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Long Live the Modern Library

October 16, 2024
In January, I began working at Wilmington University School of Law as the associate dean of Library and Information Resources. I arrived here through a winding path from law. After graduating from Georgia State University College of Law and passing the Georgia bar exam, I practiced law for a few years, not quite finding my fit. So, I attended the University of Washington (Seattle) iSchool law…
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When Will I Ever Need Math?

October 16, 2024
Students often question the relevance of math, and teachers hear it all too often. At WilmU, however, those in the Applied Mathematics program discover math as a key to success. Diane Bansbach, chair of the Math Department in the College of Education and Liberal Arts The…
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Aspiring Scientists Blazing Trails in STEM Fields

October 16, 2024
Researchers at Wilmington University are making strides in the sciences. Samantha Kidwell Samantha Kidwell, an undergrad majoring in Biology, was named a student facilitator trainee in the project by the CAREERS Cyberteam Program at The Yale Center for Research Computing.
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A New Full-Time Faculty Member

October 16, 2024
Dr. Robert Reyes, a seasoned professor and researcher, has joined the full-time faculty in the Doctor of Social Science in Prevention Science program in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. “Dr. Reyes is a new and welcomed addition to our Doctor of Social Science in Prevention Science program. He comes to us with the competencies and experience that will complement the delivery of…
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True Crime Titans Unite

October 16, 2024
Fox’s Nancy Grace seems amused by a spoof suggesting Scott Duffey got busted. Criminal Justice Director Scott Duffey connects with legends at the world’s most prestigious true crime conference.  If there is ever a conference that brings together the biggest stars in the…
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Launch Your STEM Career With WilmU’s New Chemistry Degree

October 15, 2024
When Dr. Esosa Iriowen — aka “Dr. E” — talks about chemistry, his face lights up. It is his calling and his passion, which he’s happy to share with students in Wilmington University’s new Bachelor of Science in Chemistry program, with classes starting in January 2025.  “I’m excited about this program because it represents a significant step forward for Wilmington University in…
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College of Technology Launches STEM-Designated Master’s in Computer Science to Meet Growing Tech Demand

October 11, 2024
In response to continued growth in the tech sector, the College of Technology is now offering a STEM-designated master’s degree in Computer Science. STEM-designated programs are among those that fall under the science, technology, engineering and math categories approved by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Degrees equip students for a variety of careers, including data manager, software…
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