Hobart and William Smith Colleges

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.

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.

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.

9 October 2026HWS Ranks No. 7 Nationally for Alumni Network and Internships

HWS continues its momentum with national recognition for value, alumni network, internships, impact and return on investment.

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.

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.

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.

1 October 2026Csaposs ’09 Named City Year Alumni Shining Star

The HWS graduate is recognized for a career in education and service that has taken him from Geneva to Baton Rouge and Nairobi.

1 October 2026HWS Day of Donors: Meet Rupert Ramsay ’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, Rupert Ramsay '27 reflects on his summer internship.

1 October 2026HWS Day of Donors: Meet Nicholas Short ’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, Nicholas Short ’27 reflects on study abroad.

1 October 2026HWS Day of Donors: Meet Isabella Miller ’28

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, Isabella Miller ’28 reflects on summer research.

1 October 2026HWS Day of Donors: Meet Grace McCormick ’28

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, Grace McCormick ’28 reflects on her scholarship.

30 September 2026HWS 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.

30 September 2026HWS Day of Donors: 24 Hours of Impact

The 24-hour giving challenge on Oct. 6-7 supports scholarships, global education, internships, research, student life and the areas of greatest need across HWS.

29 September 2026Pamela Young Named Executive Director of The Melly Institute

Young will lead the Institute as it expands experiential learning and career-readiness opportunities.

29 September 2026Williams Hall Renovation Begins, Creating New Home for Melly Institute

Transformation of first floor will create a flexible hub where students connect a liberal arts education with business, innovation and leadership.

28 September 2026Seeing What Shapes Us

After a national seminar on interfaith understanding, Associate Professor Shalahudin Kafrawi is finding new ways to help students recognize religion’s influence on their lives and the world around them.

28 September 2026New Pathways to Nursing at University of Rochester

28 September 2026Emily 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.

25 September 2026Between Worlds: Jianan Chen Graybill ’86 Shares Her Journey from China to Medicine

In a newly published memoir, the HWS alumna recounts her childhood during China’s Cultural Revolution, her journey to America at 15 and the path that led her to a career in medicine. Graybill will discuss her book and experiences during an upcoming HWS virtual program.

25 September 2026Penn’s Research Advances the Future of Precision Optics

New Optica cover article highlights Penn’s research as HWS receives renewed National Science Foundation support for advances in optical coatings.

25 September 2026The Science Beneath the Science Building

By the time the Fish Center for the Sciences opens, ancient sediment hidden beneath it may already be helping students investigate one of the Finger Lakes' oldest mysteries.

24 September 2026A Legacy on Two Wheels

After seeing a need for sustainable transportation at HWS, Tarang Malhotra ’26 built a bike-sharing program designed to keep rolling long after he graduated.

22 September 2026HWS Climbs 13 Spots in U.S. News Rankings

New ranking places HWS at No. 60 among national liberal arts colleges, reflecting a period of significant momentum across the institution.

18 September 2026Rooted in Conservation

Peace Corps service in Paraguay deepens Julia Cianflone ’24’s commitment to environmental preservation.

18 September 2026Opposites Attract

Curated by Elva Ye ’13, a new Brooklyn exhibition celebrates the contrasting artistic practices — and shared creative spirit — of professors Ted Aub and Phillia Yi.

15 September 2026Morrissey ’27 Builds Real Estate Experience in New York

Through an internship with Cushman & Wakefield, Bauer Morrissey ’27 experiences the commercial side of New York City real estate

15 September 2026Acclaimed Poets Headline Trias Reading Series

Trias Writer-in-Residence Dan Beachy-Quick opens a fall series featuring National Book Award finalist Ann Lauterbach and T.S. Eliot Prize winner Peter Gizzi.

15 September 2026Maureen Dowd, Karl Rove and Bill Whitaker to Headline 2026 Stern Family Forum

New York Times columnist Maureen Dowd and Republican political strategist Karl Rove will discuss American politics, media and civil discourse in a conversation moderated by 60 Minutes Correspondent and Trustee Bill Whitaker ’73, L.H.D. ’97.

10 September 2026Wall Street Technology Arrives at HWS

New Bloomberg Terminals put real-time financial data, professional analytics and a $1 million global trading challenge in students’ hands.