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Student Story
Kona Glenn '25, Computer Science & Engineering and Applied Mathematics
Kona Glenn '25 found her perfect fit at Bucknell, where she found a supportive community that encouraged her to pursue both engineering and rowing.
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Student Story
Elizabeth Malley '26, Biomedical Engineering
Inspired by her personal experiences with healthcare, Elizabeth Malley '26 wants to pursue a career in pediatric orthopedics, and her hands-on research experience at Bucknell is preparing her for that path.
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Bucknell Honors Outstanding Faculty
Six faculty members from across Bucknell's three colleges were recognized for excellence in teaching.
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Faculty Story
Sam Gutekunst, Mathematics and Computer Science
Sam Gutekunst, the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Assistant Professor of Data Science, provides students with hands-on experiences that help them understand, apply and appreciate the significance of data science.
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Bucknell Students Named as National Science Foundation Fellows and Goldwater Scholars
Six Bucknellians have been awarded two of the most prestigious fellowships and scholarships in higher education: National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships and Barry Goldwater Scholarships.
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Bucknell's Class of 2024: Ready for Their Next Chapter
After four years of perseverance and commitment, Bucknell University's Class of 2024 is ready to embark on a bright and promising future.
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Student Story
Iona Pitkin '25, Civil Engineering
Iona Pitkin '25 is bridging the gap between art and construction through a unique engineering project.
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Student Story
Caiden Covell '25, Mechanical Engineering
Student engineer and Presidential Fellow Caiden Covell '25 is excelling in hands-on research at Bucknell and beyond.
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Alumni Story
Kellen Haile '18, Mechanical Engineering
Kellen Haile '18 builds smarter robots and stronger communities.
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Dominguez Center for Data Science to Open at Bucknell University
The new center will advance the scholarship of data science by fostering cross-college, data-integrated learning and excellence in data literacy among students.
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Bucknell Recognizes Outstanding Faculty
Six faculty members from across Bucknell's three colleges are honored with awards for their dedication to teaching and scholarship.
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Manufacturing PA Grant to Fund Bucknell Engineering Project with Resilite
Bucknell engineering students and Resilite Sports Products to partner on project to build new machine used to produce Resilite's Zip Mat.
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A Summer of Discovery
More than 250 Bucknell students are spending their summer conducting experiments, delving into archives and exploring creative questions to make meaningful discoveries.
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Alumni Story
Mike Molinet '07, Mechanical Engineering
As the 2023 Walling Lecturer for the Freeman College of Management, Mike Molinet '07 offered advice on playing the long game.
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Student Consultants Drive Area Economic Development
Bucknell students have assisted 29 business startups in the past year as consultants with the Bucknell Small Business Development Center.
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Bucknell Engineers Build Prosthetic Leg for Adopted Dog
A student-designed prosthetic is helping a three-legged golden retriever live a healthy, active life.
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Meet Bucknell's Newest National Science Foundation Fellows and Goldwater Scholars
Eight Bucknellians have been awarded two of the most prestigious fellowships and scholarships in higher education: National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships and Barry Goldwater Scholarships.
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Bucknell Engineers Test Advances in Soft Robotics
In Bucknell's Dana Engineering labs, student researchers are designing nimble, pliable robots inspired by the complex motions of living organisms.
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Ingenuity at Work: Bucknell Engineers Solve Professional Design Problems
Seniors across Bucknell's eight engineering majors are collaborating on projects that make real-world impacts for a range of companies and organizations.
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Alumni Story
Matt Kandler '10, Mechanical Engineering
Like most entrepreneurs, Matt Kandler '10 didn't succeed on his first try — and his failure led to his success.