Episode 501 - Knowledge for Freedom

We'll talk with Tony Boston, Dickinson's inaugural Chief Diversity Officer. "Diversity, equity and inclusion work is for everyone," Boston says. "I want to invite as many voices into this conversation as possible because we all have stories to tell and experiences and backgrounds to contribute to this work." Plus, Associate Professor of Mathematics and Data Analytics Jeff Forrester brings us a new puzzle question, and President John E. Jones III '77, P'11 discusses the latest leg of the Dickinson Forward tour.

We visit Dickinson's recent International Climate Symposium, where hundreds of students engaged in meaningful sessions with world-class experts on climate science and policy, including authors from the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). The event is part of Dickinson's annual Rose-Walters Prize for Environmental Activism, which honored the IPCC this year. Plus, the puzzler returns with a new question, and President John E. Jones III '77, P'11 discusses the Dickinson Forward tour and his message to Dickinsonians near and far.

We take a trip to the roof of Tome Hall, where Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies Allyssa Decker and Riley Kuehn '23 (environmental science) have installed a small green roof pilot project. Plus, President John E. Jones III '77, P'11 reflects on his recent inauguration and discusses what's next for the college.

We meet Erin Lowe '23, the first Dickinsonian to earn a prestigious Truman Scholarship, which supports the next generation of public service leaders. Plus, we'll head to the theater to find the answer to puzzlemaster and Associate Professor of Mathematics Jeff Forrester's latest puzzler. Also, President John E. Jones III '77, P'11 reflects on the Class of 2022's Commencement.

We visit Dickinson College Farm Works, a new store that brings education, entrepreneurship and farm-to-table food from Dickinson's organic College Farm directly to downtown Carlisle, Pa. Plus, we'll reveal the mystery place from our last episode, and puzzlemaster and Associate Professor of Mathematics Jeff Forrester has a new theatrical clue. Know the answer? Email [email protected] for a chance to win Dickinson swag! Also, President John E. Jones III '77, P'11 tells us how the college's recent successes keep stacking up, and how he plans to keep the momentum going.

We chat with the Rev. Yvette Davis, the director of Dickinson College's Popel Shaw Center for Race & Ethnicity. We'll hear about her leadership background in diversity, equity and inclusion work and her vision for sharing that expertise at Dickinson. Plus, Puzzlemaster and Associate Professor of Mathematics Jeff Forrester reveals the answer to last episode's question and has a new poetic puzzle looking for a place. Know the answer? Email [email protected] for a chance to win Dickinson swag! Also, President John E. Jones III '77, P'11 discusses his vision for the college, including its new strategic plan, and how he plans to connect with alumni.

In this episode, we meet Dickinson students Katya Egorova '22 and Pamela Ortiz '22, computer science majors who brought Girls Who Code to campus. We'll hear how the group that aims to close the gender gap in tech is thriving by offering technical know-how, support and a unique space for women in STEM. Plus, Puzzlemaster and Associate Professor of Mathematics Jeff Forrester reveals the answer to last episode's question and has a new puzzle that will have you hunting for a trailblazer. Know the answer? Email [email protected] for a chance to win Dickinson swag! Also, interim President John E. Jones III '77, P'11 updates us on The Campaign for Scholarships: Change a Life—Change the World and the college's new All Devils Rise campaign in support of our student-athletes.

In this episode, we tag along with Sunrise Movement co-founder Varshini Prakash during her three-day residency as part of The Sam Rose '58 and Julie Walters Prize for Environmental Activism. We'll hear how her grassroots organizing skills are inspiring others to combat climate change across the country. Plus, Puzzlemaster and Associate Professor of Mathematics Jeff Forrester reveals the answer to last episode's question and has a new puzzle about a game of chance. Know the answer? Email [email protected] for a chance to win Dickinson swag! Also, interim President John E. Jones III '77, P'11 discusses The Campaign for Scholarships: Change a Life—Change the World and the college's renaming of two facilities.

We dive into Data Analytics, Dickinson's newest academic program. We'll explore how the major brings Dickinson's unique liberal-arts approach to this blend of math, computer science, economics and philosophy. Hear from students, professors and an alumnus who is helping highlight the new program. Plus, Puzzlemaster and Associate Professor of Mathematics Jeff Forrester reveals the answer to last episode's poetic question and has a new puzzle guaranteed to fight bad breath. Know the answer? Email [email protected] for a chance to win Dickinson swag! Also, interim President John E. Jones III '77, P'11 discusses the Reynolds Leadership Scholar Program and his recent trip to the Eradicate Hate Global Summit.

We go inside the Knowledge for Freedom program through Dickinson's House Divided Project. The unique summer residential program, funded by a grant from the Teagle Foundation, is giving traditionally underserved high school students a head start on college while exploring the history of freedom and democracy through the fight against slavery. Plus, Puzzlemaster and Associate Professor of Mathematics Jeff Forrester reveals the answer to last episode's question and has a poetic inquiry for you. Know the answer? Email [email protected] for a chance to win Dickinson swag! Also, interim President John E. Jones III '77, P'11 discusses his return to Carlisle and the Dickinson Forward initiative.