Wittenberg University is home to award-winning faculty, below are some examples of what our faculty have done in recent months.
Lauren Crane, associate professor of psychology, has been awarded a Fulbright in India next year.
Matthew Smith, professor of communication, was awarded the 2013 Peter C. Rollins Book Award.
Sarah Fortner, assistant professor of geology and environmental science, was awarded a NSF InTeGrate grant to develop a module on sustainable agriculture.
Wittenberg students excel in and outside of the classroom. Below are just a few of many instances in which our students have received national and international accolades:
Four students of Chinese competed in the Chinese Bridge Competition in New York. Miro Lin Nguyen won second place and Erica Davis, Bailey Dubois, and Connor Ryan each won third place in their respective groups.
With more than 130 posters, presentations and performances, the inaugural Liberal Arts in Action: A Celebration of Learning attracted hundreds of campus and community members as it highlighted the university's commitment to academic excellence, April 12.
President Laurie M. Joyner was among those who enjoyed the numerous student-led activities that showcased student-faculty research underway at Wittenberg, as well as other academic endeavors.
Reflecting her desire to be student-centered in every way, President Laurie M. Joyner hosted her third Twitter Chat on May 7, answering questions on a variety of topics from post-graduation advice to her favorite part of Witt Fest 2013. Following the chat, Joyner held open office hours for students in Post 95.
In her third post-Board campus forum, President Laurie M. Joyner shared highlights of her plenary session presentation as well as actions taken by the Board during its annual spring meeting, May 2-4. Joyner also took questions from members of the campus community at the forum.
A day-long celebration culminating with a performance by the band White Panda, Wittenberg's annual Wittfest, April 27, provided opportunities for all ages, including Laurie M. Joyner and her family, to enjoy the day. From early afternoon inflatable games for families to a series of concerts, Wittfest 2013 proved as memorable as ever.
Following serving as honorary team captain a week earlier, President Laurie M. Joyner donned a Tiger cap again, April 27, as she threw out the first pitch in the pre-game ceremonies for the baseball game against DePauw.
Encouraging continual dialogue and engagement throughout her administration, President Laurie M. Joyner again hosted open office hours for members of the campus community, April 9. The 2-hour timeslot was for staff this time wherein individuals are invited to stop by to say hello and/or share their concerns or ideas.
Representing all facets of the student experience at Wittenberg, the university’s Student Senate annually provides direction, leadership, and dedicated service to the institution. To thank the 2012-2013 senators for their generosity of time and pivotal leadership during her first year, President Laurie M. Joyner hosted a special dinner in Senate’s honor, April 9.
During a joint meeting of the Alumni Board and Parents Executive Committee, April 12, President Laurie M. Joyner reviewed progress to-date on securing a sustainable financial model and on the external forces impacting multiple institutions in higher education and within the liberal arts. Joyner also engaged in a question-and-answer session with the groups following her presentation.
Reflecting her desire to be student-centered in every way, President Laurie M. Joyner hosted her third Twitter Chat on May 7, answering questions on a variety of topics from post-graduation advice to her favorite part of Witt Fest 2013. Following the chat, Joyner held open office hours for students in Post 95.
In her third post-Board campus forum, President Laurie M. Joyner shared highlights of her plenary session presentation as well as actions taken by the Board during its annual spring meeting, May 2-4. Joyner also took questions from members of the campus community at the forum.
A day-long celebration culminating with a performance by the band White Panda, Wittenberg's annual Wittfest, April 27, provided opportunities for all ages, including Laurie M. Joyner and her family, to enjoy the day. From early afternoon inflatable games for families to a series of concerts, Wittfest 2013 proved as memorable as ever.
Following serving as honorary team captain a week earlier, President Laurie M. Joyner donned a Tiger cap again, April 27, as she threw out the first pitch in the pre-game ceremonies for the baseball game against DePauw.
