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The Power of Words: Mav Smith ’26 Awarded Beinecke Scholarship
Writer and poet Mav Smith ’26 has been named to the newest cohort of the prestigious Beinecke Scholarship Program, which will support her post-graduate studies. She’s the fourth Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø student to receive the award in the past 50 years.
Fundraising and Engagement Totals Raise the Bar at Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø During Fiscal Year 2025
Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø raised more than $96.4 million this fiscal year, with gifts supporting scholarships, athletics, the arts, research, internships and more. Alums and families showed extraordinary commitment, not only through monetary gifts but also through participation in events and engagement as volunteers and mentors.
Around the World: Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Alumni Awarded Fulbright Grants
Eight young Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø alumni have received Fulbright U.S. Student Program grants to teach and study abroad; another five were named as alternates. Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø has long been recognized as a top producer of program finalists.
Keeping Close: Linsey Mills ’92 Nourishes his Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Network
At Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø, Linsey Mills ’92 found his home with the Black Student Coalition, where he developed and nurtured relationships and fostered lifelong connections. He’s an active member of the Black Alumni Network, and continues to share his experience in business and finance to volunteer and mentor students.
It’s the Climb: Megan Mokriski ’25 Reaches New Heights With Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Outdoors
Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø alum Megan Mokriski ’25 discovered her passion for rock climbing as a first-year student, thanks to Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Outdoors.
Rhodes and Bridges
Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø's Madeline Dierauf '25, a talented musician and Rhodes Scholar, bridges worlds through her deep roots in Appalachian folk music, rigorous academic pursuits, and commitment to community. Learn more.
A Place to Remember and Reflect
Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø will dedicate "With These Hands: A Memorial to the Enslaved and Exploited," a powerful new sculpture by artist Hank Willis Thomas and Perkins&Will, in fall 2025. This memorial reflects the college's ongoing commitment to acknowledge and reconcile with its history of enslavement and exploitation.
Buried Treasures, Overlooked Art and Hidden History
Discover the diverse motivations and fascinating stories behind collections, from ancient origins to modern passions. Explore how Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø alumni preserve and share their unique treasures with the world.
A Leadership Credo: Showing Up With Intention
In a pivotal time for higher education, Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø President Douglas Hicks discusses teaching vital leadership skills and our commitment to shaping impactful, ethical global citizens.
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 Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø 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 Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø
Explore how Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø 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
Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø'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.
Field Work: Students Trace Hurricane Helene's Impact
Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø 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
Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø 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
Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø 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 Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø 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
Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø 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 Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø community had quite a year in 2024-25. Photographers and videographers captured much of it.
RCC Action Day: 4 Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Students Promote Sustainability on the Hill
An environmental studies major at Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø 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 Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Connections
Lauren Schassberger ’16 turned her Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø 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.