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Winter 2024 Edition
On the Cover
The interdisciplinary atmosphere of the FSU College of Arts and Sciences sparks inspiration and allows students and faculty to harness the collaborative power of the humanities and sciences to spur groundbreaking discoveries that can change the world. Illustration by Marc Thomas.
Florida State alumnus Tevin Wooten is an Emmy-winning meteorologist and 2023 Grad Made Good
Vice President for University Advancement and FSU Foundation President Marla Vickers brings Nole knowledge to leadership role
Florida State biophysics alumnus Afshin Beheshti looks to the stars to unlock mysteries of disease progression
Florida State alumni create next-generation scientific instrumentation for use on Earth and beyond
Doctoral student Yuanyao Tan combines statistical models and brain imaging to uncover innovative medical solutions
Doctoral student Rituparna Khan’s new tool gives health care providers an edge in diagnosing, treating early-stage cancer
Cadet, mathematics major Luke Whitwell prepares for a high-octane military career
Double-major Jackson Cheplick uses research experience to prepare for a museum career
Budding biologists study in a world scientific center through the Biology in London program
Philosopher Zina Ward helps scientists understand the human and ethical considerations of their work
Physicist Mayly Sanchez studies the smallest known particle to understand the origins of the universe
Historian Andrew Frank unites disciplines, amplifies voices within Florida State’s Native American and Indigenous Studies Center
Biologist Emily DuVal investigates complex rituals of lance-tailed manakins and what such animal behaviors can mean for human relationships