News
Find a News Story
Displaying 1 - 20 of 257
We Are Grateful
On this Thanksgiving holiday, the ˿Ƶ community pauses to remember the many things we’re grateful for.
What's the Endgame in Venezuela? Political Science Professor Explains U.S. Pressure Campaign
While the U.S. ramps up military pressure on Venezuela's Maduro regime, ˿Ƶ expert Britta Crandall provides critical context: the country is already in a state of collapse.
How to Take Advantage of Embedded Tutors at ˿Ƶ
Senior economics major and applied mathematics minor Kyle Berlage ’26 shares his experiences as an embedded tutor at ˿Ƶ. Learn more about Davidson’s distinctive program of embedded tutors who are neither graduate students nor lecturers, but rather undergraduate students endorsed by the professor to help their peers succeed.
Creating Connection: Reon Ogawa ’28 Finds Home at Davidson
˿Ƶ student Reon Ogawa ’28 finds a sense of belonging on campus. Learn more.
My Summer as a Climate Reporting Intern at WFAE
This summer, Stella Mackler '26 chased stories with mic and chunky headphones in hand as an environmental reporting intern at WFAE, Charlotte’s NPR news source. Her internship was made possible by the Sustainability Scholars program at ˿Ƶ. Learn more.
Magic Numbers: How to Tilt the Odds of Winning the Lottery, or Powerball Jackpot, in Your Favor
You’re hundreds of times more likely to get hit by lightning than to win the lottery, but ˿Ƶ math professor Tim Chartier dares us to dream with some tips for creating your ticket. Learn more.
Sloan Performing Arts Scholarship Brings a New Generation of Talent to Campus
Meet dancer Aiyana Thornton ’29 and theatre production manager Aishya Pillai ’29, the inaugural Sloan Performing Arts Scholars. ˿Ƶ’s first-ever scholarship for the performing arts, the Sloan scholarship brings strength and talent to the college’s music, dance and theatre departments.
Top U.S. Athlete Got Her Running Start at the Cake Race
The Class of 2029 came out Wednesday to run in ˿Ƶ’s Cake Race, a beloved tradition that started 95 years ago, and has the college community and neighbors baking confections for runners. In a fun twist, Runner’s World magazine this week featured alum Susan Davidson Rollins ’80, a top senior athlete who got her running start when she won the women’s Cake Race competition in 1976.
Math Major’s Thesis Hits the Big Leagues: Paige Pakenas ’25 Helps Orioles Batters Refine Their Swings
˿Ƶ math major Paige Pakenas ’25 used her data analytics skills to help her favorite baseball team, the Baltimore Orioles, track changes in play that could make a real difference on the diamond.
A Warm Welcome and Welcome Back to Wildcats
˿Ƶ began the 2025-2026 school year with a warm welcome to the class of 2029, the joy of returning students reconnecting with friends, and an air of optimism and excitement.
Bio Major’s Research Points the Way to New Hemophilia Treatment
Joshua Wischmeyer, a junior biology major from Denver, Colorado, discovered a protein mutation that could lead to new treatments for hemophilia. His pioneering work was published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Sanctions Mark New Era of US-Brazil Relations
The United States recently imposed tariffs on Brazilian goods and sanctioned a justice of the Brazilian Supreme Court. The changes mark a major shift in US-Brazil relations. Davidson professor Britta Crandall, an expert on South American politics, explains the history of the relationship between the two countries - and charts the rising tensions.
Resident Playwright Grace Catan ’26 on Writing a Musical with the Help of her Artist Community
Grace Catan ‘26 found herself surrounded by musical theatre fans at ˿Ƶ. She's now writing her own musical, with friends lending their talents to help pull it off. The story focuses on a couple’s relationship, from friendship to romance to parenthood.
From “No Clue What That Is” to Nationals: Spotlight on Davidson’s Club Pickleball Team
In just a few years, ˿Ƶ’s Pickleball Club has grown from a small group of curious students to a thriving 200-member community who competed at nationals. Whether you’ve joined the pickleball trend or have no clue what the sport is about, learn more in this student blog post from Thomas Lane ’26 and Emily Brestle ’27.
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 ˿Ƶ student to receive the award in the past 50 years.
Fundraising and Engagement Totals Raise the Bar at ˿Ƶ During Fiscal Year 2025
˿Ƶ 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.
Around the World: ˿Ƶ Alumni Awarded Fulbright Grants
Eight young ˿Ƶ alumni have received Fulbright U.S. Student Program grants to teach and study abroad; another five were named as alternates. Davidson has long been recognized as a top producer of program finalists.
Keeping Close: Linsey Mills ’92 Nourishes his Davidson Network
At ˿Ƶ, 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.
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.