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‘She Is Not a Footnote’: National Women’s History Museum Spotlights Pioneers, Changemakers
The National Women’s History Museum offers hundreds of biographies of women whose contributions helped shape America. From Supreme Court justices to educators, artists, scientists and top athletes, the digital-first museum documents their role in history. Museum president and CEO Frédérique Campagne Irwin, from Davidson College’s class of 1996, works to expand access and knowledge by reimagining what a cultural institution can look like in 2026 and in the age of AI.
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.
Spring Convocation Celebrates Innovation, Leadership, Excellence, Community
Davidson College celebrated Spring Convocation on April 17, 2025, highlighting academic, athletic and artistic achievements, as well as leadership, character and community service.
The Power of Two: Documentary, Chat With Indigo Girls Inspires Across Generations
Before their Friday concert, the Indigo Girls visit Davidson College for special screening of the documentary It’s Only Life After All and a post-film Q&A with faculty, staff and students. Learn more.
Dylan Goodman ’16 on Finding and Sharing a Sense of Belonging
Part of the first official class of Gender and Sexuality Studies majors at Davidson, Dylan Goodman ’16 brings his passion for community-building to the Marlene Meyerson Jewish Community Center in Manhattan.
Watson Fellows Ready to Tackle Questions Fundamental to the Health and Well-Being of Citizens Around the World
Three Davidson College Watson Fellows will fan out around the globe to research topics that are near to their hearts and affect the well-being of millions. Read more.
Here All Along: Enslaved Women and Domestic Workers Shaped Life at Davidson
Students document the stories of those ignored in Davidson College’s official accounts of its history, and shed light on how their influence shaped the formerly all-male college.
‘Minari’ Earns Oscar Noms, Marks Evolution of Asian-American Storytelling
Oscar-nominee Minari achieves a representation of Asian-American narratives of belonging and inclusion and avoids traditional stereotypes, says Davidson College Professor Yurika Tamura.
Sarah Waheed Awarded Fulbright Award for Study in India
Sarah Waheed, assistant professor of history, has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award to India—where she will investigate women rulers of the medieval Deccan, a geographical region which comprises four linguistically distinct states in southern and western India.
