Jepson School of Leadership Studies Feature Stories

Senior Abigail Smith standing by brightly colored tulips in front of Fountain Hall.
Understanding trauma

Working with juvenile detainees and victims of violence affirms senior’s desire to be a counselor.

Brenda and Gary McDowell
Honoring a Legacy
Brenda McDowell supports UR’s Gary L. McDowell Institute in honor of her late husband and his lasting impact on Jepson students and faculty.
Courtney Simpson, '25, wearing a floral blouse, stands in front of a bookcase in the Jepson Faculty Lounge.
Investing in sustainability

A summer internship introduced senior Courtney Simpson to a career in sustainable investing. A return offer ensured she can continue to pursue her newfound interest.

Free speech advocate Greg Lukianoff gestures with his hand while talking to the McDowell Student Fellows on Feb. 3.
Speaking his mind

Civil liberties activist defends free speech as critical in the quest for knowledge.