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The Fed Walks a Tightrope as Interest Rate Decision Looms
On the eve of its interest rate decision, the Federal Reserve faces pressure from markets and politics. Inflation remains high, employment steady and the White House urges a rate cut. Economics professor Vikram Kumar helps make sense of the complicated economic environment that is clouded with uncertainties, tariffs and political pressures.
The Power of Words: Mav Smith ’26 Awarded Beinecke Scholarship
Writer and poet Mav Smith ’26 has been named to the newest cohort of the prestigious Beinecke Scholarship Program, which will support her post-graduate studies. She’s the fourth ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö student to receive the award in the past 50 years.
Fundraising and Engagement Totals Raise the Bar at ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö During Fiscal Year 2025
¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö raised more than $96.4 million this fiscal year, with gifts supporting scholarships, athletics, the arts, research, internships and more. Alums and families showed extraordinary commitment, not only through monetary gifts but also through participation in events and engagement as volunteers and mentors.
Keeping Close: Linsey Mills ’92 Nourishes his Davidson Network
At ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö, Linsey Mills ’92 found his home with the Black Student Coalition, where he developed and nurtured relationships and fostered lifelong connections. He’s an active member of the Black Alumni Network, and continues to share his experience in business and finance to volunteer and mentor students.
It’s the Climb: Megan Mokriski ’25 Reaches New Heights With Davidson Outdoors
¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö alum Megan Mokriski ’25 discovered her passion for rock climbing as a first-year student, thanks to Davidson Outdoors.
A Place to Remember and Reflect
¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö will dedicate "With These Hands: A Memorial to the Enslaved and Exploited," a powerful new sculpture by artist Hank Willis Thomas and Perkins&Will, in fall 2025. This memorial reflects the college's ongoing commitment to acknowledge and reconcile with its history of enslavement and exploitation.
A Leadership Credo: Showing Up With Intention
In a pivotal time for higher education, ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö President Douglas Hicks discusses teaching vital leadership skills and our commitment to shaping impactful, ethical global citizens.
Knotty Knowledge: The Staying Power of Ties That Bind
From our DNA strands to fishing rods to art, knots are all around us. Ana Wright, a ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö assistant mathematics and computer science professor, and student researcher Vincent Reynolds ’26 are using knot theory to explore and develop knot games and puzzles.
High Hopes: World-Class Hurdler Jayden Smith '25 Hits Home Turf
¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö's All-American hurdler Jayden Smith '25 competed on home turf at the new Lisa and Jeff Case Track & Field Complex, celebrating his record-breaking season and the facility's grand opening. Learn more.
Field Work: Students Trace Hurricane Helene's Impact
¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö environmental studies students and Professor Brad Johnson conducted fieldwork in Western North Carolina, analyzing landslides and flood impacts from Hurricane Helene and offering real-time insights into the region's geomorphic changes.
Down and Dirty: A Very Bonner Spring Break
¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö Bonner Scholars addressed critical issues, including food insecurity, in Charleston, South Carolina, and aided in marshlands clean up during their hands-on spring break service trip. Learn more.
Reunion Weekend 2025: A Joy From Start to Finish
Reunion Weekend 2025 at ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö brought together seventeen hundred alumni from all over the globe for a heartwarming celebration of service, friendship and reflection. Learn more.
Launch Pad to a Global Education: New Funds Inspire Open Minds, Broadened Horizons
¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö student Katriel Sander ’27 embarks on a transformative global journey—from Peru to Germany and beyond—thanks to the new Lou Ortmayer Fellowship. Funded by alumnus Steven Porter ’79, the program supports students exploring international public health, combining travel, mentorship, and academic growth.
A Year in Pictures: Capturing the Sites and Scenes on Campus
From a new mascot to a new stadium to enduring traditions, the ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö community had quite a year in 2024-25. Photographers and videographers captured much of it.
RCC Action Day: 4 Davidson Students Promote Sustainability on the Hill
An environmental studies major at ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö shares her firsthand experience lobbying Congress on behalf of the Rachel Carson Council, exposing the environmental dangers of the biomass industry and encouraging student activism on climate issues.
Make It What You Want: West Coast Volunteer Builds Davidson Connections
Lauren Schassberger ’16 turned her ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö experience into a lifelong connection—first as a student leader, then as a dedicated alumna volunteer on the West Coast. Discover how she found joy, career success, and community.
Spotlight on Access Davidson, ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö's Fly-In Program
Students who participated in ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö's fly-in program, Access Davidson, reflect on what made the visit so special and why they decided to join our community. Learn more.
No Easy Fix for Low U.S. Birth Rate, Economics Professor Says
A declining birth rate is bad news for the economy. But Economics Professor Siobhan O’Keefe says there are no easy fixes for graying workforces.
Igniting the Spark for Young Readers: Education Advocate Steve Mirabello ’25 Awarded Smith Scholarship
At ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö Steve Mirabello ’25 immersed himself into learning about education, from tutoring elementary school students to researching in other countries, to analyzing public policy. He has been awarded the college’s W. Thomas Smith Scholarship, which will pay for him to pursue a Master of Science degree at the London School of Economics and Political Science.
Smart, Funny and Tech Savvy: Grace McGuire ’25 Awarded Smith Scholarship
Grace McGuire ’25 plans to create digital content that cuts through the growing problems of disinformation and polarization. Those are among the many reasons the art history and digital studies major has been named a 2025 W. Thomas Smith Scholar. She’s ¹ú²ú¸£Àû¾«Æ·ÍƼö’s first Smith Scholar who will study for a Master of Philosophy degree in the Digital Humanities program at the University of Cambridge, one of the leading programs in the world.