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Top U.S. Athlete Got Her Running Start at the Cake Race
The Class of 2029 came out Wednesday to run in Davidson College’s Cake Race, a beloved tradition that started 95 years ago, and has the college community and neighbors baking confections for runners. In a fun twist, Runner’s World magazine this week featured alum Susan Davidson Rollins ’80, a top senior athlete who got her running start when she won the women’s Cake Race competition in 1976.
Math Major’s Thesis Hits the Big Leagues: Paige Pakenas ’25 Helps Orioles Batters Refine Their Swings
Davidson College math major Paige Pakenas ’25 used her data analytics skills to help her favorite baseball team, the Baltimore Orioles, track changes in play that could make a real difference on the diamond.
Tech, Power and Perspective: Davidson College Grad Wins Gates Cambridge Scholarship to Study AI Ethics Through a Global Lens
Davidson College alum Yashita Kandhari ’22 awarded prestigious Gates Cambridge Scholarship to study AI ethics.
A Warm Welcome and Welcome Back to Wildcats
Davidson College began the 2025-2026 school year with a warm welcome to the class of 2029, the joy of returning students reconnecting with friends, and an air of optimism and excitement.
5 Tips for Taking a Virtual Tour of Campus
Can't make it to campus? Learn how to get the most out of Davidson College's virtual tour with these five tips. Explore campus from anywhere and discover Davidson College for yourself.
Bio Major’s Research Points the Way to New Hemophilia Treatment
Joshua Wischmeyer, a junior biology major from Denver, Colorado, discovered a protein mutation that could lead to new treatments for hemophilia. His pioneering work was published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Sanctions Mark New Era of US-Brazil Relations
The United States recently imposed tariffs on Brazilian goods and sanctioned a justice of the Brazilian Supreme Court. The changes mark a major shift in US-Brazil relations. Davidson professor Britta Crandalll, an expert on South American politics, explains the history of the relationship between the two countries - and charts the rising tensions.
M.D. and MFA: Bain Butcher ’90 Paints a Broader Picture
Davidson College alumnus Bain Butcher ’90 has combined his passions for art and medicine into a unique career as a doctor, artist, and professor. Learn more.
Resident Playwright Grace Catan ’26 on Writing a Musical with the Help of her Artist Community
Grace Catan ‘26 found herself surrounded by musical theatre fans at Davidson College. She's now writing her own musical, with friends lending their talents to help pull it off. The story focuses on a couple’s relationship, from friendship to romance to parenthood.
From “No Clue What That Is” to Nationals: Spotlight on Davidson’s Club Pickleball Team
In just a few years, Davidson College’s Pickleball Club has grown from a small group of curious students to a thriving 200-member community who competed at nationals. Whether you’ve joined the pickleball trend or have no clue what the sport is about, learn more in this student blog post from Thomas Lane ’26 and Emily Brestle ’27.
Father and Son Will and Bill DuBose Share Unwavering Support of Wildcat Athletics
Meet one of Davidson Athletics' most loyal employees. For 42 years, he's supported Wildcat athletes, following in his father's footsteps. It's a story of family, dedication and generations of Davidson College pride.
The Fed Walks a Tightrope as Interest Rate Decision Looms
On the eve of its interest rate decision, the Federal Reserve faces pressure from markets and politics. Inflation remains high, employment steady and the White House urges a rate cut. Economics professor Vikram Kumar helps make sense of the complicated economic environment that is clouded with uncertainties, tariffs and political pressures.
The Power of Words: Mav Smith ’26 Awarded Beinecke Scholarship
Writer and poet Mav Smith ’26 has been named to the newest cohort of the prestigious Beinecke Scholarship Program, which will support her post-graduate studies. She’s the fourth Davidson College student to receive the award in the past 50 years.
Fundraising and Engagement Totals Raise the Bar at Davidson College During Fiscal Year 2025
Davidson College raised more than $96.4 million this fiscal year, with gifts supporting scholarships, athletics, the arts, research, internships and more. Alums and families showed extraordinary commitment, not only through monetary gifts but also through participation in events and engagement as volunteers and mentors.
Around the World: Davidson College Alumni Awarded Fulbright Grants
Eight young Davidson College alumni have received Fulbright U.S. Student Program grants to teach and study abroad; another five were named as alternates. Davidson has long been recognized as a top producer of program finalists.
Keeping Close: Linsey Mills ’92 Nourishes his Davidson Network
At Davidson College, Linsey Mills ’92 found his home with the Black Student Coalition, where he developed and nurtured relationships and fostered lifelong connections. He’s an active member of the Black Alumni Network, and continues to share his experience in business and finance to volunteer and mentor students.
It’s the Climb: Megan Mokriski ’25 Reaches New Heights With Davidson Outdoors
Davidson College alum Megan Mokriski ’25 discovered her passion for rock climbing as a first-year student, thanks to Davidson Outdoors.
Rhodes and Bridges
Davidson College's Madeline Dierauf '25, a talented musician and Rhodes Scholar, bridges worlds through her deep roots in Appalachian folk music, rigorous academic pursuits, and commitment to community. Learn more.
Summer Bookshelf
Find your next great read from the talented writers who once walked our halls.
A Place to Remember and Reflect
Davidson College will dedicate "With These Hands: A Memorial to the Enslaved and Exploited," a powerful new sculpture by artist Hank Willis Thomas and Perkins&Will, in fall 2025. This memorial reflects the college's ongoing commitment to acknowledge and reconcile with its history of enslavement and exploitation.