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Celebrating Davidson College Employees: Successes, Sense of Place and the Foundation for Our Future

Davidson College employees work tirelessly to provide a welcoming, inclusive environment for students. The college honored them during a jam-packed employee celebration event in the Duke Family Performance Hall.

President Hicks Says Davidson Alums Are Future Leaders In The Carolinas

In an interview with the talk show “Carolina Business Review,” Davidson College President Doug Hicks ’90 discussed a wide range of topics, including artificial intelligence and the job market.

Education is a Public Good

Davidson College President Doug Hicks reminded the class of 2025 graduates that the diploma they each earned represents a public good. It betters more than their own lives. The work they do boosts the economy, and their conduct in society models mutual respect. Learn more.

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. 

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.

MarQuita Barker, Ed.D., Will Join Davidson College as the Next Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students

MarQuita Barker, Ed.D., will join Davidson College as the next Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students on June 23. 

A Season to Come Together: Warm Wishes From Davidson College

This holiday season, we wish you peace and joy from Davidson College. Please take a moment to watch a brief video message from campus.

Governors From Both Sides of the Partisan Divide Interview Political Bridge-builders Live at Davidson College

Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx ’93 joined former U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings and podcast hosts former governors Phil Bredesen and Bill Haslam for a live recording of their podcast, “You Might Be Right,” at Davidson College. Listen in.  

Keepers of the Code: AI, Cheating, Academic Integrity and College Honor Councils

Thought leaders from 11 colleges and universities throughout the eastern U.S. gathered at Davidson College to discuss academic integrity and the role of honor councils in academic life.

Davidson College Charts Path Forward – and Upward

Davidson College’s strategic plan sets an ambitious agenda for the institution over the next several years. Learn about the priorities that will guide the college into the future.

President Hicks Joins College Presidents to Prepare Students to Be Engaged Citizens and Uphold Free Expression

Davidson College President Doug Hicks is joining college presidents from across the country to advance higher education’s pivotal role in preparing students to be engaged citizens and to uphold free expression on campus.

More Than a Taste of Culture

Davidson College President Doug Hicks reflects on how food can create a connecting-of-worlds moment. Read more.

Transformative $60 Million Gift, the Largest in Davidson College History, Supports Academic Hub of Campus

The Duke Endowment has made a $60 million gift to Davidson College, the largest in the institution’s history, in support of a transformed Davidson College library. Learn more.

Davidson College Partners Invest $85 Million in the Future of Collaboration & Scholarship on Campus

A combined $85 million investment, including the largest single gift in the college’s history, will transform the Davidson College experience through enhanced learning resources and renewed physical spaces. Find out more.

$25 Million Gift Names The George Lawrence Abernethy Library, Transforms Learning at Davidson College

Davidson College announces $25 million gift to name The George Lawrence Abernethy Library. Learn more. 

Davidson College Delivers Nearly Half-billion Dollar Economic Impact

Davidson College boosts economic vitality of the Charlotte area and state of North Carolina, supporting nearly $500 million of economic impact annually, according to a new study. The college’s commitment to community service and the development of future leaders demonstrates a broader influence that extends far beyond its campus. Learn more.

Holiday Greetings from Davidson College

This holiday season, we celebrate our special connections with each other and with Davidson College. Please take a moment to watch these hopeful wishes from your mentors, colleagues and friends.

Leaders Seek Out The Challenges

Davidson College scholar-athlete and NBA MVP Stephen Curry ’10 sat down with former Men’s Head Basketball Coach Bob McKillop and Davidson College President Doug Hicks ’90 recently to talk about how leadership really works and what it can make happen.

Recognizing the ‘Everyday Heroes’ in K–12 Education

Davidson College's Commitment to Education and Reconciliation

Davidson College releases an account of the ties between Maxwell Chambers and the college, and details its work on understanding the college’s history regarding slavery and expanding its commitment to education and reconciliation efforts in the present and future. Learn more.