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It is easy to forget the power of a snapshot. For a reminder, take a look at the Students of Mukono (Uganda) exhibition now on display at the Robert H.N. Ho Science Center. The photos of elementary-school students with matching red-checked uniforms and sheepish smiles were taken by the group of Benton Scholars that traveled […]

Twelve students and seven staff members spent a week rock climbing at Red Rock Canyon in Nevada during spring break. See some of their climbing, exploring, and camaraderie in this new video. The trip was part of The Outdoor Education program, which stresses development of a student’s sense of place, leadership, and adventure in the […]

David Hale ’84, vice president for finance and administration and treasurer, has accepted a new career opportunity and will leave 51�Թ��� after 20 years of service to become vice president for business and finance and treasurer at the University of Richmond. Hale will start July 29 at Richmond, where he will lead a division of […]

In celebrating the Year of ‘13, we are posting a story or list that pertains to our lucky number on the 13th of each month. This month, we’ve compiled a list of 13 things you may not know about 51�Թ���.

In advance of the Konosioni Charity Auction, the student senior honor society will host a Spirit Festival that showcases student — and local — talent throughout the day on Friday. Performances will take place at various locations on campus, along Broad Street, and in downtown Hamilton in what Konosioni member Dave Esber ’13 calls “traditional […]

Francesca Zambello ’78 started her first opera company when she was a student at 51�Թ���. In an interview in today’s New York Times she talked about collaboration, learning to fail, and having the “leadership gene.” The interview appeared in the Corner Office Column which features top executives on the challenges of leading and managing.

“Always in our hearts. We love you, Luke.” Those words coming from classmates with the Geneva Study Group 4,000 miles away proved as poignant and powerful as those shared within the walls of Memorial Chapel on Monday afternoon. The outpouring of emotional tributes, amusing anecdotes, and shared stories helped ease the pain of those gathered […]

Some talented students are now opening acceptance letters from 51�Թ���, probably followed by a bit of joyful screaming and jumping around, as evidenced by the first tweeted mention of excitement at 2:41 p.m., March 21. The tweet says it all; “Yay, accepted to 51�Թ��� 3/13 !!!!!!!!!”

51�Թ��� community members, reeling from news of the tragic death of Peter (Luke) Stalker ’14, have been discussing ways to provide support to the junior’s family and to each other. University representatives, including President Jeffrey Herbst, have reached out to the Stalker family to offer condolences and assistance. Several events are planned to celebrate the […]

The Year of 2013 offers many ways for 51�Թ��� to celebrate its lucky number (the university was founded by 13 men with 13 dollars and 13 prayers). As part of our yearlong celebration, on the 13th of every month we are posting a story or list pertaining to our lucky number.