Fresh Faculty: Ren Wiscons
Ren Wiscons is an assistant professor of chemistry. She received her bachelor’s degree at Oberlin College, and completed a master’s degree and doctorate at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.
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Thoughts on Theses: Max Hoffman
Max Hoffman is a chemistry major. His thesis looks at the computational modeling of excited nanocrystals. His thesis advisor is Professor of Chemistry Jacob Olshansky.
Staff Spotlight: Reneé Alvarez
Reneé Alvarez is a Meal Checker at Valentine Dining Hall. She is beloved on campus for her warm and enthusiastic greetings. Alvarez previously worked as a business manager at the University of Missouri, but moved to Amherst with her husband, Professor of Mathematics Ryan Alvarado.
Fresh Faculty: Lee Spector
Lee Spector is a professor of computer science. He received a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Oberlin College and attended the University of Maryland, College Park, where he earned a Ph.D. in computer science.
Thoughts on Theses: Tim Song
Tim Song is a neuroscience and music double major. His thesis looks at how K-pop affects mental health and Asian American identity. His thesis advisor is Professor of Music Jeffers Engelhardt.
Thoughts on Theses: Lena Lamer
Lena Lamer is a Film and Media Studies (FAMS) major. Her thesis looks at scent as an underdeveloped and generally divisive sensory component of film and television. Her thesis advisors are Professors of English in Film and Media Studies Amelie Hastie and Joshua Guilford.
Fresh Faculty: Christine Peralta
Christine Peralta is an assistant professor of history and sexuality, women and
gender studies. She received a bachelor’s degree from St. Mary’s University, San
Antonio, a master’s degree from the University of British Columbia and a
doctorate from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
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