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A Lynx makes history

Lesley University receives $5 million Lunder gift to support Maine student scholarships

Aug 1, 2019

Elevating voices and blazing trails in kids TV

An early consultant on 'Molly of Denali,' Professor Mary Ann Cappiello sees her work come to life in new PBS series

Young man walking across the stage with his diploma at Lesley Commencement in 2019.

Jul 25, 2019

Lesley mourns death of Manny Martinez

Charismatic 2019 Art Therapy graduate remembered for service to LGBTQ+ youth of color and community involvement.

Jul 22, 2019

Nancy Waring passes Mindfulness Studies torch to Andrew Olendzki

New director brings a wealth of Buddhist scholarship and teaching to Lesley’s pioneering and rigorous academic regimen in mindfulness practice and study

A white flower in a green tree blooms by the sidewalk in front of Sherrill Library.

Jul 12, 2019

‘Leading with love,’ Glenda Colon ’08 steps into new role

Lynn Public Schools’ first Hispanic principal presents relatable leadership example for Latino children and their families

Jul 10, 2019

Chris Wendorf ’00 believes physical education should be ‘core subject’

Wisconsin PE Teacher of the Year touts value of active lifestyle for kids

Group of people standing on step stools outside holding up red heart cutouts

Jul 8, 2019

Faculty member offers his observations from front of immigration crisis

David Nurenberg, associate professor of education, decries treatment of children in Florida detention camp