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Fraternity Life at ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö
Explore how fraternity life at ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö fosters lifelong mentorship and philanthropy through the experience of Gabe Garcia ’26. In this blog post, he shares how meals work, what brotherhood is like, and the variety of service projects his fraternity has taken on in the community.
Leading With Integrity: A Spotlight on Davidson’s Student Government Association
Student Body President-elect Maya Rajeh ’27 shares how ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö’s Student Government Association (SGA) drives campus change—from sustainability and dining improvements to the inaugural Celebration of Honor Week. Learn how Davidson students turn feedback into action within our close-knit liberal arts community.
Two ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö Students Awarded Watson Fellowships
The Watson Foundation has named ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö seniors Brooke Lackey and Neve Rauscher as fellows in its 58th class of Thomas J. Watson Fellows. Lackey will study sign language and Deaf culture in several countries. Rauscher will explore how communities adapt to climate warming and changing water patterns.
Honor and Opportunity: First Leathers Family Scholar Brings to Campus Excellence in ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö and Athletics
Discover how Curt ’79 and Julie Leathers ’80 are shaping Davidson’s future through the Leathers Family Scholarship, starting with inaugural scholar-athlete Ava Linnell ’29.
Many Bright Lights: ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö Celebrates Spring Convocation
¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö celebrated Spring Convocation on April 14, 2026, gathering to spotlight student achievement—from the academic to the athletic to the artistic—and the faculty and staff who support their work.
Ask a Wildcat: Brant Simmons ’28
Meet Brant Simmons ’28, a ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö double major in educational studies and gender and sexuality studies. Discover how Brant has explored experiential learning through research on educational equity, study abroad programs in Northern Ireland and Denmark, and his life as a Bonner Scholar and "Mugger" at Nummit.
Davidson's Fed Challenge Team Reaches National Finals
In the latest Federal Challenge, ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö's Fed Challenge team finished among the top six in the nation — alongside Harvard, the University of Chicago and UCLA.
Living at Davidson: A Guide to Our Residential Community
Go behind the scenes into the residence halls at ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö. From historic first-year dorms to transitional independent senior apartments, find out where you’ll study, sleep and build community during your four years.
Ask a Wildcat: Ann Thompson ’27
Discover life at ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö through the eyes of Ann Thompson ’27. From competing as a D1 swimmer and studying abroad in Cádiz, Spain, to traditions like the Cake Race, Ann shares how she balances rigorous academics with community leadership and the best eats on Main Street.
The Art of Curiosity: Courtney Lassiter ’27 Weaves Film, Music and Visuals in Cultural Exploration
Meet Courtney Lassiter ’27, a multidisciplinary artist redefining cultural exploration through film, zines, and techno.
Why the World Can’t Stop Talking About ‘Sinners’
Explore the cultural and cinematic depth of the record-breaking horror film Sinners through a Q&A with ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö Professors Marcus Pyle and Randy Ingram. The discussion delves into the film's subversion of the Robert Johnson myth, its portrayal of 1930s racial tensions and how it redefines traditional vampire lore through the lens of Black artistry.
Why ‘One Battle After Another’ Is Even More Radical Than It Looks
¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö English Professor Jeff Jackson explores the political complexity of the Oscar-frontrunner One Battle After Another and its surprising connection to the 1966 classic The Battle of Algiers. The discussion dives into how modern cinema balances big-budget genre tropes with radical themes of insurgency and resistance.
Phi Beta Kappa Elects New Members for 2026
The Gamma Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa at ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö is pleased to publicly announce the new members-in-course for 2026.
¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö Continues Streak as a Top Fulbright Producer
The U.S. State Department has once again named ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö as one of its top producing institutions for Fulbright U.S. Student Program finalists. It’s the 11th consecutive year and 13th overall that the college has received the designation.
How the First Olympic Games Shaped Modern Competition
¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics Allison Smith examines the "distant echoes" of the original Olympic Games and how they compare to the modern global competition. The discussion explores the evolution of the games from a sacred religious sanctuary at Olympia to today's "moving circus" of international host cities. From track and field parallels to the history of olive-leaf crowns, this Q&A highlights the ancient traditions that still form the heart of Olympic contests.
‘Nobody Expects Revolutions Until They Happen’: Prof. Silvana Toska on Iran’s Unprecedented Unrest
¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö Political Science Professor Silvana Toska analyzes the unprecedented unrest in Iran and the regime’s efforts to suppress dissent through extreme violence. The conversation explores how economic collapse, regional instability and an aging leadership challenge the government’s survival. Toska also discusses the regional implications of a weakened Iran and the complexities of U.S. involvement.
¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö Recognized With Carnegie Foundation Community Engagement Classification
¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö has received the 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement. The college first earned the designation in 2020 and through continuing partnerships with communities, non-profits, and businesses, has renewed its classification.
After Five-Year Pilot, $2 Million Project Expands Partnership With Alliance of Baptists
¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö and the Alliance of Baptists received a $2 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to expand the Churches that THRIVE for Racial Justice initiative. Learn how this partnership empowers congregations to dismantle racialized structures.
They Cost Very Little and Mean So Much: The Best Gifts No One Bought
In this season of giving, the ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö community celebrates the gifts that didn’t come from a store, but sprang from love, thoughtfulness and kindness.
We Are Grateful
On this Thanksgiving holiday, the ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö community pauses to remember the many things we’re grateful for.