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First-Gen College Success: John-Manuel Andriote ’80 on His Role at Winship Cancer Institute
John-Manuel Andriote ’80, former first-generation college student and well-reknowned health journalist, is now a senior writer at the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University in Atlanta, GA. We sat down with him to ask about his career and trends in the world of storytelling.
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Gordon College in 2024: 10 Memorable Moments of Academic Growth and Achievement
Here are 10 of the biggest academic achievements the Gordon College community accomplished in 2024.
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Jermane Zorrilla ’21 and Family Win Big on Family Feud: A Dream Come True
Jermane Zorilla ’21 and her family won over $40,000 on Family Feud, winning the maximum of five games and the trip of a lifetime.
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Dr. Liza Abraham on the Benefits of Green Chemistry in Education and Industry
Dr. Liza Abraham, associate professor of chemistry, is on a mission to help higher education focus on green chemistry that is greener and safer, empowering students to create a positive impact on the world.
Navigating Political Discontent: Dr. Paul Brink’s Search for Fairness and Justice
Dr. Paul Brink, professor of political science, spent his sabbatical exploring reasons behind this political dissatisfaction and seeking to find a different approach to fairness and justice. He found our country is in desperate need of a theory of justice that takes better account of the diverse communities and identities of American society.
From Deconstruction to Reformation: Dr. Soong-Chan Rah on Embracing Diversity in Faith and Practice
Rev. Dr. Soong-Chan Rah spoke at a March 19 Center for Faith and Inquiry event that the American church isn’t deconstructing, but reforming and growing thanks to increasing diversity. We can help our church by finding unity in our shared love for Christ.
Favorite Spots to Study On or Off Campus
Every college student has their favorite place to study between classes or on the weekends, and Gordon College students are no different. Here are some students’ favorite spots to study on or off campus.
Economics as a Moral Science: Dr. Jeffrey T. Young’s Franz Lecture Highlights
On Thursday, March 14, Gordon College hosted its annual Franz Lecture, a legacy event that’s been happening for over 30 years in honor of the late Professor David Franz, a visionary who helped shape the social sciences at Gordon. This year Young presented the lecture, based on his newly published book “Adam Smith’s Theory of Value and Distribution: Economics as a Moral Science Once Again.”
The Power of “Yes”
Meet Eric and Holly (Holbrook) Nelson ’89. They formed Special Hope Network after adopting their children Maggie, Mollie, and Sam. They experienced first-hand the profound need in developing areas for children with intellectual disabilities to have access to the critical care, facilities, and support that they need to thrive.