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Florencia Sangermano, associate professor of Clark University Geography, is part of a global research team hoping to win a five-year, $10 million XPRIZE Rainforest competition by remotely collecting biodiversity data from deep within the Amazon, identifying the most species, and providing the most impactful real-time environmental insights — all within three days.

Learn more about the competition, which kicks off this week. ⬇️

Clark geographer applies ecoacoustic research to assessment of the Amazon Florencia Sangermano, associate professor of geography, is part of a global research team hoping to win a five-year, $10 million XPRIZE Rainforest competition by remotely collecting biodiversity data from deep […]

After one of the most ambitious investments in climate and energy in U.S. history was signed into law, Samuel Cooper ’24 was curious how New England would benefit compared to the rest of the country — so, for his honors research capstone, he figured it out.

‘It’s about trying to get a better and breathable planet’   After one of the most ambitious investments in climate and energy in U.S. history was signed into law, Samuel Cooper ’24 was curious how New England would benefit compared […]

"Flowers are restful to look at. They have neither conflict nor emotions." – Sigmund Freud 💐
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📸 Dried flowers spotted on the Freud statue in Red Square. Photo by University Photographer Steven King.

Nora Rueffer ’24, who received a Fulbright Award this spring, will be spending nine months in Austria as an English teaching assistant — and as a researcher, studying language accessibility at museums in the country.

“I love the idea of making things accessible in different languages. It helps not only tourists but also the tourism industry, which is so important in Austria,” she says.

Read more about Rueffer's research ➡️ https://bit.ly/4eMvUdV

Art provides ‘building blocks’ to language   This fall, after a summer spent relaxing at home, Nora Rueffer ’24 will travel to Austria, supported by a prestigious Fulbright Award from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau […]

Harvest Table, Clark’s new dining services vendor, has launched two new retail-restaurant concepts on campus! 🍽️🍔

The Burger Joint and The Chicken Shack are now open in the Table at Higgins — formerly Higgins Café — in the University Center. Orders can be placed at the welcome desk or through GrubHub Campus Dining for pickup.

Make sure to follow Harvest Table Clark University on Facebook and Instagram for the latest campus dining updates!

Noah Katz ’26 needs no thesaurus when asked to describe what it was like to walk onto the field at Fenway Park in front of a sellout crowd of 37,000 raucous fans.

He easily comes up with a host of adjectives — “incredible,” “cool,” and “surreal” among them.

Katz, founder of The Umpire Channel, patrolled the right field line as part of the crew that umpired The Savannah Bananas game in the historic ballpark earlier this month.

“It was an out-of-the-world experience — a childhood dream that I was able to live out," he says.

Noah Katz ’26 was ready for his close-up   Noah Katz ’26 needs no thesaurus when asked to describe what it was like to walk onto the field at Fenway Park and umpire a game in front of […]

Clark University’s Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts Program will examine the role of museums and other arts institutions in the community at a symposium this Saturday, June 22.

“Civic Practice Symposium: Methods of Cultural Production” will feature three leaders in the art world who have bridged cultural production in a context of civic space and community engagement.

The program will also sponsor four art talks on campus, June 25–28, which will be livestreamed. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3KPeFem

Community is ‘at the center of museum practice’   Clark University’s Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts Program will examine the role of museums and other arts institutions in the community at a symposium this Saturday, June […]

Clark University is observing the Juneteenth holiday, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.

Yesterday, the campus community came together to reflect, connect, and celebrate during an event in Red Square, hosted by the Office of Diversity and Inclusion.

Thanks to all who attended! ❤️🖤💚

Katie Healey ’24 is putting her recently earned psychology degree into action.

In a new job as a dialectical behavioral therapy caseworker, she’s helping young adults who are dealing with serious mental health concerns.

Learn about Healey's time as a student and career after Clark. ⬇️

Katie Healey ’24 is ready to help others thrive   After graduating from Clark on May 20, Katie Healey ’24 will put her psychology degree into action. She’ll be starting a job as a dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) caseworker, […]

We had an unexpected visitor near campus yesterday! 🐻

A young black bear was spotted in the backyard of a house on Gates Street, next to University Park and across from the Shaich Family Alumni and Student Engagement Center.

The bear was tranquilized and relocated to a more rural area by the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife, Massachusetts Environmental Police and the Worcester Police Department (Official).

📸 Check out these photos of the action by University Photographer Steven King!

Progress on the gender-neutral bathroom initiative, curricula that teach cross-cultural skills, and allyship and advocacy have earned members of the Clark community recognition for their advancement of equity and inclusion.

Meet the recipients of the 2024 President’s Achievement Awards for Inclusive Excellence. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3Vm5Ihm

‘Inclusive excellence is a community effort’   Progress on the gender-neutral bathroom initiative, curricula that teach cross-cultural skills, and allyship and advocacy have earned members of the Clark community recognition for their commitment to advancing equity […]

The Clark University School of Business was recently featured in the Worcester Business Journal! 📰 Read more about the school’s recent name change and efforts to provide the next generation of business leaders with the tools to make the world a better place. ⬇️

Clark is rebranding its School of Management, in hopes of attracting students to its mission of mixing business education with societal good On June 1, Clark University marked the beginning of the next chapter of the school by officially renaming the School of Management as the School of Business.

During last month’s Commencement ceremony, professors Jackie Geoghegan and Kristen Williams watched their daughters Maire Geoghegan ’24, CDP ’25, and Anne Culhane-Williams ’24, MBA ’25 — who were born six weeks apart in 2002, when their mothers were already Clark colleagues and friends — complete the Clark undergraduate experience.

One could say that Maire and Anne started their Clark journeys years before their peers. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4aQy8WE

Born a Clarkie   When Kristen Williams, professor of political science, arrived at Clark for the fall 2001 semester, she was glad to meet Jackie Geoghegan, professor of economics. Like Kristen, Jackie was […]

Have you heard the news? 📰💼 The Clark University School of Management has officially been renamed the Clark University School of Business!

The change reflects a continued evolution of the focus and educational offering through the school and a stronger alignment with the interests, ambitions, and career paths of our students.

We're looking forward to this exciting next chapter!

Noah Katz ’26 — founder of The Umpire Channel — will make his Fenway Park debut this weekend when The Savannah Bananas bring their world tour to Boston.

The fun-loving, barnstorming baseball team will play in front of a sold-out crowd at the home of the Boston Red Sox, and Katz will be on the field as one of the game's umpires.

“As an umpire, it presents unique challenges but, most importantly, unique fun,” Katz told WCVB Channel 5 Boston. “It’s just the best time you’ll ever have on a baseball field.”

Watch his interview. ➡️ https://www.wcvb.com/article/massachusetts-college-student-savannah-bananas-umpire/61009824

Way to go, Noah! 👏

Mass. college student to umpire Savannah Bananas game at Fenway Park The 19-year-old, who is a professional umpire, has called games involving the fun-loving, barnstorming baseball team before.

Members of the Clark community celebrated Pride Month this afternoon with candy, crafts, and conversation in the University Center. 🏳️‍🌈 Thanks to all who joined us!

Join Clark’s LGBTQ+ Alumni Association for a Pride Month event celebrating Professor Elizabeth Blake’s new book, “Edible Arrangements: Modernism’s Q***r Forms," tomorrow — June 6!

June is Pride Month! Celebrate with us VIRTUALLY this Thursday!

Join Clark’s LGBTQ+ Alumni Association (CLAA) for an event celebrating Professor Blake’s new book, “Edible Arrangements: Modernism’s Q***r Forms.” The conversation will be moderated by Laura Robinson, Clark’s University Librarian.

Thursday, June 6, 7–8 p.m. EDT (4–5 p.m. PDT)
Register here - alumni.clarku.edu/pridemonth2024
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Clark University will celebrate Pride Month with a gathering in Red Square this Thursday, June 6, from 2-4 p.m. 🏳️‍🌈

All faculty, staff, and students are invited to drop by to connect, catch up, grab some giveaways, crafts, and candy, and recognize the University’s LGBTQIA+ community. We hope to see you there!

Event details ➡️ https://bit.ly/4c6Eult

☔️Rain location: Grace and Lurie Conference Rooms inside the University Center

Throughout her time at Clark, Natasha Rivas ’24 has worked to further her understanding of different languages and foster empathy across cultures.

Now, after graduating, she’ll travel to Japan to work as a language teacher. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3QM7BT2

Bridging the cultural divide through language   For most students in the U.S., studying another language or living abroad isn’t something they experience until college. But Natasha Rivas’s educational journey was unique. By the time she was […]

There’s still time to make a difference! Give to Clark before the fiscal year ends on May 31.

GIVE > alumni.clarku.edu/2024

Every contribution to The Clark Fund makes a difference to our community. This past year, generous donors helped us achieve many of the ambitious plans you have heard about including creating an Honors Experience and developing Clark’s School of Climate, Environment, and Society.

By supporting Clark, you can make a difference for our students, community, and our world.
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From alumni awards to a family picnic and tours of Clark’s newest building — and, of course, Dancing Under the Stars — Clarkies from across the decades returned to campus to celebrate during Reunion Weekend.

📸 View photos from Reunion 2024 ➡️ https://bit.ly/3yuYEXT

Let’s continue the celebration, Class of 2024! 🤩🎓

Check out the full Commencement photo album and download images from the day! 📸👉 https://bit.ly/4aDj0f0

Congratulations to our newest Clark University alumni. ❤️ We are so proud of you!

Today, Clark University awarded 1,376 degrees to the Class of 2024.

“So much precedes this day and so much will, of course, follow it,” President David B. Fithian ’87 told the graduates. “But for now, for this day, smile upon yourself, applaud your achievements, reflect upon your growth, celebrate your friends and classmates, and, perhaps most importantly, bask in the love of those here with you and for you.”

Read more from Clark's 120th Commencement. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4awp60y

‘Press for justice now, rather than justice delayed’   Clark University today awarded 1,376 degrees to the Class of 2024. President David B. Fithian ’87 opened Clark’s 120th Commencement held at the DCU Center in downtown Worcester by […]

And we're off! Clark University's 120th Commencement ceremony is underway. 🎓

Check out a few highlights from this morning, and don't forget to share your photos on social media using .

Congratulations, Clarkies!

Today, we celebrate our graduates! 🎓

Clark University’s 120th Commencement will begin at 10 a.m. at the DCU Center in downtown Worcester. Find the full schedule of events at clarku.edu/commencement.

Can’t attend in person? Visit the Commencement website to bookmark the livestream link and watch the ceremony from whenever you are!

📸: Collin Hamilton '27 (Collin Hamilton Photography)

Senior Awards Brunch and Toast 🏆🥂

👏 Congratulations to all the award recipients for their incredible accomplishments and contributions to Clark. ❤️

Dr. Robert Bullard — the “Father of Environmental Justice” — has an urgent message for the Class of 2024.

“We need leaders with a vision, who will step out and step up, even when it’s lonely out there. We should all care about the climate and how it impacts not only the planet but also our communities, neighborhoods, homes, and families,” he says.

Dr. Bullard will share remarks during Clark University's 120th Commencement on Monday, May 20. He spoke with ClarkNOW about his efforts to achieve environmental justice, his message to Clark’s graduating students, and his hope for the future.

Read his Q&A. ➡️ https://bit.ly/44Ozdwv

‘One person can make a difference’   Dr. Robert D. Bullard calls himself “an accidental environmentalist.” He didn’t start his career planning to fight for vulnerable communities, but he’s spent the last 45 years doing just […]