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27 October 2026Gaines ’83 Recognized for Leadership at RiverSpring Living
Former HWS Trustee honored for his service to the New York City organization dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults.
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27 October 2026A Summer Among the Puffins
Through Project Puffin, HWS students study seabirds, contribute to important research and experience the challenges and rewards of life in the field.
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27 October 2026Honoring Family, Building Community
A renovated residential community on Pulteney Street now carries the name of the Piltch family, whose connection to Hobart and William Smith spans generations.
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23 October 2026Schonning ’16 Wins $20,000 International Poetry Prize
Daniel Schonning ’16 is the winner of the 2026 Montreal International Poetry Prize, a global competition celebrating contemporary poetry.
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22 October 2026A Summer in the Field
Connor Visingard '27 explored fisheries, wildlife and environmental stewardship through a hands-on internship with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
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21 October 202650 Years Further: Profiles of the Class of 1977
Frank Kohn ’77: Conservationist, Wildlife Researcher, Photographer and Holocaust Awareness Educator
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20 October 2026Connecting Psychology and Practice
With Professor of Psychological Science Jamie Bodenlos, students explored emerging treatments, cultural influences and community resources at the NAMI Syracuse annual education conference
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20 October 2026Squash Team Puts Service into Action at ReUse Systems
During HWS’ annual Fall Day of Service, student-athletes helped a Geneva nonprofit reorganize its warehouse, supporting its mission of reuse and sustainability alongside alumnus Aaron Vicioso ’26.
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Midterm Results Surprise NY College Students from Both Parties
Students in “Voting and Elections,” co-taught by President Mark D. Gearan and Professor of Politics DeWayne Lucas, share their reflections on Tuesday’s election results with WHAM13.
Incumbents hold Massive Fundraising Leads in New York's 24th and 25th Congressional Races
Professor of Politics DeWayne Lucas joins WHAM13 to discuss campaign financing in New York’s 24th and 25th Congressional District races.
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.
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Rediscovering the Criticism of Tyrone Williams
Claire Tranchino ’18 draws on her experience in poetry and archival scholarship to help bring a prolific writer's reviews to new audiences.
Tillman ’95 Publishes Literary Mystery Novel
This November, author Aaron Tillman ’95 will release his newest book Lucy Miles’ Photogenic Mind, published by Regal House Publishing. The novel is a witty literary mystery with elements of magical realism.
Gaines ’83 Recognized for Leadership at RiverSpring Living
Former HWS Trustee honored for his service to the New York City organization dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults.
Levine ’59 Donates Forensic History Collection to HWS
A remarkable collection of materials gathered during a career in forensic odontology finds a new home at HWS.
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Brown ’28 Publishes Fiction and Poetry in Literary Journals
Supported by a close-knit community of writers, Hazel Brown ’28 has published in two literary journals – with more pieces slated for publication.
HWS Day of Donors: Meet Juliza Ariza ’27
HWS Day of Donors, a 24-hour giving challenge, kicks off Oct. 6. In this series of stories, meet six students whose pivotal HWS experiences were made possible through support from the Annual Fund. Here, Julia Ariza ’27 reflects on her scholarship and global healthcare internships.
New Pathways to Nursing at University of Rochester
Emily 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.
