Jonathan Rueffer Science Editor On Tuesday, Feb. 3, The College of Wooster Chemistry Department welcomed Associate Professor of Chemistry Dr. Sara Martin to talk about her current research in a talk titled “Molecular Makeovers: From Simple Precursors to Bio‑Relevant Heterocycles.” The seminar was part of …
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What is cloud computing and how does it work?
Jonathan Rueffer Science Editor The cloud is an integral part of every online experience: omnipresent, intangible and can magically back up the photos on your phone. But what exactly is the cloud? The cloud is a network of servers on the internet that provide on-demand …
Sustainably Spooky: An eco-friendly Halloween celebration
Jonathan Rueffer Science Editor On Monday, Oct. 27, the Office of Sustainability hosted an event for the spooky season called “Sustainable Samhain.” The event took place from 5-7 p.m. at the Kenarden fire pit. Tables from various organizations and local businesses lined the walking path …
What is ChatGPT and how does it work?
Jonathan Rueffer | Science Editor ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence (AI) applications have become increasingly widespread and impactful, including in academic settings where ChatGPT’s conversational power can be used for studying, research and writing. The unprecedented scale and capabilities of ChatGPT make it increasingly important …
Life Science Seminar: Antiseptic resistance in bacteria
Jonathan Rueffer | Science Editor On Sept. 11, the biology department invited Randy Stockbridge, an associate professor and researcher at the University of Michigan, to present her research to Wooster students. The talk was part of The College of Wooster’s Life Science Seminar series, where …
Whale Sharks: The ocean’s gentle giants
Jonathan Rueffer | Science Editor On Aug. 20, 2025, the Georgia Aquarium announced that one of its two whale sharks, Taroko, was euthanized due to his declining appetite and health. Whale sharks, or Rhincodon typus, are the largest fish known to have lived on this …