University of Louisville Magazine

SUMMER 2016

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S U M M E R U O F L M A G A Z I N E | 3 S U M M E R U O F L M A G A Z I N E | 3 Contents Summer 2016 Vol. 35, No. 2 • Summer 2016 Editor-in-Chief Rebecca Simpson Managing Editor Mark Holdener Deputy Managing Editor Erica Walsh Contributors Izzy Cable, Matt Cable, Janet Cappiello, John Drees, Brian Faust, Tom Fougerrousse, Joshua Hawkins, Mark Hebert, Julie Heflin, Cindy Hess, Judy Hughes, John Karman, Alicia Kelso, Niki King, Matt Lambert, Gary Mans, Eric Matthews, Crysta McGee, Sean Moth, Laura Nunnelley, Jordan Ringham, Jeff Rushton, Jill Scoggins, Lauren Simpson, Bria Staten-Favors, Lottie Stockwell, Brandy Warren, Lindsay Wehr UofL Magazine Published by University of Louisville Office of Communications and Marketing Editorial Offi ces UofL Magazine 2323 S. Brook St., Suite 124 Louisville, KY 40292 502-852-6430 or editor@louisville.edu or louisville.edu Address Changes and Alumni Updates aluminfo@louisville.edu 502-852-4577 or Fax: 800-344-8635 Advertising Information Anne Edwards 502-852-1349 or aedwards@ louisvillesportsproperties.com Standard mail postage paid at Lebanon Junction, KY. Copyright © 2016 University of Louisville. The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against persons because of race, age, religion, sex, handicap, color or national origin. This publication was prepared by the University of Louisville and printed partially with state funds. KRS 57.375 Printed in the U.S.A. on recycled paper. 1 Then 4 From the President 6 Feedback 56 Class Notes 70 In Memoriam 72 Now Features 24 The future is Fulbright Meet three UofL Fulbright Scholars and read about their time abroad. 30 Guiding students toward distinction in global health Led by strong mentors, medical students like MeNore Lake are addressing global health challenges in Louisville and beyond. 32 Researching a better quality of life Because of advanced research being done at UofL, a boy born without f ngers on his hand can throw a ball, and that's just the beginning. 36 A refuge for success Medical School Outreach Ambassador Ibrahim Noor and Kent School Graduate Student Jennifer Ballard-Kang have found success in helping refugees. Cover Future Fulbright Scholar Rae Hodge prepares for a year in the United Kingdom where she'll study Computational Journalism. Happening Here News & Impact 8 A university-wide commencement ceremony was held in May. To accommodate incoming students, construction will begin on a new academic building on the Belknap Campus. Research 18 Faculty are attracting prestigious grants, making advances in pancreatic cancer treatment, and helping parents with perinatal loss. Legacy 20 The School of Dentistry's Compassionate Care Fund is providing a f nancial lifeline to assist patients in need. Athletics 22 The Athletics Department has kicked off a $55-million project to expand Papa John's Cardinal Stadium and the Howard Schnellenberger Football Complex. UofL sports programs rank high for community service. Across Campus What's new in each 41 of the university's academic units. Alumni Life Travel Scrapbook 68 In October, 70 UofL alumni and friends embarked on a trip to South Africa for several days of exploration and fellowship. 30 32 36 24

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