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Fashion's challenging future | UDaily Faculty research shows impact of tariffs and economic uncertainty on industry

U.S. fashion companies and brands are rethinking their sourcing strategies in response to the Trump administration’s tariff and trade policies, according to new research by UD fashion professor Sheng Lu.

Studying the wind | UDaily Future atmospheric scientist studies tropical cyclone wind profiles to better understand their risks

University of Delaware junior Paige Burchell, an Honors student from Jamison, Pennsylvania, is learning about the mathematical modeling that goes into weather and climate forecasting this summer, as she researches the wind profiles of tropical cyclones.

The art of reinvention | UDaily Alumna Rachael Dubinsky's journey from agriculture to art reveals the power of curiosity, storytelling and community

“I want to build community and help tell stories that matter,” says UD alumna Rachael Dubinsky, whose journey from agriculture to art led to her mural Purple Haze rising above the Massachusetts Turnpike. Now, she serves as Senior Communications Manager for Massachusetts College of Art and Design. 🎨🌾

Beat the heat | UDaily 6 expert tips to stay active and safe this summer

Exercising should be a priority year-round, but summer heat can challenge that commitment and make it harder to meet your daily step goal. Daniel White, UD associate professor of physical therapy, offers some practical tips on how to stay active and safe during the hottest months of the year.

Scoring successful sportswear lines | UDaily UD alumna designs uniforms for the world's most popular sport at Nike

Goal! ⚽️ University of Delaware alumna Sydney Kehoe is an apparel designer at Nike and was part of the team that created the kits for 16 national women’s soccer teams, including the 2025 Euro tournament finalists England and Spain.

Fighting distractions and disinformation in the age of AI | UDaily UD-led seminar teaches Delaware educators lessons on digital citizenship

A course taught by UD professor Matt Kinservik gave Delaware K-12 teachers insight into digital distraction, disinformation and how generative AI is making the problems worse for students.

Geochemistry pioneer | UDaily Donald Sparks' University of Delaware career honored internationally

Donald Sparks, Unidel S. Hallock duPont Chair in Soil and Environmental Chemistry emeritus, will be honored with the Urey Award in Prague for his outstanding contributions to geochemistry.

The institute will develop practical tools to help researchers analyze data and streamline complex tasks, while also exploring how AI can improve campus operations.

University of Delaware launching First State AI Institute to push boundaries of research and innovation | UDaily Internationally recognized expert to lead pioneering initiative

With the launch of the First State AI Institute, which will be led by Prof. Sunita Chandrasekaran, the University of Delaware will advance an open, human-centered vision of AI — one rooted in transparency, accountability and the public good.

Moving innovation to impact | UDaily Campus innovation community shares lessons for translating discoveries to market

UD is diligently working to enhance infrastructure and support available to campus innovators. Campus and industry experts recently gathered at the FinTech Innovation Hub on UD’s Science, Technology and Advanced Research Campus to share experiences on turning research into real-world solutions.

The researchers found that plastic bag policies led to a 25% to 47% decrease in plastic bags as a share of total items collected in shoreline cleanups relative to areas without policies.

Efficacy of plastic bag bans | UDaily UD, Columbia study looks at the efficacy of plastic bag bans and fees on reducing shoreline litter

A new study from the University of Delaware and Columbia University looked at plastic bag bans and fees in jurisdictions across the United States to gauge their effectiveness.

Rewriting the rules of strength | UDaily Alumnus shares journey of strength and self-love

Personal trainer, published author and proud Blue Hen Shaun Zetlin returned to campus earlier this spring to share his journey of emotional fitness.

Join the UD watch party for Rubin Observatory's big reveal, June 23 | UDaily University of Delaware experts on tap for global science event.

Don't miss your chance to get a first look at images of the universe taken by the new Vera C. Rubin Observatory, which has the planet’s largest digital camera, as they are revealed and hear from the University of Delaware researchers involved in the project on Monday, June 23.

UD Day in D.C. celebrates the power of research | UDaily 'Innovation for the Nation' shows value of federally funded projects

🚀 The University of Delaware is at the forefront of research that powers real-world solutions. At UD Day in D.C., students and faculty showcased innovative projects to federal leaders, highlighting how UD research addresses today’s most pressing challenges. 💡🔬

Interim dean named for College of Health Sciences | UDaily Jillian Trabulsi to serve effective July 1, 2025

Jillian Trabulsi, chair of the University of Delaware’s Department of Health Behavior and Nutrition Sciences since 2021, has been named interim dean of the College of Health Sciences.

Dream. Prep. Achieve. | UDaily UD's Upward Bound program helps first-generation students earn scholarships, honors and acceptance to top colleges

The graduating seniors from the University of Delaware’s TRIO Upward Bound Classic program are proof that with the right support, big dreams can become real-life plans.

Inspiring the next generation | UDaily Distinguished elementary teacher and UD alumna makes a difference in state and global education communities

UD alumna Maria D’Aguiar Cobb is a nationally recognized educator making an impact in Delaware and beyond. A double Blue Hen and recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching, she’s dedicated to fostering inclusive classrooms and inspiring the next generation.

The prestigious medals are named in honor of the late Karl Wolfgang Böer, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Physics and Solar Energy, who founded UD’s Institute of Energy Conversion.

Nominations open for Böer Medals in renewable energy | UDaily Award prizes range from $25,000 to $100,000

The University of Delaware is now accepting nominations for the Karl W. Böer Medals, recognizing pioneering contributions to renewable energy fields.

Blazing trails today, glimpsing tomorrow | UDaily Junior becomes first UD undergraduate to complete advanced healthcare course

As a little girl, Dylan Norris dreamed of becoming a doctor. Now, as the first University of Delaware undergraduate student to complete ChristianaCare’s Achieving Competency Today (ACT) course, that dream is one big step closer.

Matthaeus elected to National Academy of Sciences | UDaily UD physicist recognized for distinguished research on sun, solar wind, space physics

William H. Matthaeus, the Martin A. Pomerantz Chair in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Delaware, has been elected to the National Academy of Sciences, which is considered one of the most prestigious honors a scientist can receive.

From spreadsheets to sheet music | UDaily UD accounting alumnus Daniel Wallen makes Carnegie Hall debut

By day, Class of 2023 UD accounting grad Daniel Wallen works at SL Green Realty in NYC. By night, he returns to his lifelong passion: piano. He’ll be performing at Carnegie Hall on June 5.

Fast-tracking college | UDaily Dylan Marx is the youngest bachelor's degree recipient in UD's Class of 2025

At 19, Dylan Marx, a communication major, is the youngest student in the University of Delaware's Class of 2025. Marx completed his bachelor’s degree in two years.

UD Commencement 2025 | UDaily 'Action News' anchor addresses the Class of 2025 at his alma mater, encourages graduates to be authentic

Congratulations to the University of Delaware Class of 2025!

Finding opportunity | UDaily Graduating senior Ben Levine reflects on time at UD, involvement with UDance and internships

Ben Levine, a graduating environmental science major with a concentration in ecoscience and a minor in marine science, made the most of his time at UD—serving on the UDance executive board and interning with the Bioma Sea Turtle Project, where he researched nesting sea turtles in Costa Rica.

Honorary degrees to be awarded | UDaily Individuals recognized for personal and professional achievements

The University of Delaware will recognize six individuals with the awarding of honorary degrees at the University’s Commencement ceremony on May 24.

Rethinking food systems | UDaily Sustainable food systems major Evyn Appel bridges the gap between agriculture, policy and food access to create a more sustainable and equitable food system

Evyn Appel, a senior honors sustainable food systems major, works to understand issues in the food system through her research on the stigma surrounding food insecurity and food pantries, investigating how, or if, federal nutrition assistance and emergency food programs are working to combat stigma.

Recognizing outstanding seniors | UDaily University of Delaware Alumni Association honors members of the graduating class with the 2025 Warner and Taylor Awards

Get to know Isabella Haigney and Grace Mahony, the 2025 recipients of the Emalea Pusey Warner and Alexander J. Taylor Sr. Awards for Outstanding Seniors.

Path to publication | UDaily Mentorship in the lab leads to success as a scientific author

UD senior Sarah Garner (center) was the second author on a scientific paper published in April, based on her work as a research assistant in the lab of biology professor Molly Sutherland (right). Garner credits mentorship by doctoral student Alicia Kreiman (left) and Sutherland for her success.