Author: Leslie Scotland-Stewart
In a significant move aimed at advancing women’s health, Wellcome Leap and the Pivotal Ventures have announced a collaborative initiative valued at $100 million. This partnership is primarily focused on enhancing investment and innovation within the realm of women’s health. Objectives of the Initiative The primary objective of this funding is to address the disparities in healthcare that women face. By leveraging their combined resources, Wellcome Leap and Pivotal Ventures aim to accelerate the development of technologies and solutions specifically designed to meet the diverse health needs of women. Investment Focus Areas Research and Development: Funding will support the R&D…
Carleton College’s Preisser Recognized as MIAC Athlete of the Week BLOOMINGTON, Minn. – Hannah Preisser, a senior at Carleton College, has earned the distinction of MIAC Women’s Cross Country Athlete of the Week for the period of September 8-14. This accolade marks her eighth career weekly award from the conference, with five of those awarded for her performance in cross country. On September 12, Preisser secured the individual championship at the Hamline Invite, marking her sixth victory at the collegiate level. Making her season debut, she finished the race with a time of 21:40.9, winning by an impressive margin of…
PADUCAH, Ky. – The UNC Asheville women’s golf team has marked a successful start to their season by capturing another impressive finish, securing second place out of 16 teams at The Velvet Classic. The Bulldogs concluded the tournament with a total score of 896 over three rounds, firing a final round of 298 (+10). They finished just one stroke behind the victors, Troy, who clinched the win with a final round of 295 (+7). Team Standings 1. Troy +31 2. UNC Asheville +32 3. West Georgia +36 4. Loyola-Chicago +50 4. Murray State +50 6. Belmont +56 6. Austin Peay…
Performance Recap: University of Hawai’i Women’s Golf Team UNIVERSITY PLACE, Wash. – The University of Hawai’i’s women’s golf team concluded the Leadership and Golf Invitational at Chambers Bay Golf Course, finishing in 14th place. The Rainbow Wahine recorded a team score of 307, accumulating a total of 922 over three rounds. Team Standings Eastern Michigan emerged victorious in the tournament, capturing the title with a score of 859. They were followed closely by Oregon State, which finished four strokes behind at 863. Individual Highlights Leading the Rainbow Wahine was Maline Kraus, who finished tied for 24th with a score of…
North Dakota State Women’s Golf Achieves Top Five Finish at Yellowstone Intercollegiate In a commendable performance at the Yellowstone Intercollegiate, held at Riverside Country Club, the North Dakota State (NDSU) women’s golf team improved their standing to secure a tie for fourth place. The Bison finished with a total score of +19, sharing the spot with California Baptist University. Highlights from the Tournament Avery Bartels emerged as a standout player for NDSU, recording a career-best round of 68 thanks to five birdies, 12 holes at par, and only one bogey, bringing her total to +1 overall. Bartels’ performance elevated her…
LEWISBURG, Pa. – Shaelan McNally, a standout sophomore runner from Bucknell University, has achieved remarkable recognition for her performance in the 2025 season. This week, the Patriot League office awarded her the title of Women’s Runner of the Week for the second time, underscoring her outstanding contributions to the team. During the recent Jasper Invitational, McNally delivered an exceptional performance, finishing the 6k race in a personal-best time of 20:08.8. Her victory at the event was notable, as she outpaced the competition by a significant margin of 18 seconds. This achievement not only marked a personal milestone but also eclipsed…
Women’s Tennis | 9/16/2025 8:59:00 AM Story Links GREENSBORO – In a promising display of resilience, the women’s tennis team at A&T marked a significant achievement during the UNC Greensboro Fall Tournament held at the UNCG Tennis Courts, showcasing their competitive spirit despite challenges in roster stability and previous injuries. Season Resilience and Performance Over the past seasons, the Aggies have faced difficulties, including roster changes and player injuries. Notably, during the 2025 season, the team ended with a record of 9-10 and made strides by participating in the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) tournament in 2023. This was a pivotal…
By David Greenham The CST/Catalyst Collaborative@MIT continues to shine a spotlight on the remarkable stories of women’s contributions to the field of science, with compelling narratives that deserve recognition. The production of Silent Sky, written by Lauren Gunderson and directed by Sarah Shin, showcases the life of Henrietta Leavitt, a pioneering female astronomer. Featuring choreography by Peter DiMuro, scenic design by Qingan Zhang, and costume design by Leslie Held, this performance is currently being presented at Central Square Theater in Cambridge, running through October 5. Jenny S. Lee and Max Jackson in the Catalyst Collaborative@MIT production of Silent Sky. Photo:…
Coastal Carolina Women’s Golf Team Competes in Inverness Intercollegiate In a competitive showing at the Inverness Intercollegiate, the Coastal Carolina women’s golf team completed the first two rounds with scores of 311 and 314, placing them in 10th overall. This event is taking place at the esteemed Inverness Golf Club in Toledo, Ohio. Individual Performances Leading the Chanticleers are Varatkarn Kunkaew and Carla Bourdeaux, who are both tied for 25th position, posting a total of 13-over. Following closely, Ella Murray is ranked 35th with a score of +15 after the initial rounds. Upcoming Rounds Coastal Carolina aims to improve their…
Bozeman Update: North Dakota State Women’s Golf Team Performance In the first two rounds of the Yellowstone Intercollegiate at Riverside Country Club, the North Dakota State Bison women’s golf team currently holds sixth place in an 11-team field. After Monday’s rounds, the team has a total score of 588, positioning them at +12 overall. Individual Highlights Leading the Bison was Norah Roberts, who finished the day with an impressive score of 143 (73-70). In her first round, Roberts secured two birdies and achieved par on 13 holes, concluding her round at +1. She then excelled in the second round with…