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Check Out These Recently Written Reads by Davidson College Alums
Get ready to add some new titles to your reading list! We're shining a spotlight on the literary accomplishments of Davidson College's alumni authors. From debut novelists making waves to seasoned writers, their words and ideas are reaching readers far and wide.
Davidson College Institute for Public Good Wins Historic $4M Federal Grant to Foster Civil Debate
Davidson College’s Institute for Public Good has been awarded a historic $4 million federal grant—the largest in the college's history—to foster civil debate and respectful disagreement across 100 campuses nationwide. The initiative aims to bridge societal divides and strengthen democracy.
Neuroscience Professor Nationally Recognized for Innovative Leadership
Davidson College Prof. Julio Ramirez, R. Stuart Dickson Professor of Psychology, received the prestigious Innovative Leadership Award from the American Institute of Biological Sciences (AIBS) for his lifetime contributions to science education and mentorship.
They Cost Very Little and Mean So Much: The Best Gifts No One Bought
In this season of giving, the Davidson College community celebrates the gifts that didn’t come from a store, but sprang from love, thoughtfulness and kindness.
The Lab That Became a Lifeline: How Mentorship Set Ketan Bulsara ’92 on a Path to Renown
World-renowned neurosurgeon Ketan Bulsara ’92 found a path and place to flourish at Davidson College, with the help of faculty mentors. Learn more.
Warm Wishes for This Holiday Season from Davidson College
Davidson College President Doug Hicks ’90 extends gratitude and joy for the countless ways our educational community enriches lives both on campus and beyond.
A Growing Village: Lilliana Sandoval ’23 Connects Latinx Students and Alumni
As a first-year, first-generation Latina college student far from home, Lilliana Sandoval ’23 found friends, guidance and community among students and alumni who’d experienced similar situations. The Davidson College alum, who lives and works in Charlotte, now serves as a mentor and volunteer for the Latinx Alumni Network at Davidson (LAND), which invites alums to return to campus and connect with current students.
Public Health in Action: Confronting Black Maternal Health Disparities
A Davidson public health student shares her eye-opening experience in “PBH 375” and a simulation confronting the stark realities of Black pregnancy-related issues in the U.S. Learn how Davidson students are tackling critical health equity issues in this student blog.
Davidson Professor Strikes a Chord With Pioneering Pinball Research
Davidson College Professor Neil Lerner is pioneering the study of pinball music history and sound design. Learn more about his research on composers, game audio, and the transition from electromechanical to modern pinball machines.
Meeting the Moment
Davidson College President Doug Hicks '90 shares how the newly launched Institute for Public Good will expand opportunities for free expression, policy research and debate, and civic engagement.
Davidson Dance Ensemble: Dancing Into Myself
Learn how one Davidson student joined Dance Ensemble with limited experience, finding confidence, community and global dance opportunities in Kenya, South Africa, and France.
Learning to Listen: A Bonner Scholar's Summer of Service in Cape Town
Film, Media & Digital Studies major Pablo Quintero ’28 reflects on his summer with a marketing agency in Cape Town, South Africa, with the Bonner Scholars program. He shares what he learned about himself and the ways he engages with communities around him. Learn more.
We Are Grateful
On this Thanksgiving holiday, the Davidson College community pauses to remember the many things we’re grateful for.
One-Woman Show: Hannah Lieberman ’18 Gets Whirlwind Start in the NYC Comedy Scene
Davidson College alum Hannah Lieberman '18 owns and manages QED Astoria, a prominent NYC arts venue. Read about her journey from performer to business owner and her upcoming show, Hysterical.
Building Trust, One Conversation at a Time: Leadership at Davidson College
At Davidson College, student ideas don’t just get heard - they drive progress. Learn how the Student Government Association (SGA) and student leaders build authentic relationships with the President, Dean of Students and Dean of Faculty to create real, collaborative change, and see how you can get involved to make your opinions matter on key campus issues, from social life to strategic planning.
Can the Industrial Revolution Prepare Us for the AI Era?
Machines have been “taking” jobs from humans since the dawn of the Industrial Revolution. Davidson College Economics Professor Siobhan O’Keefe offers context on how history will define the AI era, and about the unique challenges of the current moment.
ChatGPA: Honor Councils Nationwide Navigate AI and Cheating
As colleges wrestle with the use of AI in the classroom, more than 60 student honor council members and advisers from 18 colleges and universities gathered on Davidson College’s campus to discuss AI, cheating, campus culture and more.
What's the Endgame in Venezuela? Political Science Professor Explains U.S. Pressure Campaign
While the U.S. ramps up military pressure on Venezuela's Maduro regime, Davidson College expert Britta Crandall provides critical context: the country is already in a state of collapse.
Finding Your Happy Place: The Little Moments That Make Up College Life
Senior Ellie Heald ’26 reflects back on the experiences that have made up her college experience – from chatting with friends on the way to class to taking in the fall foliage from her dance studio window, it’s the simple things in life that have made her Davidson College experience so special. Learn more in this photo essay.
In Their Own Words: Veterans History Project Captures Stories of Military Service and American Life
The Veterans History Project (VHP) at the Library of Congress captures stories of American life and military service. Learn more about how a Davidson College student and community volunteers are working to preserve these stories.