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The Independent Student Newspaper of Davidson College since 1914

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The survey presentation was hosted by the Institute for Public Good which
is set to be housed in a renovated Phi Hall.

Surveys reveal declining trust in Honor Code, discomfort with free expression

David Anderson Montes Lara, Managing Editor November 5, 2025

New campus surveys were presented to students last week by the Institute for Public Good showcasing where Davidson students stand regarding free expression, political belonging and the Honor Code. The...

Davidson's rising cost of attendance reflects a national trend of increasing costs of higher education.

Tuition expected to rise for 2026-2027 school year

Stella Mackler, Managing Editor October 10, 2025

Davidson College tuition is expected to increase for the 2026-2027 academic year. In the past five years, tuition alone, excluding room, board and additional fees, increased by close to $13,000. The consistent...

Davidson’s Technology and Innovation Department updated its Access to Electronic Communications and Files Policy this fall.

Updated College technology policy in effect October 7

Eli Bassett, Writer October 9, 2025

Davidson’s Technology and Innovation Department (T&I) has updated its technology policies, with significant revisions to its Access to Electronic Communications and Files Policy. These updates, the...

Davidson to end partnership with Posse Scholars program

Davidson to end partnership with Posse Scholars program

Aidan Marks, Politics Editor May 9, 2025

Davidson College announced on Friday that it will end its partnership with The Posse Foundation, leading current Posse Scholars to reflect on their time with the program and causing some to speculate that...

President Doug Hicks ‘90 addressed the campus community this week via a webinar.

President Hicks ‘90 hosts webinar, addresses state of higher education

Aidan Marks, Politics Editor April 30, 2025

Davidson College President Doug Hicks ‘90 hosted a webinar for students, faculty and staff on Monday, April 28 to address community concerns about uncertainty surrounding freedom of expression, federal...

The Activities Tax Council (ATC) is overseen by the Student Activities office.

Student Government Association approves major cuts to student organizations

Aidan Marks, Politics Editor April 23, 2025

The Student Government Association (SGA) on Tuesday approved a $1.152 million Student Activities budget allocation request recommended by the Activities Tax Council (ATC). The budget, a 13% cut from fiscal...

BORGs have been banned by the administration, causing reflection on overall alcohol policies.

Anything but a BORG: New alcohol policy reflects broader change in administrative attitudes toward drinking on campus

Stella Mackler ‘26, Senior Editorial Advisor April 23, 2025

BORGs have been officially banned under the College alcohol policy, per a recent announcement from the Student Activities Office. BORGs, a common accessory during this upcoming weekend’s Spring Frolics,...

The potential increase in federal endowment tax could have significant implications on Davidson’s funding.

Potential increased federal endowment tax poses threat to Davidson resources

Claire Kelly, Co-Editor-In-Chief April 9, 2025

Free money, ATM, savings account—these are all terms commonly used by students when referring to Davidson College’s $1.4 billion-dollar endowment. But in reality, the endowment is far more nuanced...

Davidson’s rising tuition has caused students and the administration to reflect upon the College’s financial aid.

Davidson administration attempts to keep campus calm amidst rising tuition

Abby Landes ‘27 and Colin Decker ‘27 February 19, 2025

According to College Factual, the cost of tuition at Davidson College has grown, on average, at an annual rate of 2.39% over the past five years. On the Davidson College financial aid page, the school...

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