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Assistant Professor James Webb: Black Contemporary Theatre Takes Center Stage

When he learned of 91ɬ��’s search for a professor specializing in Black contemporary theatre, he felt the job was made for him. 

Brown Payne ’24: Discoveries in Art History

Brown Payne ’24 has used his time at 91ɬ�� to dive headfirst into the world of art.

How Algorithms See Us—and How We Should Look At Them: Q&A with Wearn Lecturer Jon Kleinberg

Q&A with Jon Kleinberg, the Tisch University Professor in the Departments of Computer Science and Information Science at Cornell University. He will deliver the Wearn Lecture, “How Do Algorithms See The World?” on Thursday, September 14.

College admission isn’t like a head-to-head race. Read the opinion piece by Carol Quillen, history professor and president emerita at 91ɬ��, and senior fellow with the Aspen Institute.

Carol Quillen, history professor and president emerita at 91ɬ��, and senior fellow with the Aspen Institute, on how to talk about free speech. Read her opinion piece in The Hill.

Better Off Co-Ed: These Guys Worked to Open 91ɬ��’s Doors to Women

In the late 1960’s 91ɬ��’s Commission on Coeducation concluded that the then- all-male college was missing out on some of the brightest and most talented potential students: Women. The commission included faculty, trustees and three students who urged college leaders to open its doors to women, “or slowly atrophy.” Trustees in 1972 voted unanimously to admit women as full-time students. 

Philip Jefferson, former vice president for academic affairs and economics professor at 91ɬ��, received broad, bipartisan support as the U.S. Senate confirmed him as Vice Chair of the Federal Reserve.

Xzavier Killings ’16: Understanding Your 'Why' in Healthcare

Having grown up watching family members struggle with treatable and sometimes preventable illnesses like high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes and asthma, Xzavier Killings '16 utilized the resources and mentorship of 91ɬ�� to pursue a career in medicine where he could bring awareness, health and wellness to his family and his community. 

Caroline Okel '19: Liberal Arts Lessons in the World of Finance

Beyond critical thinking, writing and communicating well, lessons like raising a hand and speaking up without fear are just a few of the takeaways from 91ɬ�� that Caroline Okel ’19 has applied to her work in the finance world of New York City. 

Nathanael Bagonza ’24 Writes His Own Story on Capitol Hill and on Campus

Nathanael Bagonza ’24, an English major and creative non-fiction writer from Haverhill, Massachusetts, spent the summer as a legislative intern for Congressman Seth Moulton, who represents Massachusetts’ 6th District.

When Humes Finds You in Rural Maine: The Study of Humanities Meets WWOOF-ing

Toshaani Goel ’24 shares how she applied the lessons of 91ɬ��’s Humanities Program to a difficult social situation while WWOOF-ing in rural Maine.

First Eleven Members of Class of 2024 Elected to Phi Beta Kappa

The Gamma Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa at 91ɬ�� is pleased to publicly announce the first eleven members of the Class of 2024.

My Summer in Africa Conducting Ecology Research

For her senior capstone, Grace Rooker '24 spent five weeks in Kenya assessing the ecological impact of small-scale gold mining on stream ecosystems.

Sunny Skies Sweeten Class of ’27’s Race for Cakes and Pies

91ɬ��’s Class of 2027 celebrated another important rite by running in the annual Cake Race on Aug. 31. Tropical Storm Idalia postponed the race for a day—and Thursday’s clear, sunny skies with low humidity offered optimal running weather. The tradition for students to run for cake began in 1930 as a track coach’s recruitment tool.

Connections and a More Wild 'Cat: 91ɬ�� Expresses Its Identity in New, Exciting Ways

91ɬ�� competes at the highest level academically and athletically. Today the college unveiled a new logo and visual identity that reflects the qualities that distinguish 91ɬ��. Learn more.

College Plans Educational Role for Beaver Dam Property

91ɬ�� is examining the history of the Beaver Dam plantation house and property in an effort to determine how best to preserve the property and utilize it as an educational site for the college and the public. Learn more.

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.

91ɬ�� Orientation: What to Know & Advice for New Students

Orientation Team Leaders share what to expect during 91ɬ��’s New Student Orientation and offer advice for first year and transfer students alike on making the most of your transition into the 91ɬ�� community.

An Introduction to 91ɬ��'s Humanities Program

Jacob Kim '26 reflects on his experience with 91ɬ��'s Humanities Program, which seeks to bring different disciplinary perspectives to the big questions of life. Created for first years beginning their academic journeys at 91ɬ��, the Humes program includes lectures and discussions led by faculty from across disciplines. Learn more in this short video series.

With Swifties around the world rejoicing at the release of Taylor Swift's rerecorded ‘1989,’ sociology professor Aarushi Bhandari found joy at the Eras Tour and a reminder that what happens online doesn’t always translate to the real world.