The Hutchins Center for African and African American Research has named its 2026 cohort of W.E.B. Du Bois Medalists, including actress Angela Bassett, humanitarian and soccer legend Didier Drogba, and five-time Grammy-winning singer Mavis Staples.
After a series of temporary belt-tightening measures were introduced to give the FAS flexibility to respond to financial turmoil from Washington, the administration prepares to make longer-term changes to address a significant structural deficit.
The leading chemist, who studies porous materials for energy and sustainability, will serve as the inaugural Thomas C. Foley Professor of Energy and the Environment beginning January 1, 2027.
Weiss, professor of the classics and an expert on ancient Greek culture plans, to prioritize the expansion of educational resources.
FAS graduates collected their diplomas at more than a dozen smaller gatherings
Geobiologist praised as exemplary leader with “intellectual breadth, creativity, and collaborative approach”
Cap on A grades and shift from GPA to ‘average percentile rank’ set to go into effect fall 2027
Faculty discussed at length proposed changes to the undergraduate grading policy for a final time at Tuesday’s Meeting of the Faculty, a week before voting begins.
In an interview, the veteran professor sees “a real hunger” for history about the document.
Awards for excellence in undergraduate teaching announced by FAS Dean Hopi Hoekstra at the May Meeting of the Faculty.