The following summer scholar research projects were completed in the narrative journalism department in Summer 2020.
Marcus Nowling ’23 (economics and Black studies double major) “When Can We Breathe? Growing up in Columbus, Ohio and the Shadow of White Supremacy.”
Rainbow Ratliff ’21 (English writing and studio art double major)“Januarius MacGahan & The Democratic Organ: A Personal Study of Objectivity in News.”
Summer Scholars Program
Denison’s flagship Summer Scholars program gives students in all disciplines a unique venue in which to experiment with ideas and artistic expression, pursue an intellectual passion, and/or focus intently on the resolution of a question over a sustained period of time, free from the pressures of grades and credit.
Endowed funds support approximately 120 students pursuing full-time independent research or collaborative work under the close supervision of a faculty member for up to 10 weeks during the summer.
Qualified rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors propose independent or collaborative projects in the sciences, social sciences, humanities, fine arts, or interdisciplinary fields. Projects do not need to be in a student’s major. All Summer Scholars receive a stipend and a housing allowance plus supplemental funds for research expenses. Off-Campus Summer Scholars also receive travel funding.
