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Tulane talent helps drive new era at City Hall

Sayde Finkel, Dr. Jenny Mains, Dr. Jennifer Avegno, Adam J. Swensek and Mara Baumgarten Force are bringing commitment to public service and an…

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It’s never too late: Tulane med students who took the long road

When you picture a medical student, odds are the image that comes to mind is of a bright-eyed student, straight from their undergraduate studies,…

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A match no algorithm could predict: Tulane professors built a partnership on collaboration

Professors Alexis and Aron Culotta have built their personal and professional partnerships on academic collaboration and shared research interests.

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Tulane work ethic fuels Olympic dream

As a member of Tulane University’s track and field team from 2008 to 2012, Jared Firestone never imagined that 14 years later he’d be competing in…

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Tulane roots run deep for Patriots staffer

When the New England Patriots run onto the field for the Super Bowl, one of the people responsible for ensuring every helmet, jersey and patch is…

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Tulane faculty showcase breadth of scholarship in 2025 books

Tulane faculty published books on a wide range of topics in 2025, from Russian architecture to biochemistry to children’s literature.

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Tulane Professor Quincy Brown named National Academy of Inventors Fellow

Tulane biomedical engineering professor J. Quincy Brown has been named a 2025 National Academy of Inventors Fellow in recognition of his pioneering…

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Tulane honors Investitures in School of Science and Engineering

The School of Science and Engineering Investiture Ceremony celebrated the school's accomplished faculty members.

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Matt Forté reflects on football, family and legacy

Matt Forté, a former NFL player who got his start with Tulane Green Wave Football, spoke with President Michael A. Fitts as part of the Presidential…

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Tulane faculty honored at the 2025 Research, Scholarship and Artistic Achievement Awards ceremony

The growing impact of Tulane University’s research was celebrated at the annual Research, Scholarship and Artistic Achievement Awards, which took…