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Don’t Lose Heart: Maurice J. Norman ’20 Marries Poetry and Music in New Production

Writer and poet Maurice J. Norman ‘20 became fascinated with the Smithville community during his studies at Davidson College. It’s one of Mecklenburg County’s largest intact Black communities, and Norman shares its residents’ stories in Don’t Lose Heart, a live  words-set-to-music production that debuts on November 2 in Cornelius.

The Hon. Anthony Foxx ’93 to Chair Davidson College Board of Trustees

Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation and Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx has been elected chair of the Davidson College Board of Trustees. Five new trustees were appointed to the board at an October meeting. Read more.

My Summer as a Sustainability Scholar at Trane Technologies

Jingyan Chi ’26 shares insights from his summer as a Sustainability Scholar working at Trane Technologies where he studied embodied carbon reduction and gained valuable professional experience.

Henry Wilkerson ’23: Real-time Impact through the Georgia Justice Project

Davidson Impact Fellow Henry Wilkerson '23 has combined his passion for criminal justice reform and sustainability at the Georgia Justice Project, helping community members navigate the legal system while preparing for his own journey to law school.

Gracie Ghartey-Tagoe ’18 on Timeless Connections and a Lifelong Commitment to Service

Gracie Ghartey-Tagoe '18 shares how Davidson College connections shaped her journey from environmental studies major to Wells Fargo, The Home Depot, and now Dartmouth's MBA program, while giving back through young alumni leadership and mentorship.

Research on Populist Presidents Pairs Student With Prof for DRI Project

Intended political science major Cameron Unice ’27 reflects on her summer research with Dr. Bersch examining and comparing how populist presidents exert control over administrative states, including a case study on former President Trump and the Environmental Protection Agency. 

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.

Fed Vice Chair Jefferson Talks Monetary Policy at Davidson

The Federal Reserve’s Vice Chair Philip Jefferson shared insights with students and a public audience at Davidson College during a campus visit and talk. Learn more.

How a Move to Replace Lead Pipes Could Reduce Crime in America

Find out how environmental measures in the Biden administration’s proposed infrastructure bill could have surprising and lasting effects on crime.

Pastor Mary Katherine Robinson ’93 Lives What She Preaches in Wake of Helene

Pastor and Davidson College alum Mary Katherine Robinson ministers to her community with material and spiritual support in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Read more.

QandA: Supreme Court Kicks Off Term Under Pressure. What Would Court Reform Look Like?

The Supreme Court of the United States kicked off its new term under pressure; facing declining levels of approval and calls for reform. Political Science Professor Andrew O’Geen put the Court’s status in context and analyzed President Biden’s proposed Court reforms.

Prof. Brenda Flanagan's New Memoir Focuses on Nina Simone's Influence

Davidson College English professor Brenda Flanagan is working on a memoir about her year working for civil rights activist and singer Nina Simone. Learn more.

Ethics and Honor Codes: A Whistleblower’s Difficult Path

They revealed controversial and horrific practices in medical research, but instead of thanks, were ostracized, threatened and maligned. Careers derailed, friends turned into foes. Davidson College alum Carl Elliott ’83, experienced that as a professor at the University of Minnesota’s Center for Bioethics. He tells his story, and those of other whistleblowers in his new book, The Occasional Human Sacrifice. 

Research Finds Simple Corrections Can Slow Spread of Misinformation Online

Research by a Davidson College political science professor and his collaborators throws a lifeline to social media users who feel overwhelmed by misinformation. Read more.

NPR: Professor Johnson Shares Expertise On Landslides Triggered By Helene

How to Contribute to Hurricane/Tropical Storm Helene Disaster Relief Efforts

Hurricane Helene barreled through Florida before becoming a tropical storm that dumped record rainfall across the southeastern United States. The storm devastated many Appalachian communities with catastrophic flooding, destructive winds and landslides. Find out how to contribute to disaster relief.

Davidson College’s Phi Beta Kappa Chapter Lauded for Excellence

The Davidson College chapter of Phi Beta Kappa earned praise and a prestigious award at the national meeting of the society this year. Learn more.

Phi Beta Kappa Elects New Members for 2025

The Gamma Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa at Davidson College is pleased to publicly announce the new members-in-course for 2025.

Rainfall From Hurricane Helene Could Trigger Landslides in NC Mountain Regions

Hurricane Helene is forecast to dump more than 15 inches of rain in the North Carolina mountains, drastically increasing the risk of landslides. Davidson College Professor Brad Johnson, who studies landslides and erosion, discusses the threat posed by Helene. Read more.