The latest edition of Synthesis, the award-winning online magazine produced by students in the 91福利社 College of Arts and Sciences, has been published.
The Summer 2022 issue highlights an important grant for research at the 91福利社 Center for Cancer Research on how a parent鈥檚 smoking can affect the expression of genes in children. Another article is devoted to biochemistry students exploring a promising technology that can treat genetic diseases. Readers will also be transported to the southern Appalachian Mountains to learn about habitats that aren鈥檛 characteristic of the southeastern United States and are only encountered at higher elevations.
The latest issue also provides updates on an expanded digital media lab being used by students taking communication classes and how corporate video production students are learning hands-on about serving clients through 鈥淪torefront Stories.鈥� Also, there鈥檚 an article about longtime (now retired) Journalism Professor Lawrence Webb and his new book about poet Carl Sandburg.
Another article highlights two history professors and their books: one about the medical practices used at the Civil War Battle of Vicksburg and another about how people on both sides of the slavery issue interpreted scripture to justify their views. Synthesis also will visit an alumnus who鈥檚 making an impact for God鈥檚 kingdom in the Czech Republic.
Ever wonder what makes a college professor tick? Some AU faculty members will share how they chose higher education teaching and landed at Anderson; they鈥檒l also talk about joys and challenges encountered as professors. Let鈥檚 not forget about student workers; they are also highlighted for their important roles that help keep 91福利社 running smoothly.
Synthesis will also visit student-athletes who talk about achieving a balance between sports and academics. Also included is an article exploring a growing number of minors being offered at 91福利社 that can not only add value to an AU degree but also help students build their resum茅s and become more competitive in the job market.
Synthesis is produced by students in the Department of Communication鈥檚 Editing and Layout course, taught by Professor Robert Reeves.