’s uptown campus last week for Hullabaloo Hello, an orientation weekend…

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President Biden announces up to nearly $23 million for Tulane to develop revolutionary cancer ‘moonshot’ project

President Joseph R. Biden Jr. and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden visited Tulane University Tuesday to celebrate a project that promises to bring a new…

Life@Tulane, Research in Real Time, Science
TIERA scholar’s project to be featured in classrooms globally

Tulane graduate Cece Acosta did not expect her summer spent making clay caterpillars in Ecuador would result in sharing data with millions.

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Tulane receives $17.2 million from alumna for geriatric medicine and research

The gift will fund geriatric initiatives and research at Tulane School of Medicine.

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First-year medical students honored at White Coat Ceremony

The 190 students of the Class of 2028 began their medical careers with the White Coat Ceremony.

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Tulane School of Medicine receives $10 million from the Marshall family to fight cancer

The gift will create a faculty chair, a dedicated research fund and state-of-the-art laboratories.

NOLA, On Campus
Tulane to expand downtown campus with research-focused renovation

Tulane continues to expand its footprint in New Orleans with its largest downtown project to date — renovation of the Hutchinson Memorial Building.

On Campus
Tulane installs National Pan-Hellenic Council plots

The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) plots will serve as a public space for students, alumni and community members to celebrate the rich history…

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Center for Community-Engaged Artificial Intelligence and the Connolly Alexander Institute for Data Science launch summer research program

The Community-Engaged AI and Data Science Summer Research Program awarded funds to three research projects focusing on AI technology with social…

On Campus, People
New Tulane Hillel director prepares to welcome the Class of 2028

Gary Brandt is the new executive director of Tulane Hillel, a Jewish organization at more than 850 colleges and universities around the world.

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Tulane strengthens resilience for 2024 hurricane season

Major increases in backup energy capacity make Tulane one of the most resilient college campuses in the United States.

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Tulane to launch science communication program to help tackle global issues

Tulane's Murphy Institute is launching a new graduate-level program that aims to develop future leaders in science policy and communication who…

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Tulane National Primate Research Center breaks ground on new office building

The Tulane National Primate Research Center broke ground on a new office building at its Covington campus.

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Alumni spotlight: Research, service define graduate’s Tulane experience

A recent Tulane neuroscience graduate continues research at her alma mater with clinical psychologist Michael Hoerger, focusing on cancer and long…

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‘Roleplay’ documentary premiere amplifies Tulane alumni voices

Alumni from the School of Liberal Arts attended the world premiere of a documentary based on their own original collegiate play.