FACULTY & ACADEMICS
“Iel” at Yale: A new French pronoun slowly appears

The nonbinary “iel” entered the “Le Petit Robert” dictionary, generating backlash in France and a few discussions in Yale classrooms.

Gary Tomlinson appointed Sterling Professor of music and humanities

Professor of music and humanities Gary Tomlinson was awarded a Sterling professorship in October following over a decade of work at the University.

New Librarian Michelle Light aims to link the University’s special collections

Michelle Light has begun her role as associate university librarian for special collections and director of the Beinecke Library after working in archives around the country for 20 years.

Yale’s legal experts unpack the Supreme Court term

Members of the Yale Law community unpack an eventful year for the Supreme Court and discuss the court’s future.

How academic freedom might be protected, or not

As the FAS Senate meets with administrators to deliberate on next steps in addressing academic freedom, professors weigh in on the range of policies that could possibly be implemented — or whether any changes are necessary.

Jackson affiliate spied for Qatari government before teaching at Yale

An Associated Press investigation found that former CIA officer Kevin Chalker helped the Qatari government secure the rights to host the 2022 World Cup prior to teaching two Jackson graduate seminars.

Catching up with Michael Della Rocca, Yale’s newest Sterling Professor of Philosophy

Michael Della Rocca, a leading figure in early modern philosophy, has been named a Sterling Professor by the University.

Robert Farris Thompson, preeminent scholar of African art history, dies at 88

Affectionately known as “Master T,” he served as the head of Timothy Dwight College for more than three decades.

Creative writing classes see record demand

Increased competition and an earlier application timeline sparked frustrations among students and professors. Some advocated for adding course offerings and modifying the registration process.

Frances Rosenbluth, who redefined Japanese comparative politics, dies at 63

The long-serving professor of political science is remembered for her teaching contributions and for paving the way for women after her.

FAS expands Dean’s Office with new director for strategic projects

Peter Schiffer will join the Faculty of Arts & Sciences Dean’s Office to support younger ladder faculty and diversity strategies.