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22 September 2026HWS Climbs 13 Spots in U.S. News Rankings
New ranking places HWS at No. 60 among national liberal arts colleges, reflecting a period of significant momentum across the institution.
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7 September 2026Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan to Deliver 2026 Anderton Symposium
The Chair and CEO of Bank of America will share insights on leadership, the economy and the future of global business during Hobart and William Smith's annual Anderton Economic Policy Symposium.
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15 September 2026Maureen Dowd, Karl Rove and Bill Whitaker to Headline 2026 Stern Family Forum
New York Times columnist Maureen Dowd and Republican political strategist Karl Rove will discuss American politics, media and civil discourse in a conversation moderated by 60 Minutes Correspondent and Trustee Bill Whitaker ’73, L.H.D. ’97.
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29 September 2026Pamela Young Named Executive Director of The Melly Institute
Young will lead the Institute as it expands experiential learning and career-readiness opportunities.
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29 September 2026Williams Hall Renovation Begins, Creating New Home for Melly Institute
Transformation of first floor will create a flexible hub where students connect a liberal arts education with business, innovation and leadership.
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28 September 2026Seeing What Shapes Us
After a national seminar on interfaith understanding, Associate Professor Shalahudin Kafrawi is finding new ways to help students recognize religion’s influence on their lives and the world around them.
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28 September 2026Emily Cain ’27 Launches Her Career at Bank of America
An internship with Bank of America gave Cain a firsthand look at life in New York City and her future career.
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25 September 2026HWS Theatre Opens Season with New Translation of Ubu the King
Grotesque farce explores tyranny, greed and the effects of unchecked power.
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25 September 2026Between Worlds: Jianan Chen Graybill ’86 Shares Her Journey from China to Medicine
In a newly published memoir, the HWS alumna recounts her childhood during China’s Cultural Revolution, her journey to America at 15 and the path that led her to a career in medicine. Graybill will discuss her book and experiences during an upcoming HWS virtual program.
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25 September 2026Penn’s Research Advances the Future of Precision Optics
New Optica cover article highlights Penn’s research as HWS receives renewed National Science Foundation support for advances in optical coatings.
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Collectors who helped furnish Legacy Hall share passion for bringing history alive
The Pirates hosted Stephen Wong '89 and Denny Heindl to share their passion for baseball, its history and their extensive collection with fans at Legacy Hall.
UWTSD Outdoor Adventure students inspire and support visiting international cohort
Students on the BA (Hons) Outdoor Adventure Education programme at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) used their skills beyond the classroom to support visiting students from Hobart and William Smith Colleges (HWS) as they settled into life on campus and in Wales during the recent annual Summer Programme.
With Bill Pulte, Trump Is Sending a Dangerous Message
John Sipher '83 writes a guest essay in the New York Times Opinion where he says the law establishing the Director of National Intelligence is explicit and unambiguous. Candidates must have extensive national security expertise, and that requirement exists for good reason. Anything to the contrary sends a dangerous message.
Tyler Terens ’16 will voice play-by-play for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Tyler Terens ’16 will voice play-by-play for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Niskayuna grad, Fulbright Scholar Rebecca Barr heads to Indonesia
Rebecca Barr Fulbright Scholar, Niskayuna and HWS grad heads to Indonesia
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The Science Beneath the Science Building
By the time the Fish Center for the Sciences opens, ancient sediment hidden beneath it may already be helping students investigate one of the Finger Lakes' oldest mysteries.
A Legacy on Two Wheels
After seeing a need for sustainable transportation at HWS, Tarang Malhotra ’26 built a bike-sharing program designed to keep rolling long after he graduated.
Rooted in Conservation
Peace Corps service in Paraguay deepens Julia Cianflone ’24’s commitment to environmental preservation.
Opposites Attract
Curated by Elva Ye ’13, a new Brooklyn exhibition celebrates the contrasting artistic practices — and shared creative spirit — of professors Ted Aub and Phillia Yi.
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Morrissey ’27 Builds Real Estate Experience in New York
Through an internship with Cushman & Wakefield, Bauer Morrissey ’27 experiences the commercial side of New York City real estate
From Campus Service to Federal Service
First-generation graduate John Hillenbrand '17 builds a career dedicated to public safety.
From Debate to Data: Rahman ’26 Launches Career at Bloomberg
Economics, debate and experiential learning prepared Lamia Nur Rahman ’26 for a role in Bloomberg's competitive Analytics & Sales program.
Biology Graduate Begins Peace Corps Service
Caroline Gannon '26 will teach English and support teachers as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Sri Lanka.
