Bulldog Bites

As we near the end of the Spring 2018 semester, here are some recent accomplishments by our talented students and faculty, as well as recognition of University of Redlands administrators and staff. 

On March 26, the Network of Executive Women partnered with the University of Redlands College of Arts and Sciences Business Administration and Accounting Departments to host a forum titled “Keys to Success: How Women Can Succeed in Business.”

On March 22 and 23, the Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGS) Department hosted the 10^th Annual WGS Studies Student Conference.

On Sunday, March 18, about 60 children and their University of Redlands mentors took a field trip from Big Buddies Redlands to the Los Angeles Zoo.

James Krueger, philosophy professor and director of the program, chatted with Mika Elizabeth Ono and Katie Olson of U of R’s Bulldog Blog about what distinguishes the major from pre-med studies, how it can satisfy a range of student interests, and the need for a broad-based approach to the field of medicine.

Francesca Lia Block discusses a writer’s life

Francesca Lia Block, the author of more than 25 books of fiction, nonfiction, short stories, and poetry, recently paid a visit to the University of Redlands. 

Jennifer King ’05, director of the Rochford Scholar College Access Program and a doctoral student in U of R’s School of Education, reflects on her own path to higher education and the importance of the Rochford Leadership Initiative. 

The University of Redlands has received a Tree Campus USA recognition from the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management and for engaging staff and students in conservation goals.

Professor of Environmental Studies Monty Hempel, who chairs the U of R Sustainability Council, chatted with Mika Elizabeth Ono and Katie Olson of U of R’s Bulldog Blog about the council, environmental education, and what a sustainable community means for the U of R.   

University of Redlands students organized a peaceful demonstration on March 14 as part of the #NationalWalkOut and #MarchForOurLives movement across the country to raise awareness about the impact of gun violence on our society.

Growing up in Morocco in a family of educators, School of Education student Amal Houck ‘18 knew that she was destined to be a teacher.

The annual University of Redlands Relay for Life, one of hundreds of Relays across the country, was held at the Ted Runner Stadium last Saturday. Dozens of Bulldogs and Redlands community members braved the rare California rain to walk and raise money for the American Cancer Society. 

In celebration of the women of our past, present, and future, enjoy this compilation of songs selected by women who work at the University of Redlands.

Ben Wyeth ’05, Bulldog and frontman for indie rock band Hockey, debuts his new band, Brand.

Christopher Gabbitas of The King’s Singers joins choral faculty to teach in unique program

Music students seeking a professional career as choral musicians can soon apply for the one-of-a-kind Master of Music in Vocal Chamber Music at the University of Redlands School of Music.

Hideko Sera, associate dean of the University of Redlands School of Education, contributes her thoughts on the importance of educating girls and women around the world.

The University of Redlands has ranked fourth among small schools on the Peace Corps’s 2018 Top Volunteer-Producing Colleges and Universities list. There are 14 Bulldogs currently volunteering worldwide, and a total of 286 alumni have served in the Peace Corps.

Due to the encouragement of an undergraduate vocal professor, Raul Valdez ’19 traveled from Texas to California to audition for the vocal performance graduate program at the University of Redlands School of Music. Unexpectedly, he found his new home. 

At this juncture bridging Black History Month and this weekend’s Oscars, here are some films that capture the challenges, struggles, and triumphs of Black Americans, past and present.