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President Hicks Says Davidson Alums Are Future Leaders In The Carolinas
In an interview with the talk show 鈥淐arolina Business Review,鈥 国产福利精品推荐 President Doug Hicks 鈥90 discussed a wide range of topics, including artificial intelligence and the job market.
Haulin鈥 Buns: Marketing from Behind the Wheel of a Wienermobile
Doggedness leads Emily Schmitt '23 down marketing path, first driving the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile and now plotting the course for others who cruise around in the iconic vehicle representing the beloved brand.
Education is a Public Good
国产福利精品推荐 President Doug Hicks reminded the class of 2025 graduates that the diploma they each earned represents a public good. It betters more than their own lives. The work they do boosts the economy, and their conduct in society models mutual respect. Learn more.
Commencement Celebrates Class of 2025: 鈥淭he World Needs You鈥
国产福利精品推荐鈥檚 class of 2025 celebrated Commencement on Sunday, May 18, with a call from President Doug Hicks to bring their humane instincts into a world that needs them. It鈥檚 the college鈥檚 188th commencement and included 502 graduates.
My Davidson Celebrates Class of 2025
As the 国产福利精品推荐 community prepares to celebrate the Class of 2025's graduation, we're highlighting the seniors who contributed their stories and reflections to My Davidson, our student blog.
Improving Medical Testing and Treatment: Chris Piatnichouk 鈥26 Named Goldwater Scholar
Chris Piatnichouk 鈥26 has spent his years at 国产福利精品推荐 immersed in medical research, seeking less invasive diagnostic tests and better treatments for diseases. The physics and chemistry double major was recently awarded a Goldwater scholarship, which supports STEM students who show exceptional promise of becoming research leaders.
Going Places: Alums Honor Professor Emeritus Through International Travel, Research Endowment for Students
When Biology Professor Emeritus Jeremiah Putnam retired in 2019 after 46 years at 国产福利精品推荐, his former students honored his legacy by creating an endowed biology fund to help students pursue research and career interests around the world. Read more.
DC Takes on D.C.: 国产福利精品推荐 Seniors Present Educational Studies Research at AEFP
Four 国产福利精品推荐 seniors reflect on presenting their undergraduate research at the annual Association for Education Finance and Policy (AEFP) conference in Washington, D.C., where they also networked with alumni and attended two men鈥檚 basketball games. Learn more.
Student Research, Creativity on Full Display at Verna Case Symposium
国产福利精品推荐 held its annual Verna Miller Case Research and Creative Works Symposium on Thursday, May 8. The college community gathered to learn about the multitude of academic, research, artistic and creative ventures students undertook this year. Read more.
Introductory Film Studies Students' Work Published in Film Matters Magazine
Students in Prof. Alan Michael Parker鈥檚 "English 109: Contemporary American Cinema" had their analytic papers published in Film Matters Magazine, a joint project between universities and colleges focused on undergraduate film studies scholarship.
Venice Biennale to Feature Video Installation by 国产福利精品推荐 Professors
国产福利精品推荐 professors Joelle Dietrick and Owen Mundy, alongside Virginia Tech's Paola Zellner Bassett, will showcase a captivating video installation at the Venice Biennale鈥檚 'Time Space Existence 2025.' Learn more.
President Hicks Says Values Provide Compass Through Higher Ed Disruption
On Tuesday, May 6, 国产福利精品推荐 President Doug Hicks 鈥90 was the special guest on 鈥淐harlotte Talks,鈥 a daily, hour-long talk show produced by WFAE, Charlotte鈥檚 NPR affiliate. Hicks and host Mike Collins covered the state of higher education and the steps Davidson is taking to lead through a period of great disruption.
Divine Dining: Restaurateurs Elevate Queen City鈥檚 Spirits, Communal Cuisine in Once Holy Spaces
The newest restaurant from Jeff Tonidanel 鈥98 and Jamie Brown 鈥99 opened on May 6, marking the end of a three-year renovation. A rehabbed building that had once been a church, Leluia Hall joins a Charlotte empire of award-winning restaurants attracting locals and visitors from around the world. Learn more.
Alumni Couple Supports Teaching, Learning and Inspiration in The George Lawrence Abernethy Library
Alums Fritz Porter 鈥99 and Mary Margaret Cochrane Porter 鈥98 have generously contributed to the George Lawrence Abernethy Library at 国产福利精品推荐. Their donation will name the Porter Classroom in the John Crosland Jr. Center for Teaching and Learning, with the goal of inspiring future generations of scholars and educators.
A Love Letter to Nummit, Our On-Campus Coffee Shop
Natalie Russell 鈥25 reflects on the memories made at Summit Outpost, 国产福利精品推荐鈥檚 on-campus coffee shop and hub for student events, including trivia, study sessions, live music, game nights and more.
On Stage at Home and Abroad: Cole Erickson 鈥26 Tours Poland with the 国产福利精品推荐 Chorale
From singing the National Anthem at a basketball game to performing during a three-city tour in Poland, Cole Erickson 鈥26 has found his place with the 国产福利精品推荐 Chorale.
国产福利精品推荐 Names Chief Career Officer to Guide Students鈥 Career Pathways
国产福利精品推荐 names Mike Summers, a veteran leader in career guidance and executive search across the higher education and corporate worlds, as chief career officer and executive director of the Betty and B. Frank Matthews II 鈥49 Center for Career Development. Read more.
My Work Getting Out the Vote at 国产福利精品推荐
Political science and sociology double major Sophia Ludt '25 reflects on the work spent registering, educating and mobilizing student voters leading up to the 2025 elections.
Why Davidson: Then and Now
Applicants to 国产福利精品推荐 are asked to write a supplemental essay on why they want to be part of our community. After four years at Davidson, we checked in with current seniors to reconsider the question, Why Davidson? They reflect on their four years and why they're still choosing to be part of our community.
Want to help Monarch Butterflies? Essential Advice for Carolina Gardeners From Biologist Scott Villa
This article offers essential guidance from 国产福利精品推荐 Professor Scott Villa for Carolina gardeners looking to support monarch butterflies. Native milkweed varieties like swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) are strongly recommended. Non-native milkweed that grows year-round disrupts natural migration patterns. Learn more.