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Thirty-four students from 17�Թ��� have been selected to participate in the and , a highly selective global leadership development program.

Dyson Communication and Media Studies Professor Seong Jae Min writes a piece in The Korea Times exploring South Korea’s deepening suicide crisis. He argues that behind the troubling statistics lies a complex interplay of economic stress, societal pressure, and the influence of cultural taboos around mental health.

Your Commencement isn’t just about walking the stage—it’s about celebrating the people and values that got you here. That’s why we want the Class of 2026 to help choose our Commencement speaker and the recipient of the Opportunitas in Action Award. Think of someone whose story will light up the room, inspire your classmates, and leave a lasting mark. Ready? Nominate now.

For Master of Public Administration student Rajni Jaiswal ’25, 17�Թ��� has meant opportunity—from internships and research to national conference presentations and faculty mentorship—all fueling her passion for equity, leadership, and inclusive governance.

For Anna Shostya, PhD, economics is more than numbers—it’s a tool to inspire change, connect students to the world, and build life-long skills.

At 17�Թ���’s CUHER lab, Associate Professor of Psychology Christopher Godfrey, PhD, is rethinking healthcare by centering communication, trust, and patient voices—especially those from marginalized communities too often left unheard.

Research led by Public Administration Associate Professor Tiffany Henley, PhD, explores how healthcare training and collaboration can advance equity in underserved communities.