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Kosher dining returns to Clark

Clark University Dining Services operates with a sort of culinary conscientiousness that means the food is not only flavorful, but also nutritious, locally sourced whenever possible, and varied enough to satisfy individual dietary needs. This semester, the menu has been expanded to include kosher dining. According to David Coyne, director of Clark Hillel, the student group that…
Lecturer examines ‘savage portrayals’ of men of color

“How and why do so many negative images of young black males, particularly images steeped in an outsized criminality and violence, persist in mainstream media? What are some of the consequences of this?” These were the central questions posed by Natalie Byfield, associate professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at St. John’s University in…
Ed Trachtenberg was a Teacher, Coach and Advocate

Dr. Barry Herman ‘72 describes himself as a “lost kid” during much of his time at Clark University. The psychology major found himself swept up in the counterculture of the late ‘60s, nearly flunked out, took semesters off and had no clue what he wanted to do with his life. But as he entered his…
Character builder

Author Leslie Margolis ‘96 has earned a loyal following among young readers thanks to a pair of feisty heroines named Annabelle and Maggie.
LEEP Lectures let faculty collaborate across disciplines, provide unique perspectives

What are the chances you would see a psychologist giving a presentation in a political science class? Beginning this fall, such an appearance would not be unlikely. In the past few months, some unlikely disciplines have collided through a tactic known as the “LEEP Lecture.” LEEP Lectures involve collaborations between faculty members from distinct disciplines,…
Clark Composts! wins MassRecycle ‘Best Student Effort’ award

Clark Composts!, an innovative compost collection program under way in Clark University student residence halls, was recognized as “Best Student Effort” in MassRecycle’s 18th annual state-wide competition, receiving the award on Nov. 6 at the Hanover Theatre in Worcester. From its beginning as a student-designed pilot in 2011, Clark Composts! has evolved into an institutionally-supported practice…
Boatright Weighs in on 2014 Midterm Elections

Clark University Prof. Robert Boatright (political science) offers his expert insights as a panelist for The Brookings Institution webcast “2014 Midterm Election Preview: One Year Out.” (Nov. 5, 2013)
Clark University Board of Trustees adds four new members

The Clark University Board of Trustees has added four new members: Andrew T. Brandman, of New York City; Kevin D. Cherry, of Roxbury, Mass.; Daniel O. Hirsch, of Chevy Chase, Md.; and Paul Saltzman, of Scarsdale, N.Y. All received their undergraduate degrees from Clark. Brandman, Hirsch, and Saltzman are term trustees who were elected by…
Reel life meets real life

“The Flick,” a new play by Amherst native Annie Baker, debuted off-Broadway this winter, earning some rapturous reviews (as well as a share of criticism for its length — more than three hours). Set inside a dingy Worcester County movie theater, the story follows three workers whose love for film is equaled only by…
Clark University Model U.N. Team racking up the awards this year

If you happen to know someone on the Clark University Model U.N. team, you know they’ve spent the past month collecting accolades. With three competitions behind them, they are readying for five more, and a conference that will attract hundreds of High School Model U.N. participants from around New England to Clark. From Oct. 3 through…