Dyson College of Arts and Sciences

Contents DYSON YEAR IN REVIEW • 2019-2020 1 From the Office of the Dean Inside Dyson 3 Snapshots A Society of Fellows celebration; the Dyson Scholars in Residence; and a winning walk. 5 Grant Funding Expands Scientific Opportunities A new imaging system provides fresh teaching, learning, and research capabilities. Research Notes 6 Dyson Fights Back The coronavirus pandemic came on fast, and the Dyson community responded. 7 Pace Students Present From the United Nations to the American Museum of Natural History, Pace students have been showcasing their talent. Pace Pitch Perfect Dyson College students won the Pace Pitch Contest. 8 Saving the Sea Turtles A Historic Fed Challenge Win News and Notes 20 Eye on Arts A look back at the Pace arts/performing arts scene. 23 Dyson College Institute for Sustainability and the Environment Debuts New Programs Pace Pleasantville Designated as a Bee Campus 24 Media Spotlight Introducing the Entrance One public relations agency, and collaborative coursework. 7 Must-reads by Dyson Faculty Faculty Awards 27 In Brief: Center for Community Action Standout Scholars Meet award-winning alumnae Mellison Arguson and Taslim Tavarez. 28 Setter Stories In Memoriam 29 Dyson By the Numbers Features Remoting In When the coronavirus pandemic hit, the students, faculty, and staff of Dyson College responded to the new normal. The Meat of the Matter Experts and attendees at the Resilience IV Summit: The Future of Meat? examined the many facets of the production and consumption of meat. Celebrating a Legacy Dyson College Dean Nira Herrmann, PhD, who stepped down at the conclusion of the 2019—20 academic year, has left behind a remarkable breadth of accomplishments. Express Yourself The Pace Storytelling for Equity and Inclusion Fellowship provides new opportunities to promote diverse creatives. 9 12 14 16 D Y S O N Y E A R I N R E V I E W • 2 0 1 9 – 2 0 2 0 4

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