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Film and TV Screenwriter Laeta Kalogridis ’87 on the Who and What of Inspiration

ˮ���� College welcomed Hollywood screenwriter Laeta Kalogridis ’87 for a special ˮ���� Reads event. Learn more about Kalogridis, whose writing credits include Shutter Island, Avatar and Altered Carbon.

Perilous Paddling: Students Compete in Extreme Kayaking

ˮ���� College students take on Class V rapids at the Green River Narrows Race, a kayaking competition that tests the mettle of the very best paddlers in the world. Learn more. 

Hard to Pin Down: Wrestler Jake Fernicola ’24 Creates His Own Style

ˮ���� College wrestler Jake Fernicola’s interests include anime, Italian culture, and helping children with special needs. The ˮ���� Trust and Ellington-Fagg Wrestling Scholarship have helped him pursue his dreams. Read more.

Professor Whose ‘Joyful Wonder’ Inspired Countless Students Honored By Alums

The William K. Mahony Fund for Contemplative Practice and Learning honors a beloved ˮ���� College professor whose impact is felt across generations of students. Learn more.

Alum Veteran and Pentagon Appointee Puts Principles Above Politics

ˮ���� College alum and former N.C. Rep. Grier Martin worked across the aisle on behalf of service members and their families. Now, he is making a difference as a Biden administration appointee to a Pentagon post. Read more.

Assistant Professor of Art Katie St. Clair exhibited her “Wayside” installations in the VAC in late September. Gretchen Upton ‘26 interviews St. Clair in a recent ˮ����ian article.

Charlotte Magazine's profile of President Douglas A. Hicks, capturing his first weeks on campus.

Shelley Rigger Named College’s Chief Academic Officer

ˮ���� College names Shelley Rigger VPAA and dean of faculty, announces chief diversity officer position. Read more.

Trying to Pole Vault and Land on a Dime: Federal Reserve Faces a Generational Challenge as It Fights Inflation

ˮ���� College economist weighs in on the latest anticipated move to control inflation by the Federal Reserve–another interest rate hike. Find out more.

New Innovator-in-Residence Brings Wide-Ranging Expertise to Role

ˮ���� College’s Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation and Entrepreneurship welcomes Innovator-in-Residence Donna Peters ’89. In the role, Peters will share her extensive experience with students. 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. ˮ���� College 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.

Returning Home to Lead and Serve: Daniel Heath Takes Helm of New ˮ���� Forum

Charlotte native Daniel Heath to lead ˮ���� Forum, a new platform to explore Reformed faith’s role in liberal arts, religious inclusion, social ethics and justice.

Find Out How to Unlock Financial Aid Through the FAFSA

Every year, students and their families miss out on free money for college. By filling out the FAFSA, families can increase their chances of getting financial aid in the form of grants, loans, scholarships and work study positions. Learn more.

Building a Better Learning ˮ����: FIRST and MILE

Two students share their experiences with FIRST (Fostering Inclusivity and Respect in Science Together) and MILE (More Inclusive Learning Environments), ˮ���� organizations that aspire to remove barriers, to be more welcoming, and to help make science and scientists more diverse.

Couple Honors Son With Commitment to ‘Athletics Done Right’ Project

ˮ���� College alum Greg Johnson and wife, Elise, help take the college’s transformational athletics facility project to the next level with their commitment. Learn more.

‘Something’s Not Right Here’: How the Music of ‘Halloween’ Rattles Listeners

The latest in the Halloween movie franchise, Halloween Kills, opens today in theatres. A ˮ���� College music professor talks about the role of John Carpenter’s unsettling score in this latest installment.

New Racial Equity Endowment Honors Alum’s Life, Service

ˮ���� College alums create a fitting tribute to a dear friend who spent a lifetime fighting injustice. Learn more.

Alum Behind ˮ����’s Labyrinth Gets Fitting Tribute

Alum displaced by Hurricane Katrina leaves lasting mark on campus with Hobart Park labyrinth, a place for meditation, contemplation and prayer. Years later, it bears her name. Learn more.

Art and Science Comingle to Create Healing Exhibit Now on Display

ˮ���� College Biology Professor Dave Wessner and students incorporate art in a course to study the biology of COVID-19 and produce a powerful exhibit now on display. Learn more.

Citizen of the World: New Dean Rusk Director Brings Diverse Experience to Post

Retired Foreign Service Officer and former business executive Dan Crocker, ˮ���� College’s new director of the Dean Rusk International Studies Program, encourages students to spend time abroad. He says it’s an invaluable experience for whatever career path they choose. Learn more.