July 29, 2014
Do dogs understand human intentions? How can we improve mathematical functions for cryptography so we are safer online? Are state legislatures as polarized as Congress?
The Eckley Summer Scholars and Artists are spending their summers investigating these and other questions. Established by President Emeritus Robert S. Eckley, his wife Nell and the Eckley Family Foundation as one aspect of a major gift shortly before he passed away in 2012, the endowment provides a $4,000 stipend for each scholar to spend the summer conducting research under the direction of a faculty mentor.
“I am extremely excited to be an Eckley Scholar,” said recipient Thomas Simmons ’15. “Having the opportunity to dedicate my summer to research a topic I enjoy is an enormous reward, but the Eckley Scholar distinction is also an honor to carry.”
Below are links to stories about each of the Eckley Scholars and details about their projects:
Natalie Hoijer ’15: Building on a Musical Blueprint
Michael Kistner ’15: Polar Opposites
Niccole Nelson ’16: Inspired by Grandpa Al
Thomas Simmons ’15: Secure Searching
Kiri Stauch ’15: True Intentions