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11 March 2026Dunn Authors Book on 'Inflammable Material'
International Relations professor explores the impact of Stiff Little Fingers’ 1979 punk album in Northern Ireland.
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11 March 2026Bringing Latina Stories to Life
Instructor Alejandra Molina’s course examines the narratives, voices and experiences of Latina women.
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10 March 2026Schonning to Read from Debut Poetry Collection
Professor explores topics from suffering and loss of faith to everyday observations in As When Walking.
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9 March 2026Behind 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.
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6 March 2026Opening the Black Box
A new Reader’s College course creates a space for students to examine artificial intelligence openly, critically and without fear.
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5 March 2026From Lisbon to Taipei
Colton Lestorti ’27 and Michelle Mangione ’27 earn highly competitive Gilman scholarships to study abroad this spring.
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3 March 2026Explorations in Math
HWS students reflect on math conference that offers networking and career exploration opportunities.
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3 March 2026President's Forum Welcomes Maya Rupert
Author and political strategist to discuss the struggle of “being real” during March 10 visit to campus.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
Savits ’57 Awarded President’s Medal in Washington, D.C.
Jacqueline Wrubel Savits ’57 is honored for a lifetime of service, leadership and devotion to Hobart and William Smith.
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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.
