Olivia Nippe-Jeakins – Toni and Hans Schierling Undergraduate Scholar 1st Year Scholar, Undergraduate
Astronomy & Astrophysics/Physics George Washington University
Research:
My work focuses on improving models of the emission from gamma-ray bursts in X-ray and optical light, which occurs after the initial burst, to study particle acceleration and radiation mechanisms in the jets...
The Membership council invites everyone to join your sister members for an ARCS Loves You Coffee on Fri, Feb 6, starting at 9:30 am at Julie Hohl's home. All are invited to participate in light fare and activities. ARCS members and friends are welcome! RSVP by Feb 2 to...
Julie Hohl and Jane Riddle will host an Appreciation Tea on Thurs, Feb 26 honoring our longest-serving members and past presidents! The tea will be from 11:30 am-1:30 pm at Julie's home. RSVP by Feb 23 to mwcpresident@arcsfoundation.org if you're able to attend. Look for a paper invitation in the...
Our ARCS Metro Washington Chapter closed out the year at our wonderfully festive annual holiday party, graciously hosted by Lynn and John Dillon and beautifully organized by Charlotte Knight and Mary Jo Ruane. With more than 40 members and guests gathered together, the evening was...
The Honorable Dr. Kathie L. Olsen is a stalwart supporter of ARCS MWC! So much so, in fact, that she became a member twice–first in 1995 and then again in 2007–sponsored by Mary Snitch both times! We celebrate and applaud Kathie’s continued service to ARCS MWC over 30 years. She has...
Angela M. Olsen, a global C-suite executive, was previously a member of ARCS Metro Washington Chapter (ARCS MWC), sponsored by Rebecca McNeilly, but stepped back due to family and work obligations. Angela is now ready to be reinstated as an ARCS MWC member and Rebecca and Elli Nesbitt are co-sponsoring...
Emily Ariail – McNichols Foundation Scholar 1st Year Scholar, PhD candidate
Biomedical Engineering Johns Hopkins University
Research:
My research utilizes cutting-edge technology at the interface of molecular engineering and immunology to engineer novel cytokine/antibody fusion proteins that aim to improve and expand the accessibility of cell-based cancer immunotherapies.
With research funding unstable this year, our five partner universities need our support more than ever. Last month, we revealed two new fundraising approaches we are testing in addition to identifying new corporate and foundation sponsors:
1. Want to sponsor a scholar, but aren’t comfortable funding the person alone? We...
Julia Davis – McNichols Foundation Scholar 1st Year Scholar, PhD candidate
Civil & Environmental Engineering University of Virginia
Research:
As climate change causes flooding to become more frequent and intense, communities across the U.S. are facing difficult and complex decisions about whether and when to relocate. My current research investigates how people make these...
Several ARCS Friends toured the Washington National Cathedral on Fri, Nov 7. It is a national space of worship. The guided tour highlighted the beautiful architecture, art, and fascinating history on the main and lower levels. We had access to its many chapels and discussions concerning the building process, which...
