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8 April 2026Where Ideas Become Reality — and Opportunity Gives Back
AI Venture Exec Adam Chaput ’07 applies his approach to building tech startups to supporting HWS students.
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8 April 2026HWS Round Robin Brings World’s Top Debaters to Campus
With competitors from leading universities across five continents, the tournament highlights elite argumentation and global perspectives.
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8 April 2026HWS Student’s Film Selected for Boston Festival
Elise Henry ’28’s short film “Wasted” will debut in Boston after evolving beyond a classroom assignment.
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7 April 2026HWS #2 among Peace Corps’ 2026 Top Volunteer-Producing Colleges
With 15 alumni serving, HWS earns number-two-spot on Peace Corps’ list.
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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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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.
Expert Focus: Feminist Economists Studying Women's Roles and Contributions to the U.S. Economy
Equitable Growth referenced former HWS President Joyce P. Jacobsen via X as one of six leading feminist economists shaping research and policymaking during Women's History Month.
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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.
Registration Open for Liberal Arts by the Lake
Return to the classroom for an immersive 3-day course on the Finger Lakes region’s celebrated food, wine and agritourism.
Sarah O’Brien ’13 Named Partner at Barclay Damon
From HWS to complex commercial litigation, O’Brien advances at Barclay Damon.
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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.
