Awards & Honors

2015-2016 Research Awards

This honor recognizes meaningful participation in an extended research experience within the field of biology.

February 26, 2016

This honor recognizes meaningful participation in an extended research experience within the field of biology. These students have demonstrated autonomy and initiative while pursuing their research.

Aedin Brennan - Fairport, NY
Jeremy Hollis - Montgomery Village, MD
Maggie Jones - Elkins, WV
Madison Kavanaugh - Springfield, OH
Bryan Margaria - Allison Park, PA
Hannah Roodhouse - Cincinnati, OH
Kyle Rose - Belle Center, OH
Hannah Swahn - Erie, PA

Posted date: February 26, 2016

Spotlights

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Denison Magazine

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Photo of Hauk speaking with some of his teaching assistants

Through darkness, a biology professor enlightens his students

A life-altering trauma triggered Warren Hauk's extreme light sensitivity. But it didn't keep him from sharing the beauty of the natural world.

Denison Magazine

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Professor Eric Liebl and Hannah Swahn '16

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Where We Go

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How We Learn

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Where We Go

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How We Learn

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Where We Go

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How We Learn

Problem-solving in the lab

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Where We Go

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How We Learn

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What's Happening

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2015-2016 Research Awards

Spotlights

An eye for science and an ear for the banjo

Through darkness, a biology professor enlightens his students

Through darkness, a biology professor enlightens his students

Sharing love for tutelage, turtles

Just follow the molecules

Saving Lives

Building Public Speaking Skills

Occupational Therapy job shadow gives Rebekah Funk ’20 an edge up

Mentorship Matters

The Synergy of Science and Stage

Buzz on Campus

Life in Nepal

Problem-solving in the lab

Holding the Trust

The wonders of wildlife

What's Happening

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