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My Summer Tackling Holistic Transformation in Charlotte’s Freedom Drive Corridor
Dallas Brown ’26 reflects on his experience as a Nonprofit Leadership Fellow interning at Freedom Communities, an organization focused on disrupting intergenerational poverty and transforming the West Charlotte community.
Building Community, Transforming Careers
Valeria Salgado ‘25 shares her transformative experience interning with the Community Building Initiative, a Charlotte-based non-profit organization dedicated to advancing equity, inclusion and access in the community.
Opening Doors to the Pentagon & Beyond: My Summer Internship with the Department of Defense
Political science major Peyton Davis ’25 reflects on her summer interning at the Department of Defense and how it has shaped her career aspirations post-Davidson.
Composer, Performer, Comedian: Jacob Kim ’26 on his ‘Yes, and’ Approach to Art
During his time at Davidson, Jacob Kim '26 has discovered diverse artistic passions, from music and digital art to improv and sewing, shaping his academic and personal growth on campus. Learn more.
Here’s the Deal — Alum Returns to Grow Arts Initiatives on Campus
Savannah Deal '18 returns to Davidson College as DACE and Dance Department coordinator to foster creativity campus-wide while also supporting students' artistic endeavors.
Davidson College Charts Path Forward – and Upward
Davidson College’s strategic plan sets an ambitious agenda for the institution over the next several years. Learn about the priorities that will guide the college into the future.
Embracing the Present on Davidson’s Korean Buddhist Pilgrimage
Davidson College students reflect on their “Korea Buddhist Pilgrimage” with Religious Studies Prof. Rachel Pang and Associate Chaplain for Buddhist Programs and Director of the Davidson Meditation Initiative, Ivan Mayerhofer.
“No Tax On Tips” No Big Deal Says Davidson College Economics Professor
Siobhan O’Keefe, an assistant professor of economics, shared her thoughts on the potential impact — and unintended consequences — of the proposal to eliminate income tax on tips.
Academic Year Begins With Focus on ‘Community of Trust’
Davidson College welcomed its newest students on Wednesday, with dozens of upper-class members — including many scholar athletes and their coaches — and staffers greeting them with cheers and helping unload cars, carry boxes, bags and suitcases to their residence hall rooms.
President Hicks Joins College Presidents to Prepare Students to Be Engaged Citizens and Uphold Free Expression
Davidson College President Doug Hicks is joining college presidents from across the country to advance higher education’s pivotal role in preparing students to be engaged citizens and to uphold free expression on campus.
New York Times: Professor Bagwell Offers Advice for Deepening Friendships
Catherine Bagwell, the Virginia Lasater Irvin Professor of Psychology, was featured in a recent New York Times article that offered readers advice on forging deep friendships. Bagwell suggested adapting “parallel play” – a behavior usually observed in children. The simple act of doing separate hobbies or tasks with a friend can lead to conversation and new bonds.
Healing Research, Supportive Allies
When a family member suffered a traumatic brain injury, the Foil family founded a care facility with community-based programs for other TBI survivors. The Davidson College alums fund a college research award to support students studying brain injuries. A separate fund supports health and wellness initiatives for Davidson’s LGBTQIA+ students.
Club Sports at Davidson Level the Playing Field, or Court, for Athletes & Non-Athletes Alike
Interested in playing a competitive sport in college but not on the Division I level? Claire Kelly ’25 explains how club sports work at Davidson College, and how she has found community within the club tennis team.
Athlete, Entertainer, Banana Baller: Parker Nolan ’22 Joins the Firefighters Baseball Team
Davidson College alum and scholar-athlete Parker Nolan gets in on what is quickly becoming a new favorite pastime for baseball fans and non-fans alike – Banana Ball. Read more.
Men’s Soccer Alums Honor Beloved Coach Charlie Slagle With Head Coaching Endowment
Coach Charlie Slagle ’74 made an indelible mark on Davidson College men’s soccer. Now, an endowment created by former players in honor of Slagle will help the college attract top talent. Read more.
Forbes: Davidson Professor Reports from the Paris Olympics
Professor of Biology Dave Wessner covers the COVID outbreak at the Olympics, and what makes this year different from 2020.
Free Summer Promise Program Gives Rising High-Schoolers Taste of College Life
A look inside the inaugural Davidson College Summer Promise Program, a free, week-long college readiness program for rising ninth graders. Learn more.
Seeking the Humane Path: Toshaani Goel Named 2024 Smith Scholar
Toshaani Goel ’24 chose Davidson College for its extensive humanities studies offerings and believes aspiring professionals benefit from a strong liberal arts education. Goel is a 2024 Davidson College Smith Scholar, which honors academic achievement, leadership, character and community service.
Caring for the Caretakers: Smith Scholar Lilly Sirover to Focus on Well-Being of Healthcare Professionals
Lilly Sirover ’24 strives to ensure that those facing stress, from elite athletes to physicians dealing with life and death decisions, get support to remain physically and mentally healthy. The former women’s track and field team distance runner is a 2024 Davidson College Smith Scholar, which honors academic achievement, leadership, character and community service.
Davidson College Celebrates Record-Breaking Fundraising, Remarkable Engagement, Extraordinary Impact
With support from alums, families, faculty, staff and friends, Davidson College celebrated a record-breaking fundraising year. Learn more about the culture of philanthropy at Davidson and the initiatives the funds will support.