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Bucknell Student Receives Jack Kent Cooke Graduate Scholarship

Psychology major and first-generation student Marie Victoire Alexis '26 has been awarded a prestigious scholarship to support her pursuit of graduate study in counseling.

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Class of 2026 Leaves Its Mark with New ELC Patio Gathering Space

Bucknell’s Class of 2026 is funding a new outdoor patio and seating area at the Elaine Langone Center as its Senior Tribute, creating a lasting space for connection at the heart of campus.

Class of 2025 graduates celebrate during Bucknell's 175th Commcencement.

Class of 2026: Ready for What's Next

From vaccine manufacturing labs to classrooms, courtrooms and global tech firms, Bucknell’s Class of 2026 is stepping into ambitious next chapters powered by hands-on learning, close faculty mentorship and a supportive alumni network.

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Undergraduate Research at Bucknell Leads to Four Goldwater Scholarships

Bucknell students earned four Barry Goldwater Scholarships this year, an achievement that reflects the University’s strong culture of undergraduate research, mentorship and support for aspiring scientists and engineers.

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Freeman College's New Career Search Accelerators Boost Job Outcomes

Freeman College of Management's Career Search Accelerators provide personalized, hands-on coaching, helping graduating seniors secure jobs and strengthen their transition from college to career.

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Bucknell Seniors Engineer Solutions to Critical Water Needs

For their Senior Design project, a team of Bucknell engineers traveled to Ghana to design and build a well that can provide year-round access to clean water. 

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Bucknell Study: Stress Hormones Drive Seabird Chicks to Rapid Siblicide

Biology team's research shows elevated corticosterone increases aggression — and survival — in Alaskan black-legged kittiwakes.

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Bucknell Intercollegiate Film Festival to Showcase State's Top Student Filmmakers May 1

Student-programmed festival will feature short films selected from 82 submissions from 19 colleges at the Campus Theatre.

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'Wicked' Actor and Disability Advocate Marissa Bode to Deliver Bucknell Student Lectureship

Presented by the Bucknell Student Lectureship Committee, Bode will appear Monday, April 20, in the Weis Center for the Performing Arts

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Juliet King '18, Biology

Juliet King '18, now a doctoral researcher at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, is investigating how genetic mutations disrupt the cellular processes that shape the developing palate — work that could help advance treatments for cleft palate.

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Bucknell University Receives Transformative Gift to Grow Campus Farm

In recognition of a transformative gift from Bill '70 and Madeline Morrow, the Bucknell Farm has been officially named the Morrow Farm at Bucknell University. This thriving campus resource connects students, faculty, staff and the broader community through hands-on learning and shared stewardship of the land.

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Bucknell Chemistry Professor Awarded Kaufman Foundation Grant to Develop Switchable Molecular Systems

The $100,000, two-year award will engage students in undergraduate molecular research that may lead to pollutant capture, or future smart glass applications.

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My Ly '27, Mechanical Engineering

First-generation student My Ly '27 transferred to Bucknell, where she advocates for underrepresented students while earning recognition for her research on more sustainable lithium-ion battery recycling.

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Shaheryar Asghar '28, Economics and Psychology

Shaheryar Asghar '28, a double-major in psychology and economics from Lahore, Pakistan, is working across disciplines to custom build an education that will prepare him for a variety of careers.

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Bucknell Engineering Students Take on Project to Protect Prosthetic Limbs of Winter Parathletes

The team works with World Cup skeleton parathlete medalist and retired Army veteran on a prosthetic limb warming device through Project S.E.R.V.E. national competition.

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Sophia Bardunias '28, Business Analytics

California native Sophia Bardunias '28 sought out Bucknell for its Division I athletics and hands-on academic opportunities.

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Bucknell Receives 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

The elective designation recognizes the University’s sustained commitment to reciprocal community partnerships.

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Laura Posh '27 Markets, Innovation & Design

Through Bucknell's markets, innovation & design major, Laura Posh '27 is shaping a path that blends creativity and business strategy toward a future career in athletic brand marketing.

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Gerry and Nancy Hall: Honoring a Memory Through Enduring Gifts to Bucknell

Doug Hall ’91 possessed a spirit of adventure, discovery, benevolence and creativity. His parents, Gerry '63, P'91 and Nancy Hall P'91, are honoring his memory through transformative gifts to Bucknell, ensuring future students can discover the same joy, growth and possibility that shaped his life.

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Monwabisi Qeki '28, Neuroscience

At Bucknell, neuroscience major Monwabisi Qeki '28 is combining research, community engagement and global advocacy to advance youth empowerment and equitable health care.