News
Find a News Story
Displaying 21 - 40 of 169
Unveiling Ancient Mysteries: A Multidisciplinary Odyssey in Cyprus
Three environmental studies students at ˿Ƶ share adventures of their summer archaeological research with Prof. Brad Johnson in Cyprus.
From Campus Leader to West Coast Litigator: Aditi Ghatlia ’18 Turns Theory Into Practice
Her leadership roles across campus and the friendships she made at Davidson prepared Aditi Ghatlia ’18 for a career in law. Working as a litigator on the West Coast, she continues to seek out communities and experiences where she can make a difference.
Four Students Discuss Their Summers With Davidson in Washington
Four political science majors share their experiences with Davidson in Washington, an immersive summer opportunity for ˿Ƶ students. Learn more.
A Welcoming of Deliberative Disagreement: Spotlight on ˿Ƶ’s DCI
˿Ƶ students Daniel Lee '26 and Divin Dushimimana '26 reflect on their work with the Deliberative Citizenship Initiative and the happiness that comes from genuine conversations and thoughtful exchanges of ideas.
Brooke Bentley ’01: Athlete, Anchor, Author, Mom
She’s covered two Super Bowls, a Pro Bowl and more. Now, ˿Ƶ alum and former scholar-athlete Brooke Bentley distills her experiences as a woman sports journalist in her new book, Sideline Confidential. Learn more.
Public School Student, Policy Expert, Parent
Brittany Murray’s life in public education started as a student, she’s now a public policy expert and the parent of four children in public school. Murry, the Malcolm O. Partin Assistant Professor of Educational Studies and Political Science at ˿Ƶ, specializes in K-12 public education policy.
Seeking Humane Immigration Solutions: Itziri Gonzalez-Barcenas ’19 Named Schwarzman Scholar
Itziri Gonzalez-Barcenas ’19 grew up as an undocumented immigrant and has worked toward finding humane solutions to help others. A former student leader at ˿Ƶ, she has been named a Schwarzman Scholar and will spend a year in a fully funded master’s degree program in global affairs in Beijing, learning from some of the world’s top educators, economists, and political, diplomatic, and non-profit leaders. Learn more.
Heading from the West to the East Coast for College
Six students from the western United States share what it was like to move to the east coast for college and offer advice for prospective students considering the decision to attend an east coast school like ˿Ƶ.
Navigating Disability in the College Process
Three ˿Ƶ students reflect on the extra challenges that a disability presents when choosing a college. They share their Davidson experience and offer advice to prospective students with disabilities about going through the admission process.
Student-to-Student: Advice from ˿Ƶ Students on the College Essay
Senior Fellows in ˿Ƶ’s Office of Admission & Financial Aid share their tips and tricks for navigating and writing the college essay.
Day in the Life: What Does a Weekend Look Like at ˿Ƶ?
Wondering what a weekend at ˿Ƶ can look like as a student? Haley Stock ’25 shares the many ways Wildcats spend their weekends around campus, town and in Charlotte.
Like an Apricot: A Language’s Highs and Lows
Brody Bassett ’25 reflects on his summer in Egypt where he immersed himself in the formal “high” and informal “low” dialects people there use. Zoom lessons with an Egyptian-born tutor, and countless hours studying vocabulary, phrases, and idioms led to colorful connections with everyone from restaurant servers to shop keepers to taxi drivers.
Twelve Young Davidson Alums Offered Fulbright Grants
Twelve young Davidson alums were recently selected to participate in the 2023-2024 Fulbright U.S. Student Program. They have been offered grants for independent research and English Teaching Assistantships in 10 different countries. Learn more.
Political Science Prof: 1960s Controversy Echoes Questions Around Justice Thomas
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’s personal dealings have raised ethical questions, but a ˿Ƶ political science professor says we’ve been here before. Learn more.
‘A Day of Hope’: Students Pass Along Lessons on How to Care for Our Planet
˿Ƶ students brought their knowledge of a wide variety of environmental issues to the community for the town’s Earth Day celebration. Learn more.
Live from the Laundry Room: Ed Isola ’15 and The 502s
˿Ƶ alum Ed Isola and his band, The 502s, started small but quickly built a following that led to invitations to play at Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza and other big-time venues. They return to Charlotte this week. Learn more.
Brazil Riots Are Chilling Reminder of the Power of Toxic Disinformation
Rioters descended on Brazil’s capital Sunday in a disinformation-fueled attack on the government. ˿Ƶ Prof. Britta Crandall weighs in on what the turmoil means for a country facing enormous challenges. Read more.
New Book Translation Expands Professor’s Influence in China
˿Ƶ Professor Peter Ahrensdorf's book, Homer on the Gods and Human Virtue: Creating the Foundations of Classical Civilization, published in 2014 by Cambridge University Press, has now been published in Chinese with a New Preface by Huaxia Press. Learn more.
Protests in Iran Inspire Student Action
˿Ƶ students take action to raise awareness of human rights abuses in Iran. Learn more.
Brazil’s Democracy Tested as Ugly Election Heads Toward Resolution Sunday
The stakes are high as Brazil’s President Jair Bolsonaro faces off with Former President Lula da Silva. ˿Ƶ professor Britta Crandall weighs in on the issues Brazilians care about, Bolsonaro’s playbook and how the country is preparing for Sunday’s highly anticipated run-off election. Learn more.