Communications from the President
Davidson College President Douglas Hicks regularly communicates with students, faculty, staff, alumni, families and other members of the community about topics that affect college life and the public at large.
2026-2027
August 24, 2026 — A New Academic Year: Cultivating Humane Instincts
Davidson College President Doug Hicks opens the 2026–27 academic year with a message on AI, campus updates, and the theme of "Cultivating Humane Instincts."
Previous Communications
May 17, 2026 — Excerpt of 2026 Commencement Remarks by President Doug Hicks ’90
January 20, 2026 — Welcome to Spring 2026 at Davidson College
November 25, 2025 – Gratitude and Updates from Campus
August 19, 2025 - New School Year Update: Building on Strength
June 3, 2025 – Summer Update from President Hicks
April 23, 2025 – Campus Update and Webinar Invitation
May 23, 2025 – Davidson Alums Are Future Leaders In The Carolinas
May 8, 2025 – Values Provide Compass Through Higher Ed Disruption
March 20, 2025 – Our Commitments to Freedom of Expression and Mutual Respect
January 21, 2025 – Welcome to Spring 2025 at Davidson College