science
Bedford teacher receives inaugural Science Teaching Award from Randolph

Randolph College recently named Bedford teacher Angela Beasley winner of the inaugural Science Teaching Award from Randolph (STAR), which honors a high school science teacher who has contributed significantly to the lives of students and exhibits excellence in the teaching of science. The award includes a $1,500 stipend, as well as an additional $1,000 as... READ MORE >>
Randolph's SUPER, STAR programs work to create connections during online learning

Both programs are both dedicated to helping first-year students adjust to college life. In 2020, that task became even more difficult, creating a sense of community with students who couldn’t be together in person.... READ MORE >>
National Science Foundation awards nearly $1 million to Randolph's SUPER program for mental health, inclusion initiatives

This is the third time the College has received a grant from the NSF in support of SUPER. In 2013, Randolph was awarded a $600,000 grant that helped expand the program, followed in 2016 by $1 million that funded it through 2021.... READ MORE >>
From pioneer to innovator: Randolph continues its rich science tradition with new capital building campaign

Randolph’s Board of Trustees recently approved plans for a $26.5 million renovation of the Martin Science Building, with construction scheduled to start in May 2021.... READ MORE >>
Randolph professor and staff member present at national summit
Karin Warren, the Herzog Family Professor of Environmental Studies, presented this week at the Higher Education Climate Leadership Summit alongside Allison Brooks, Randolph’s sustainability coordinator. The summit, which was held in Atlanta, Georgia, brings together higher education leaders from across the nation share cutting-edge solutions and ideas during next-level conversations. “At Randolph, we are committed... READ MORE >>
Society of Physics Students holds workshop for Girl Scouts

The Department of Physics & Engineering, along with eight members of the Society of Physics Students (Shae Taylor ’22, Jude Quintero ’20, Mikayla Jenkins ’23, Agnes Reyes Merced ’21, Hailey Gilman ’21, Paige Edwards ’21, Nicholas Vazquez ’20, Brandon Michael Kaiser ’21) hosted four cadette Girl Scout troops on Saturday, February 1, for a workshop... READ MORE >>
Sheldon named runner-up for national Society of Physics Students award

Peter Sheldon, the Charles A. Dana Professor of Physics & Engineering at Randolph, has been selected as a runner-up for the national Society of Physics Students’ (SPS) 2019 Outstanding Chapter Advisor award. Sheldon was nominated by his students, who spoke highly of the impact he has made on their college experience and their lives. “He... READ MORE >>
New Randolph program will recognize local science teachers

Talented area science teachers now have a new way to be honored for their work in the classroom, thanks to a new program from Randolph College. Beginning in the spring at the 2020 Randolph College Science Festival, Randolph will present annual awards to high school science teachers in the local area who have demonstrated excellence... READ MORE >>
Elizabeth Delery ’14 named Cell Culture Hero, will present worldwide webinar

Elizabeth Delery ’14 has been named a Cell Culture Hero by Gibco/Thermo Fisher, and will present a global webinar on July 31 at noon. Registration for the event is available at http://bit.ly/2Yml06h. Delery is a postdoctoral fellow for the physiology department at Louisiana State University’s Health Sciences Center, where she studies the neurobiological interactions of... READ MORE >>
Honor roll: Students inducted into national, international honor societies

On Tuesday, Randolph students from a variety of academic departments were officially inducted into international, national, and College honor societies. Randolph’s 2019 inductees were: Psi Chi (Psychology) Rabiea Ashraf Waijha Ashraf Maida Choudery Alex Conway Tori Green Kyosuke Takano Agnes Reyes Merced Phi Alpha Theta (History) Rebecca E. Lesnak Alexandra Murgas Omicron Delta... READ MORE >>