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Civil engineering students win 2nd place at NJIT 3D Printed Bridge Competition

Last November, a group of civil engineering students from Stevens participated in the inaugural NJIT 3D Printed Bridge Competition. High schools and universities alike from the New Jersey area were invited to participate by printing and assembling a bridge that was then tested for the amount of vertical load it could withstand.

Hybrid learning environments at Stevens and beyond

This article was written by Jenny Fang and Quentin Jimenez.

With the COVID-19 pandemic continuing to affect schooling, members of the Stevens administration and other college professionals have been tasked with deciding whether classes should be in person, fully remote, or a third option: a hybrid learning environment. 

What we know about the Omicron variant

As the year comes to an end, it is important to take a moment and recognize the victories we have seen in the United States regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.

Take notes from TikTok’s HIV+ community

“TikTok was the first place I had ever said ‘I am HIV positive’ out loud. I could never say it before,” said Marlon Van Der Mark, who was diagnosed with HIV at 20 years old.

PFAS: The forever chemical

What does the scientific community fear most for the general American population? Instantly, hot-button topics such as global warming, the obesity epidemic, and COVID-19 come to most peoples’ minds.

Pumpkin to talk about: The food coma

As always, Thanksgiving offers us all a time to take a break, relax, and appreciate some quality time with our loved ones.

Strawberries aren’t true berries, botanically speaking

Strawberries’ citrusy taste with a blend of sweetness is a versatile addition to different dishes, such as salad and dessert. Strawberries, as many people believe, are berries because they have the word “berries” in them.

Research funds on the rise

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Stevens has set a new record in research funds for the fiscal year 2021, topping the last by $4 million.