Nicolson Combines Science, Language, and Heart for a Journey of Self-Discovery

Congratulations to Maddy Nicolson who was awarded the Best Senior Project Award at the 2017 commencement ceremony for her study on stem cell research. Maddy ventured to Panama to navigate the landscape of science so that she could, in her own words,  “see this research  brought to life at a place with both a research and a treatment center.”

Meghan Roarty, Maddy's senior project advisor noted, “While Maddy’s journey undoubtedly strengthened her passion for, and enhanced her breadth of knowledge about stem cell research, the surprising impact was how emotionally transformative the experience ended up being. Maddy’s intimate view into this world of patients receiving life-altering treatments did, in fact, alter her appreciation of how science and compassion can be so deeply intertwined.”  

The Senior Project Award represents high honors for a collective body of work, and outstanding participation in all senior project requirements. The top award is given to the student who demonstrates activity that goes significantly beyond the required work.
 
Keep up these outstanding efforts, Maddy!
 
Click here to watch Maddy's project presentation.