The relationship between mental health and athletics was the focus of the senior seminar research project of Taylor Boe ’18 of Ripon, Wisconsin. His presentation, “Mental Health in Student-Athletes,” was inspired by Boe’s personal struggles with mental health. “I lost my best friend and younger cousin to suicide four years ago, and I lost who […]
The deep, metaphysical implications of traveling back in time were explored by Evie Green ’18 of Lane Cove, Australia, in her senior philosophy seminar research project, “Why Assuming a Time Theory that Allows for the Philosophical Possibility of Backward Time Travel Makes Our Lives Fatalistic.” Green was inspired by her lifelong love of “Doctor Who,” […]
The construction of a national identity in Afghanistan was addressed by Nicholas Henning ’18 of Orfordville, Wisconsin, in his national security studies senior seminar research project, “Nation-Building in Afghanistan.” Henning has been interested in the military since seventh grade. His interest was heightened after his fiancée’s first cousin was killed in Afghanistan in 2012, and […]
“I’ve seen women come in wearing bras that are held up by belts, safety pins, stitches and staples,” says Rachael Heger ’03 of Indianapolis, Indiana. “When you are able to put on a new bra that fits, that feels good that’s in a style you want, it can really change your day.” What started as […]
“Overall, I would call it tiring, but good,” says Mike Baumhardt ’18 of Richfield, Wisconsin. “There were some times where it felt overwhelming, but we were able to get through it.” Baumhardt was referring to his senior research project, “Emotional Effects and Gender Differences on Perception of Ability,” which was carried out with Ceanna Caelwaerts […]
A brief biography of famed movie and stage actor Spencer Tracy ’24 was published April 26, 2018, in Milwaukee Magazine. The article, “Milwaukee’s Spencer Tracy crafted one of Hollywood’s greatest legacies,” references the Milwaukee native’s time at Ripon College, his early days in Milwaukee and his nine Academy Award nominations. He was the first actor […]
A 15-year project of passion to honor the military finally came to fruition May 1 for James Laufenburg ’79 of Arlington, Virginia. A 12-foot bronze sculpture commemorating the 3rd United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) will be unveiled and dedicated today at the Old Guard Monument at Fort Myer, Virginia. Laufenburg majored in anthropology […]
Associate Professor of Politics and Government Lamont Colucci has several recent publications related to current world events. “Syrian Civil War: The Necessity of a Tactical, Operational, and Strategic Response” was published April 20, 2018, under the peer-reviewed Praeger Security Series. The essay focuses on the American response to the Syrian regime of Bashir Al-Assad’s use […]
“The feeling of presenting my research in our great nation’s capital is an honor and an unforgettable experience,” said Willie Penterman ’18 of Kaukauna, Wisconsin. Penterman, along with Lauren Hince ’18 of Blaine, Minnesota, and Rose Hogmire ’18 of Lake Elmo, Minnesota, attended the recent Pi Sigma Alpha National Student Research Conference. Pi Sigma Alpha […]
Kurt Dietrich, professor of music and the Barbara Baldwin De Frees Chair in the Performing Arts, is the author of the recently published book Wisconsin Riffs: Jazz Profiles from the Heartland. Dietrich’s book was published this month by the Wisconsin Historical Society Press. On Monday, April 30, he will speak at 7 p.m. at the […]
Brad Alberts ’92 of Southlake, Texas, has been promoted to president of the Dallas Stars Hockey Club. An article about his promotion, “Alberts’ star shines brightly,” was published March 19, 2018, in the Janesville (Wisconsin) Gazette. His sports activities and graduation from Ripon College are cited. Alberts will oversee all aspects of the Stars business […]
Speaking for the first time about her experience as a woman living with Tourette Syndrome (Tourette’s), Amber Beres ’97 of Indianapolis, Indiana, took the stage last fall to speak for the Sparks organization, a membership-based group dedicated to providing “new ways of thinking in the areas of personal and business development, marketing, technology, motivation and […]
After just 18 hours and 51 minutes and thousands of social media shares on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, Ripon College’s first-ever #OneDayRally giving day campaign came in 221 percent ahead of goal, raising a total of $656,626 from 940 donors. Highlights from #OneDayRally Top 3 classes for total donors 1978: 48 donors 2018: 39 donors […]
Ripon College’s Orchestra will perform at 3:15 p.m., Sunday. April 29. The concert will be held in Demmer Recital Hall, C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts. Adjunct Instructor of Music Michael Lund Ziegler is the conductor. The musical selections for the program are “Pasotale D’ete,” by Arthur Honegger; “Dixtuor d’instruments à vent,” by Darius Milhaud; […]
College Days, Ripon College’s student newspaper, won 11 awards from the Wisconsin Newspaper Association in the 2017 WCMA Better Newspaper Contest Awards. The publication won an honorable mention in the category of General Excellence, the top award available, indicating that it is judged to be one of the best overall college papers in the state. […]
The Ripon College Jazz Ensemble will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 27. The concert will be held in Demmer Recital Hall, C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts, on the campus. Professor of Music Kurt Dietrich is the conductor. Admission to the concert is free. Selections will include several Latin jazz pieces by jazz pianist […]
The Department of Music will present a student recital at 11:15 a.m. Tuesday, April 24. The concert will be in Demmer Recital Hall, C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts. Students who will be performing are: Mli>Callista DeCramer ’20 of Princeton, Wisconsin Lauren Good ’19 of Wautoma, Wisconsin Margaret Goodwin ’18 of Port Washington, Wisconsin John […]
The Ripon College Symphonic Wind Ensemble concert, previously postponed because of the recent snowstorm, has been rescheduled for 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 2, in Demmer Recital Hall, C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts. Professor of Music Kurt Dietrich is the conductor, and Kate Myszewski ’19 of Appleton, Wisconsin, will conduct one selection. Selections will be […]
Kurt Dietrich, professor of music and the Barbara Baldwin De Frees Chair in the Performing Arts, was quoted in an article about UW Jazz Week at the University of Wisconsin-Madison April 23 in the Wisconsin State Journal. Dietrich earned his Ph.D. from UW-Madison and is the author of the recently published book Wisconsin Riffs: Jazz […]
Work by senior student art majors will be exhibited Friday, April 27, through May 13 in the lobby of C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts. It is a culmination of the students’ studies at Ripon College. Featured artists are Keeley Eames of Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, and Caryssa Waite of Princeton, Wisconsin. Art history major Elizabeth […]