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13 November 2025The Fix Family Honored for Service and Philanthropy
Robert C. Fix and Karen W. Fix P’15, P’17 receive the President’s Medal.
Read More13 November 2025A Small World on Ice
Two Hobart hockey families share more than a love for the game — they share three names, three brothers and a legacy built on championship ice.
Read More13 November 2025HWS Establishes National Hispanic Honor Society
Sigma Delta Pi network celebrates excellence in Spanish and cultural study.
Read More13 November 2025Senator Cooney and the Melly Institute Connect Students to the Future of Mobility
Waymo’s visit to HWS showcased how artificial intelligence, policy and a liberal arts education converge to shape tomorrow’s transportation systems.
Read More11 November 2025Savard '15, MAT '16 Performs Five and a Half Feet of Fearsome
Nicolas Shannon Savard ‘15, MAT '16 delivered a one-night-only performance of their solo show Five and a Half Feet of Fearsome.
Read More11 November 2025Honorary Degree Celebrates Lieutenant General Woodward ’68
On Veterans Day, HWS announces Lt. General John L. Woodward Jr. '68 will be awarded an honorary degree.
Read More7 November 2025HWS Launches the Melly Institute for Business, Innovation and Leadership
From the classroom to the boardroom, the Melly Institute guarantees every HWS student hands-on experience, mentorship and a path to success.
Read More6 November 2025Soccer Teams Face Off in Liberty League Semifinals
The Herons take on RIT while the Statesmen play Union.
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Ratliff '88 Releases New Book
Hiram Ratliff '88 has released a book titled The Black and Beautiful Side of Us, exploring his upbringing in Harlem through poetry. The book and his life are highlighted in an article from New York Weekly.
Wright '97 Named Montclair Foundation Executive Director
Kay Sarlin Wright '97 has been named the executive director of the Montclair Foundation, as announced in an article by Montclair Local.
Lucore '20 Highlighted in The East Hampton Star
Christopher Lucore '20 discusses opening an exhibit at his gallery in Montauk, N.Y. and his path toward an art career.
Petry '26 Featured in Catholic Courier
Christian Petry '26 was recently featured in an article by the Catholic Courier on Geneva's Community Lunch Program receiving new kitchen appliances through a grant from the Wyckoff Family Foundation.
Hayflinger-Rogers '29 in the Finger Lakes Times
Tristan Hayflinger-Rogers '29 was featured in the Finger Lakes Times' series The Bigger Picture on HWS' First Generation Initiative.
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HWS Announces the Legacy Cup
A gift from the Sigma Phi Educational Foundation establishes an annual tradition recognizing graduating classes that lead in senior philanthropy and participation.

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.

Behind the Scenes of the 2026 Winter Olympics
A sports physician, an artist, two NBC game management employees and a mother celebrating daughters' history were part of HWS' contingent at the Olympic Games in Milan Cortina.

HWS and Maxwell Forge a New Path to Public Service
Students can begin graduate coursework early, secure priority admission and receive scholarships to Syracuse University’s top ranked Maxwell School.
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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.
Career Trajectory: Griffin Primeau '23 Completing a Master of Science in Urban Planning and Policy at Northeastern University
HWS provides technical and critical thinking skills necessary for post-graduate endeavors.














