Articles & Interviews

Jacobs University has gained an internationally experienced and worldwide respected university leader, lecturer and researcher as its new President. On 1 December 2019, Professor Dr. Antonio Loprieno will assume office.

The role of school curriculums, teachers and peers in affecting child and youth development is the topic of a workshop taking place on November 11, 2019, at the University of Zurich.

How well are students prepared for study, work, and life in a digital world? The recently released «International Computer and Information Literacy Study 2018» reveals some surprising results.

Cultural variation leaves a blind spot in the science of child development as most studies are based on research on Western babies. Sujata Gupta, Learning Science Exchange Fellow, reports on research in Central Asia, which may challenge our knowldege.

The Jacobs Foundation’s documentary featuring the exceptional engagement of the ten recipients of the 2018 Klaus J. Jacobs Awards has been officially selected for the MIDBO 21.

Childhood trauma can literally get under a child’s skin, potentially stealing its future. Dr. Stacy Drury points out that a trauma-informed approach to diagnostics is key for effective help.

In the fall of 2018, the Johann Jacobs Museum n Zurich invited an entire school class to curate an exhibition. This project, which lasted for about a year, culminated in an intriguing exhibition entitled “What is History?”.

“I graduated from Yale School of Management, armed with the skills to positively contribute to the US public education. Then I struggled for two years with my choice to return to the non-profit sector. Now, six years later. I love the work I do.”

An innovative cross-generational program promotes the health and development of children as well as youth. Angelica Ponguta, Jacobs Research Fellow, introduces LEAPS, a win-win program for children, youth, and sustainability.