Class of 1987
Neuroscientist Lisa Schrott ’87 Studies Memory Loss and Prenatal Exposure to Opiates
By Kate Helm “I have always been curious about how complex behavior emerges from the millions of chemical and electrical releases in the brain,” says Lisa Schrott ’87, associate professor, Department of Pharmacology, Toxicology, and Neuroscience, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport. “A lot of neuroscience is reductionistic—trying to understand the mechanisms of behavior by [...]
Joel Pisano ’71 Rules on High-Stakes Cases as U.S. District Court Judge
Now in his 20th year, U.S. District Court Judge Joel Pisano ’71 presides over high-stakes cases in Trenton, N.J., involving virtually every aspect of the law. As he oversees a weighty caseload, Pisano is energized by the variety of his docket and the enthusiasm of young minds that come to his office to learn and [...]
Lafayette Cast of Godspell Has 25th Reunion at New York Revival
By Dan Edelen When the lights dimmed for a revival of Godspell in New York City’s Circle in the Square Theater Nov. 12, the audience included members of the 1986 cast of Lafayette students who performed the play 25 years ago. In March 1986, a cast and crew of a dozen students enlivened Colton Chapel [...]
Suriya Chindawongse ’87 Helps Lead Thailand’s Efforts in Southeast Asian Alliance
By Kevin Gray The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami killed more than 230,000 people in 14 countries, including an estimated 8,000 deaths and as many injuries in Thailand. As the water receded, Suriya Chindawongse ’87, a member of the Thai diplomatic corps in his native country, was one of many who sprang into action [...]
D’Wana Terry ’87 Provides Counsel for FCC Chief
By Samuel T. Clover ’91 Ever question a charge under the “adjustments” section of your cell phone bill, or worried about your privacy when using a public wireless hot spot? These and countless other issues fall under the purview of the Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau (CGB) of the Federal Communications Commission, and as special [...]
Crime Stopper
Whether it’s catching a gunman, pedophile, or other criminal, Paul McCormick ’87 defends justice in Augusta County, Va. By David Learn ’92 Before Paul McCormick ’87 arrived on the scene, an 18-year-old had barricaded himself inside his parents’ house and was shooting at police officers responding to an altercation the teen had with his parents. [...]
Strength in Numbers
Alumni and students will network together at events in New York and Philadelphia Nothing packs more networking firepower for Lafayette alumni and students than a networking night. Students make valuable contacts in a comfortable environment while alumni network with one another and meet students who may represent future talent in their industries. Organized by career [...]
Relentless Determination Pays Off
Author Peter Krass ’87 describes journey from Lafayette student to biographer The lyrics from a Talking Heads tune, “Once in a Lifetime,” have resonated strongly with me over the years; specifically, the line, “And you may ask yourself, well…how did I get here?” Here for me is a dozen-plus years of making a living as [...]
Lafayette Community Thrives Across the Pond
London chapter is model international alumni group By Kate Helm Travel anywhere in the U.S. and you may have a Leopard sighting. The same is true of 91 countries around the world. That’s why, with 36 established alumni chapters in the U.S., the Office of Alumni Affairs and the Alumni Association have set their sights [...]
Our Proximity Advantage: Externships in New York City
During winter break, 74 students shadowed alumni and parents at ESPN, ABC News World News, The New York Times, CNN Headline News, and many others During January’s interim session, 74 students participated in externships at 39 business firms, government agencies, and other organizations in nearby New York City. Lafayette alumni and parents hosted the students [...]
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