The history of Pennsylvania’s Susquehanna River can be traced back to the 1600s, which in partnership with the WVIA, Bucknell University unveils in the newly-released documentary Peoples of the Susquehanna River: “Who were they, and what have they left behind?” Centuries of European presence (mills, highways, etc.) are found in the same places the native people lived, yet there are no physical buildings left behind that … Continue reading The Early History of Susquehanna Valley

It would be easy for historians to use a cookie-cutter approach for each piece of land that existed in the seventeenth century: here lies the Native American territory, and here is the land that the Europeans occupied. In Shamokin, by the river’s confluence, the land’s owners and identity were far from singular.  Ominously described as an area of “darkness and magic”, the river’s confluence in … Continue reading The Melting Pot of Shamokin

A biodiversity scientist with work experience in Australia as well as North America, Professor Chris Martine is nothing short of passionate for plants and their habitats. He explores restoration and their relationship with people, as well as how to transfer that knowledge to the public in an understandable way. Regarding biohabitat restoration around the Bucknell farm, Martine emphasizes the importance of letting it regrow and … Continue reading Chris Martine: Professor, Scientist, Botanist

Link to article: https://www.wsj.com/lifestyle/workplace/sweden-has-a-caffeinated-secret-to-happiness-at-work-ea938950?mod=workplace_news_article_pos1 Successfully engaging writing What doesn’t work so well Continue reading WSJ article – critiques

Former men’s lacrosse coach at Bucknell, Sid Jamieson coached for 38 seasons, and upon his retirement ranked 15th in wins among all Division I collegiate lacrosse coaches. Despite his decorated past in athletics, Jamieson’s involvement with Bucknell is by far not the only interesting thing about him.  He is a member of the Haudenosaunee, one of the six groups among the Native American nations. Jamieson … Continue reading Sid Jamieson and the Haudenosaunee

General Robert E. Lee’s leading role for the Confederacy in the Battle of Gettysburg came to a close with 18 of his generals either dead or wounded. Intending to end the battle with “one hard blow,” Lee’s decision perilously backfired and later ignited conflict.  The stirring came about weeks after the loss at Gettysburg and dozens of miles marching along. Lee claimed his men “were … Continue reading Confederates Reflect on the Battle of Gettysburg, Weeks Later

Claiming the title of Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper in 2020, John Zanktansky’s experience in various lines of work ultimately led him to the takeover of the nonprofit organization. He originally turned down the job, but something shifted when he noticed an eagle’s nest near his home: ”Who is speaking for this eagle?” he wondered.  This nest caused Zaktansky to take action against a freeway being built … Continue reading John Zaktansky – Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper

After consecutive days of gruesome combat, the third day of battle in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania brought an assault led by the Confederacy. The result for the Confederate men–suffering staggering casualties–proved to be fatefully aligned with the name of where the loss took place: Cemetery Hill. Artillery fire flew from both sides as Confederate General Lewis Armistead bravely led his single brigade up the hill, crying out: … Continue reading The Claiming of Cemetery Hill

For my mid-semester project on the founding of Bucknell, I will be focusing on the Baptist backgrounds. I plan to utilize a resource in Reverend John Thornbury (former pastor of the Winfield Baptist Church in Lewisburg), and set up an interview with him over Zoom to discuss the roots and leaders of Bucknell (as he provided me in the email). I also will ask him … Continue reading Plans for mid-semester & final semester projects

Overseeing success under his leadership in sustainability, Director of Campus Sustainability Dr. Victor Udo’s passion and extensive knowledge has landed him a key role at Bucknell University. Udo says the process for creating a plan is a “shared vision” – in his case, this centers on taking the principal objective from their 5-year-plan and implementing it in their successive 10-year–plan. Governance is a central process … Continue reading Dr. Udo – Sustainability at Bucknell and Beyond