Faculty Stories Archive
Our faculty do some pretty incredible things. Check out some of their recent discoveries, achievements and recognitions.
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“I am particularly interested in learning more about ancient Greece, so that I can help my students to understand the lasting contributions that Greeks made to the modern world.” — Danny Wasserman -
“I look forward to working with President Abernathy and the entire faculty, staff and administration in furthering Alma College’s mission.” — Kathleen Dougherty -
Faculty members John Davis, Ed Lorenz, Scott Messing, Cameron Reed and Carol Zeile are awarded emeritus status. -
The three rare volumes of the collective writings of Martin Luther bring history to life for Alma’s students and scholars. -
Alma and partner schools are the first to use new course-sharing technology for delivering learning at multiple sites. -
Journal article recalls the wartime history of Los Alamos, N.M., and the development of the world’s first atomic bombs.
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Scott Mackenzie’s more than 20-year directing career includes a theatric performance in Saddam Hussein’s former presidential palace in Baghdad, Iraq.
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“Receiving accreditation is a crucial achievement that assures the public that our students are enrolled in a credible program that meets high standards.” — Judith McKenna -
Maurie Luetkemeier conducts the first known study to document changes in sweating function associated with tattooing. His research rings an alarm for potential health risks for heavily tattooed individuals.
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Professor Elizabeth Cameron warns that employees who post disparaging comments on social media may be at risk for workplace discipline. -
Public health campaigns were an essential element in creating a modern, strong Chinese nation, writes historian and Alma College faculty author Liping Bu.
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Amanda Harwood, Steuard Jensen, Joanne Gilbert and Angie Kelleher are the recipients of Alma’s top faculty awards for 2016-17. -
Faculty researcher Alex Montoye recommends the use of digital fitness devices to monitor physical activity. But he warns that they are not perfect and that there are some things they can’t measure.
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Long-time faculty members Julie Arnold, Joseph Beckmann, Myles McNally and William Palmer are awarded emeritus status.
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Repealing Obamacare may not be as easy as the Republicans suggest, and replacing it has many risks and uncertainties, says Alma College Professor Tom Ealey.
