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T o p F i v e T h i n g s

1. The Garden of Earthly Delights

An exhibition of new works by Tacoma artist Mark Hoppmann is on display at Collins Memorial Library until Oct. 14. Plus, join a sketch-in with the artist on Oct. 3.

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2. Hear Ye, Hear Ye

The Town Crier Speaks Festival showcases one-act plays written, produced, directed, and performed by Puget Sound students. At Rausch Auditorium Oct. 5–6.

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3. Summer in the Wet Lab

What exactly happens in the Weyerhaeuser Hall “wet lab”? Caleb Van Boven ’19 reveals the secret of muscle tissue and why his summer research project matters.

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4. Math Rules

Rob Beezer, prof. of mathematics and computer science, has been awarded a $2 million research grant from the National Science Foundation for his UTMOST project.

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5. Power to the People

Dawn Padula, director of vocal studies, has been nominated for a People’s Choice Gregory Award for her principal role in Patience. Cast your vote by Oct. 5.

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N e w F a c e s

Jeneé James, new assistant athletic director

Hey, Jeneé!

Campus sends up a welcoming “Hack hack, chop chop” to Jeneé James, the Loggers’ new assistant athletic director. Jeneé brings a wealth of experience in athletics administration, coaching, and teaching in the South Sound.

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DID YOU KNOW? Ada Lovelace, the daughter of poet Lord Byron, is considered the first computer programmer. In 1843, she worked with inventor Charles Babbage to create algorithms for the Analytical Engine, a predecessor of modern computers.

Read about Sofia Schwartz ’18 and the Beta Coders Club

I n s i d e S c o o p

Alternative Fall Break
What do you really know about the City of Destiny? Spend your fall break exploring Tacoma’s history and culture through a social justice lens. Apps due Oct. 5.

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H a c k s & C h o p s

Illustration representing women in STEM fields

Disrupting the Boys’ Club
Why are there still so few women in tech, engineering, and science? Nearly half of women in those fields report a lack of role models. Margaret Dawson ’86, a 20-year tech industry veteran, is laser-focused on leading the way forward.

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Illustrations by Stacy Milrany

U p c o m i n g E v e n t s

Oct. 1
Bollywood Film Screening: Deewaar

Oct. 2
Fall Zine Series: Intro to Zines

Oct. 3
Women's Soccer vs. PLU

Oct. 4
Night at the Museum: Tales From the Tropics

Oct. 7
Jacobsen Series: Piano Trio

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What's happening THIS WEEK at Puget Sound? Rene '21 has the highlights.
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