Clark conductor, choir revive the memory and power of Frederick Douglass June 18, 2026 Frederick Douglass was one of the first people to speak at Mechanics Hall when it opened in 1857. In April, his words again rang out from that stage in ”Frederick: A Cantata on the Life of Frederick Douglass,” conducted by Cailin Marcel Manson, director of music performance at Clark.
Clark joins Massachusetts Transfer Guarantee, expanding access to affordable education June 18, 2026 Clark signed a memorandum of understanding with the New England Board of Higher Education this spring, establishing its place in the program.
Massachusetts school students discover the magic of scientific research at Clark June 18, 2026 Hundreds of middle and high school students from throughout Massachusetts visited Clark to test out their research skills this spring.
Leo Kerz ’26 has tracked the echoes in ecosystems June 10, 2026 Leo Kerz ’26 collects 63,000 nature recordings to track ecosystem health
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.
Student-run Clark Consulting GIS team delivers for Wildlife Conservation Society June 4, 2026 A cohort of Clarkies served as GIS consultants for the Wildlife Conservation Society this spring, building on the 2025 work of students who created a dashboard that WCS staff use to analyze environmental trends and conservation impacts.
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.
Becker School of Design & Technology student has custom art featured in professional video game June 3, 2026 Aidan Benjamin ’29 hopes to create indie games
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. 
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.
Hendrix, Springsteen, Joplin still echo inside Atwood Hall May 21, 2026 A new exhibit and video recall Clark’s storied rock ‘n’ roll history
Sounds of Clark University’s 2026 Commencement May 21, 2026 On this episode of Challenge. Change., relive the highlights of Commencement 2026.
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.
Moments from Commencement 2026 May 21, 2026 Take a look back at the May 18 Commencement ceremonies in photos and video.
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. 
Common sense and audacious hope: Clarkies encouraged to be engaged global citizens May 18, 2026 Master’s, doctoral degrees awarded at afternoon ceremony 
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.
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. 
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.
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. 
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.
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.
African Diaspora Dance Association brings students together for shared culture and rhythm May 13, 2026 ‘ADDA encouraged me to come out of my shell’
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. 
‘You made an impact’ May 7, 2026 Clark University has honored seven retiring faculty members representing 215 years of collective service to Clark University. 
