COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES 1 Robert A Flowers II Herbert J. and Ann L. Siegel Dean SPRING 2025 MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN CELEBRATING INNOVATION, ENGAGEMENT, AND EXCELLENCE Exploring the transformative impact of research, teaching, and community engagement in the College of Arts and Sciences As another academic year nears its end, I continue to be inspired by the remarkable research, scholarship, and creative work emerging from the College of Arts and Sciences. The stories in this issue highlight the breadth and depth of these efforts, demonstrating the ways in which our faculty and students are pushing boundaries, bridging disciplines, and preparing for success in an ever-changing world. A tenet of our mission is a deep commitment to community engagement. This remains a defining characteristic of the College, reflected in the meaningful contributions our students make—whether in local neighborhoods or across the globe. The Community Fellows program places CAS students in roles throughout the Lehigh Valley, allowing them to actively contribute to initiatives that foster change. Meanwhile, the Berman Center for Jewish Studies continues to serve as a vibrant hub, drawing members of the wider community to campus and igniting important conversations that have both local and global significance. Through lectures, programs, and research, the Center has established itself as a key resource for scholars and community members alike, enriching discussions on Jewish history, culture, and identity. Equally essential to our work is the exceptional teaching and mentorship provided by our faculty. Through their research and instruction, whether in the classroom, the studio, the laboratory, or in the field—faculty equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive both academically and professionally. Their influence is evident in the stories shared here. For nearly five decades, field camp in the department of Earth and environmental sciences has been a defining experience, providing students with immersive, hands-on research in 10 national parks. Or Aurora Bertoldo ’25, who traveled to Mongolia as part of an international research team, and Julia Klayman ’25, who examines gender, survival, and public health in Uganda, exemplify the global reach of our academic endeavors. On campus, Michael Burger mentors students studying the auditory system, while graduate students like Jace Curran and Olivia Mather, who investigate physics and medieval history respectively, further illustrate the depth of inquiry taking place. Your connection to the College strengthens our mission. Your support ensures that we can continue fostering academic excellence and innovation. I invite you to celebrate these achievements and explore ways to engage with and support the College’s vital work. ACUMEN MAGAZINE EDITOR Robert Nichols ’17G | CAS ADVISORY BOARD Robert A. Flowers II, dean; Kelly Austin, R. Michael Burger, Dawn Keetley, Jessecae Marsh, associate deans | GRAPHIC DESIGNER Kayley LeFaiver | CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Hayley Frerichs, Sarah Karnish, Vicki Mayk, Steve Neumann, Robert Nichols ’17G, Chris Quirk, Melinda Rizzo | PHOTOGRAPHERS Douglas Benedict, Christine Kreschollek, Christa Neu ACUMEN is published annually by the College of Arts and Sciences at Lehigh University | COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Lehigh University, 9 West Packer Avenue Bethlehem, PA 18015 | cas.lehigh.edu | ©2025 Lehigh University Cover illustration by Gwen Keraval DOUGLAS BENEDICT READER FEEDBACK: Please send comments to: acumen@lehigh.edu CAS.Lehigh lehigh_cas lehighu-cas @lehigh_cas @Lehigh_CAS
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