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Study suggests diet-derived compound could repair gut damage caused by HIV
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (320+ words) For many people living with HIV, today's treatments can suppress the virus and dramatically improve health. But even when HIV is controlled, damage to the gut caused by the disease can persist, fueling chronic inflammation linked to serious health problems....
Tulane strengthens storm readiness as hurricane season approaches
4+ day, 3+ hour ago (462+ words) As the 2026 hurricane season approaches, Tulane University continues to build on years of planning and investment aimed at making its campuses the most resilient in the country. Tulane has steadily expanded its preparedness efforts for severe weather, from infrastructure upgrades…...
New coach, new energy for Tulane volleyball
4+ day, 3+ hour ago (707+ words) When Derek "Dex" Schroeder walked into his first team meeting as Tulane University's new women's volleyball coach in January, he expected a simple introduction. Instead, he found a room filled not just with players but with an entire support system,…...
Photo recap: Unified Commencement honors Class of 2026
6+ day, 11+ hour ago (59+ words) Renowned social scientist Bruce Frier to receive honorary degree at Unified Commencement Tulane celebrates the Class of 2026s achievements, innovation and future with New Orleans spirit Care for community at the center of neuroscience grads leadership Anthropology graduate seeks to understand…...
Tulane celebrates the Class of 2026s achievements, innovation and future with New Orleans spirit
6+ day, 11+ hour ago (947+ words) Tulane University President Michael A. Fitts hailed the accomplishments of the Class of 2026, celebrating graduates" creativity, impact and collaborative spirit within both Tulane and the city of New Orleans during an uplifting and memorable Unified Commencement ceremony Saturday, May 16, at Caesars…...
Tulane honors outstanding students with Tulane 34 Awards
1+ week, 4+ hour ago (586+ words) Thirty-four exceptional graduates from the Class of 2026 were honored at the Tulane 34 Awards ceremony on Thursday, May 14, at the Lavin-Bernick Center for University Life. Hosted by the Division of Student Affairs, the Tulane 34 Awards are among the most prestigious honors…...
Tulane professor earns service-learning award for innovative teaching
1+ week, 2+ day ago (576+ words) Meena Vijayaraghavan, a senior professor of practice in cell and molecular biology in the Tulane School of Science and Engineering, has found a powerful way to combine genetics with service learning " by partnering with New Orleans memory care units." That…...
Influential music executive Julie Greenwald to receive honorary degree at Unified Commencement
1+ week, 2+ day ago (213+ words) During the 2026 Unified Commencement, Tulane will confer honorary degrees upon three extraordinary individuals for their remarkable achievements. Julie Greenwald will receive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree in recognition of her visionary leadership in the global entertainment industry. A…...
Tulane grad overcomes challenges to set his course in maritime law
1+ week, 2+ day ago (681+ words) When Eduardo J. Rondon Ramones, who is graduating from Tulane School of Law at just 23, was a young boy growing up in Venezuela, he didn't want to be a lawyer; he just wanted to fix problems. The easiest way to do…...
2026 Runsdorf Award winners pursue service through advocacy
1+ week, 4+ day ago (932+ words) Dhehir Kelly and Aditi Morumganti traced very different paths to Tulane. Kelly, a New Orleans native whose mother works for the university, always hoped that she would one day be a student here. Morumganti, a Californian, toured Tulane on a…...