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Clark U. Prof.’s ‘Marriage Checkup’ helps couples improve intimacy, marital satisfaction

Clark University Professor of Psychology James V. Córdova and the researchers at Clark University’s Center for Couples and Family Research, have determined that the Marriage Checkup, an innovative, two-session relationship health checkup designed by Professor Córdova, and described in a book by the same name, is effective at helping couples increase relationship health and…
Major funders support George Perkins Marsh Institute research on coastal risks and climate-change adaptation

The vulnerability of coastal communities is gaining urgent attention in the face of climate change and devastating weather-related flooding and erosion. Clark University Professor of Economics Robert Johnston, director of the George Perkins Marsh Institute at Clark University, is leading vital research into the environmental and economic impacts of coastal hazards and adaptation along Northeast…
Clark U.’s Akçam recognized with Hrant Dink Spirit of Freedom and Justice Medal

Clark University History Professor Taner Akçam was recently presented with the Hrant Dink Spirit of Freedom and Justice Medal by the Organization of Istanbul Armenians on the 8th commemoration of Dink’s assassination. The late Hrant Dink was a prominent Turkish-Armenian journalist known for his efforts of reconciliation between Turks and Armenians and his advocacy…
March 11 President’s Lecture: Water Scarcity: Threat or Opportunity?

David Goodtree, co-founder of the New England Water Innovation Network (NEWIN), will discuss “Water Scarcity: Geopolitical Threat or Technology Opportunity?” a free, public lecture presented by the President’s Lecture Series at Clark University, beginning at 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, in Razzo Hall in the Traina Center for the Arts on Downing Street. Goodtree is…
Clark University earns award for video that documents college years – in reverse

The Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) has named Clark University a winner in the 2015 CASE District I Excellence Awards Program. Clark received a silver award for its undergraduate admissions information session video, “Moments: A four-year journey through the eyes of actual Clark University students.” The video can be viewed here. According…
Clark U. recognizes two with Lund Award for their contributions to the Worcester community

Clark University President David P. Angel presented the 2014 John W. Lund Community Achievement Award to geographer Deborah Martin and doctoral student Heather Mangione at a recent University function. Martin was honored for her dedication to, and for serving in, leadership roles at the Beth Israel Synagogue. She has also played an instrumental role in…
Clark University Poll: Established Adults enter 2015 feeling positive, dreaming big

The 2014 Clark Poll of Established Adults has issued its final report, which reveals that 25 to 39 years old are holding fast to the optimism and big dreams they expressed as younger or “emerging” adults. Despite entering adult life during the worst recession in decades, today’s established adults appear remarkably contented and positive about…
Clark innovators offer novel transportation solutions at Worcester incubator event

Several Clark University graduate students took part in a special Worcester Incubator for Innovation Launch event on Jan. 22, at Union Station in Worcester. As Fellows in the Art of Science Learning program, the presenting teams offered novel solutions for some of Worcester’s transportation challenges. Two years ago, Worcester, Chicago and San Diego were selected…
Dorm Room Menswear

He may be a political science major — but Nick Gerber ’15 can now add “fashion designer” to his résumé. A LEEP Fellow, Gerber, from Santa Fe, N.M., presented his LEEP Project, “Creating Dorm Room Menswear,” at Clark’s annual Fall Fest academic showcase in October. He produced two custom shirts, two pairs of jeans, and a pair of dress…
Undergrads refresh ‘Fashion Cookbook’ with support from Clark’s LEEP Initiative

Clark University seniors Hannah Martin ’15 and Patricia DeCarvalho ’15 — two of this year’s LEEP Fellows — have refreshed and branded “The Fashion Cookbook,” a fashion and lifestyle blog featuring an image consulting service. The two presented their LEEP Project, “Launching and Branding a Small Business: The Fashion Cookbook,” at Clark’s annual Fall Fest…