ACADEMICS
GANDY CHEM LAB NOW OPEN
In April, William Jessup University began construction for a new chemistry lab which has recently been completed. "Jessup has increased our science division's ability to provide our students expanded laboratory access and scholarly applications,” said Natu- ral and Applied Sciences Chair, George Stub- blefield, “The new chemistry lab enhances our delivery of high-quality instruction with associated functional laboratory experimen- tation applications.” The multipurpose 1,000-square-foot lab
doubles the University’s current lab space including four new fume hoods and Smart Room capabilities, with fully supplied air, gas, vacuum, and water accessibilities. Anticipated research projects include
ongoing biological and cultural research on bacterial fungus, water quality studies in addition to the start of groundbreaking work related to microbial biodiversity stemming from the University’s Environmental Science division’s fieldwork on the Pacific Crest Trail. Reeve-Knight Construction is the general
contractor heading up the project that will be known as the Gandy Chemistry Lab, owing to a generous donation from longtime donors Craig and Cheri Gandy and a matching grant from the Darling Foundation that previously played a significant role in growing Jessup’s footprint by financially supporting the development of the University’s Media Lab in 2013. Gandy’s relationship with the University
began when he helped coach Jessup’s golf team eight years ago. Although Gandy is no
longer coaching, his involvement with the University remains strong. “My wife and I decided we wanted to give to an area with the most urgent need,” Gandy said. “Jessup’s science program is growing so fast that when we learned about the demand, we knew it was the exact cause we were going to support. Every time we are on campus, we are constantly made aware of the incredible students and people there which is exactly why we want to stay connected and support the University.”
DISSECTION: FROM SHEEP TO HUMAN BRAINS
As Jessup science programs continue growing, so does the breadth of experiential learning for students. Associate Psychology Professor Dr. Melanie Trowbridge currently teaches abnormal and developmental psychology in addition to biopsychology, a popular course that continues to play a pivotal role when it comes to offering students unique learning experiences. Students enrolled in Trowbridge’s
biopsychology course will have the opportunity to appreciate the process of human brain dissection.“ For our students to have this experience is the exception, not the rule.
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