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7 April 2026Media and Society Presents Senior Film Festival
Students in the Media and Society capstone presented short films on April 6.
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3 April 2026Ruth’s Solo Exhibition “Here and There” Opens in Chelsea
Show at Planthouse Gallery features prints, drawings and paintings; opening reception April 23.
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2 April 2026“Prayer for Peace” Community Chorus Concert Explores Themes of Peace and Consolation
Featuring guest musicians from Eastman, the spring performance offers a contemplative musical experience April 29.
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2 April 202615 Years of PLEN at HWS
Special programming celebrates 15 years of the HWS chapter of the Public Leadership Education Network.
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2 April 2026A Public Radio Career Comes Full Circle
After getting her start at WEOS in Geneva, Sara Henegan ’09 steps into a leading on-air role at WWNO New Orleans Public Radio.
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1 April 2026Winning Streak for HWS Debate
Recent achievements for HWS Debate include advancing to elimination rounds at USUDC — one of the most prestigious competitions in U.S. debate — as well as securing championship titles at Bard IV and Cornell Novice Nationals.
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1 April 2026From Campus to the Cardiac Ward
A new internship will send four Hobart and William Smith students on life-saving international medical missions this summer.
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30 March 2026From the Office of the President: Honoring the 2026 Hobart Hockey Team
A letter to campus from President Mark D. Gearan on Hobart hockey's national runner-up finish at the NCAA DIII Men's Ice Hockey National Championship.
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After a Secret Was Revealed, Their First Wedding Was Canceled
The New York Times features Negarin S.Sadr Hashemi Najad '10 wedding announcement
Freight Rail Firm Mullins Law Group Welcomes Mark Sidman as Of Counsel
North America Today and 55 similar outlets report that Mark Sidman '77, a Hobart College economics graduate, has joined Mullins Law Group as Of Counsel.
Concord Public Schools Names Stephanie Nephew as Next Principal
John Guilfoil Public Relations reports that Stephanie Nephew '98, a William Smith College graduate, has been named principal of Willard Elementary School in Concord.
Trumansburg-Based Writer Releases Debut Novel
Ithaca Times profiles Lex Enrico Santi '99, a debut novelist who studied creative writing at Hobart and William Smith Colleges.
Michael Eisner in the Democratic Primary for Ohio's 7th Congressional District
Cleveland.com profiles Michael Eisner '90, a Hobart College graduate, running in the Democratic primary for Ohio's 7th Congressional District.
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Philanthropy in Action
Made possible by a grant from the Gantcher Family Foundation, students donate $25,000 to local organizations.
Nonprofit Career Trek
Funded by the Gantcher Family Foundation, students took part in a two-day Nonprofit Career Trek, exploring career pathways while connecting with organizations serving communities across Brooklyn and Westchester County.
Finding Her Voice in the Classroom
Ashley Yang ’11, MAT ’12 draws on early inspiration and HWS values to foster curiosity, critical thinking and respectful dialogue among her students.
Jared Weeden '91 Appointed HWS' VP for Advancement
Longtime advancement leader and alumnus to guide next chapter of philanthropic growth.
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Sorbello '23, MHEL '25 Joins Colgate
In her new role as Assistant Director of New Student Programs, Eleanor Sorbello ’23, MHEL ’25 supports students as they transition to college.
VanLare '25 Joins City Year
Former Tutor Corps coordinator is taking the lessons she learned at Hobart and William Smith to help students excel.
From Seneca Lake to the North Atlantic
Fiona Howes ’27 charts a future in oceanography.
Connolly ’27 Named Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholar
Recognized for her leadership in inclusive education, Jacqueline Connolly ’27 has earned the prestigious Voyager Scholarship, one of the nation’s most selective awards for emerging public service leaders.
