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The DREAM Conference focuses on active responses to intolerance in many forms, including bigotry, bullying, discrimination, and violence. Students from all fields were invited to address the theme "Experiences, Challenges and Learning from a Place of Difference." Students have submitted academic papers, projects focused on activism, and works of art. Projects may address the theme within the United States or in any region throughout the world.

The Eastern Economic Association is a not-for-profit corporation whose object is to promote educational and scholarly exchange on economic affairs.

The roster of the 2014-2015 Carthage Men's Swim Team.

The roster of the 2014-2015 Carthage Men's Basketball Team.

The roster of the 2014-2015 Carthage Women's Basketball Team.

The roster of the 2015 Carthage Men's Volleyball Team.

The roster of the 2014-2015 Carthage Women's Swim Team.

The roster of the 2015 Carthage Women's Water Polo team.

Stephen Hobe was recently accepted into the Young Artist Program of La Musica Lirica in Italy.

Art Jewelry magazine featured an in-depth article about the Carthage College Polymer Clay course from Spring 2014 and features student work in its March 2015 issue.

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"International Business and Marketing and Cultural Analysis of Sweden" focused on international business and marketing in Sweden, the largest Scandinavian country.

The "Filming Culture: Explorations Beyond Tourism" study tour explored experiential learning in cultural studies and filmmaking through on-campus classes, followed by a study tour.

The "Paris: A Capital Experience" study tour took students to Paris for two weeks where they studied Parisian life while touring the city.

"A Journey of Senses in Spain: Music and Cultural Heritage" was a study and performance tour of the Carthage College Choir. Students examined Spain's cultural heritage and the distinct differences between the autonomous regions: their different historical influences, artistic styles, official languages, celebrations and separatist ambitions.

Religion and Society in Modern India" was a three-week study tour where students encountered three contemporary Indian religious communities: Hindus, Muslims, and Sikhs. Students examined the life and interactions of these three groups and analyzed how these interactions have been (and continue to be) shaped by their historical and cultural context.

"The Economics and Science of Rural Development in Guatemala" took students to Guatemala to study rural development practices. Students considered how the sustainability of economic progress depends on its impact on natural systems and on the effectiveness of social institutions that mediate conflicts between the desire for immediate economic gains and the need to protect the natural systems on which long-term economic progress depends.

Students on the "Economics and Business in Southern Africa" study tour explored a stunning variety of spectacular natural environments, exotic wildlife, historic townships, uniquely sophisticated cities, world-renowned cuisine, and very lively and diverse cultures. On the tour, students visited South Africa, Botswana, and Kingdom of Lesotho and met with famous economists, businessmen, writers, and artists.

"Tropical Ecology of Costa Rica" took students to different sites in Costa Rica to hike, explore, and research the country's incredibly rich natural resources. Students visited research stations, wildlife preserves, and communities to learn about and contribute to the country's conservation efforts.

"Biology and Geography of Nicaragua" focused on how physical geographic factors and human intervention have affected the flora and fauna of the world's largest freshwater tropical island.

The "Biodiversity, Brains, and Behavior" study tour was an opportunity for adventurous students to study the ecology of a Caribbean coral reef ecosystem while learning about the evolution of nervous systems and behavior.

The Kennedy Center's American College Theater Festival bestows Certificates of Merit upon students for truly exceptional elements in a production.

The Kennedy Center's American College Theater Festival bestows Certificates of Merit upon students for truly exceptional elements in a production.

The Kennedy Center's American College Theater Festival bestows Certificates of Merit upon students for truly exceptional elements in a production.

Lauren Miller '15 presented a poster summarizing her research on knots at the joint annual meeting of the American Mathematical Society and the Mathematical Association of America in San Antonio.

The Irene Ryan Scholarship Competition provides recognition, honor, and financial assistance to outstanding student performers wishing to pursue further education.

A total of 19 Carthage students participated in internships at regional businesses and nonprofits in fall 2014 through a grant funded by Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation.

A total of 870 students have been named to the Carthage College Dean's List for the Fall 2014 semester.

Carthage Mock Trial had four award winners at their second tournament of the season at Lewis University.

To be eligible, an individual must have an overall grade point average of 3.50 or above and must have lettered in their respective sport for that season.