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The new holistic advising proposal would focus on providing students with guidance during their entire time at Davidson.
Davidson explores revamped “holistic advising” model
May 5, 2026
International students pose with their flags representing their home countries. P
Graduation will look different this year
May 5, 2026
19th president Doug Hicks ’90 helps first-years move in.
The first four: President Doug Hicks ’90 on the early presidency
May 5, 2026
Professor of Economics Fred Smith is set to chair the PPE in wake of Dan Layman’s departure from Davidson.
Professor Layman’s departure to mark new chapter for PPE
April 29, 2026
Grade inflation is a complicated issue on campus. Professor and student perceptions vary on what causes it and how to fix it.
Professors and students discuss grade inflation at Davidson
April 29, 2026
19th president Doug Hicks ’90 helps first-years move in.
The first four: President Doug Hicks ’90 on the early presidency
May 5, 2026
Professor of Economics Fred Smith is set to chair the PPE in wake of Dan Layman’s departure from Davidson.
Professor Layman’s departure to mark new chapter for PPE
April 29, 2026
Grounds crew blocked the mound outside Duke Hall that MSBG uses as a jump after relandscaping the slope.
Reckless riding, verbal harassment prompts action against improper e-bike use in Davidson
March 25, 2026
Gifts include funding for the construction of a new plaza between Phi and Eu Halls.
$47M funding expands Davidson’s Institute for Public Good and campus facilities
February 26, 2026
Hugh Lee ’89 smiles for headshot.
Hugh Lee ‘89 to lead program on ethics, honor, and leadership
February 18, 2026
RLO attributes lack of late stay requests to a need for summer facilities management. Students continue to feel frustrated by lack of email responses.
Students frustrated by late stay request denials
April 29, 2026
The updated campus plan released in February 2025, with the new dining hall marked at site 1, a center for health and wellbeing at 2, a renovated Vail Commons at 3, and potential new residence spaces at 4.
College seeks student input for new dining hall
April 22, 2026
The off-campus ‘Depot’ apartments are one example of hosuing only seniors can apply for in the 26-27 housing lottery.
Residence Life Office restricts off-campus housing to seniors
April 15, 2026
Students said prices for some goods vary between Davis Cafe (pictured) and Commons Market.
Dining price markups raise concerns about transparency, consistency
April 15, 2026
Chidsey Hall houses over 250 students across North and South hall.
Chidsey Hall renovations to begin May 19
March 31, 2026
Davidson’s past presidents sit in front of memorabalia from their times at Davidson.
Living presidents speak on Davidson’s values
March 4, 2026
Hugh Lee ’89 smiles for headshot.
Hugh Lee ‘89 to lead program on ethics, honor, and leadership
February 18, 2026
Chambers Building is home to the majority of faculty offices at Davidson.
New $100,000 H-1B Visa fee, pause in hiring for international faculty at Davidson
October 15, 2025
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
October 9, 2025
A young Randy Ingram in his days as a Davidson student. Photo courtesy of Randy Ingram.
‘God, I’m gonna miss that guy,’ Professor Randy Ingram’s final chapter at Davidson
October 9, 2025
International students pose with their flags representing their home countries. P
Graduation will look different this year
May 5, 2026
Two risk managers observe Kappa Sigma brothers sitting on their porch, eating lunch.
Kappa Sigma interim suspension lifted, case remains open
April 4, 2026
Grounds crew blocked the mound outside Duke Hall that MSBG uses as a jump after relandscaping the slope.
Reckless riding, verbal harassment prompts action against improper e-bike use in Davidson
March 25, 2026
Davidson’s Kappa Sigma Fraternity house stands empty while investigations continue.
Kappa Sigma chapter under hazing investigation, suspended indefinitely
March 25, 2026
At the HurtHub, Students work collaboratively on their projects.
Annual Hackathon promotes innovation
February 25, 2026
Isaac Saul gives his 2024 TedTalk on communication across political divides.
Tangle News founder Isaac Saul wants you to change your mind
April 22, 2026
A screenshot captured from Robinson’s interview with “After the Call” as the politician discusses his additciton.
Davidson reacts to Mark Robinson lying about porn addiction
March 31, 2026
Jamie Justice smiles for Town Manager photo.
Town Manager Jamie Justice to retire in June
March 25, 2026
A sculpture outside the Davidson Public Library.
Film screening shines light on book bans
March 24, 2026
Kate Barr talks to audience members on her campaign trail.
Kate Barr visits campus amidst run in Republican primaries
March 3, 2026
Ridwan Karim Dini-Osman speaks to students in the Hance Auditorium about the importance of journalism in global health equity.
Ridwan Karim Dini-Osman lectures on role of journalism in global health equity
February 18, 2026
Kevin Kosar spoke to students in the Hance Auditorium on Monday about Congress’ failings and areas for hope.
Kevin Kosar lectures on ‘What’s Wrong with Congress?’
February 11, 2026
Caitlin Andrews-Lee spoke to students and community members in the Hance Auditorium Monday evening.
Caitlin Andrews-Lee lectures on Venezuela, authoritarianism
February 11, 2026
Doug Hicks '90 and Clint Smith '10 at the Reynolds lecture.
Clint Smith ‘10 returns to Davidson speaking on race and memory
October 29, 2025
Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) spoke about the need to set aside political disagreements in pursuit of the common good.
US Senators Klobuchar, Tillis visit Davidson
October 15, 2025
Town meets gown: DavidsonLearns educates and connects lifelong learners
Town meets gown: DavidsonLearns educates and connects lifelong learners
April 15, 2026
Sparrows Nest, seen on the left in 2026 and on the right in 1961, stands between Belk and Commons. Before the Civil War, it was used as housing for enslaved people.
New evidence confirms Sparrow’s Nest used to house enslaved people
March 26, 2026
Grounds crew blocked the mound outside Duke Hall that MSBG uses as a jump after relandscaping the slope.
Reckless riding, verbal harassment prompts action against improper e-bike use in Davidson
March 25, 2026
Town officials discuss their experiences with local politics in Davidson. (Left to right: Rusty Knox, Steve Justus ’78, Park Inglefield and Connie Wessner).
Young Peoples Alliance builds bridges between college and community
February 25, 2026
Clara Schad’s family protests ICE’s presence in Minnesota
Minnesotan students wrestle with ICE presence, civilian killings
February 4, 2026
Brenden Fitch ’29 cheers on Will McCullough ’29.
Midseason turnaround sets baseball up for post-season success
May 5, 2026
Womens lacrosse team poses together after historical victory.
Lacrosse wins first womens A-10 championship
May 5, 2026
Elise Boyse ’27 (center) places 10th in the indoor conference mile.
Humility, persistence and hard work: What makes Elise Boyse ’27
April 29, 2026
Tom Oddo ’85 has instructed racquetball since 1989.
37 years: Tom Oddo ’85 on a life of racquetball
April 29, 2026
Coach Matt McKillop speaks at the Davidson Athletics Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Jan. 10.
Coach Bob McKillop reflects on Hall of Fame career
April 22, 2026
Jemma Lowi ’29 plays the flute.
A musician to watch: Jemma Lowi’s stylistic agility
May 5, 2026
African Drumming Ensemble performes at Creative Works Celebration Showcase.
Creative Works Celebration Showcase displays student artwork
May 5, 2026
Orchid performs at the Punk Party.
Student punk concert benefits Carolina Migrant Network
April 29, 2026
Jane Martens ’28 performs “I Have Dreamed“ during the concert.
Choirs and Orchestra perform the classics of Rodgers and Hammerstein
April 22, 2026
Pino peforms in Tyler-Tallman Hall.
Celebrated flamenco artist David Pino visits campus
April 22, 2026
‘And very queerly, they managed it’
May 5, 2026
You are not a self-made individual
May 5, 2026
Davidson should lean into “diet raves”
April 29, 2026
A new soundtrack for student life
April 29, 2026
Kindly keep your ideology out of my education
April 22, 2026
Yowl-Libs
February 18, 2026
Minimum 23 Dead After MULTIPLE Devastating Hard-Launches
February 18, 2026
Vail Commons Valentine’s Lobster Luncheon
February 18, 2026
RLO Bravely Tackles Tables
February 18, 2026
The Hypocrisy of The Left
February 12, 2026

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