Food and nutrition faculty members Rebecca Hagedorn-Hatfield and Lanae Hood are passionate about food insecurity on college campuses, having researched the issue for nearly 10 years. Their interest in addressing food insecurity goes beyond academic curiosity. Both experienced it personally during their own college years, which means they have an intimate understanding of its impact on student success in college.

In the last few years, the world has felt the importance of healthcare workers more than ever. These skilled professionals take care of people when they are sick, injured, or struggling with their mental and physical health. They are often the calm and friendly faces people look to in moments of fear and chaos.

Meredith Lake has been completely restored, thanks to the generosity of donors. Through the years, the Meredith community has enjoyed the space for its beauty. Alumnae can look back on their time at Meredith and remember events and traditions fondly, and students once again have a serene spot to relax, meet with friends, attend outdoor classes, and conduct research. Meredith Lake is a treasure for everyone to enjoy. We hope you will visit campus soon to see the restoration for yourself.

Widely described as the “Great Resignation,” a dramatic economic trend in 2021 saw a historic number of workers leave their jobs. On average, more than 3.98 million workers quit their jobs each month last year. But dig into the data and it quickly becomes clear that it’s far more complicated than a record number of people quitting. To help make sense of this trend, we asked some of Meredith’s faculty and staff to reflect on the Great Resignation. Their perspectives offer insights and lessons learned regarding the impacts of COVID-19 on women, the workplace, and how it may affect our society moving forward.