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Around the World in 100 Photos: Student Images Offer Glimpse of Life Abroad

Nearly 80% of Davidson College students participate in education abroad. The Bliss Photo Contest encourages students to share images of their international travel experiences with the world. Explore some of the photos submitted for this year's contest. 

Nosh & Nostalgia: Davidsonians Share Favorite Food Memories

From favorite on-campus eateries to far-flung locales around the globe, Davidson College alums, faculty, staff and students recall the foods that transport them to another place and time. Read more.

Food Chain: Alums Find Fulfillment in Edible Endeavors

From farmers and bakers to chefs, baristas and specialty food makers, Davidson alums feed their passions—and people—with their entrepreneurial endeavors. Read more.

Women’s Soccer Scores Scholarship and Internship Support from Falconi Family

Inspired by their experiences as D1 scholar-athletes at Davidson College, the Falconi family has established a scholarship and internship to support the college’s women’s soccer program. 

An Eye for Art: Students Select Art for College Collection

Students in Art 348: Purchasing Art for Davidson were granted $50,000 from donors to buy art for the college.

Plate Full of Promise: Community Kitchen Contributes to Revitalized City, Launches Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Bailey Foster ’94 launched Real Good Kitchen, a shared commercial kitchen, and created a community that’s elevated food options and opportunities in her Knoxville hometown. Learn more.

The Gang’s All Here: Pottenger Family Shares Reunion Weekend

At Davidson College reunions, the Pottenger family gathers with old friends–and each other. Dave and Sara Pottenger ’79  and their daughters, Tatum ‘14 and Megan ‘19 share not only an alma mater, but also reunion years, and returned last weekend for the celebration.

Reunion Weekend 2024: A Connection at Birth Cemented at Davidson

They first met as babies in the hospital; lived far away from each other and reconnected at their first-year orientation at Davidson College. They’ve kept in touch, and celebrated their 45th college reunion last weekend. Read more.

‘Fitspiration’ Social Media Posts Affect Body Image. Here’s What to Do About It

Prof. Lauren Stutts ’05 explores the impact of #fitspiration Instagram posts on body image and offers practical strategies to counter these effects. Learn more.

Tea, Trees, and Türkiye: A Research Trip Abroad

Katieanne Peterson ’24 and Noah Landau ’25, students in Davidson College’s environmental studies department, reflect on their winter break trip to Turkey to study wildfires and their cultural and environmental impact.

Employees Lauded for Their Diverse Talents and Contributions to Davidson College

Davidson College honors staff members who excel in service to the college and its students. Learn more. 

Prof. Malcolm Campbell Wraps a Career of Launching Pioneers of Discovery

For thousands of Davidson College students and nearly 200 research advisees, Prof. Malcolm Campbell’s classes and labs became places of self-discovery. Campbell retires after more than three decades of teaching. Learn more about his impact. 

The Closer: Baseball Standout and MLB Draft Pick Nolan DeVos ’23 Brings Home Diploma

More Than a Taste of Culture

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

Family Album: Paean to the Parm

This beloved Italian dish has remained a campus favorite for many generations of Davidson College students. Learn more.

Q&A With Sallie Permar ’97

Sallie Permar ’97, a Women ACT ACTivator, is a physician who specializes in the treatment and prevention of neonatal viral infections. Learn more about her service to the Davidson College Alumni Healthcare Professionals Group and her role as a job shadowing mentor. 

Q&A With Morgan Bell Kee ’12 and Harvey Kee ’11

This year, Morgan Bell Kee ’12 and Harvey Kee ’11 added the Wildcat Women Fund to their list of philanthropic priorities at alma mater. Read more to find out why these community-involved professionals and parents of two are supporting this new Fund.

Anya Neumeister '24: Winner of the 2024 Mario Vargas Llosa Award

Congratulations to Anya Neumeister, recipient of the 14th annual Mario Vargas Llosa Award.

Congratulations to the 2024 Davidson College Retirees

Davidson College will honor retirees this week during a special end-of-year celebration. Here, we congratulate the faculty and staff who have contributed immeasurably to the college community.

16 Hours in Panama City: Politics, Economics & Cultural Immersion

Clara Smith ’24 reflects on her spring break trip to Panama with Prof. Britta Crandall, where they studied politics and economics through meetings with government officials, founders of nonprofits, and indigenous leaders.