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Buried Treasures, Overlooked Art and Hidden History
Discover the diverse motivations and fascinating stories behind collections, from ancient origins to modern passions. Explore how Davidson College alumni preserve and share their unique treasures with the world.
A Leadership Credo: Showing Up With Intention
In a pivotal time for higher education, Davidson College President Douglas Hicks discusses teaching vital leadership skills and our commitment to shaping impactful, ethical global citizens.
Garden of Earthly Beelights
Ready to create a pollinator garden but don't know where to start? Discover simple tips for everyday gardeners: start small, prioritize diverse plants, understand your space, and use edging and mulch for success. Get expert advice and help save some of nature's busiest bodies.
Knotty Knowledge: The Staying Power of Ties That Bind
From our DNA strands to fishing rods to art, knots are all around us. Ana Wright, a Davidson College assistant mathematics and computer science professor, and student researcher Vincent Reynolds ’26 are using knot theory to explore and develop knot games and puzzles.
Kenya's Best: KenSAP Scholars Thrive, Enrich Life at Davidson
Explore how Davidson College partners with the Kenya Scholar Access Program (KenSAP) to empower talented Kenyan students, fostering their academic success and enriching the campus community.
High Hopes: World-Class Hurdler Jayden Smith '25 Hits Home Turf
Davidson College's All-American hurdler Jayden Smith '25 competed on home turf at the new Lisa and Jeff Case Track & Field Complex, celebrating his record-breaking season and the facility's grand opening. Learn more.
Lessons Learned: Two Leaders Reflect on How and Why They Serve
Explore the guiding principles of Alison Hall Mauzé '84 and Anthony Foxx '93, two influential Davidson College alums who reflect on their dedication to service and leadership through crisis and change.
Field Work: Students Trace Hurricane Helene's Impact
Davidson College environmental studies students and Professor Brad Johnson conducted fieldwork in Western North Carolina, analyzing landslides and flood impacts from Hurricane Helene and offering real-time insights into the region's geomorphic changes.
Down and Dirty: A Very Bonner Spring Break
Davidson College Bonner Scholars addressed critical issues, including food insecurity, in Charleston, South Carolina, and aided in marshlands clean up during their hands-on spring break service trip. Learn more.
Power Forward: From Political Heat to a Career on Ice
Davidson College alum Brian Fork '01 transitioned from collegiate football and political science to become CEO of the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes, leveraging his diverse skills in sports, law, and government. Learn more.
Reunion Weekend 2025: A Joy From Start to Finish
Reunion Weekend 2025 at Davidson College brought together seventeen hundred alumni from all over the globe for a heartwarming celebration of service, friendship and reflection. Learn more.
Launch Pad to a Global Education: New Funds Inspire Open Minds, Broadened Horizons
Davidson College student Katriel Sander ’27 embarks on a transformative global journey—from Peru to Germany and beyond—thanks to the new Lou Ortmayer Fellowship. Funded by alumnus Steven Porter ’79, the program supports students exploring international public health, combining travel, mentorship, and academic growth.
A Year in Pictures: Capturing the Sites and Scenes on Campus
From a new mascot to a new stadium to enduring traditions, the Davidson College community had quite a year in 2024-25. Photographers and videographers captured much of it.
RCC Action Day: 4 Davidson Students Promote Sustainability on the Hill
An environmental studies major at Davidson College shares her firsthand experience lobbying Congress on behalf of the Rachel Carson Council, exposing the environmental dangers of the biomass industry and encouraging student activism on climate issues.
Make It What You Want: West Coast Volunteer Builds Davidson Connections
Lauren Schassberger ’16 turned her Davidson College experience into a lifelong connection—first as a student leader, then as a dedicated alumna volunteer on the West Coast. Discover how she found joy, career success, and community.
Spotlight on Access Davidson, Davidson College's Fly-In Program
Students who participated in Davidson College's fly-in program, Access Davidson, reflect on what made the visit so special and why they decided to join our community. Learn more.
No Easy Fix for Low U.S. Birth Rate, Economics Professor Says
A declining birth rate is bad news for the economy. But Economics Professor Siobhan O’Keefe says there are no easy fixes for graying workforces.
Igniting the Spark for Young Readers: Education Advocate Steve Mirabello ’25 Awarded Smith Scholarship
At Davidson College Steve Mirabello ’25 immersed himself into learning about education, from tutoring elementary school students to researching in other countries, to analyzing public policy. He has been awarded the college’s W. Thomas Smith Scholarship, which will pay for him to pursue a Master of Science degree at the London School of Economics and Political Science.
Smart, Funny and Tech Savvy: Grace McGuire ’25 Awarded Smith Scholarship
Grace McGuire ’25 plans to create digital content that cuts through the growing problems of disinformation and polarization. Those are among the many reasons the art history and digital studies major has been named a 2025 W. Thomas Smith Scholar. She’s Davidson College’s first Smith Scholar who will study for a Master of Philosophy degree in the Digital Humanities program at the University of Cambridge, one of the leading programs in the world.
Smith Scholars Aim to Cut Through Disinformation, Improve Education for All
Grace McGuire '25 and Steve Mirabello '25 are headed to the United Kingdom as this year's W. Thomas Smith Scholars. This scholarship honors graduating seniors for outstanding academic achievement, leadership, character and community service. It models scholarships such as the Rhodes and Fulbright and pays for a year of graduate study abroad. Learn more about their work and where they're headed.