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student wades through bog Clark senior interns for Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, researches soundscapes in cranberry bogs June 10, 2026 Leo Kerz ’26 collects 63,000 nature recordings to track ecosystem health
gallery show Students design logos for art gallery at Worcester radio station June 10, 2026 Students designed logos for The Harold Stevens Gallery, which is located just steps from campus.
Students sitting in a row Student-run Clark Consulting GIS team delivers for Wildlife Conservation Society June 4, 2026 Research project provides ‘an experience that you can’t just manufacture on your own’ Through a research seminar offered by Clark’s School of Climate, Environment, and Society, 13 undergraduate and graduate students beefed up their LinkedIn profiles this spring by adding one more experience: GIS consultant for the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), a global nonprofit. They […]
Clark students sitting in Newton City Hall Clark student research helps shape city’s climate future June 4, 2026 Graduate students collaborated with the City of Newton on a project that became a meaningful contribution to the city’s climate strategy.
People Clark launches world’s first, industry-approved professional geospatial leadership doctorate June 2, 2026 The two-year, low-residency degree, designed for mid-career professionals seeking to advance in leadership roles, is set to begin in vsummer 2027.
Abstract technology gap Clark students earn top awards in Tech Innovation Challenge 2.0 May 27, 2026 The School of Professional Studies (SPS) celebrates the successful completion of the Tech Innovation Challenge 2.0, which brought together students from multiple universities to develop innovative and scalable technology solutions.
Clark parent and Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith records "Echoes of Atwood Hall" Hendrix, Springsteen, Joplin still echo inside Atwood Hall May 21, 2026 A new exhibit and video recall Clark’s storied rock ‘n’ roll history
two students look at camera during commencement Sounds of Clark University’s 2026 Commencement May 21, 2026 On this episode of Challenge. Change., relive the highlights of Commencement 2026.
students at pinning ceremony Class of 2026 graduation celebrations May 21, 2026 Clark celebrated international, first-generation, LGBTQ+, and multicultural students, and marked the first graduating class of the School of Climate, Environment, and Society.
Student in cap and gown waves at Clark University commencement Moments from Commencement 2026 May 21, 2026 Take a look back at the May 18 Commencement ceremonies in photos and video.
Field Methods students in the forest Clark scientist contributes to study finding carbon markets aren’t yet accurately accounting for climate-caused risks like wildfire, drought May 20, 2026 U.S. forests involved in carbon-credit programs face risks from climate-driven disturbances such as wildfire, drought, and insect outbreaks, according to a study co-authored by Professor Christopher Williams and published in Nature on May 20.
Graduate students process into their Commencement ceremony. Photo by Collin Hamilton ’27 Common sense and audacious hope: Clarkies encouraged to be engaged global citizens May 18, 2026 Master’s, doctoral degrees awarded at afternoon ceremony
students at commencement Clark awards 612 undergraduate degrees to the Class of 2026 May 18, 2026 Wendy L. Freedman, one of the world’s most accomplished astrophysicists, delivered the commencement address.
Ashley Valanzola Clark appoints inaugural David Angel Endowed Chair in Holocaust Pedagogy and Antisemitism Studies May 14, 2026 Dr. Ashley Valanzola has been appointed the inaugural David P. Angel Endowed Chair in Holocaust Pedagogy and Antisemitism Studies.
cosmetic item in factory production equipment Clark alum brings sustainable practices to beauty and skincare industries May 13, 2026 Davis has been working in the beauty industry as a sustainability leader for more than 15 years.
Kyra Banka, Rowan Compton Two Clark students earn Fulbright Awards May 13, 2026 Rowan Compton ’25, M.S. ’26, and Kaya Banka ’26 have received Fulbright Awards that will support their research abroad.
Jonas Clark Hall Clarkies honored for commitment to inclusive excellence May 13, 2026 Recipients of the 2026 President’s Achievement Awards for Inclusive Excellence are Anahit Marutyan ’29, Laura Burgess, assistant dean, academic and student services in the School of Business, and Naomi Ashley, assistant director, programming and first generation student support.
two people pose for photo on campus Clark master’s students analyze water quality, impacts of climate change in Mexico May 13, 2026 After six months conducting research and surveys in Mexico’s Valle de Bravo, Valeria Obregon Diaz, ES&P ’26, and Catalina Cuervo Maldonado, ES&P ’26, discovered pathogens and chemicals in the water and a lack of health insurance and air conditioning in a region with rising temperatures and notable heat-related illnesses.
dancers on stage African Diaspora Dance Association brings students together for shared culture and rhythm May 13, 2026 ‘ADDA encouraged me to come out of my shell’
Collage of Clrk University masterclass instructors Masterclass connects Clark students with global leaders and practitioners May 7, 2026 Clark is offering a bold new learning experience designed to challenge convention, elevate potential, and prepare students with the tools and capacities to leave their imprint on the world. 
Faculty retirement reception ‘You made an impact’ May 7, 2026 Clark University has honored seven retiring faculty members representing 215 years of collective service to Clark University.
Nourhan Beshir Attia Graduate Commencement speaker stresses consistency and authenticity May 7, 2026 Nourhan Beshir Attia will deliver student address at Graduate School Commencement May 18.
William Stafford is the senior commencement speaker at Clark University William Stafford ’26 is choosing success May 7, 2026 On May 18, the undergraduate student speaker will talk about the choices we make in our lives, how they help shape our trajectories, build our communities, and guide our future.
David Hibbett holding a mushroom American Academy of Arts and Sciences honors renowned mycologist David Hibbett May 6, 2026 Hibbett joins an esteemed group of more than 14,500 leaders who have been recognized for exceptional contributions in their fields