A Thousand Words: 2019 in Photos

Lorena James '21 performs with the Gamut Dance Company.
In this photo gallery, College Photographer Chris Record captures some of the most memorable moments of the year.

The Davidson College Presbyterian Church steeple is framed by color on a resplendent spring day.

The Nuances sing a cappella.

Students greet parents and new students at orientation activities at the Baker Sports Complex.

Makayla Binter '20 is a biology and studio art double major, and a record-holding heptathlete. Her Mural Panel project, funded through Projects for Peace and Spike! grants, was designed to engage the college community around issues of social inequality.

Gaby Soden '20 gets a birds-eye view of campus. Students scaled some of the numerous tall trees on campus while getting pointers from experienced climbers.

Participants bolt toward the promise of a sweet confection as the Cake Race gets underway.

Stephen Curry brought some new gear and lots of enthusiasm as he helped cheer the Wildcats to victory. Former roommate and now business partner Bryant Barr '10 was on hand as well.

Stephen Curry thrilled the student section when he jumped into the crowd following the Wildcat win.

The E. Craig Wall Jr. Academic Center is a hotbed of activity as students move to and from classes.

A joyful moment during 2019 commencement.

New graduates fling their mortarboards in celebration.

A priceless moment following May commencement ceremonies.

T.J. Elliott '21 works with students at the Freedom School in his role as a servant leader intern. The Bonner Scholar is also a member of the Davidson College football team.

Professor Tim Chartier and his 'Cats Stats students are sought after for their numerical analysis of sports.

Adjunct instructor Jon Singleton works his fiddle as he leads the Appalachian Ensemble during a performance.

Kessler Catterall '19 emotes in the Mystery of Edwin Drood.

April (snow) showers.

A warm February day draws students outside to study.

Work hard, play hard. Members of the track team have some fun during a workout at the Irwin Belk Track.

The day breaks as Chambers Building is shrouded by a cool mist on a chilly January morning.

Davidson College Symphony Orchestra Director Tara Villa Keith conducts Tchaikovsky's Symphony No.5. Tara and Director of Music Production and Promotion Eric Keith welcomed daughter Villanaia into the world a few weeks later.

Morning fog adds a mysterious atmosphere to the walkways in front of the Wall Center.

Sri Lakan artist Jageth Weerasinghe works on his exhibit, part of the Baik Art Residency in the Van Every/Smith Galleries.

The annual Holiday Gala is always a great way to get into the spirit of the season. Sydney Riemer, daughter of Associate Dean of Students Stacey Riemer, finishes a beautiful solo performance.

Davidson Theatre Department's take on Macbeth, described as the chilling story of the consequences of vicious ambition.

Prof. Joelle Dietrick prepares her Introduction to Digital Art students for a brainstorming session on their final projects.

Cathy Xu '21 works on her addition to Tiny Town, a collection of energy-efficient mini-homes built for Prof. Tim Gfroerer's Energy, Environment, and Engineering Design course.

The Wildcat football team has been on a roll, finishing the season at 8-4 with second-year Head Coach Scott Abell leading the team to two straight winning seasons.

Men's Basketball Coach Bob McKillop and his granddaughter Hazel keep an eye on the Cake Race activities.

Davidson Bhangra delivers a colorful, action-packed performance. Bhangra is a high-energy folk dance originating from the State of Punjab in North India.

Abby Miller '20 gives her brother a push during Wildcat Weekend.
Published
- December 12, 2019