Students pursue health and science-related internships and research

BY TESS REMICK ’21

As summer approaches, many Mount Holyoke students already have internships and research opportunities lined up. The following are profiles of a couple of students and their health and science - related plans. 

One-third of the Great Barrier Reef has died due to coral bleaching

One-third of the Great Barrier Reef has died due to coral bleaching

BY CHEYENNE ELLIS ’21

A new study discovered that an underwater heat wave two years ago resulted in the death of one-third of the Great Barrier Reef, according to The New York Times. Though the Reef is a physical and sedentary piece of the Australian underwater landscape, it is a living and vibrant collection of coral and other organisms. 

Senior Symposium showcased projects

BY SABRINA EDWARDS ’20

On Friday, April 13, students, faculty, staff, parents and friends convened in Kendade, Cleveland, Dwight and Reese to hear presentations on a variety of topics at the Senior Symposium. Held annually on campus, the Senior Symposium is a chance for seniors to share their academic interests and work in a panel-setting to the Mount Holyoke community. 

Physics professor awarded for research, to establish pre-college STEM program

Physics professor awarded for research, to establish pre-college STEM program

BY SABRINA EDWARDS ’20

Physics professor Kerstin Nordstrom was recently awarded a Cottrell Scholar Award from the Research Corporation for Science Advancement to further her educational and lab-based goals, specifically her work on granular flows.

Cosmetics are full of unlabeled dangerous toxins

Cosmetics are full of unlabeled dangerous toxins

BY TESS REMICK ’21

While many college students rush to get ready in the morning, chances are the ingredients in their cosmetic products are the last thing on their minds — they’re concerned about putting it on their faces and making it to class on time. Paying attention to ingredient lists may seem like an unnecessary and tedious task, but ignoring it could have repercussions. Earlier this month, CNN reported that animal waste was one of the many toxins found in counterfeit makeup, or makeup produced to imitate brand name products.