Alumnus Tadge Juechter launches the Corvette into the age of electrification

A member of the Corvette team since 1993, Tadge Juechter ’79 was named executive chief engineer of Corvette in 2006. Throughout his career, he has helped reimagine the vehicle known as “America’s sports car” many times over. Next up? The new E-Ray—the first electrified vehicle in the model’s 70-year history—hitting the market later this year.

Help name a new mindfulness class

The Mindful University Project wants your ideas on what they should name their new mindfulness class.

Here’s the description of the class: “Unleash the potential of mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and self-compassion in this empowering four-week course tailored to University students. By blending guided meditation practices, introspective exercises, and meaningful discussions, participants will foster heightened self-awareness, emotional resilience, and thoughtful responses to obstacles. Embracing a calmer, more focused, and growth-oriented mindset, students will be equipped with invaluable tools to conquer academic challenges and flourish both personally and academically throughout their college journey.”

Take this short survey to share your ideas for the class title and sign up for the Mindful University Project newsletter to be notified when class registration opens.

Gilman Scholarship applications now open

The Center for Education Abroad shares that Gilman Scholarship applications are now open through Thursday, October 5. Applications are open to Federal Pell Grant recipients who can receive up to $5,000 to go abroad. Apply for the scholarship here.

Garden work parties with the Gandhi Institute

Drop by the MK Gandhi Institute’s community garden any time between 1 and 3 p.m. on Saturdays to help plant, tend, and harvest food and flowers. The institute is also looking for volunteers who can help pack and deliver grocery bags to neighbors. Wear casual clothes and closed-toe shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty. Tools and gloves will be provided.

The Life and Music of Gérard Grisey: Delirium and Form, recently published by University of Rochester Press, is featured in a New York Times piece by the book’s author Jeffrey Arlo Brown.