by Sheila Waterhouse | Apr 14, 2014 | Student Spotlights
Theresa’s research combines agro ecology and theoretical ecology in urban agriculture. Her dissertation focuses on the migration and dispersal of pests in an agro ecosystem and how the urban landscape affects the dispersal of pests through the environment. Her...
by Sheila Waterhouse | Apr 4, 2014 | Student Spotlights
It’s exciting to explore uncharted territory. That’s what Katy – and her department – are doing with the young Ph.D. program in Screen Arts and Cultures. “I think we’ve had three Ph.D. candidates graduate so far.” After receiving an undergraduate degree in Screen Arts...
by Sheila Waterhouse | Mar 29, 2014 | Student Spotlights
In his Ph.D. research, Steve is studying inflammatory breast cancer, specifically the microenvironment of normal tissue and immune responses to determine how non-cancerous cells may make this form of cancer more aggressive. A fundamental characteristic of inflammatory...
by Sheila Waterhouse | Mar 8, 2014 | Student Spotlights
A printmaker and assemblage artist, John Gutoskey was inspired to return for a Master’s in Fine Art later in life than many of his peers. He’s filled his three years as a graduate student at U-M with a significant list of accomplishments, attributing some of this...
by Sheila Waterhouse | Feb 18, 2014 | Student Spotlights
Lingli’s research addresses the issue of current eco-hydrological models and their ability to predict species-specific response to decreased water availability. Specifically, climate change with warmer temperatures and increased occurrence of seasonal droughts will...
by Sheila Waterhouse | Feb 18, 2014 | Student Spotlights
Seçkin’s research is dedicated to understanding the biology of brain tumors and the development of the cerebral cortex. More specifically, he tests the effects of various genetic modifications on inhibition of a malignant brain tumor and at the same time tries to...
by Sheila Waterhouse | Feb 18, 2014 | Student Spotlights
”I’m here because I want to do work that is important to people in a real way. I want to solve real problems and connect to real needs. I believe the best way to change the world is to make something inspirational and have people react to it.” Geospace, an established...
by Sheila Waterhouse | Feb 18, 2014 | Student Spotlights
Timeka’s research focuses on race, gender, media and spirituality and the ways in which Black women engage with media as content creators and as audience members. New media represents a unique frontier, with low barriers to entry for Black women to present their own...
by Sheila Waterhouse | Feb 18, 2014 | Student Spotlights
Colin Quinn’s anthropology research has taken him far from campus to the gorgeous landscapes of the Romanian countryside where he’s uncovered the artifacts he’s sought – and some unexpected treasure as well. Ph.D. research can be a laborious endeavor, and the rewards...
by Sheila Waterhouse | Jan 13, 2013 | Student Spotlights
Amy Krings received her Master’s in Social Work from Michigan and settled into her field. She bought a house, she got a dog, and she saved for her retirement fund. Her life was stable and on an upward trajectory, but there was still something missing. “If it hadn’t...
