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Doug Hicks at the 2022 Cake Race starting line

Picture Perfect: A Look at Fall 2022 in Photos

�鶹��Ƶ�� celebrated new beginnings and the fulfillment of long-held promises during the fall 2022 semester. Before the new year begins, take a moment to remember the friendships, accomplishments and occasions that made this semester special.

man and woman riding in car with christmas clothes on

Scholarship Supports Outstanding Track & Field Scholar-Athletes

The new Sterling T. Martin Jr. Cross Country and Track & Field Scholarship honors a track and field standout and dedicated alum and former �鶹��Ƶ�� employee. The scholarship will help the coaching staff attract exceptional talent.

Prof’s Innovative Scholarly Website Recognized by MLA

Website and scholarly resource created by �鶹��Ƶ�� professor and focused on Avant Garde artist, poet and entrepreneur Mina Loy gets Modern Language Association accolade.

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Alum Physician-Mentor a Shining Light for �鶹��Ƶ�� Students Considering Medicine

The new Dr. K.D. Weeks ’69 �鶹��Ƶ�� Research Network (DRN) Fund honors the legacy of an alum whose mentorship has launched and supported the careers of hundreds of �鶹��Ƶ�� graduates in medical careers. Learn more.

a compilation of handwritten notes in red and black about being first generation

Q&A: What Does Being First Generation Mean to You?

As �鶹��Ƶ�� celebrates first generation day each November, we asked first-gen members of the community to share what being first means to them. Learn what they had to say.

Co-curators Jennifer Garcia Peacock (center) and Subhankar Banerjee with Lucia Pedrana, head of university relations, European Cultural Centre, Venice, celebrate their award for A Library, a Classroom, and the World, at a Nov. 27 ceremony.

From Outdoor Classroom to World Stage: Prof Takes Home Venice Biennale Award

A project co-curated by �鶹��Ƶ��’s Prof. Jennifer Garcia Peacock and presented in conjunction with the Venice Biennale arts festival won a top award from the European Cultural Centre. Garcia Peacock, the James B. Duke Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies, says her outdoor classroom at �鶹��Ƶ�� inspired her work. Read more.

Claire Begalla ’24: Making Meaningful Art & Making Art Meaningful

Sometimes it’s the spur-of-the-moment stories that have the happiest endings.

Lori Pitts ’12: Changing Lives and Policy Through Theatre

Lori Pitts ’12 is a perfect example of the ways a liberal arts education can shift perspectives and open minds to new possibilities.

Camp Staff, Career Seekers and Dairy Farmers to Benefit From Student Innovations

The Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation & Entrepreneurship has announced four winners of the 2022 Avinger Impact Fund. Each student-led company received at least $5,000 to help move their work forward. Learn more.

Eileen Keeley enjoying Common Ground sculpture

Community to Pay Tribute to ‘Common Ground’ Sculpture at Dec. 5 Farewell

When students go away for the winter break, so will the beloved Common Ground sculpture. Learn more.

Students holding signs at climate strike

Young Alumni Spotlight: �鶹��Ƶ��ians & Sustainability

Two young alumni share how their experiences with �鶹��Ƶ��’s Sustainability Office got them to where they are today, post-�鶹��Ƶ��.

Curry for 3 Event—Stephen Curry in cap and gown for his commencement

The Home Team: Stephen Curry ’10 on the Improbable Journey That Began at �鶹��Ƶ��

Stephen Curry '10 returned to �鶹��Ƶ�� in August to celebrate his graduation, jersey retirement and Hall of Fame induction. Here, he talks with classmate and author David Dennis Jr. '08 about staying grounded, speaking out and his improbable journey to basketball legend status. Read more.