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Davidson will renovate Phi (above) and Eu Halls to house the Institute for Public Good.
Davidson College launches the Institute for Public Good
September 10, 2025
Some students say mobile CatCards are more convenient than physical cards.
CatCards out of style, student IDs go digital
September 10, 2025
The AI Innovation Initiative highlights two AI resources: Amplify (above) and Gemini.
Professors use new tool to guide, discourage AI use
September 10, 2025
Groups from across North Carolina gathered to protest UG Solutions' presence in Davidson.
Students and residents protest local private security firm operating in Gaza
September 3, 2025
A snapshot of video footage from Gaza released by UG Solutions.
Private security firm accused of excessive force in Gaza once linked to Hurt Hub
August 4, 2025
Wildcat Den is known for its fresh and healthy lunch options.
Dining Services reverses decision, Wildcat Den will remain open
July 23, 2025
Wildcat Den, located on the ground level of the Baker Sports Complex, was a popular lunch spot for athletes and students with dietary restrictions. The space will be repurposed for concessions and storage in fall 2025.
Wildcat Den closes to accommodate Chick-fil-A, takes SGA by surprise
July 17, 2025
Davidson to end partnership with Posse Scholars program
Davidson to end partnership with Posse Scholars program
May 9, 2025
President Doug Hicks ‘90 addressed the campus community this week via a webinar.
President Hicks ‘90 hosts webinar, addresses state of higher education
April 30, 2025
The Activities Tax Council (ATC) is overseen by the Student Activities office.
Student Government Association approves major cuts to student organizations
April 23, 2025
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
April 23, 2025
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
April 9, 2025
Wildcat Den is known for its fresh and healthy lunch options.
Dining Services reverses decision, Wildcat Den will remain open
July 23, 2025
Wildcat Den, located on the ground level of the Baker Sports Complex, was a popular lunch spot for athletes and students with dietary restrictions. The space will be repurposed for concessions and storage in fall 2025.
Students surprised by Wildcat Den closure, demand transparency
July 22, 2025
Wildcat Den, located on the ground level of the Baker Sports Complex, was a popular lunch spot for athletes and students with dietary restrictions. The space will be repurposed for concessions and storage in fall 2025.
Wildcat Den closes to accommodate Chick-fil-A, takes SGA by surprise
July 17, 2025
Armfield is now included in the Martin Court housing lottery, causing anxieties about the application process for some students
Changes to the Martin Court housing lottery prompt student concerns
March 27, 2025
PCC adapts in the face of new meal plan changes
PCC adapts in the face of new meal plan changes
February 26, 2025
Dr. MarQuita Barker will join the Davidson community in June of 2025.
MarQuita Barker hired as new vice president for student life, dean of students
March 27, 2025
Dr. Tova Benjamin and Dr. Yaakov Lipsker are Davidson’s first long-term Jewish Studies hires.
First long-term Jewish Studies professors discuss their academic year
March 27, 2025
Dr. Besir Ceka and Dr. Silvana Toska speak at the teach-in at the Carolina Inn.
Foreign policy reversal brings Ukraine back to the spotlight
February 26, 2025
Davidson welcomes newest chaplain, Warith Deen Madyun. Photo from the Davidson College Website.
Davidson welcomes Muslim chaplain for the first time in campus history
February 12, 2025
FIJI’s sustainable set-up promotes recycling and composting.
Sustainability organizations commemorate Earth Month
April 23, 2025
The Activities Tax Council (ATC) is overseen by the Student Activities office.
Student Government Association approves major cuts to student organizations
April 23, 2025
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
April 23, 2025
ICE Raids Become a Cause for Concern on College Campuses
April 16, 2025
First annual Diversity Week fosters fun and inclusivity
April 9, 2025
Groups from across North Carolina gathered to protest UG Solutions' presence in Davidson.
Students and residents protest local private security firm operating in Gaza
September 3, 2025
The Town of Davidson mobilized for May Day, a day of nationwide protests, last Thursday, May 1.
May Day protests come to Davidson, residents march for change
May 9, 2025
Credit: Yale Law School, Photographer: Harold Shapiro
Akhil Reed Amar lectures students on how to understand American history
April 30, 2025
Dr. Alexandra Oprea speaks on the good democratic citizen
April 16, 2025
North Carolina Republicans propose slate of controversial bills
April 9, 2025
Flyer for the 2025 Samuel D. Maloney Lecture
2025 Samuel D. Maloney Lecture: Duncan Ryūken Williams
February 19, 2025
Pete Souza presents his collection to the audience. Photos by Clyde Dwyer ‘25 and Kerem Atas ‘26.Pete Souza presents his collection to the audience. Photos by Clyde Dwyer ‘25 and Kerem Atas ‘26.
Behind the Lens: Pete Souza Shares Experiences with Davidson Community
November 20, 2024
Elena Kostyuchenko, author of I Love Russia: Reporting From a Lost Country, speaks at Davidson. Photo by Julia Tatarchenko.
“Love Has a Greater Power in the Universe, and it Even Can Conquer Death”
November 7, 2024
General Manager Frank Dominguez has been at WDAV since 1994.
WDAV and public radio stations around the country grapple with funding cuts: A Q+A with Frank Dominguez
July 27, 2025
Rick Rudisill and Scott Greenwalt often transport students to and from Rich Circle when they call Safe Rides.
Communication mishaps cause problems for Safe Rides drivers
April 9, 2025
The football team is off to a slow start and looking to improve.
Fall Season Previews: Football
September 11, 2025
Davidson volleyball works together to put up a strong showing.
Fall Season Previews: Volleyball
September 11, 2025
Fall Season Previews: Field Hockey
Fall Season Previews: Field Hockey
September 11, 2025
The men’s soccer team is looking forward to a strong year
Fall Season Previews: Men’s Soccer
September 11, 2025
The 'Cats go head-to-head with UNC Charlotte.
Fall Season Previews: Women’s Soccer
September 11, 2025
From left: Prof. Jon Wertheimer, Lindsey Cody ‘25, Prof. Jon Singleton, Prof. Karen Hales, Prof. Rick Gay, Mike Mitchum ‘25, Vince Scauzzo ‘24.
Appalachian Ensemble carries on musical tradition of the mountains
September 10, 2025
“Dissonance” Review: A hard-hitting, imperfect conversation
September 10, 2025
Corporate Sludge (Blue) by DENIAL is one of many works previously offered in the ArtMate Collection. Daniel Bombardier, also known as DENIAL, is a Canadian pop/mural artist whose artworks critique contemporary politics, capitalism, consumerism and the human condition.
ArtMate Brings High-End Pieces to Student Dorms
September 8, 2025
General Manager Frank Dominguez has been at WDAV since 1994.
WDAV and public radio stations around the country grapple with funding cuts: A Q+A with Frank Dominguez
July 27, 2025
The 502s strummed away on the Old Tennis Court Lawn for Davidson students. Photo by Henry Royster ‘27.
Shrolics takes Davidson students to the swamp
April 30, 2025
Sign held during a protest in the Town of Davidson earlier this summer.
When the battle of ideas turns physical
September 11, 2025
How Irresponsible StorytelIing Risked a Life in Gaza
September 10, 2025
The Hidden Conservative Bias of DFTD
September 10, 2025
The impacts and future of AADR
May 9, 2025
Collegiate athletics are changing—but for the better
May 9, 2025
Love Letter to RLO
September 10, 2025
Sloan to Introduce New Security Measure
September 10, 2025
Mysterious Man Spotted Doing Mysterious Activities
Mysterious Man Spotted Doing Mysterious Activities
September 10, 2025
Nummit Choose Your Own Adventure
September 10, 2025
iSpy a government sleeper agent: Super duper deep state
iSpy a government sleeper agent: Super duper deep state
April 30, 2025

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