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Monday, December 26, 2016

Researchers Map How the Brain Processes Faces From Sight to Recognition

CMU researchers used highly sophisticated brain imaging tools and computational methods to measure the real-time brain processes that convert the appearance of a face into the recognition of an individual.
Wednesday, December 21, 2016

Carnegie Mellon Launches First-of-its-Kind Behavioral Economics, Policy and Organizations Major

Recently, there has been an explosion of interest by government, non-profit and industry organizations to hire trained behavioral economists. To meet this demand, CMU has created the first and only undergraduate major in behavioral economics.
Tuesday, December 20, 2016

Martin Luther King, Jr. Writing Award Winners Tackle Self-Identity, Racism, Terrorism and Other Diverse Topics

What does it mean to be Asian-American? Or Nigerian-American? Or simply American? Winners in CMU's 2017 Martin Luther King, Jr. Writing Awards will read their poems and essays at an awards ceremony.
First Person: Networking and Career Building Don’t Have to be Overwhelming
Monday, December 19, 2016

First Person: Networking and Career Building Don’t Have to be Overwhelming

A senior professional writing major,member of the Humanities Scholars Program, publisher of "The Tartan" and involved in countless other activities on and off of campus, Sarah Gutekunst is no stranger to taking advantage of opportunities for students.
Student-Athletes Embrace Full CMU Experience
Thursday, December 15, 2016

Student-Athletes Embrace Full CMU Experience

The annual Student-Athlete Academic Achievement Celebration celebrates junior and senior athletes who have excelled balancing studies and sports. Dietrich College students Lisa Murphy and Tristan Lockwood share their experiences.
Capital One Competition Pairs Students With Alumni Mentors
Thursday, December 15, 2016

Capital One Competition Pairs Students With Alumni Mentors

What if a mobile device could tell how you're feeling? Juniors Natalya Buchwald and Rebecca Kern posed this question to develop a winning mobile app for an Information Systems Program class competition.
Obituary: Internationally Acclaimed Statistician Stephen E. Fienberg Changed the Field and Brought Statistics to Science and Public Policy
Wednesday, December 14, 2016

Obituary: Internationally Acclaimed Statistician Stephen E. Fienberg Changed the Field and Brought Statistics to Science and Public Policy

An internationally acclaimed statistician, Fienberg was best known for developing and using statistical applications to influence science and public policy in many areas, including aspects of human rights, privacy and confidentiality, forensics, survey and census taking.
Bringing Deliberative Democracy to Cuba
Tuesday, December 13, 2016

Bringing Deliberative Democracy to Cuba

CMU's Program for Deliberative Democracy is participating in a working group with key figures from Cuban pro-democracy groups to promote mutual learning between U.S. proponents of deliberative democracy and independent, Cuban civic leaders interested in the practice.
Alex John London Appointed To Department of Health and Human Services Committee
Monday, December 12, 2016

Alex John London Appointed To Department of Health and Human Services Committee

As part of the committee, London, professor of philosophy and director of the Center for Ethics and Policy, will advise, consult and make policy recommendations related to the safety of blood, blood products, organs and tissues. He will serve for two years. Save
Is Statistical Modeling Superior to Wisdom of Crowds?
Friday, December 09, 2016

Is Statistical Modeling Superior to Wisdom of Crowds?

CMU statisticians and computer scientists are working with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to develop methods of accurately forecasting flu activity.
Behind the Scenes at The HistoryMakers
Tuesday, December 06, 2016

Behind the Scenes at The HistoryMakers

The HistoryMakers is the largest African-American oral video archive in the world. CMU has many connections to the project, including alumnus Dionti Davis who works for the non-profit.
Inventing Languages, One Philosophy Course at a Time
Monday, December 05, 2016

Inventing Languages, One Philosophy Course at a Time

Why do languages work the way that they do? Why do they follow certain rules? "Invented Languages" was designed to get students thinking about language in a whole new way, and in doing so, inventing their own languages from scratch.
QSSS and HSP Scholars Delve Into the Digital Humanities
Friday, December 02, 2016

QSSS and HSP Scholars Delve Into the Digital Humanities

It may seem that students in the Dietrich College's Quantitative Social Science Scholars (QSSS) Program and Humanities Scholars Program (HSP) are studying different subjects and learning to approach their various disciplines in contrasting ways. But as first-year students in each program recently learned, there is definitely some common ground.
J. David Creswell To Receive Prestigious Health Psychology Early Career Award
Friday, December 02, 2016

J. David Creswell To Receive Prestigious Health Psychology Early Career Award

Creswell focuses on how the mind and brain influence stress resilience and physical health. Among his many discoveries, he was the first to determine the brain mechanisms that cause stress management strategies such as mindfulness meditation and self-affirmation to work.
Teaching Shakespeare
Thursday, December 01, 2016

Teaching Shakespeare

English Professor Peggy Knapp and Folger Shakespeare Library Director Michael Witmore recently discussed their techniques and experiences teaching Shakespeare and how their shared passion will leave a lasting imprint at CMU.
Trump Selects Kiron Skinner for Presidential Transition Team’s Executive Committee
Wednesday, November 30, 2016

Trump Selects Kiron Skinner for Presidential Transition Team’s Executive Committee

Kiron Skinner, founding director of the Institute for Politics and Strategy, has been selected to serve on President-Elect Donald J. Trump's executive committee for his transition team. Last week, Skinner joined Trump's transition team for the National Security Council.
Lost Love Leads to Study of Emotion
Wednesday, November 30, 2016

Lost Love Leads to Study of Emotion

As part of a joint project between the English Department and Entertainment Technology Center, students asked Pittsburgh residents to share objects that represented broken relationships and then designed an exhibition for the Museum of Broken Relationships Pittsburgh.
College Conversation on Race, Community and Marginalization
Tuesday, November 29, 2016

College Conversation on Race, Community and Marginalization

The Dietrich College is holding a College Conversation on the challenges and threats that face our community, including racism, sexism, homophobia and xenophobia. All students, faculty and staff are all encouraged to attend.
Value of Research Instilled From the Start
Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Value of Research Instilled From the Start

Whether through research training courses or senior honors theses, undergraduate students in the Dietrich College have opportunities to engage in research at every turn. These students contribute to knowledge on diverse topics alongside the best and brightest in their fields.
Scholarship Lets Students Immerse in Research
Monday, November 28, 2016

Scholarship Lets Students Immerse in Research

Amanda Thiele, a junior neuroscience major, knew she was interested in attending medical school. A trip to Ghana and shadowing at a local hospital confirmed that.The experience was funded by the Jennings Family Brave Companions Fund, which supports underrepresented Carnegie Mellon University students to conduct summer research. It was founded by CMU Board of Trustee member Larry Jennings.
Thanksgiving Dinner’s Carbon Footprint: A State-by-State Comparison
Tuesday, November 22, 2016

Thanksgiving Dinner’s Carbon Footprint: A State-by-State Comparison

Researchers in the Department of Social and Decision Sciences calculated the carbon footprint of a typical Thanksgiving feast - roasted turkey stuffed with sausage and apples, green bean casserole and pumpkin pie - for each state.
CMU, City Officials Write the Book on Deliberative Democracy
Tuesday, November 22, 2016

CMU, City Officials Write the Book on Deliberative Democracy

Through deliberative democracy, ordinary citizens are empowered to play an active role in policy decisions. With help from Carnegie Mellon University's Program for Deliberative Democracy, the City of Pittsburgh is becoming a national model for this community-driven approach to addressing important issues. SaveSave
Skinner Joins Trump’s National Security Council Transition Team
Monday, November 21, 2016

Skinner Joins Trump’s National Security Council Transition Team

Kiron Skinner, founding director of the Institute for Politics and Strategy in the Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences,has joined President-Elect Donald J. Trump's transition team for the National Security Council.
Children's School Hosts Inquiry-Based Learning Session
Monday, November 21, 2016

Children's School Hosts Inquiry-Based Learning Session

Earlier this month, the Children's School hosted educators for "Inquiry Learning and Loose Parts," an evening of networking and sharing of teaching methods. Approximately 70 attendees discussed classroom investigations and demonstrated creative uses of materials, from super bubbles and worm habitats, to glow-in-the-dark beads and cardboard cities.
DUC Helps Students Talk About Their Work
Friday, November 18, 2016

DUC Helps Students Talk About Their Work

The ability to explain complicated information is often the key to landing a job or a promotion or securing funding.Dietrich College students are lucky that the Dietrich Undergraduate Colloquium (DUC) gives them an outlet to practice presenting and sharing their work.
Students Publish "Confessions From Pittsburgh"
Friday, November 18, 2016

Students Publish "Confessions From Pittsburgh"

English Professor Jane Bernstein's class spent this semester seeking out stories of loss from locals and putting their narratives on paper, while keeping track of their own emotional journeys. Soon, their thoughts and the tales of heartbroken Pittsburghers will be published in a book.
Making PROGRESS
Wednesday, November 16, 2016

Making PROGRESS

Based on Linda Babcock's research, PROGRESS aims to improve society by helping women and girls improve their skills in diplomacy and bargaining. "Negotiation is an important part of ensuring that women are paid fairly in the workplace," Babcock said.
Researchers Develop Way To "Fingerprint" the Brain
Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Researchers Develop Way To "Fingerprint" the Brain

The CMU-led team used diffusion MRI to map the brain's structural connections and found that each person's connections are so unique that they could identify a person based on this brain "fingerprint" with nearly perfect accuracy. The results also show that the brain's distinctiveness changes over time, which could help researchers determine how different factors impact the brain.
BrainHub Researchers Present at Neuroscience 2016
Friday, November 11, 2016

BrainHub Researchers Present at Neuroscience 2016

Researchers affiliated with Carnegie Mellon University's BrainHub neuroscience research initiative are involved in more than 50 research posters and presentations at Neuroscience 2016, the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience.
Lessons Learned From the Software Industry
Friday, November 11, 2016

Lessons Learned From the Software Industry

Adam Gross (DC'94) has weathered the dot-com crash, founded two companies, worked in marketing, product management and leadership roles and invested in startups. Every step of the way he has learned valuable lessons, which he shared with a room full of budding entrepreneurs at CMU.
Key To Cybersecurity Lies Between Policy and Tech, Says Former CIA Director
Wednesday, November 09, 2016

Key To Cybersecurity Lies Between Policy and Tech, Says Former CIA Director

The cyber domain - a man-made arena shared by nation-states, corporations, criminal gangs, lone hackers and law-abiding citizens - has rocketed beyond established policy and upended the idea that governments provide the first line of defense for their citizens, America's former spymaster Gen. Michael Hayden told a CMU audience.
Statistics Department Honors One of Its Finest
Tuesday, November 08, 2016

Statistics Department Honors One of Its Finest

It is not easy to sum up-or celebrate-the career of a legend. The Department of Statistics stepped up to the challenge recently when they honored Stephen E. Fienberg. Loosely dubbed "Steve-a-polooza," the two-day event brought nearly 150 people to campus for a dinner and series of talks.
CMU’s Lisa Tetrault Reacts to Women Placing "I Voted" Stickers on Susan B. Anthony’s Grave
Tuesday, November 08, 2016

CMU’s Lisa Tetrault Reacts to Women Placing "I Voted" Stickers on Susan B. Anthony’s Grave

As the U.S. heads to the polls today to perhaps elect the country's first female president, it was reported that women were lining up to place "I Voted" stickers on the Rochester, N.Y., grave of Susan B. Anthony, the nation's most prominent women's suffrage activist.
Students: Dive Into Research
Friday, November 04, 2016

Students: Dive Into Research

At CMU, undergraduate students are encouraged to dive into groundbreaking research early in their academic careers. But such a major undertaking requires specialized skills. Fortunately, freshmen and sophomores in the Dietrich College can gain those skills through the college's Research Training Program.
Phi Beta Kappa Society Inducts Fourteen Outstanding Students
Friday, November 04, 2016

Phi Beta Kappa Society Inducts Fourteen Outstanding Students

Fourteen students have been inducted into CMU's chapter of the Phi Beta Kappa Society, including four from the Dietrich College.The early initiation ceremony included keynote presentations from Dietrich College alumnae Eleanor Haglund and Lucy Pei.
Brain "Reads" Sentences the Same in English and Portuguese
Thursday, November 03, 2016

Brain "Reads" Sentences the Same in English and Portuguese

A CMU-led research team has found that when the brain "reads" or decodes a sentence in English or Portuguese, its neural activation patterns are the same. The study is the first to show that different languages have similar neural signatures for describing events and scenes, and the findings can be used to improve machine translation, brain decoding across languages and, potentially, second language instruction.
The American Flag in Photography and Poetry
Thursday, November 03, 2016

The American Flag in Photography and Poetry

The latest project from Charlee Brodsky and Jim Daniels brings into focus everyday appearances of the flag in working class neighborhoods and sparks a dialogue about belonging, patriotism and individual expression.
Who Is Coming Out and Why It Matters
Tuesday, November 01, 2016

Who Is Coming Out and Why It Matters

Gary J. Gates (HNZ'00) has collected data on LGBT populations that have impacted everything from pop culture to public policy. This fall, Gates presented CMU's 2016 Kim and Eric Giler Lecture in the Humanities, "LGBT Research: Science in the Public Square."
The Simon Initiative and CMU’s Digital Education Revolution
Tuesday, November 01, 2016

The Simon Initiative and CMU’s Digital Education Revolution

Dietrich College is at the center of the university's goal to transform higher education instruction through CMU-led advances in learning science and its applications. Learn more about it through One Day in the Life.
Dietrich College Hires Associate Dean for Advancement
Monday, October 31, 2016

Dietrich College Hires Associate Dean for Advancement

In this newly created role, Elizabeth (Liz) Cooper will lead the Dietrich College's individual giving and alumni programs and coordinate them with the university's overall fundraising and alumni efforts.
Alumni Returning for Under Construction: Building Your Future
Monday, October 31, 2016

Alumni Returning for Under Construction: Building Your Future

Nearly 40 Dietrich College alumni will return to campus on Nov. 19 for Under Construction: Building Your Future. They will share their experiences on how they used their CMU education to build successful careers in almost every industry and field imaginable.
Neurons to Neighborhoods
Friday, October 28, 2016

Neurons to Neighborhoods

If there was one critical takeaway from BrainHub's first community outreach event, it was the vital role that parents, teachers and caregivers play in healthy brain development in children. The day-long session brought together neuroscientists and representatives of nearly 50 organizations.
CMU Sports Analytics Team Hacks for NBA
Friday, October 28, 2016

CMU Sports Analytics Team Hacks for NBA

Four CMU students competed in the NBA's first Basketball Analytics Hackathon. Senior Suvrath Penmetcha's team came in fifth place out of 60 teams.
Chinese Language Educators Gather at CMU to Share Ideas
Thursday, October 27, 2016

Chinese Language Educators Gather at CMU to Share Ideas

This fall, over 110 Chinese language teachers came to CMU to exchange ideas at the fifth biannual CLTA-WPA Foreign Language Teaching Symposium. The daylong event included workshops and panel discussions on topics like Chinese culture instruction and technology-enhanced learning (TEL).
Startup Sparked By a Quest for the Truth
Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Startup Sparked By a Quest for the Truth

Dietrich College alumnus Luke Brindle-Khym is passionate about truth and justice - and he's turned his passion into a career. In 2010, Brindle-Khym launched Quest Research & Investigations LLC, a firm that collects evidence and investigates corporate misconduct.
Revisiting "Tristana"
Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Revisiting "Tristana"

Spanish novelist Benito Pérez Galdós wrote "Tristana" in 1892, but its theme-the limitations placed on women in nineteenth-century Spain-resonates today. Susan Polansky, head of CMU's Department of Modern Languages, recently published an unabridged, "student-friendly" version of the famous novel.
Seven Andrew W. Mellon Fellows Selected
Friday, October 21, 2016

Seven Andrew W. Mellon Fellows Selected

CMU's Dietrich College has selected seven Andrew W. Mellon Fellows. The Ph.D. students are preparing to start ambitious projects that blend research from the English, History, Modern Languages and Philosophy Departments with cutting-edge technology to create new applications for humanities work. Save
Senior Psychology Student Excels On and Off the Court
Friday, October 21, 2016

Senior Psychology Student Excels On and Off the Court

Lisa Murphy is the most accomplished women's basketball player in CMU history. But while her achievements on the court are certainly prolific, it is the work she's done off the court that has made a lasting impact on the university and local communities.
Digital Archive Shares In-Depth Stories of Black America
Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Digital Archive Shares In-Depth Stories of Black America

The HistoryMakers is the largest African-American oral video archive in the world. Thanks to a longtime partnership with CMU, the online database is searchable and available for students and scholars at subscribing institutions including Carnegie Mellon, Harvard, Yale and Princeton, among many others.
Looking for Career Inspiration? Build Your Future at Under Construction.
Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Looking for Career Inspiration? Build Your Future at Under Construction.

Dozens of Dietrich College alumni are returning to campus on Nov.19 to help current students develop potential career paths. Seniors Amelia Britton, Vaasavi Unnava and Alex Lin share their previous Under Construction experiences. Register now!
Against the Grain: Edda L. Fields-Black and the History of Rice
Monday, October 17, 2016

Against the Grain: Edda L. Fields-Black and the History of Rice

For CMU's Edda L. Fields-Black, every grain of rice tells a story. The tiny seed is the centerpiece of all her work, including her role as an adviser at the new Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture.
MLK, Jr. Writing Awards Impact Winners’ Families
Friday, October 14, 2016

MLK, Jr. Writing Awards Impact Winners’ Families

The first time CMU Professor Cleotilde "Coty" Gonzalez read her son's poem, "Questions for a Black Mother," she got goosebumps.Her son, Suhail Gharaibeh-Gonzalez, won second place in high school poetry at CMU's 2016 Martin Luther King, Jr. Writing Awards.
Design Cognition’s Dynamic Duo
Friday, October 14, 2016

Design Cognition’s Dynamic Duo

Over the past two decades, CMU's Ken Kotovsky and Jon Cagan have worked at the intersection of psychology and mechanical engineering. The professors use their understanding of the cognitive processes involved in human problem solving to improve engineering design.
CMU Students Collecting Pieces of Broken Relationships
Wednesday, October 12, 2016

CMU Students Collecting Pieces of Broken Relationships

At one point or another, we've all either been the Carrie Bradshaw on the receiving end of Sex and the City's infamous break-up Post-it or the Jack Berger dishing it out. CMU students are giving Pittsburghers the opportunity to release their own lost loves in the Museum of Broken Relationships- Pittsburgh. They are looking for objects from broken relationships of any kind.
LGBT Demographics Expert to Speak at CMU
Tuesday, October 11, 2016

LGBT Demographics Expert to Speak at CMU

Gary J. Gates is a trailblazer in demographic, geographic and economic research on LBGT individuals and families. Gates will present the 2016 CMU Kim and Eric Giler Lecture in the Humanities, "LGBT Research: Science in the Public Square," on Monday, Oct. 24.
Andrew Carnegie Society Scholars Announced
Monday, October 10, 2016

Andrew Carnegie Society Scholars Announced

ACS Scholars are CMU undergraduates who combine high academic standards with a range of extracurricular activities. Eight Dietrich College students have been selected for the current academic year.
The Pittsburgh Stories of Willa Cather
Monday, October 10, 2016

The Pittsburgh Stories of Willa Cather

When most people hear the name "Willa Cather," they think of her ties to the prairies of the American Midwest. But in a collection published by Carnegie Mellon University Press, late author Peter Oresick uncovered Cather's work from a fruitful decade in Pittsburgh.
Listening Into 2030
Thursday, October 06, 2016

Listening Into 2030

Recent advances in hearing therapies and prosthetics are paving the way for new technologies in speech communication and the hearing sciences. And CMU's Casey Roark is helping create a roadmap that will guide the next 14 years of development.
Summit To Showcase Innovative, Effective Strategies for Teaching, Learning
Thursday, October 06, 2016

Summit To Showcase Innovative, Effective Strategies for Teaching, Learning

The inaugural Teaching & Learning Summit will be an opportunity for faculty, postdoctoral researchers, graduate students and staff to discuss and exchange teaching strategies and explore how educational research at the university can be applied in classrooms.
CMU Information Systems Team Wins Boeing Competition
Wednesday, October 05, 2016

CMU Information Systems Team Wins Boeing Competition

How does a company like Boeing predict and assess security threats? To answer this question, three juniors in the Dietrich College's Information Systems (IS) Program embarked on an ambitious security management project - and now their ideas are taking flight.
I'm Not the Person You Know But the Guy That You See
Tuesday, October 04, 2016

I'm Not the Person You Know But the Guy That You See

It is safe to say that CMU senior electrical engineering major Kevin Lee did not expect to become an award-winning poet during college, but that is exactly what has happened. Lee won first place in the 2016 Martin Luther King, Jr. Writing Awards college poetry category, and he had only started writing poems a few months earlier. He talks about the experience.
Hillary Clinton’s Contrasting Memoir Writing Styles Linked to Her Public Perception Problems
Tuesday, October 04, 2016

Hillary Clinton’s Contrasting Memoir Writing Styles Linked to Her Public Perception Problems

A new analysis of Hillary Clinton's two political memoirs has discovered links to the U.S democratic presidential candidate's public perception problems.
Voting Questions? There’s a Website for That.
Tuesday, October 04, 2016

Voting Questions? There’s a Website for That.

With about a month left until the U.S. presidential election, there is even less time to register to vote. There are also other options for U.S. citizens who want to exercise their right to vote, including early voting and using absentee ballots. But guidelines are different for every county and voting district, so finding one place with all of the necessary information can be challenging. Save
Career Fairs, Networking Opportunities and More Professional Development Events
Thursday, September 29, 2016

Career Fairs, Networking Opportunities and More Professional Development Events

It is never too early to start thinking about different career and professional options. CMU and the Dietrich College host and coordinate various events throughout the year to help students network, learn about internship and other opportunities, meet with employers and much more.
Presidential Fellows & Scholars Announced
Wednesday, September 28, 2016

Presidential Fellows & Scholars Announced

CMU has named its Presidential Fellows and Scholars for the 2016-2017 academic year. The group includes 22 undergraduate and graduate students in the Dietrich College.
After CMU: Building a Career in Technology
Wednesday, September 28, 2016

After CMU: Building a Career in Technology

Heroku CEO and CMU alumnus Adam Gross (DC'94) will present "After CMU: Building a Career in Technology" on Tuesday, Nov. 1 as part of the Dietrich College Entrepreneurs Speaker Series.The lecture is also sponsored by CMU's Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
Undergrads Win Psychology Research Awards
Tuesday, September 27, 2016

Undergrads Win Psychology Research Awards

Alyssa Aburachis (DC'18) and Cristina Molina (DC'17) have received the 2016 Ireland Undergraduate Research Awards."Hands-on research involvement is at the core of the CMU educational experience, and our undergraduate psychology program," said Michael J. Tarr, head of the Department of Psychology.
Language Lovers Find a Home in CMU’s Linguistics Program
Thursday, September 22, 2016

Language Lovers Find a Home in CMU’s Linguistics Program

Linguistics provides us with tools to help crack the code that underlies many languages. Professor Mandy Simons spearheaded the major in 2007 as an "academic home" for a growing number of students who completed the linguistics minor and wanted to learn more.
Polish Your Research Presentation Skills
Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Polish Your Research Presentation Skills

Undergraduate students are encouraged to present new, ongoing or completed research or creative work at the 2016 Dietrich Undergraduate Colloquium (DUC). Proposals are due Oct. 15.
"Smile Scores" Don’t Reveal Student Learning
Sunday, September 18, 2016

"Smile Scores" Don’t Reveal Student Learning

Surveys that ask students what they liked and did not like-or even what they learned-are not the best way to measure learning outcomes.Marsha Lovett explains why this is the case in a new blog for the Huffington Post.
CMU’s BrainHub To Host First Neurons to Neighborhoods Event
Friday, September 16, 2016

CMU’s BrainHub To Host First Neurons to Neighborhoods Event

BrainHub will bring some of the nation's leading early childhood development experts together with local and state policymakers and practitioners for its first Neurons to Neighborhoods community outreach event on Friday, Sept. 30.
Meet and Greet Held for Ethics, History and Public Policy Students, Faculty
Thursday, September 15, 2016

Meet and Greet Held for Ethics, History and Public Policy Students, Faculty

The joint major-between the History and Philosophy Departments-offers numerous and varied course options and paths, covering topics from political philosophy to the foundations of social science. And the semester is off to a fun start.
A Whole New Ballgame for Statistics Students
Wednesday, September 14, 2016

A Whole New Ballgame for Statistics Students

Earlier this month, undergraduate students in the Dietrich College's statistics major and members of the Tartan Sports Analytics Club attended a Pittsburgh Pirates game, where they learned how the team uses sports analytics in a private meeting with Pirates staff.
Center for Human Rights Science Adds Staff in Statistics, Media Analytics
Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Center for Human Rights Science Adds Staff in Statistics, Media Analytics

Robin Mejia and Enrique Piracés will help advance the state of human rights documentation and build collaborations between scientists and human rights advocates.
David Danks Named L.L. Thurstone Professor of Philosophy and Psychology
Monday, September 12, 2016

David Danks Named L.L. Thurstone Professor of Philosophy and Psychology

Danks, head of the Department of Philosophy, uses computational cognitive science to develop computational models to describe, predict and, most importantly, explain human behavior. Save
Remembering 9/11
Friday, September 09, 2016

Remembering 9/11

As the country marks the 15th anniversary of 9/11, a CMU alumna continues to encourage hope and healing in a unique way. Regina Ress, an award-winning storyteller, actor, writer and educator, travels throughout the country to perform "Compassion, Generosity and Grace: Stories from 9/11."
Drama Queens! Unites Two Generations of Feminist Performers
Friday, September 09, 2016

Drama Queens! Unites Two Generations of Feminist Performers

CMU professors Kristina Straub and Wendy Arons brought together six performance artists-whose work spans comedy, theater and writing on everything from lesbian desire to transgender experience-for Drama Queens!, a two-day event hosted by the Center for the Arts in Society.
Who Owns the Dead?
Thursday, September 08, 2016

Who Owns the Dead?

In a new book, Jay D. Aronson details the reasons why a promise was made to identify all victims of the September 11th World Trade Center terrorist attack and why living up to the task has been so challenging.
Baruch Fischhoff Joins the Institute for Politics and Strategy
Wednesday, September 07, 2016

Baruch Fischhoff Joins the Institute for Politics and Strategy

Adding Fischhoff, a world-renowned decision scientist, to the institute's faculty will make it the first international relations program at a top research university with decision science as a core part of the discipline.
Wherefore Art Thou, Folio?
Thursday, September 01, 2016

Wherefore Art Thou, Folio?

Fans of William Shakespeare have a rare opportunity this year to view the first collected edition of his plays, known as the First Folio, at CMU. The exhibit, which runs through Nov. 30, was co-curated by English Professor Kristina Straub and will have several special events tied to it.
Herzog’s “Lo and Behold” To Screen at CMU
Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Herzog’s “Lo and Behold” To Screen at CMU

The film seeks to chronicle the virtual world from its origins to its outermost regions. On the way, Herzog encounters a number of Carnegie Mellon researchers and projects.The entire CMU campus is invited. Admission is first-come, first-served; a CMU ID is required.
Off to a Great Start
Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Off to a Great Start

With the new academic year officially underway, learn all about how the Class of 2020 was welcomed into the Dietrich College community, the college's newest faculty members, what professors are most excited about and much more.
Class of 2020 Welcomed to the Dietrich College Community
Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Class of 2020 Welcomed to the Dietrich College Community

Freedom of speech and opinion. Evidence and rigor. Diversity. Civility and respect. According to Richard Scheines, dean of the Dietrich College, these are just a few of the core values of Carnegie Mellon University.
Meet the Newest Dietrich College Faculty Members
Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Meet the Newest Dietrich College Faculty Members

As Baker Hall fills with students who are eager to learn from the Dietrich College's world-class faculty, freshmen aren't the only new faces. The college is welcoming professors and post-doctoral researchers across a range of disciplines.
Professors Are Excited About Back-to-School, Too
Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Professors Are Excited About Back-to-School, Too

When you were a kid, "back-to-school" probably meant newly sharpened pencils, crisp notebooks full of blank paper, maybe a new backpack or lunchbox-all symbolizing a fresh start and infinite possibilities.
Writing Contest Helps Students Deal
Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Writing Contest Helps Students Deal

When Deborah Monti was a high school junior, she wrote a poem that expressed her feelings about not seeing herself reflected in the images of Latinas she saw in the media. Her poem won first place in the Martin Luther King, Jr. Writing Awards.
Robert E. Kass To Receive Maurice Falk Professorship
Monday, August 29, 2016

Robert E. Kass To Receive Maurice Falk Professorship

Carnegie Mellon University's Robert E. Kass will receive the Maurice Falk Professorship in Statistics and Computational Neuroscience in recognition of his outstanding contributions to statistical theory and applying statistics in neuroscience.
Convocation Sets Stage for a New Beginning
Friday, August 26, 2016

Convocation Sets Stage for a New Beginning

CMU welcomed the Class of 2020. Dietrich College Senior Sree Unnava and Associate Professor of History Scott Sandage both spoke to the incoming freshmen, offering advice and inspiration.
With a Pogo Stick, the Sky’s the Limit
Thursday, August 25, 2016

With a Pogo Stick, the Sky’s the Limit

Nick Ryan (DC'11) was still a student at CMU when he co-founded Xpogo. Today, as the company's CEO, he works tirelessly to transform the perception of pogo from a toy to a sports lifestyle through events like Pogopalooza.
No-Homework Policy? CMU’s Steven Schlossman Responds
Wednesday, August 24, 2016

No-Homework Policy? CMU’s Steven Schlossman Responds

CMU's Steven Schlossman has extensively researched the history of homework as a divisive problem in American schooling between the 1820s and the present.
Shakespeare, Austen and the Cult of Celebrity
Wednesday, August 24, 2016

Shakespeare, Austen and the Cult of Celebrity

A new exhibition at the Folger Shakespeare Library examines "Will and Jane" and their literary afterlives. Co-curated by CMU's Kristina Straub, it shows how milestone events and artifacts (like the shirt Colin Firth wore in the BBC mini-series "Pride and Prejudice") affected their legacies and popularity.
Simplify and Standardize Health Insurance Plans, Advise CMU Behavioral Economists
Tuesday, August 23, 2016

Simplify and Standardize Health Insurance Plans, Advise CMU Behavioral Economists

Choosing a health insurance plan - whether through an employer, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) or Medicare - is complicated and stressful and often leads to consumers making costly mistakes.
Spring 2016 Dean’s List Announced
Tuesday, August 23, 2016

Spring 2016 Dean’s List Announced

Congratulations to all of the undergraduate students who have been named to the Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences Dean's List for the Spring 2016 semester.
Incoming Freshman, Father Bond Over Cross-Country Bus Journey
Friday, August 19, 2016

Incoming Freshman, Father Bond Over Cross-Country Bus Journey

In the months leading up to the start of his freshman year, Darian Cohen worked with his father, Graeme Cohen, to turn a school bus from Tennessee into a functional home, complete with composting toilet, refrigerator, kitchenette, bed and other amenities.
Still Something Rattles
Friday, August 19, 2016

Still Something Rattles

As a poet and spoken word artist, you could say that storytelling is in Terence Degnan's blood. But it does not end there. Degnan is also interested in how the world around us makes us who we are.
Three Research-Backed Tips for Back-to-School
Tuesday, August 16, 2016

Three Research-Backed Tips for Back-to-School

With more than 205 trillion ways to teach and learn, it is easy to understand why going back to school can be overwhelming for students at any level-and their instructors. Here are three research-backed tips to help start the school year off on the right foot.
Honors Fellows Wrap Up Summer Research
Monday, August 15, 2016

Honors Fellows Wrap Up Summer Research

Eleven Dietrich College Honors Fellows are poised to begin their senior year with a head start on piloting psychological studies, conducting field research and laying the groundwork for film and writing projects. They recently shared their works-in-progress.
Forty Years of CMU Statistics and the National Academy of Sciences
Thursday, August 11, 2016

Forty Years of CMU Statistics and the National Academy of Sciences

For more than four decades, faculty members from CMU's Department of Statistics have played a vital role in analyzing research data, helping to shape policy decisions that impact our lives through their work with the National Academy of Sciences.
Pittsburgh's Universities Go to Summer School
Wednesday, August 10, 2016

Pittsburgh's Universities Go to Summer School

CMU's Simon Initiative collaborated with the Pittsburgh Council on Higher Education (PCHE) to hold the first-of-its-kind PCHE Simon Summer School to support educators in incorporating Simon technologies and approach into their instruction at their home institutions.
Six Degrees of Francis Bacon Awarded Coveted NEH Grant
Tuesday, August 09, 2016

Six Degrees of Francis Bacon Awarded Coveted NEH Grant

The interactive online project that allows anyone to trace the personal relationships among figures like Bacon, William Shakespeare, Isaac Newton and many others has received a coveted National Endowment for the Humanities Digital Humanities grant.
Beyond the Binary: Q&A with Satvika Neti & Ashley Sobhani
Thursday, August 04, 2016

Beyond the Binary: Q&A with Satvika Neti & Ashley Sobhani

Apps are ubiquitous. We use them to order food, teach our kids and track healthy habits. And with the help of CMU alumnae Satvika Neti (DC'16) and Ashley Sobhani (DC'16), apps are bringing attention to sexual violence and bystander culture on college campuses.
Snapshots of CMU Psychology Alumni and Their Achievements
Tuesday, August 02, 2016

Snapshots of CMU Psychology Alumni and Their Achievements

Stuart Card (DC'78), a consulting computer science professor at Stanford University, is one of the co-founders of the human-computer interaction field. Kevin Gluck (DC'99) is a principal cognitive scientist at the Air Force Research Laboratory. Jessica Cicchino (DC'09) is the vice president of research at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Learn about their accomplishments as well as many others in this slideshow.
A Century of CMU Psychology
Friday, July 29, 2016

A Century of CMU Psychology

Over the past year, the Psychology Department celebrated its past, present and future."The most gratifying part about being a teacher is watching your former students succeed. In the Psychology Department, we are spoiled. Our graduates are at the top of many different industries and fields, and that is our real legacy," said Professor Marcel Just
Express Yourself: Writing Contest Encourages Exploration of Racial, Cultural Struggles
Thursday, July 28, 2016

Express Yourself: Writing Contest Encourages Exploration of Racial, Cultural Struggles

High school and college students throughout western Pennsylvania are encouraged to submit their poetry and prose to CMU's Martin Luther King, Jr. Writing Awards.
Summer School Helps Students Build Tech Tools To Improve Learning
Wednesday, July 27, 2016

Summer School Helps Students Build Tech Tools To Improve Learning

LearnLab Director and Psychology Professor Ken Koedinger led a weeklong course to teach participants about the leading tools that merge education, data and technology - all of which are developed by CMU researchers.
Werner Herzog Film Featuring CMU Scientists To Screen July 29
Friday, July 22, 2016

Werner Herzog Film Featuring CMU Scientists To Screen July 29

The latest trailer for Werner Herzog's new documentary features an interview with CMU's Marcel Just in which he speculates on the potential to someday "tweet" thoughts. Just, the D.O. Hebb University Professor of Psychology, is one of several CMU scientists highlighted in "Lo and Behold: Reveries of the Connected World."
Watching the Brain Do Math
Thursday, July 21, 2016

Watching the Brain Do Math

A new neuroimaging study reveals the mental stages people go through as they are solving challenging math problems. Insights from this new work may eventually be applied to the design of more effective classroom instruction - particularly in the form of improving cognitive tutors by creating models that match the brain activation and thinking patterns used to solve these problems.
Honors Fellows Confront Fear of Failure
Thursday, July 21, 2016

Honors Fellows Confront Fear of Failure

Scott Sandage knows failure. Throughout the 13-year process of writing "Born Losers: A History of Failure in America," the CMU historian experienced personal and professional setbacks that intersected with his research. He recently spoke with the Dietrich College Honors Fellows about his own struggles with failure and how to confront their fears.
Undergrads “Speak Up” About Their Research
Monday, July 18, 2016

Undergrads “Speak Up” About Their Research

Public speaking is enough to make anyone sweat. Now imagine condensing months of intensive research into a three-minute presentation and delivering it to a room full of your peers. This summer, 100 CMU undergraduate students did just that at the first ever Speak Up! Communications Session.
To Cut Calories, Place Online Food Orders Ahead of Time
Monday, July 18, 2016

To Cut Calories, Place Online Food Orders Ahead of Time

New research shows that people choose higher-calorie meals when ordering immediately before eating and lower-calorie meals when orders are placed an hour or more in advance.
A Marathon for the Brain
Monday, July 18, 2016

A Marathon for the Brain

In the first NeuroHackathon at Carnegie Mellon University, graduate students uncovered an approach that could speed up the pace of brain imaging techniques, such as MRI.
Picking Sides: The Evolutionary Origins of Reasoning
Monday, July 11, 2016

Picking Sides: The Evolutionary Origins of Reasoning

From the nightly news to Facebook posts, we're inundated with messages designed to persuade us. According to new research from CMU's Andy Norman, the urge to convince others has evolutionary roots. In a paper recently published in Biology & Philosophy, Norman argues that the ability to reason allowed our ancestors to build and maintain shared outlooks.
TV Guides: Alumni Channel Efforts for Kids’ Sake
Sunday, July 10, 2016

TV Guides: Alumni Channel Efforts for Kids’ Sake

As co-director and Rita McGinley Chair of the Fred Rogers Center for Early Learning and Children's Media at St. Vincent College, Junlei Li is among the CMU alumni who have made sunny and beautiful days in the neighborhood by playing significant roles in educational television.
Artist Captures Beauty of the Brain
Tuesday, July 05, 2016

Artist Captures Beauty of the Brain

Greg Dunn, a trained neuroscientist, has spent hours examining nerve cells under the microscope. Within the complex networks of neuron branches, he discovered unexpected beauty.CMU's John Pyles collaborated with Dunn on his latest project, "Self Reflected," which will join the permanent collection at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia. The artwork features images and data from Pyles' own brain.
Blogging Away: Honors Fellows Share Discoveries, Work Processes
Friday, July 01, 2016

Blogging Away: Honors Fellows Share Discoveries, Work Processes

Eleven rising seniors in the Dietrich College have started developing their theses through the college's Honors Fellowship Program. The fellows have begun meeting with their advisers and reining in their research topics. And they're blogging about it, too. On the blog, fellows share how they balance work and play and offer an in-depth look at their research.
White House Includes CMU Forensic Science Work on Impact List
Monday, June 27, 2016

White House Includes CMU Forensic Science Work on Impact List

The White House released a list of 100 projects that exemplify President Barack Obama's commitment to reinvigorating U.S. science, technology and innovation efforts. Included on the list is the work by Statistics Professor Stephen E. Fienberg and his colleagues to improve the practice of forensic science.
What Honeybees Can Tell Us About Brexit
Monday, June 27, 2016

What Honeybees Can Tell Us About Brexit

When it's time to move their hives, honeybees are able to quickly identify a high-quality nesting site without approval from the king or queen bee - and they can provide us with insight into different political situations."Brexit seems to be an interesting case of decentralized decision making gone wrong," said John H. Miller, professor of economics in the Department of Social and Decision Sciences.
Meet Mark Patterson
Monday, June 27, 2016

Meet Mark Patterson

Mark Patterson uses observational data to study how people make decisions. So when it came time to choose a graduate school, Patterson carefully weighed the data - and it led him to CMU's Department of Social and Decision Sciences. Having recently finished his Ph.D in behavioral and decision research, he will now direct the Quantitative Social Science Scholars (QSSS) Program.
Career Guidance: New Course Explores Options, Helps Students Prepare
Friday, June 24, 2016

Career Guidance: New Course Explores Options, Helps Students Prepare

Planning the transition from college to career can be intimidating and overwhelming.A new fall course has been designed to help. In the "Pathways: Dietrich College Career Exploration Seminar" mini course, students will meet alumni, learn about their career trajectories and use their stories to inspire their own professional development plans.
Linking Political Buzz With Honeybees’ Search for New Hive
Thursday, June 23, 2016

Linking Political Buzz With Honeybees’ Search for New Hive

When it's time to move their hives, honeybees are able to quickly identify a high-quality nesting site without approval from the king or queen bee.CMU economist and complexity theorist John H. Miller argues that there are lessons to be learned by understanding how bees in a hive, and a variety of other systems, interact.
Undergrads Flock To CMU To Discover Statistical Possibilities
Thursday, June 23, 2016

Undergrads Flock To CMU To Discover Statistical Possibilities

From predicting emission lines of galaxies to identifying potential schizophrenia genes, there is no shortage for statistical applications. And for two years, undergraduates from around the country have come to CMU's Summer Undergraduate Experience in Statistics to realize the possibilities.
Dietrich College Honors Staff at Annual Luncheon
Tuesday, June 21, 2016

Dietrich College Honors Staff at Annual Luncheon

At the annual Dietrich College Staff Appreciation Luncheon, Dean Richard Scheines remarked on the ways staff works together to advance the mission of the college and of CMU as a whole. Before presenting Years of Service Awards, Scheines said, "If you were not a top-quality staff, we would not be a top-quality organization. Period."
Ten Simple Rules To Use Statistics Effectively
Monday, June 20, 2016

Ten Simple Rules To Use Statistics Effectively

Under growing pressure to report accurate findings as they interpret increasingly larger amounts of data, researchers are finding it more important than ever to follow sound statistical practices.For that reason, a team of statisticians including CMU's Robert E. Kass wrote "Ten Simple Rules for Effective Statistical Practice," part of the popular PLOS "Ten Simple Rules" series.
Helping To Make Better Online Food Choices
Monday, June 20, 2016

Helping To Make Better Online Food Choices

Menu labels have become a favorite tool for policymakers to fight obesity, despite a lack of evidence that the format encourages people to make healthier food choices. However, new research shows that "traffic light" color-coded labels, numeric labels and a combination of the two reduce the number of calories ordered in online food orders by about 10 percent.
Shattering Misconceptions About Women’s Decision-Making Power
Wednesday, June 15, 2016

Shattering Misconceptions About Women’s Decision-Making Power

On the S&P 1500, there are more male CEOs named "John" than there are female CEOs of any name.The "John Statistic" is just one of the discoveries CMU alumna Therese Huston (DC'93,'96) made while researching her new book, "How Women Decide: What's True, What's Not, and What Strategies Spark the Best Choices."
Athletes Rally, Shoot to Head of the Class
Monday, June 13, 2016

Athletes Rally, Shoot to Head of the Class

A dynamic doubles team and a determined, sharpshooting 1,000-point scorer were among the exceptional student-athletes this spring who brought distinction to CMU athletics on the court and in the classroom. Included in the group are 15 Dietrich College student athletes who earned perfect GPAs.
Smithsonian Pop-up Features History Research Reimagined Through Dance
Monday, June 13, 2016

Smithsonian Pop-up Features History Research Reimagined Through Dance

It's probably safe to say that Nico Slate never imagined his historical research would inspire dance performances.But that is exactly what happened at "CrossLines: A Culture Lab on Intersectionality." Renowned bharatanatyam dancer and choreographer Anjal Chande reimagined Slate's work on the anti-racist solidarities between South Asians and African Americans.
Your Brain on Winning a Tony
Wednesday, June 08, 2016

Your Brain on Winning a Tony

What's happening in the brain of a person who wins a Tony Award - or loses out?CMU scientists know exactly what their brain activation patterns look like. Back in 2013, a Dietrich College-led team was the first to identify the emotions that a person experiences - such as happy and sad - based on brain activity.
The 2016 U.S. Open
Tuesday, June 07, 2016

The 2016 U.S. Open

The storied, elegant and luring Oakmont Country Club, the site of this year's U.S. Open, is one of golf's greatest treasures. No one knows that better than CMU History Professor Steve Schlossman, who even co-wrote a book on "The Miracle at Oakmont" with alumnus Adam Lazarus.
Using Foreign Languages To Shape Career Paths
Tuesday, June 07, 2016

Using Foreign Languages To Shape Career Paths

In our increasingly globalized world, foreign language education is becoming more critical. Thankfully, CMU students have the Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences' Department of Modern Languages.
Shorter Patient Consent Forms, Video Formats Improve Comprehension
Monday, June 06, 2016

Shorter Patient Consent Forms, Video Formats Improve Comprehension

When patients participate in a clinical trial, they are required - for legal and ethical reasons - to complete consent forms that are typically long, complicated and filled with technical language. Some experts fear these forms can lead some patients to enroll in studies without fully understanding them and others to miss valuable opportunities.
The Many Ways to Study Latin America in the Dietrich College
Monday, June 06, 2016

The Many Ways to Study Latin America in the Dietrich College

Though CMU does not have a formal program devoted to studying Latin America's history, culture and politics, there is no shortage of research and educational opportunities.
Qualcomm Neurohackathon Teams Develop Solutions To Analyze Neuroscience Data
Thursday, May 26, 2016

Qualcomm Neurohackathon Teams Develop Solutions To Analyze Neuroscience Data

Five CMU graduate student teams competed in the Qualcomm Neurohackathon to develop solutions to analyze specific neuroscience data. Team "Coin Toss" won first place for their approaches to identify the brain's axonal connection trajectories. MRI fiber tracking has been widely used to map these trajectories, but identifying or classifying them is difficult due to the high complexity of neuroanatomy.
Show and Tell: Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Grant at Work
Thursday, May 26, 2016

Show and Tell: Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Grant at Work

While Earl Lewis was on campus to deliver the keynote speech at CMU's Commencement ceremony, he also had the opportunity to interact with students, researchers and faculty members. In one meeting, Lewis, president of the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, got to learn about the work that the foundation is supporting.
Sophomore Talks Philosophy, Internship Experience
Monday, May 23, 2016

Sophomore Talks Philosophy, Internship Experience

David Matvey (DC'18), an ethics, history and public policy major, spent the past semester in Washington, D.C., taking classes and interning in a senatorial office. He recently shared his experience and how he's preparing for a career in international relations.
Phi Beta Kappa Inducts 65 CMU Students
Saturday, May 21, 2016

Phi Beta Kappa Inducts 65 CMU Students

Thirty Dietrich College seniors were among 65 students inducted into Carnegie Mellon University's chapter of the Phi Beta Kappa Society during Commencement weekend. The initiation ceremony included a keynote presentation from Michael Murphy, vice president for campus affairs, who urged students to attack real-world problems in meaningful ways.
Finish a Story as Well as You Can
Friday, May 20, 2016

Finish a Story as Well as You Can

Award-winning novelist Ron Carlson met with Creative Writing students and said he takes his work very seriously.Carlson was on campus to give the keynote speech at the Adamson Student Writing Awards ceremony, an annual celebration of writing.
What's Not Exciting About Neuroscience?
Thursday, May 19, 2016

What's Not Exciting About Neuroscience?

Kevin Jarbo, a Ph.D. student in the Psychology Department, explores how both risk and uncertainty interact to influence decisions, and whether people can learn to accommodate both in a way that leads to improved decision-making.
Alumni Awards Honor Achievement, Service and Spirit
Thursday, May 19, 2016

Alumni Awards Honor Achievement, Service and Spirit

Beverley R. Wheeler (DC'76, HNZ'78) credits CMU for its unique combination of innovation, collaboration and cooperation. Wheeler is an adjunct faculty member in the Heinz College and a former president of CMU's Alumni Association.She was one of three outstanding Dietrich College alumnae honored at an awards ceremony over Commencement weekend. Siriana Abboud (DC'16) and Minnar Xie (DC'16) also received awards.
Simon ProSEED Grants Awarded to Nine Learning Science Projects
Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Simon ProSEED Grants Awarded to Nine Learning Science Projects

Five of the TEL projects designed to improve education for CMU students while advancing our understanding of how humans learn involve Dietrich College faculty members.
BrainHub To Host First Neurohackathon
Tuesday, May 17, 2016

BrainHub To Host First Neurohackathon

Sponsored by Qualcomm, it is one of the first hackathons to engage computer and data scientists in using one of the hardest systems to crack: the structure of neural data and the brain. All CMU graduate students are invited to join a team.
CMU Police Officer Nabs Bachelor’s Degree
Tuesday, May 17, 2016

CMU Police Officer Nabs Bachelor’s Degree

Since 2006, Joseph Bernarding, a CMU police officer, husband, father, soccer coach and scout leader has been pursuing his bachelor's degree in ethics, history and public policy (EHPP). He is now officially a graduate.
Graduates Urged To Put Their Hearts Into Their Work
Monday, May 16, 2016

Graduates Urged To Put Their Hearts Into Their Work

"Do the unimagined. Discover the undiscoverable. Change the world - responsibly." Reciting those words, more than 5,000 graduates at CMU's 119th Commencement ceremony Sunday joined social historian and keynote speaker Earl Lewis in pledging to use their educations actively, throughout their lives, to the benefit of others. Read more, watch videos and view photos from the main ceremony.
Behrmann Earns Highest Faculty Distinction
Friday, May 13, 2016

Behrmann Earns Highest Faculty Distinction

Three Carnegie Mellon University faculty members, including the Dietrich College's Marlene Behrmann, have received the elite distinction of University Professor, the highest academic accolade a faculty member can achieve at Carnegie Mellon.
Students, Alumna Receive Fulbright Awards
Thursday, May 12, 2016

Students, Alumna Receive Fulbright Awards

CMU's four Fulbright award winners for 2016 will research, study and report across three continents. One student and one alumna from the Dietrich College are among the new recipients. Additionally, Juan Acosta (DC'15), will pursue his Fulbright that was awarded last year.
Alumna Receives Rare NSF Fellowship in the Social Sciences
Thursday, May 12, 2016

Alumna Receives Rare NSF Fellowship in the Social Sciences

Courtney Wittekind (BXA'13) has received one of 2,000 fellowships through the National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship Program. The $138,000 award will support Wittekind's doctoral studies in social anthropology at Harvard University, which she will begin this fall.
Students Solve Tech Problems for Nonprofits
Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Students Solve Tech Problems for Nonprofits

Real-world partnerships are an integral part of Carnegie Mellon University's Information Systems (IS) Program. Through the program's Software Development Project course, students collaborate with community-based organizations like the Beaver County Humane Society and Beverly's Birthdays to develop useful technology solutions.
Phi Alpha Theta Inducts Eight History Students
Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Phi Alpha Theta Inducts Eight History Students

This spring, eight students with majors or minors in CMU's Department of History were inducted in Phi Alpha Theta (PAT). The national honor society was established in 1921 to promote quality research and learning experiences in history. "We are proud that among the class of 2016 there are 15 members of this honor society," said PAT faculty adviser Naum Kats.
CMU Honors 13 Alumni and Students
Tuesday, May 10, 2016

CMU Honors 13 Alumni and Students

CMU's Alumni Association will honor 13 alumni and students for their professional achievements and service to the university during a ceremony and reception on Friday, May 13. Three from the Dietrich College will be recognized: alumna Beverly Wheeler (DC'76, HZ'78) will receive the Alumni Distinguished Service Award and Siriana Abboud and Minnar Xie will receive Student Service awards.
Making Sense of it All
Monday, May 09, 2016

Making Sense of it All

Researchers have identified a powerful human motive that has not been adequately appreciated by social and behavioral scientists: the drive to make sense of our lives and the world around us."We are informavores as much as we are omnivores," said CMU's George Loewenstein.
Undergrads Shine at Meeting of the Minds
Monday, May 09, 2016

Undergrads Shine at Meeting of the Minds

From 157 presenters in 1995, CMU's Meeting of the Minds research symposium has grown to showcase the work of over 600 students. The Dietrich College was well represented at this year's event, with projects ranging from "Discouragement, Gender, and Professional Tennis" to "The Violet Quill Club: Constructing a Post-Stonewall Gay Identity Through Fiction."
Q&A with Longtime Professor Charlene Castellano
Friday, May 06, 2016

Q&A with Longtime Professor Charlene Castellano

Since 1990, Charlene Castellano has been a fixture in the Department of Modern Languages - co-founding and co-leading the Russian Studies Program and teaching many Russian language and culture courses.Castellano, teaching professor of Russian, will retire at the end of May.
In & Out of the Classroom With Erik Thiessen
Friday, May 06, 2016

In & Out of the Classroom With Erik Thiessen

Associate Professor and Director of the Undergraduate Program in Psychology Erik Thiessen has been conducting research, advising and teaching at CMU since 2004. He genuinely enjoys his job, especially the teaching aspect.
Marlene Behrmann Designs #BrainDress For NAS Induction
Thursday, May 05, 2016

Marlene Behrmann Designs #BrainDress For NAS Induction

Marlene Behrmann, the Cowan Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience, was inducted into the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) over the weekend. To mark the occasion, Behrmann, who has a longstanding interest in the intersection of art and science, designed and wore a voice-activated "#BrainDress" to both the NAS induction ceremony and a CMU event honoring her accomplishments.
Students Debate German Refugee Stance
Thursday, May 05, 2016

Students Debate German Refugee Stance

When German Chancellor Angela Merkel committed her country to allowing an open-ended number of refugees to enter between 2015 and 2016, the choice ignited controversy throughout Europe. And Carnegie Mellon University students recently had the opportunity to join the debate.
Larry Wasserman Elected Into NAS
Wednesday, May 04, 2016

Larry Wasserman Elected Into NAS

Acclaimed statistician Larry Wasserman has been elected to the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) in recognition of his distinguished and continuing achievements in original research. NAS membership is one of the highest honors a scientist can receive.
Grey's Anatomy: Alumna's Heart is in the Work
Wednesday, May 04, 2016

Grey's Anatomy: Alumna's Heart is in the Work

It's been over a decade since Elisabeth Finch graduated, yet she continues to live and breathe the university's motto, "My heart is in the work."Finch, who majored in creative writing and professional writing and minored in drama, is constantly working in various Hollywood writing roles. She's a writer for "Grey's Anatomy" and between seasons, Finch periodically works with IAMA Theatre Company.
Kiron Skinner on Trump and the GOP Nomination
Wednesday, May 04, 2016

Kiron Skinner on Trump and the GOP Nomination

"Before our eyes the American electorate is being realigned. We may be witnessing the emergence of a new coalition, perhaps the first major one since FDR's New Deal coalition," said Skinner, director of CMU's Institute for Politics and Strategy.
BrainHub Announces Recipients of ProSEED Funding
Sunday, May 01, 2016

BrainHub Announces Recipients of ProSEED Funding

Psychology Professor Michael J. Tarr is part of a team that will develop active machine learning algorithms to identify how the brain visually processes natural scenes.
A Health and Behavior Powerhouse
Friday, April 29, 2016

A Health and Behavior Powerhouse

Today, we take it for granted that stress and disease are linked and that psychological stress, social networks and socioeconomic status impacts infections, cardiovascular disease and asthma. Much of what we know about these connections between biology and psychology is because of Professor Sheldon Cohen.
Celebration of Education Awards
Thursday, April 28, 2016

Celebration of Education Awards

The awards recognize distinguished faculty members and educators for their outstanding contributions to the university, their commitment to students' development and well-being and their impact through teaching.Congratulations to the three Dietrich College professors honored: Mara Harrell, Chris Jones and Jennifer Keating-Miller.
Alumnus Shares His Secrets To Success
Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Alumnus Shares His Secrets To Success

The road to building three billion-dollar companies wasn't always easy for Lane Bess (DC'83). The entrepreneur turned investor recently told a packed roomful of students that one thing he is extremely thankful for is his CMU education."It forced me to be better, and it ultimately helped me," Bess said.
Solving the Puzzle of Language
Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Solving the Puzzle of Language

Today, Gibson is putting the pieces together by assembling a corpus of texts from non-industrialized cultures, including the Pirah and Tsimane' of the Amazon.
The Digital Music Revolution
Wednesday, April 27, 2016

The Digital Music Revolution

In a matter of decades, the way we listen to, produce, consume and share music has shifted rapidly. In a new book of essays, CMU's Richard Purcell and Richard Randall explore the ethical, political and cultural significance of the digital music revolution.
Carnegie Prize in Mind and Brain Sciences
Monday, April 25, 2016

Carnegie Prize in Mind and Brain Sciences

CMU will award the fourth annual Andrew Carnegie Prize in Mind and Brain Sciences to Alexandre Pouget, professor of basic neuroscience at the University of Geneva. Pouget, a renowned expert in neural coding and spatial representations, has revolutionized using uncertainty to explain how the brain functions based on statistical principles.
Meet the Newest Members of Phi Sigma Iota
Friday, April 22, 2016

Meet the Newest Members of Phi Sigma Iota

The prestigious international honor society recognizes the achievements of outstanding students in academic fields related to foreign languages, literatures and cultures.
Psychology Undergraduate Superstars
Thursday, April 21, 2016

Psychology Undergraduate Superstars

One of the core missions of the Psychology Department is to train the best next generation of scientists. Maya Schumer, Adam Dickter and Arielle Cohen are three examples of the many outstanding students excelling in the classroom and involved in cutting-edge research.
Dietrich College Selects 11 Honors Fellows
Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Dietrich College Selects 11 Honors Fellows

Part of the college's Senior Honors Program, the Honors Fellowship Program is designed to give students a head start on their thesis development. Projects that the students will tackle range from creatively exploring human separation and a theory of refugee self-sufficiency to researching self-affirmation and the physical and psychological causal inference in adults.
Respect and Compassion Drive Senior’s Educational Philosophy
Tuesday, April 19, 2016

Respect and Compassion Drive Senior’s Educational Philosophy

Siriana Abboud's educational philosophy is simple: "Tout moun se moun." Derived from a Haitian proverb meaning "All people are people," the phrase encapsulates the values that drive her work.Abboud has been selected as the Dietrich College 2016 recipient of the Gretchen Lankford Prize.
The Klatzky Lab
Monday, April 18, 2016

The Klatzky Lab

Roberta Klatzky, the Charles J. Queenan Jr. Professor of Psychology, examines the relationships between human perception and action, with a focus on touch.
English Ph.D. Student Places in Thesis Competition
Sunday, April 17, 2016

English Ph.D. Student Places in Thesis Competition

Think about your life's work. Now, pitch it to a complete stranger in a matter of seconds. One hundred and eighty seconds to be exact. That's the Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) in a nutshell. Juliann Reineke tied for second place.
Alex John London Appointed to National Committee on Ebola Research
Thursday, April 14, 2016

Alex John London Appointed to National Committee on Ebola Research

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine committee will explore and analyze the scientific and ethical issues related to vaccine and therapeutic drug design, conduct and reporting in response to the West African epidemic. London is an acclaimed bioethics expert.
New Accelerated Master’s Program Launches
Thursday, April 14, 2016

New Accelerated Master’s Program Launches

The 21st century's ambiguous and changing global political structure is creating a demand for skilled experts who can examine and understand domestic and foreign government institutions and processes. To train the next generation of political scientists, CMU has launched a new program.
Words for Snow Revisited
Wednesday, April 13, 2016

Words for Snow Revisited

The claim that Eskimo languages have many words for different types of snow is well known among the public, but it has been greatly exaggerated and is therefore often dismissed by language scholars. However, a new CMU Psychology Department study supports the general idea behind the original claim.
2016 Commencement Speakers Announced
Wednesday, April 13, 2016

2016 Commencement Speakers Announced

Earl Lewis, president of the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and longtime supporter of the humanities and social sciences at CMU, will be the keynote speaker at Carnegie Mellon's Commencement. SHS student Sophie Rose Zucker has been chosen as the student speaker.
Grad Student Wins $90K Fellowship
Tuesday, April 12, 2016

Grad Student Wins $90K Fellowship

Ania Jaroszewicz has received one of 30 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans. Chosen out of 1,443 applicants, Jaroszewicz was selected for her potential to make significant contributions to U.S. society, culture and academics. She is pursuing a doctoral degree in behavioral decision research.
How the Brain Repurposes Itself To Learn Science
Tuesday, April 12, 2016

How the Brain Repurposes Itself To Learn Science

The human brain was initially used for basic survival tasks. Yet, 200,000 years later, the same brain is able to learn abstract concepts, like momentum, energy and gravity, which have only been formally defined in the last few centuries.New CMU research has uncovered how the brain is able to acquire brand new types of ideas, and the findings could be used to improve science instruction.
Dietrich College Senior Introduces Clinton
Monday, April 11, 2016

Dietrich College Senior Introduces Clinton

Julia Eddy, a decision science major, welcomed Hillary Clinton to CMU at a recent campus rally. Eddy called the experience unreal.
Poetry From The Heart
Monday, April 11, 2016

Poetry From The Heart

While April is considered to be National Poetry Month, CMU English Professor Gerald Costanzo believes, "For those of us interested in and devoted to poetry, it is a twelve month endeavor."It's true-CMU's Creative Writing Program, one of the oldest undergraduate programs in the country, encourages students to recognize the vitality of poetry.
Dietrich College Represented at TEDxCMU
Monday, April 11, 2016

Dietrich College Represented at TEDxCMU

At the fifth TEDxCMU, created to help individuals, communities and organizations independently coordinate events inspired by the popular lecture series about technology, entertainment and design, the Dietrich College was well represented.
English Students Inducted Into Sigma Tau Delta
Wednesday, April 06, 2016

English Students Inducted Into Sigma Tau Delta

Sigma Tau Delta honors the academic excellence of students studying English language and literature during their undergraduate, graduate and professional studies. The organization also promotes literacy and the teaching of English.
The Road to Building Great Companies
Monday, April 04, 2016

The Road to Building Great Companies

Lane Bess (DC'83) has launched and grown Internet security companies including Palo Alto Networks, Zscaler and Trend Micro Internet Security. Bess will present "Road to Building Great Companies: Tapping Into Your Entrepreneurial Spirit" on Tuesday, April 19 from 1:45 - 2:45 p.m. in Baker Hall's Steinberg Auditorium (A53).
Graduate Student Teachers Honored for Excellence
Thursday, March 31, 2016

Graduate Student Teachers Honored for Excellence

Ana Cooke and Sihui (Echo) Ke, this year's co-winners of the Dietrich College Graduate Student Teaching Award, have one thing in common: excellence in teaching.
Understanding Autism
Monday, March 28, 2016

Understanding Autism

Millions of people in the United States alone have been diagnosed with some degree of autism. There is no elixir. But CMU scientists are unraveling the mystery of the condition, which could lead to significant breakthroughs in treatments.
Ron Carlson To Speak at Adamson Student Writing Awards
Monday, March 28, 2016

Ron Carlson To Speak at Adamson Student Writing Awards

The award-winning novelist, short story writer and poet will keynote this year's Adamson Student Writing Awards. Carlson's short stories have appeared in The New Yorker, Harper's Magazine, Esquire and GQ, and he is the author of the 2007 book "Ron Carlson Writes a Story" - "a story of a story" in which he offers practical advice about the elements of effective writing.
Deadline Extended for Dietrich Senior Honors Program and Fellowship Program
Monday, March 28, 2016

Deadline Extended for Dietrich Senior Honors Program and Fellowship Program

Does working independently, under the close guidance of a faculty member, on the design and completion of a yearlong research or creative project interest you?Then you definitely want to check out the Dietrich College's Senior Honors Program and Senior Honors Fellowship Program. Application deadline is April 1, 2016.
“Fastball" To Premiere in Pittsburgh
Thursday, March 24, 2016

“Fastball" To Premiere in Pittsburgh

The baseball documentary that stars CMU scientists - including Psychology Professors Michael J. Tarr and Timothy Verstynen - and Hall of Famers will screen in Pittsburgh, including at a special Carnival Weekend event.
Dietrich College’s Top Teaching Award Announced
Thursday, March 24, 2016

Dietrich College’s Top Teaching Award Announced

Philosophy Professor Alex John London has won the Elliott Dunlap Smith Award for Distinguished Teaching and Educational Service. London has developed and taught courses on topics including theoretical and applied ethics, political philosophy, medical ethics, human rights and the capstone course for the Ethics, History & Public Policy major.
Sophomore Receives State Department Scholarship to Study in India
Tuesday, March 22, 2016

Sophomore Receives State Department Scholarship to Study in India

CMU sophomore Ian Asenjo has received a Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) from the U.S. Department of State. Asenjo will be traveling to Chandigarh, India this summer, where he hopes to gain proficiency in Punjabi and explore his passion for Bhangra - a folk dance with roots in the region.
Statistics Department Hosts First Tartan Data Science Cup
Friday, March 18, 2016

Statistics Department Hosts First Tartan Data Science Cup

Computer programmers have hackathons. The machine learning world has Kaggle competitions. And now, Carnegie Mellon University's budding statisticians have a competition to call their own: the Tartan Data Science Cup.
Discover Dietrich
Thursday, March 17, 2016

Discover Dietrich

You've heard it before: Dietrich College is no ordinary liberal arts school. This spring, a new event will spotlight the diverse departments that make the college special by showcasing student research, faculty publications, internship opportunities and more. Discover Dietrich will run from March 28 through April 14. Save
From Teacher to Leader
Thursday, March 17, 2016

From Teacher to Leader

A CMU alumna is leading efforts to teach computer science to all New York City public school students, and her experience with the Program in Interdisciplinary Education Research (PIER) helped prepare her.
CMU Senior Receives Luce Scholarship
Wednesday, March 16, 2016

CMU Senior Receives Luce Scholarship

Kaytie Nielsen, a Bachelor of Humanities and Arts (BHA) senior with concentrations in creative writing and directing, is one of 18 students and young professionals selected to participate in the prestigious Luce Scholars Program in Asia.
Black Women's History Pioneer to Deliver Lecture
Thursday, March 10, 2016

Black Women's History Pioneer to Deliver Lecture

Darlene Clark Hine, a leading historian of the African-American experience who helped found the field of black women's history, will speak at Carnegie Mellon's 10th annual Margaret Morrison Distinguished Lecture in Women's History. Hine, the Board of Trustees Professor of African-American Studies and History at Northwestern University, will discuss the role of black women in health professions in fighting for progress before the Modern Black Freedom Movement.
Gender Divide
Tuesday, March 08, 2016

Gender Divide

What recourse do women have in instances where it's clear they're not receiving the same opportunities as their male counterparts? Social and Decision Sciences Professor Linda Babcock offers strategies.
Spike Lee To Attend CMU Screening of “Chi-Raq”
Monday, March 07, 2016

Spike Lee To Attend CMU Screening of “Chi-Raq”

Award-winning filmmaker Spike Lee will attend the screening of his latest film, "Chi-Raq," at CMU, at 6 p.m., Saturday, March 19 in McConomy Auditorium. Lee also will interact with audience members at a "Face to Face with Spike Lee" event prior to the screening. This event is part of the International Film Festival "Faces of Conflict."
CMU's Kiron Skinner Reflects on Nancy Reagan
Sunday, March 06, 2016

CMU's Kiron Skinner Reflects on Nancy Reagan

Skinner met Nancy Reagan in 1994, when the former first lady gave Skinner nearly exclusive access to President Ronald Reagan's private papers. She used those papers to co-write The New York Times bestseller "REAGAN: A Life in Letters."
Simon Lecturer: Keep Patients First as Tech Changes Medicine
Friday, March 04, 2016

Simon Lecturer: Keep Patients First as Tech Changes Medicine

Harvey Fineberg, president of the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation and former president of the National Academy of Medicine, understands the medical industry's struggles.Fineberg recently delivered a Simon Distinguished Lecture on "Technology, Information and Learning: Medical Education for the Sake of Patients."
The Art of Taking Risks
Friday, March 04, 2016

The Art of Taking Risks

When faced with a decision, whether large or small, do you tend to play it safe or take a chance?Psychology alumna Kayt Sukel (DC'95) explores risk-taking and how it impacts decision-making in work, play, love and life in her new book, "The Art of Risk: The New Science of Courage, Caution & Chance."
Barack Obama’s Literary Legacy
Thursday, March 03, 2016

Barack Obama’s Literary Legacy

Academics, journalists and pundits have long mined President Barack Obama's 1995 memoir, "Dreams from My Father," for information that would point to his political beliefs, but few analyses have approached the book as a literary work - until now.
Junior Receives Public Policy & International Affairs Fellowship
Wednesday, March 02, 2016

Junior Receives Public Policy & International Affairs Fellowship

Melanie Diaz, an English and global studies major, has been awarded a Public Policy & International Affairs (PPIA) fellowship for 2016. The fellowship program is designed to help students from diverse backgrounds attend graduate school, typically in the areas of public policy, public administration, international affairs and related fields.
Elizabeth Agyemang Designs Dietrich Day T-Shirt
Friday, February 26, 2016

Elizabeth Agyemang Designs Dietrich Day T-Shirt

With 494 votes for her design featuring the iconic Baker Hall staircase, Elizabeth Agyemang is the winner of the Dietrich Day T-shirt contest.Agyemang's artwork will appear on T-shirts commemorating Dietrich Day 2016. The shirts will be distributed at no cost to any undergraduate with a major or minor in Dietrich College, as well as college faculty and staff.
Faces of Conflict
Thursday, February 25, 2016

Faces of Conflict

The 2016 CMU International Film Festival, celebrating its 10th anniversary, focuses on topics ranging from terrorism and propaganda to war and civil rights.
Mentoring Matters
Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Mentoring Matters

Through the Dietrich Honors Fellowship, students develop lasting relationships with world-class faculty mentors that enhance their lives both academically and professionally. But students aren't the only ones who benefit.
Two Statistics Professors Earn NSF CAREER Awards
Monday, February 22, 2016

Two Statistics Professors Earn NSF CAREER Awards

Ryan Tibshirani and Jing Lei each received five-year, $400,000 grants for their projects in recognition of their outstanding research and teaching. The CAREER award is the NSF's most prestigious honor designed to support junior faculty.
Marijuana: Past, Present, Future
Monday, February 22, 2016

Marijuana: Past, Present, Future

Although cannabis is still classified by the federal government as a Schedule I drug (the category for all banned substances that have no recognized medical value), more and more states are legalizing large-scale commercial production for medical and, in some cases, non-medical use.
Joe Trotter and the Effects of CAUSE
Friday, February 19, 2016

Joe Trotter and the Effects of CAUSE

When Joe William Trotter, Jr. joined CMU's Department of History in 1985, he saw an opportunity to solve real social problems through his specialties in 20th century U.S. and African American urban and labor history.
Remaking the Past
Friday, February 19, 2016

Remaking the Past

Mariana Achugar investigated how Uruguayan youth make sense of the Uruguayan Dictatorship of the 1970s and '80s, and how the younger set uses semiotic materials available through interactions with older generations to construct identities as historical beings.
Meet The Wall Street Journal’s Newest Copy Editor
Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Meet The Wall Street Journal’s Newest Copy Editor

While Braden Kelner was working towards his bachelor's degree in creative writing and professional writing, he had his heart set on one thing-working in journalism. That dream has become a reality.
LearnLab Experts Present at NSF
Tuesday, February 16, 2016

LearnLab Experts Present at NSF

The NSF recently held a conference to celebrate the achievements of its six Science of Learning Centers. Key members from each center, including CMU and Pitt's LearnLab, presented their educational research accomplishments to underscore the importance of establishing a sustainable science of learning community to produce breakthroughs that impact education.
Vote for the Dietrich Day T-shirt
Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Vote for the Dietrich Day T-shirt

Baker Hall's iconic staircase and tartan-clad unicorns are among the designs submitted for the 2016 Dietrich Day T-shirt contest. Now it's time to vote! Choose your favorite design by Wednesday, February 24.
Women in Computing at CMU
Monday, February 15, 2016

Women in Computing at CMU

Fewer women than men pursue computer science, but correcting that imbalance won't be accomplished via quick fixes or by making coursework less strenuous.
Catch a Sneak Preview of the International Film Festival
Friday, February 12, 2016

Catch a Sneak Preview of the International Film Festival

CMU's International Film Festival will offer a sneak preview of the festival's 2016 award-winning lineup with "3 ½ Minutes, Ten Bullets." The American film that follows the murder trial of Michael Dunn will make its Pittsburgh premiere at 6 p.m., Friday, Feb. 26 in CMU's McConomy Auditorium.
Call for Applications: Senior Honors Program and Senior Honors Fellowship Program
Friday, February 12, 2016

Call for Applications: Senior Honors Program and Senior Honors Fellowship Program

Does working independently, under the close guidance of a faculty member, on the design and completion of a yearlong research or creative project interest you? Then you definitely want to check out the Dietrich College's Senior Honors Program and Senior Honors Fellowship Program.
Harvey Fineberg To Discuss Technology, Information and Learning
Monday, February 08, 2016

Harvey Fineberg To Discuss Technology, Information and Learning

CMU's Simon Initiative Distinguished Lecture Series will present a talk by renowned public health and education expert Harvey V. Fineberg at 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 25 in the Gates Hillman Center's Rashid Auditorium. Fineberg is president of the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation and former president of the Institute of Medicine.
The Game Theorist’s Guide To Parenting
Monday, February 08, 2016

The Game Theorist’s Guide To Parenting

Kevin Zollman says game theory applies to almost all of our social lives, so it's only natural that it should work for one of the toughest aspects of our lives - dealing with our children. So Zollman teamed up with Paul Raeburn to write a book about it.
Neurobiological Changes Explain How Mindfulness Meditation Improves Health
Thursday, February 04, 2016

Neurobiological Changes Explain How Mindfulness Meditation Improves Health

New CMU research provides a window into the brain changes that link mindfulness meditation with health in stressed adults.
CMU Joins IARPA Project To Reverse-Engineer Brain Algorithms
Wednesday, February 03, 2016

CMU Joins IARPA Project To Reverse-Engineer Brain Algorithms

Carnegie Mellon is embarking on a five-year, $12 million research effort to make computers think more like humans. Rob Kass, professor of statistics and machine learning and interim co-director of the CNBC, is involved in the project.
Coolest Ride in Town
Friday, January 29, 2016

Coolest Ride in Town

The three-wheeled, battery-assisted bicycle with a lime green, sleek, aerodynamic fiberglass shell surrounding the driver and back seat for two is the brainchild of Carnegie Mellon graduates Tanuj Apte and Deepak Vidhani, co-founders of Autopods.
Breaking the Glass Ceiling
Wednesday, January 27, 2016

Breaking the Glass Ceiling

The scarcity of women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) careers is a hot topic. A longtime tech pioneer, CMU is also ahead of the curve when it comes to gender equity in STEM fields. In the Information Systems Program, women account for 40 percent of students - double the national average of 15 to 20 percent in similar programs.
Trading Places
Wednesday, January 27, 2016

Trading Places

Jim Daniels is teaching a nonfiction writing course called "Life Writing" and another course in which he works closely with creative writing students as they complete their senior projects. But, you won't find Daniels at CMU. Instead, he'll be teaching them at Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) in the United Kingdom as part of the English Department's first faculty exchange with SHU.
Students Share Love of Wisdom at Phi Beta Kappa Initiation
Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Students Share Love of Wisdom at Phi Beta Kappa Initiation

Twelve students were inducted into Carnegie Mellon's chapter of the Phi Beta Kappa Society on January 21 - and four of them were Dietrich College students."They join more than half a million members worldwide, representing the best and brightest minds in the liberal arts and sciences," said the chapter's secretary and treasurer, Joseph E. Devine, associate dean for undergraduate studies in the Dietrich College.
Fall 2015 Dean’s List Announced
Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Fall 2015 Dean’s List Announced

Congratulations to all of the undergraduate students who have been named to the Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences Dean's List for the Fall 2015 semester.
Creative Writing Alums Take On Hollywood
Monday, January 25, 2016

Creative Writing Alums Take On Hollywood

There is a good chance that your favorite TV show or movie has a connection to Carnegie Mellon University's English Department. From "Toy Story" to the hottest sci-fi television hits, creative writing alumni are writing, producing and directing.
Hard Work Pays Off
Friday, January 22, 2016

Hard Work Pays Off

The initial students who participated in the Dietrich Honors Fellowship Program have found out that hard work really does pay off. Since graduating from CMU last spring, they have been working in diverse fields, some extending the research they began as honors fellows, and others, embarking on new academic and career paths.
National Academy of Sciences To Honor John R. Anderson
Thursday, January 21, 2016

National Academy of Sciences To Honor John R. Anderson

If the field of cognitive science is to truly understand how the mind works, researchers need to integrate the many theories about memory, language, problem-solving and other mental functions. CMU's John R. Anderson has spent decades doing this - developing a unified theory of cognition and using it to create successful cognitive-based tutors that have revolutionized education.
CMU Scientists Star in Werner Herzog’s Latest Film
Thursday, January 21, 2016

CMU Scientists Star in Werner Herzog’s Latest Film

"Lo & Behold: Reveries of the Connected World" will premiere at the Sundance Film Festival. Psychology Professor Marcel Just, among others from CMU, are featured in the film.
Five Andrew W. Mellon Fellows in the Humanities Selected
Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Five Andrew W. Mellon Fellows in the Humanities Selected

With a well-established legacy of pioneering technology-enhanced learning (TEL) and through the Simon Initiative, CMU is uniquely positioned to advance digital scholarship and TEL in the humanities.
10 Things to Love About CMU’s Dietrich College
Tuesday, January 19, 2016

10 Things to Love About CMU’s Dietrich College

It has been said that the Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences is no ordinary liberal arts school. Within the Dietrich College, real world problems are analyzed, challenged and solved, contributions are made in traditional ways and global differences are made. Dietrich College students, faculty and alumni do a lot. Learn more about 10 of the many things to love.
Design the Dietrich Day T-Shirt
Wednesday, January 13, 2016

Design the Dietrich Day T-Shirt

Share your Dietrich College pride and flex your creative muscles by entering the Dietrich Day T-shirt design contest.
Educational Engagement
Monday, January 11, 2016

Educational Engagement

Educational computer games are evolving from nose-to-the-screen experiences. Using research, artificial intelligence and data, new teaching models are giving instructors feedback on their students' stumbling blocks, helping students learn how to develop their character alongside their book smarts, and joining the digital to reality with games that have human and virtual interactions.
Religious Beliefs Don’t Always Lead to Violence
Thursday, January 07, 2016

Religious Beliefs Don’t Always Lead to Violence

From the Christian Crusades to the Paris attacks, countless conflicts and acts of violence have been claimed to be the result of differing religious beliefs. These faith-based opinions are thought to motivate aggressive behavior because of how they encourage group loyalty or spin ideologies that devalue the lives of non-believers. However, new research reveals the opposite: religious beliefs might instead promote interfaith cooperation.
Young Writers To Showcase Their Work at Carnegie Mellon’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Writing Awards
Tuesday, January 05, 2016

Young Writers To Showcase Their Work at Carnegie Mellon’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Writing Awards

Seventeen Pittsburgh-area high school and college students will be recognized for their poetry and prose at CMU's 2016 Martin Luther King, Jr. Writing Awards Ceremony on Monday, Jan. 18. The students will present their personal narratives dealing with racial prejudice and discrimination."
EHPP Students Analyze Risks & Benefits of Marijuana Decriminalization
Monday, January 04, 2016

EHPP Students Analyze Risks & Benefits of Marijuana Decriminalization

Cities and states across the U.S. are changing laws on marijuana, and Pittsburgh has joined the movement. Drawing inspiration from Philadelphia's attempts to decriminalize possession of small amounts of the drug, City Councilman and Carnegie Mellon University alumnus Dan Gilman (DC'04), commissioned a study on the feasibility of doing the same in Pittsburgh.
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