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Bucknell Interdisciplinary Team Uncovers and Preserves Rare Japanese Films
A Bucknell interdisciplinary team, led by Professor Eric Faden, English — film/media studies, has uncovered and digitally preserved rare Japanese paper films from the 1930s, offering a glimpse into a forgotten chapter of cinematic history.
Bucknell Students to Teach National Poetry Month Classes with Lewisburg Schools
Sixteen Bucknell students enrolled in a new National Poetry Month Project course will begin teaching poetry classes March 17 through next month.
Hailey Drapcho '26, English — Literary Studies and Classics
By studying the roots of storytelling in Classics and the evolution of English — Literary Studies, Hailey Drapcho '26 is crafting a narrative of her own in the literary world.
Executive Interns Make Lasting Impact on Campus
The program provides work experience to students in 11 University executive offices.
Aiden Cherniske '27, Computer Engineering
For Aiden Cherniske '27, engineering is more than just circuits and code — it's a way to connect, inspire and give back.
Jorge Gherson '27, Physics
Jorge Gherson '27 came to Bucknell in search of a close-knit community. He found that in the College of Arts & Sciences.
Bertrand Library Earns Library Excellence in Access and Diversity Award
Insight Into Diversity magazine's LEAD Award represents national recognition of academic libraries making a difference for all underrepresented groups.
MLK Week to Feature Civil Rights Activist Judy Richardson, Pioneering Actor George Takei
Richardson, Takei headline the 10-day campus celebration honoring the life and legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
Bucknell Ranked Fourth Among US Baccalaureate Institutions in Study Abroad
The rankings are part of the latest Open Doors Report on International Education Exchange.
Brennah Kennedy '26, Electrical Engineering
Brennah Kennedy '26 arrived at Bucknell with a desire to make the world a better place. The College of Engineering showed her how to do that.
Bucknell Names Maureen McGuinness New Associate Vice President & Fritz Family Dean of Students
Title IX coordinator for University of North Texas System, former assistant vice president for student affairs/dean of students at UNT to join Bucknell in January.
Bucknell Reimagines Dining to Enhance the Student Experience
Through Bucknell’s partnership with its new dining vendor, Chartwells Higher Education, the University is exploring the many roles that food can play — as both a tool to broaden culinary horizons and promote a sense of belonging — in sustaining not only individuals but whole communities.
Bucknell Formalizes Partnership with Matriculate to Aid Access for Underserved Students
University commits to meeting full demonstrated financial need for at least two Matriculate High School Fellows annually.
Morgan Powell '26, Civil Engineering
Morgan Powell '26 is engineering solutions for a better tomorrow by developing innovative, sustainable housing models that could provide temporary shelter for refugees.
Bucknell Gets High Marks in Engineering, Innovation from 'U.S. News & World Report'
Bucknell is 5th on the ‘Best Undergraduate Engineering — Non-Doctorate’ list and 6th among 'Most Innovative Schools — National Liberal Arts Colleges.’
Evelyn Bliss '27, Biology
Evelyn Bliss '27 has thrived in Bucknell's supportive academic and athletic environment; the javelin thrower competed in the 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials and earned a bronze medal at the U20 World Championships.
Bucknell to Host Family Weekend, Partner in International Festival
More than 3,200 family members and current Bucknell students are expected to participate in activities throughout the weekend, Sept. 20-22.
Bucknell Accepted to FirstGen Forward Network, Enhances Support for First-Generation Students
By joining this national network and making significant changes to its support structure, Bucknell is expanding its commitment to first-generation students.
Chris Sims '25, Economics
At Bucknell, Chris Sims ’25 has defied limits, excelling as a rare two-sport athlete on the football field and the track.
Bucknell Students Produce Interdisciplinary Insights Through Summer Research
Typically, summer break offers students and faculty a well-earned reprieve from the rigor of an academic year packed full with classes, clubs, athletic events and more. However, curiosity and intellectual inquiry don’t take a break just because classes do. These three Bucknellians have been engaged in meaningful summer research that has produced new insights across the University’s three colleges.