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Incoming graduate student wins prestigious innovators fellowship

Megan Maneval — Fri, 09 May 2025 14:12:07 +0000

Incoming graduate student wins prestigious innovators fellowship Megan Maneval Fri, 05/09/2025 - 08:12

Experimental physicist Tuan Anh Nguyen is one of 19 recipients of this year's Hertz Fellowship, one of the most competitive and coveted doctoral fellowship programs in the nation.

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15 faculty recognized as exceptional mentors

Megan Maneval — Fri, 09 May 2025 13:32:09 +0000

15 faculty recognized as exceptional mentors Megan Maneval Fri, 05/09/2025 - 07:32

The Exceptional Graduate Faculty Mentor Award recognizes the work that faculty mentors do to improve the graduate student experience.

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4 Buffalo Bicycle Classic scholars earn Latin honors

Megan Maneval — Thu, 08 May 2025 21:41:43 +0000

4 Buffalo Bicycle Classic scholars earn Latin honors Megan Maneval Thu, 05/08/2025 - 15:41

Colorado Arts and Sciences Magazine

The Buffalo Bicycle Classic boasts helping young scholars, “some of Colorado's brightest.” Four of its beneficiaries have underscored this point, winning top honors while conducting novel research on Alzheimer's disease, breast cancer and the Russia-Ukraine war.

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College of Music professor wins centennial medal

Megan Maneval — Thu, 08 May 2025 14:31:40 +0000

College of Music professor wins centennial medal Megan Maneval Thu, 05/08/2025 - 08:31

In celebration of its 100th anniversary, the University of Miami has honored alumna Kelly Parkes—department chair and associate professor of music education in the CU Boulder College of Music—with the prestigious Centennial Medal, recognizing her extraordinary contributions to music education, teacher development and music education teacher preparation policy.

Parkes earned a doctorate in music education at University of Miami in 2006 and has become one of the most respected voices in music educator preparation and assessment in the United States. Her research has shaped national standards for music teaching effectiveness, influencing how thousands of music educators are educated and supported across the country.

"The Frost Centennial Medals were created to recognize alumni whose careers represent the highest ideals of the Frost School of Music and the University of Miami on the occasion of our 100th year. These medals were reserved for those whose professional contributions have meaningfully shaped their fields over a sustained period. In music education, we wanted to honor individuals whose leadership, scholarship and service have impacted the field nationally and internationally. Dr. Kelly Parkes is unquestionably among this distinguished group. Her sustained and influential scholarship in music assessment and teacher education has helped shape how we understand and advance music teaching and learning” said Carlos Abril, professor of music education and associate dean for research at the Frost School of Music in May 2025.

“Her service to the profession on numerous editorial and special interest committees has been equally impactful. Moreover, her work as a professor at leading music education programs in higher education has inspired and prepared the next generation of scholars and educators. Dr. Parkes fully embodies the spirit of the Frost Centennial Medal, and she is a most deserving recipient of this prestigious honor.”

A native of Australia, Parkes began her career as a professional orchestral musician, a band director and music teacher before earning her doctorate in music education. Her scholarship focuses on music teacher evaluation, assessment of musical learning and music teaching, and the intersections between K-12 classrooms and higher education in the preparation of teachers. In addition to her academic roles, she has advised the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) and serves on several advisory committees within the association.

Parkes reflected on her journey from aspiring educator to national thought leader:

“My time at the University of Miami laid the foundation for everything I’ve been privileged to do,” said Parkes. “It was there that I learned the power of music education, not just as an elective subject in schools but as a transformative experience for all humans across their lifespan. I am deeply honored to receive this recognition from the institution that shaped my path.”

As the University of Miami looks toward its second century, the Centennial Medal stands as a symbol of its enduring commitment to cultivating leaders who inspire, uplift and make a meaningful impact on the world. Parkes joins a distinguished group of honorees whose legacies reflect the university’s mission to foster creativity, excellence and service.

Kelly Parkes, who is the department chair of music education in the College of Music, was recently named as a Centennial Medalist by the University of Miami in recognition of her distinguished work in music education as an outstanding alumna.

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CU Boulder scholars recognized for innovation in doctoral research

Megan Maneval — Wed, 07 May 2025 12:54:50 +0000

CU Boulder scholars recognized for innovation in doctoral research Megan Maneval Wed, 05/07/2025 - 06:54

Patrick Das in Linguistics and Julia Shizuyo Popham in Ethnic Studies are among 45 doctoral students from across the country who are being recognized for their innovative approaches to their dissertation research in the humanities and social sciences.

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Quantum magic leads to top award for physics senior

Megan Maneval — Tue, 06 May 2025 14:48:06 +0000

Quantum magic leads to top award for physics senior Megan Maneval Tue, 05/06/2025 - 08:48

College of Arts and Sciences

Luke Coffman, a senior double majoring in physics and math, has been recognized for his outstanding research with a Stephen Halley White Undergraduate Research Award. The award is one of the top honors for graduating students in the Department of Physics.

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Sean Gopalakrishnan receives top honor for plasma research

Megan Maneval — Tue, 06 May 2025 14:44:05 +0000

Sean Gopalakrishnan receives top honor for plasma research Megan Maneval Tue, 05/06/2025 - 08:44

College of Arts and Sciences

Physics and astrophysics senior Sean Gopalakrishnan has been recognized for his outstanding plasma research with a Stephen Halley White Undergraduate Research Award. The award is one of the top honors for graduating students in the Department of Physics.

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CU Boulder's concrete canoe team places 3rd overall

Megan Maneval — Mon, 05 May 2025 20:04:30 +0000

CU Boulder's concrete canoe team places 3rd overall Megan Maneval Mon, 05/05/2025 - 14:04

College of Engineering and Applied Science

CU Boulder's Concrete Canoe team earned third place overall at a regional symposium. The popular student group—known for designing and racing a concrete canoe each year—continues to grow, with 28 CU Boulder students having participated in this year's event.

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UROP celebrates grant recipients, mentor awardees and Savit Scholars

Megan Maneval — Thu, 01 May 2025 21:17:29 +0000

UROP celebrates grant recipients, mentor awardees and Savit Scholars Megan Maneval Thu, 05/01/2025 - 15:17

The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program is pleased to announce the recipients of this cycle's UROP Student and Faculty Grants, Mentor Awards and Savit Scholars. Join UROP in celebrating these innovators.

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For faculty and staff awards, see who students chose

Megan Maneval — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:52:24 +0000

For faculty and staff awards, see who students chose Megan Maneval Fri, 04/25/2025 - 07:52

Twelve faculty and staff members were recognized at a special awards ceremony on April 10. Review this year's Marinus Smith Awards recipients.

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