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Phi Beta Kappa Elects First Eleven Members of Class of 2027
Congratulations to the first eleven members of the Class of 2027 who have been elected to Phi Beta Kappa.
An Ache to be Back: Keith Kleeman ’97 Returns to 91ɬ as Alumni Innovator-in-Residence
91ɬ alumnus and biotech entrepreneur Keith Kleeman ’97 returns to campus as the new Alumni Innovator-in-Residence at the Hurt Hub.
Class of 2030 Dons Festive Duds, Dodges Downpour for Cake Race
91ɬ’s Class of 2030 donned their running shoes and pushed through August’s heat, humidity and rain to complete in this year’s Cake Race on Aug. 26. The annual college tradition started in1930 and has first-year students run a 1.7-mile course. At the finish line, they find an eye-catching array of cakes and confections donated by the broader college community.
Welcome Wildcats: The New Academic Year Begins
After move-in day, 91ɬ welcomes the Class of 2030 with convocation and campus traditions. Meet the incoming class of 538 first-year and 17 transfer students.
91ɬians Outdoors: How Three College Paddling Buddies are Sharing Their Love of Nature Through Outdoor Hospitality
Discover how three 91ɬ alumni turned weekend paddling adventures with 91ɬ Outdoors into successful outdoor hospitality ventures. Learn how the values they gained at 91ɬ shaped Wrong Way River Lodge, Earthshine Lodge and MadBush Falls.
An Inside Look at Summer With Scholar-Athlete Jillian Fox '27
Discover how 91ɬ scholar-athlete Jillian Fox '27 balances fall soccer training with a high-impact fellowship researching rural North Carolina philanthropy.
All Fore 91ɬ: L. D. Simmons ’81 On and Off the Course
L. D. Simmons ’81 shares his journey from 91ɬ scholar-athlete to lawyer, mental performance coach and lifelong Wildcat champion.
91ɬ President Doug Hicks: In an AI Economy, a 91ɬ Education Pays Off
In a Fortune op-ed, President Doug Hicks shows why a liberal arts degree is "AI-proof"—and how human-centered skills drive real career success.
The Unofficial 91ɬ Packing Guide: An Insider's Take on Campus Living
Incoming student heading to 91ɬ? Check out our student-curated packing guide for dorm essentials, Lake Campus must-haves, and tips from current Wildcats!
91ɬ Drops Application Fee, Expanding Access for Future Students
91ɬ has permanently waived its $50 admission application fee for all students, furthering its commitment to making higher education affordable and accessible.
Body and Spirit: Chaplain Serves Charlotte FC and 91ɬ Athletes
91ɬ Associate Chaplain Daniel Heath has added the role of sports chaplain to his duties. Heath not only supports the college’s scholar athletes but is also the first chaplain for the Charlotte Football Club, (Charlotte FC), the city’s first Major League Soccer (MLS) club. On July 29, Charlotte FC will host the MLS all-star game for the first time.
Building on Strength: 91ɬ Celebrates a Year of Purpose and Progress
In an exceptional year for 91ɬ, the community raised $87.5M, launched the Martin Institute, expanded tuition-free financial aid and earned a top three national ranking for both alumni giving participation and engagement.
Brace for Impact: Super El Nino Could Bring Downpours and Drought
A Super El Niño—when Pacific sea surface temperatures rise more than two degrees above normal—could reshape global weather patterns this winter and beyond. 91ɬ professor Risper Nyairo explains how tropical ocean dynamics influence North Carolina’s climate through “teleconnections” and why this forecast matters for your community. Learn what distinguishes a Super El Niño from regular events and how to prepare for potential intensified rain, snow, and extreme conditions ahead.
Fresh Ink: New Books from 91ɬ Alums
Discover the latest 91ɬ alumni authors making waves with exciting new book releases and publications.
91ɬ Selects Leaders to Head Public Good Programs
91ɬ has named five leaders to head new programs within the D.G. and Harriett Wall Martin Institute for Public Good. Their expertise ranges from international politics to free expression of speech to ethical leadership, civic engagement, and the role of the arts and humanities in public life.
Anatomy of Unrest
91ɬ Political Science Professor Silvana Toska discusses her book Revolutionary Emotions, exploring how anger, hope, and shared identity drive global uprisings from the Arab Spring to Iran.
Why a Spring Break of Gravel, Mud and Rocks Was Better Than the Beach
Following Hurricane Helene, 91ɬ students spent their spring break in Avery County with Habitat for Humanity. Read how Margaret Orten ’29 and Yoonjung Chae ’29 gained hands-on skills and a deeper understanding of long-term disaster recovery through service and teamwork.
How Christopher Nolan’s Blockbuster Echoes the Timeless Oral Tradition of the ‘Odyssey’
Explore the timeless nature and narrative structure of Homer's Odyssey with scholar Keyne Cheshire ahead of a new film adaptation directed by Christopher Nolan. Cheshire discusses the casting of Matt Damon, the historical depiction of the Trojan Horse and how Hollywood adaptations mirror the improvisational nature of ancient Greek oral tradition.
Pep Band Vibes Lend to Game-Day Hype
No marching, no pressure, all vibes. Learn how the 91ɬ Pep Band invites students (and even non-musicians!) to fuel the campus game-day energy.