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Chief Anthony Morgan Continues to Build New Community Public Safety Model

New therapy dog, BSAFE app, community-service officers, virtual-reality training, joint training with local law enforcement are among new Public Safety enhancements.

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Episode 71: Pursuing College Athletics

On this episode of College Admissions Insider, we're exploring the different ways students can pursue athletics in college.

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Bucknell to Open 2023-24 with Record Enrollment for Third Straight Year

Class of 2027 numbers 1,033 new students, bringing opening enrollment to a record 3,925 for the start of classes on Monday, Aug. 21.

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Bucknell Honors Outstanding Employees for Dedicated Service

Four Bucknell employees were honored for their willingness to go above and beyond for their coworkers and the students they serve.

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New West Campus Apartments are Ready for Residents

The construction of two modern apartment-style residence halls is complete in the first phase of a yearslong project to replace the Mods.

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Episode 70: Earning and Applying Transfer Credits

On this episode of College Admissions Insider, we'll further define what transfer credits are, how you get them and the process of submitting them to the school of your choice.

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Bucknell Repeats STARS Gold Rating for Sustainability

The University raises its score while maintaining its Gold Rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.

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Episode 69: Sending Your Student to College

In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we hear advice for navigating your child's first year away.

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(Re-air) Episode 18: College Housing: What You Need to Know Before Applying

In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we discuss the benefits of off-campus and on-campus housing, specialty housing options like Affinity Houses, roommate selection, and more

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Bucknell Reunion Weekend Set for June 2-4

The University will welcome more than 1,700 alumni and family members to campus.

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Episode 67: Community Engagement in College

In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we are talking about how you can translate your passion for service into amazing college experiences.

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Bucknell Honors Class of 2023 Graduates

The Bucknell community gathered together on Malesardi Quadrangle Sunday, May 14, to celebrate the academic achievements of the Class of 2023.

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Episode 66: Choosing (and Transferring From) Community College

We're chatting about how community college differs from four-year universities, why a student might consider attending this type of school, tips for transferring into a bachelor's degree program and more.

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Bucknell Set to Celebrate Class of 2023 Commencement

Nearly 900 graduates from 37 states and 20 countries are set to receive their degrees during Bucknell’s 173rd Commencement Sunday, May 14.

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Senior Tribute Aims to Encourage Togetherness, Boost Well-being

The Class of 2023 has provided an outdoor gathering space in the Grove in honor of the connections they've made at Bucknell.

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Bucknell Forum to Feature Five Renowned Speakers on Freedom of Expression

Academy Award-winning actor and activist Jane Fonda, Pulitzer Prize-winning political columnist George Will, and New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult to headline the 2023-24 Bucknell Forum speaker series

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Meet the Student Speaker and Soloist for Bucknell's 173rd Commencement

Kaia Rendo '23 will address the Class of 2023 as this year's Commencement student speaker, following a performance of the national anthem by Tom McKillop '23.

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Episode 65: What To Do if You’re Waitlisted

In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we're peeling back the curtain on how college waitlists actually work – from the factors that might lead to being waitlisted to how students can navigate Decision Day while awaiting an offer.

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Barbara F. Walter '86 Weighs in on Trump Indictment, US Civil War Probability in Bucknell Forum Finale

The scholar and New York Times bestselling author offered deep history and explicit examples of the cause of civil wars — and how close the U.S. could be to political fallout.

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(Re-air) Episode 36: You Got Your Acceptance Letter — Now What?

Receiving an acceptance letter on Decision Day is far from the end of the process. In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we’re covering what lies ahead after you’ve been admitted.