Visualizing Syrian Refugees
A year-long research project on media representations of Syrian refugees altered senior Mary Dellas’ perspective on journalistic objectivity and set her on a new career path. Previously interested in working in fashion industry public relations, Dellas now plans to pursue a career in journalism.
Research Team Investigates Hudson Valley’s Response to Humanitarian Crisis
Three years ago, LA&S colleagues Anne R. Roschelle, professor of sociology, and Luz Porras, lecturer of languages, literatures, and cultures, embarked on a journey to understand the mass migration of unaccompanied Central American minors into the United States.
English Department Debuts English Writing Fellows Program
When the English Department lost critical funding for tutors for its acclaimed Supplemental Writing Workshop (SWW), necessity proved the mother of invention.
Sociology Student Examines Queer Sexuality in Video Games
In the introduction to his Sociology Senior Seminar paper, Steven Bagoly breathlessly tells the tale of star-crossed lovers sharing a sweet, but fleeting, kiss during a zombie apocalypse.
Liberal Arts in Action: Emily Atkin ’11 (Journalism)
The “Liberal Arts in Action” series allows alumni to speak, in their own words, about the value of a liberal arts education. Emily Atkin is a staff writer at the New Republic.
Faculty Publications, Presentations and Honors
Congratulations to the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences faculty for their notable publications, presentations and honors.
Alumna and Associate Professor Coauthor French Language Workbook
Though Julie Cracco studied television and radio production as a New Paltz undergraduate, she realized that the language and culture of her beloved France spoke to her with greater urgency.