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Commencement Celebrates Class of 2025: “The World Needs You”
Davidson College’s class of 2025 celebrated Commencement on Sunday, May 18, with a call from President Doug Hicks to bring their humane instincts into a world that needs them. It’s the college’s 188th commencement and included 502 graduates.
My Davidson Celebrates Class of 2025
As the Davidson College community prepares to celebrate the Class of 2025's graduation, we're highlighting the seniors who contributed their stories and reflections to My Davidson, our student blog.
Improving Medical Testing and Treatment: Chris Piatnichouk ’26 Named Goldwater Scholar
Chris Piatnichouk ’26 has spent his years at Davidson College immersed in medical research, seeking less invasive diagnostic tests and better treatments for diseases. The physics and chemistry double major was recently awarded a Goldwater scholarship, which supports STEM students who show exceptional promise of becoming research leaders.
Going Places: Alums Honor Professor Emeritus Through International Travel, Research Endowment for Students
When Biology Professor Emeritus Jeremiah Putnam retired in 2019 after 46 years at Davidson College, his former students honored his legacy by creating an endowed biology fund to help students pursue research and career interests around the world. Read more.
DC Takes on D.C.: Davidson College Seniors Present Educational Studies Research at AEFP
Four Davidson College seniors reflect on presenting their undergraduate research at the annual Association for Education Finance and Policy (AEFP) conference in Washington, D.C., where they also networked with alumni and attended two men’s basketball games. Learn more.
Student Research, Creativity on Full Display at Verna Case Symposium
Davidson College held its annual Verna Miller Case Research and Creative Works Symposium on Thursday, May 8. The college community gathered to learn about the multitude of academic, research, artistic and creative ventures students undertook this year. Read more.
Introductory Film Studies Students' Work Published in Film Matters Magazine
Students in Prof. Alan Michael Parker’s "English 109: Contemporary American Cinema" had their analytic papers published in Film Matters Magazine, a joint project between universities and colleges focused on undergraduate film studies scholarship.
Venice Biennale to Feature Video Installation by Davidson College Professors
Davidson College professors Joelle Dietrick and Owen Mundy, alongside Virginia Tech's Paola Zellner Bassett, will showcase a captivating video installation at the Venice Biennale’s 'Time Space Existence 2025.' Learn more.
President Hicks Says Values Provide Compass Through Higher Ed Disruption
On Tuesday, May 6, Davidson College President Doug Hicks ’90 was the special guest on “Charlotte Talks,” a daily, hour-long talk show produced by WFAE, Charlotte’s NPR affiliate. Hicks and host Mike Collins covered the state of higher education and the steps Davidson is taking to lead through a period of great disruption.
Divine Dining: Restaurateurs Elevate Queen City’s Spirits, Communal Cuisine in Once Holy Spaces
The newest restaurant from Jeff Tonidanel ’98 and Jamie Brown ’99 opened on May 6, marking the end of a three-year renovation. A rehabbed building that had once been a church, Leluia Hall joins a Charlotte empire of award-winning restaurants attracting locals and visitors from around the world. Learn more.
Alumni Couple Supports Teaching, Learning and Inspiration in The George Lawrence Abernethy Library
Alums Fritz Porter ’99 and Mary Margaret Cochrane Porter ’98 have generously contributed to the George Lawrence Abernethy Library at Davidson College. Their donation will name the Porter Classroom in the John Crosland Jr. Center for Teaching and Learning, with the goal of inspiring future generations of scholars and educators.
A Love Letter to Nummit, Our On-Campus Coffee Shop
Natalie Russell ’25 reflects on the memories made at Summit Outpost, Davidson College’s on-campus coffee shop and hub for student events, including trivia, study sessions, live music, game nights and more.
On Stage at Home and Abroad: Cole Erickson ’26 Tours Poland with the Davidson College Chorale
From singing the National Anthem at a basketball game to performing during a three-city tour in Poland, Cole Erickson ‘26 has found his place with the Davidson College Chorale.
Davidson College Names Chief Career Officer to Guide Students’ Career Pathways
Davidson College names Mike Summers, a veteran leader in career guidance and executive search across the higher education and corporate worlds, as chief career officer and executive director of the Betty and B. Frank Matthews II ’49 Center for Career Development. Read more.
My Work Getting Out the Vote at Davidson College
Political science and sociology double major Sophia Ludt '25 reflects on the work spent registering, educating and mobilizing student voters leading up to the 2025 elections.
Why Davidson: Then and Now
Applicants to Davidson College are asked to write a supplemental essay on why they want to be part of our community. After four years at Davidson, we checked in with current seniors to reconsider the question, Why Davidson? They reflect on their four years and why they're still choosing to be part of our community.
Want to help Monarch Butterflies? Essential Advice for Carolina Gardeners From Biologist Scott Villa
This article offers essential guidance from Davidson College Professor Scott Villa for Carolina gardeners looking to support monarch butterflies. Native milkweed varieties like swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) are strongly recommended. Non-native milkweed that grows year-round disrupts natural migration patterns. Learn more.
From After School to CEO: Kirsten Sikkelee’s Career Empowering Women and Families Through YWCA
Davidson College alum Kirsten Sikkelee has helped countless women and children in the Charlotte region find their footing through housing and other YWCA of Central Carolinas programs. As she looks toward what’s next, she reflects on her path and her Davidson experience. Read more.
Taking Over Full Frame: Students Head to International Film Festival
Follow a sophomore student’s transformative weekend at the 27th Full Frame Festival in Durham, where her passion for cinematography blossomed into renewed creative inspiration. Explore this cinephile's dream experience in her photo essay.
Spring Convocation Celebrates Innovation, Leadership, Excellence, Community
Davidson College celebrated Spring Convocation on April 17, 2025, highlighting academic, athletic and artistic achievements, as well as leadership, character and community service.