From Western Kenya to London — HWS students and recent graduates are working, serving and learning across the globe.
Service has long been a part of the Hobart and William Smith story — and that commitment earned national recognition with HWS ranking No. 3 among small schools on the Peace Corps' 2025 list of Top Volunteer-Producing Colleges and Universities.
We are proud of our alumni who dedicate themselves to the mission of the Peace Corps, bringing their expertise and compassion to communities worldwide. This recognition reflects the enduring commitment of our students to make a positive impact in the world.
Members of the Classes of 2024 and 2025 are carrying that legacy forward. Since the Peace Corps was founded in 1961 by President John F. Kennedy, more than 250 HWS alumni have served abroad.
Active members from the Classes of 2024 and 2025, serving across the world.
Community Health Volunteer
Working in a local maternity ward and at a Comprehensive Care Clinic focused on HIV prevention.
Community Environmental Promoter
Supporting environmental initiatives and community education.
Active Peace Corps member
Active Peace Corps member
Active Peace Corps member
Active Peace Corps member
For many students, summer is a chance to step beyond the classroom. With HWS' competitive international internship awards, several students gained hands-on experience across Europe and Latin America.
Five students received the Charles H. Salisbury Summer International Internship Stipend to support immersive work that aligns with their career goals. Three more earned the Bickley International Internship Award, which supports professional internships abroad.
Created by the former Chair of the Board to support immersive work aligned with student career goals.
Supports professional internships abroad for HWS students.
Shadowed physicians in Spain & Greece
Preparing for a career in psychiatry.
Internship with Formula 1
A second internship with F1, this time in commercial finance — building financial models and partnerships.
Public health · Clinica Santa Isabel
KPMG Sweden — Risk & Compliance Team
Taught English
Furthering her path toward multilingual education and global teaching.
CzechMates · Masaryk University
Pursued internship opportunities in marketing and communications.
RC59 Architecture
Worked on design and project execution.
Oxford Photovoltaics
Contributed to solar energy business development.
Carnegie's new Research College designation recognizes how HWS faculty and students collaborate to advance knowledge.
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