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20 October 2026Squash Team Puts Service into Action at ReUse Systems
During HWS’ annual Fall Day of Service, student-athletes helped a Geneva nonprofit reorganize its warehouse, supporting its mission of reuse and sustainability alongside alumnus Aaron Vicioso ’26.
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18 October 2026Morris to Join Live Panel on Student Mental Health at The Little Theatre
HWS vice president for campus life will join WXXI’s Evan Dawson and regional voices for an in-person discussion of how colleges are addressing student mental health.
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15 October 2026Levine ’59 Donates Forensic History Collection to HWS
A remarkable collection of materials gathered during a career in forensic odontology finds a new home at HWS.
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14 October 2026George Abraham ’59 Marks 90th Birthday with Distinguished Pianists
The "Opus 90 Completed” recital brings together Abraham and three accomplished musicians whose performance and teaching careers span leading conservatories, universities and international concert stages.
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14 October 2026HWS Theatre Opens Season with New Translation of Ubu the King
Grotesque farce explores tyranny, greed and the effects of unchecked power. Show opens Oct. 29.
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8 October 2026A Sculptor's Eye
Dr. Bruce Bauer ’70 returns to HWS to explore the three-dimensional thinking that connects his pioneering career in pediatric reconstructive surgery with his work as a sculptor and jewelry artist.
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8 October 2026Keeping the Aperture Open
At the Anderton Economic Policy Symposium, Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan explored AI, leadership and the economy through a lesson he learned long before banking: Keep looking beyond what you already know.
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7 October 2026HWS Day of Donors 2026
Over 24 hours, the HWS community came together to support scholarships, internships, global education, greatest need, research and student life.
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Incumbents hold Massive Fundraising Leads in New York's 24th and 25th Congressional Races
Professor of Politics DeWayne Lucas joins WHAM13 to discuss campaign financing in New York’s 24th and 25th Congressional District races.
HWS Day of Donors: Meet Andy Dinh ’27
HWS Day of Donors, a 24-hour giving challenge, kicks off Oct. 6. In this series of stories, meet six students whose pivotal HWS experiences were made possible through support from the Annual Fund. Here, Andy Dinh ’27 reflects on campus life.
Collectors who helped furnish Legacy Hall share passion for bringing history alive
The Pirates hosted Stephen Wong '89 and Denny Heindl to share their passion for baseball, its history and their extensive collection with fans at Legacy Hall.
UWTSD Outdoor Adventure students inspire and support visiting international cohort
Students on the BA (Hons) Outdoor Adventure Education programme at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) used their skills beyond the classroom to support visiting students from Hobart and William Smith Colleges (HWS) as they settled into life on campus and in Wales during the recent annual Summer Programme.
With Bill Pulte, Trump Is Sending a Dangerous Message
John Sipher '83 writes a guest essay in the New York Times Opinion where he says the law establishing the Director of National Intelligence is explicit and unambiguous. Candidates must have extensive national security expertise, and that requirement exists for good reason. Anything to the contrary sends a dangerous message.
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Tillman ’95 Publishes Literary Mystery Novel
This November, author Aaron Tillman ’95 will release his newest book Lucy Miles’ Photogenic Mind, published by Regal House Publishing. The novel is a witty literary mystery with elements of magical realism.
Gaines ’83 Recognized for Leadership at RiverSpring Living
Former HWS Trustee honored for his service to the New York City organization dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults.
Honoring Family, Building Community
A renovated residential community on Pulteney Street now carries the name of the Piltch family, whose connection to Hobart and William Smith spans generations.
Schonning ’16 Wins $20,000 International Poetry Prize
Daniel Schonning ’16 is the winner of the 2026 Montreal International Poetry Prize, a global competition celebrating contemporary poetry.
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Squash Team Puts Service into Action at ReUse Systems
During HWS’ annual Fall Day of Service, student-athletes helped a Geneva nonprofit reorganize its warehouse, supporting its mission of reuse and sustainability alongside alumnus Aaron Vicioso ’26.
HWS Day of Donors: Meet Juliza Ariza ’27
HWS Day of Donors, a 24-hour giving challenge, kicks off Oct. 6. In this series of stories, meet six students whose pivotal HWS experiences were made possible through support from the Annual Fund. Here, Julia Ariza ’27 reflects on her scholarship and global healthcare internships.
New Pathways to Nursing at University of Rochester
Emily Cain ’27 Launches Her Career at Bank of America
An internship with Bank of America gave Cain a firsthand look at life in New York City and her future career.
