Leanne Clark-Shirley '04 awarded the 2024 Cottrell Distinguished Alumni Award
Among those dedicated to understanding and improving the lives of older adults, Leanne Clark-Shirley stands out as an exemplary leader.
Scripps Gerontology Center News
Distalmotion CEO Greg Roche ‘95 to share his career path with students
“From Science to Business - All Roads Are Not the Same” scheduled for Thursday, Feb 27
Denise Tyler’s Career in Gerontology
‘Unique’ partnership between Miami and the Knolls extends until 2029
Affiliation agreement first signed in 2005 as one of the first of its kind in the country
Samuel Van Vleet Reflects on Professional Aspirations and Achievements as a PhD Social Gerontology Candidate
Kate Perepezko’s Vision for Aging Care
Kate Singer’s Research on Caregiving and Policy
Eric Robinson’s Role in Advancing Scripps Research
Miami University breaks external funding record in fiscal year 2024
“The pursuit of external grants directly supports our educational mission. The opportunity to be engaged in research as collaborators is what sets Miami apart in its commitment to teaching,&#...
Authors, Accolades, and Achievements
Miami earns high marks in Intelligent.com 2025 rankings
University is No. 1 for Master’s in Gerontology; No. 2 in Best Small Business Management
By pursuing a humanities degree at Miami, Unroe has gone on to be a success story through many different avenues in the field of gerontology.
Navigating New Horizons: Tony Sterns and the Intersection of Technology and Aging
Originally trained as an engineer in ship repair, Tony Sterns sees his journey to Gerontology as quite natural. “I worked with old ships, and now I work with older people,” he j...
Celebrating the Remarkable Career of Phyllis Cummins
As Phyllis Cummins embarks on her well-deserved retirement, it's time to reflect on the journey that has defined her two careers. From the bustling world of real estate to the academic corrido...
Authors, Accolades, and Achievements
Pursuing a Passion for Gerontology: A Journey of Shared Leadership
From the classroom to the sports field, Julia Ruscio ’24 has found successful leadership when she centers her collaborative value.
Helping ScrippsAVID more effectively connect generations
For their Senior Design Project called AVIDConnections, three graduating CEC seniors won first place in the Socially Engaged Engineering and Computing category.
Community Comes Together to Discuss Loneliness
Walking into the silence of the library, I wasn’t sure where to find the room but I saw stairs and hoped for the best. When I got to the top of the steps I was already trying to pick out ...
Researchers spend a year in dialogue with community partners before pragmatic trial begins
Scripps Celebrates Innovative Work of Opening Minds through Art and its Founder
Scripps Gerontology Center is an innovation hub, developing new programs that meet the needs of all of us as we age. At the close of 2023, Elizabeth "Like" Lokon, Ph.D., Founder and Director of Ope...
18 CAS faculty receive promotion and/or tenure
Miami’s Board of Trustees made the approvals on Feb 23.
Runcie C.W. Chidebe: ‘Black voices in cancer research and oncology’
'How do we attract and retain more diverse researchers to the cancer community, and how do we begin to close the gap in cancer disparities?' asks Nature Reviews Cancer
CAS announces nine faculty winners of the Creativity and Innovation Award
The awards were presented on Feb 3, 2024.
Beyond Research: MaKenna McClure's Path to Long-Term Care Administration
In the vast landscape of academia, the allure of research may not always entice every student. Amidst the cohort of second-year master's students, individuals like MaKenna McClure stand out. Diverg...
Navigating Passion and Purpose: Runcie C.W. Chidebe
Discover Chidebe's journey with the doctoral program in social gerontology at Miami University
Eight alumni honorees from the 2023-2024 18 of the Last 9 hail from CAS
The Miami University Alumni Association has chosen the newest recipients of its annual “18 of the Last 9” award.
Promoting Dignity for Marginalized Communities of Older Adults
At Scripps Gerontology Center, the next generation of gerontologists continues to pave the way for change and passionately works to address the needs of marginalized aging communities. Or...
Cassie Keiser ‘25 researches the barriers and facilitators of implementation of intervention activities on people living with dementia, as well as on the staff that help them, in nursing homes.
Elevating the Internship Experience: Patrick Mese
Redefining the aging narrative.
Gerontology with a Global Perspective
Making meaningful impact in gerontology worldwide.
Virtual Information Session for Gerontology MGS and Ph.D. programs
Join the next generation of gerontologists.
The collaborative mentorship model is the key to excellence at Miami University.
2023 Cottrell Award presented to Dawn Carr ’09
From student to director: A career built on passion and research
Bailee Brekke’s Gerontological Journey.
Gerontology student with global perspectives
The next generation of gerontologists is filled with perspectives from all over the globe.
Re-igniting an Exploration in Aging Research
From research to policy work, bringing it all together at Miami University
Introducing the newest CAS faculty for the 2023-24 academic year
The College of Arts and Science is proud to announce our newest faculty members, beginning this fall semester.
Goldwater and Astronaut Scholar Hannah Wudke ‘24 investigates impurities associated with talc products and potential pathways of exposure to toxic materials.
The small group of students, looking to expand their numbers in the fall, shares their motivations and experiences.
Miami honors faculty, staff, and students who promote diversity and inclusion
“Our Code of Love and Honor calls on us to ‘welcome a diversity of people, ideas, and experiences,'” Cristina Alcalde said
EHS faculty honored for social work and school psychology research
Understanding ways to break down barriers and make transformative changes
Bulanda Accepted into Virtual Exchange Academy
Dr. Jennifer Bulanda (Sociology and Gerontology) was selected to join the 2023 Virtual Exchange Academy through the Stevens Initiative.
Bunsi Chapadia’s Undergraduate Summer Scholars (USS) project gave her a new perspective on providing medical care to underserved populations.
Miami students get involved with Cincinnati area food insecurity initiatives
A day of immersive learning leads to new appreciation for ongoing community efforts
Social justice interns challenged in real-world situations of social inequality
Miami’s experiential learning program is designed for three-week winter term
Health Careers Week prepares students for the future of medicine and healthcare
During the week of Oct. 17, Miami students had the opportunity to acquire real-life experience in healthcare careers through the Mallory-Wilson Center for Healthcare Education.
Faculty Research Profile: Saruna Ghimire
Focusing on the study of healthy aging among diverse communities, Saruna Ghimire collaborates with researchers in Nepal, Australia and Bangladesh.
