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13 January 2026HWS and Geneva Unite to Honor MLK
In collaboration with the Geneva Martin Luther King Committee, Hobart and William Smith will host Geneva's service and reception to commemorate the work of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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12 January 2026Wilkins '28, Cano '28 Selected for Prestigious Nomura Early Careers Summit Series
Economics majors earn coveted spots in Nomura’s national program, gaining mentorship, technical training and early exposure to global finance.
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8 January 2026Two Minutes in the Lake
A pre-dawn cold-water plunge has become a defining tradition for a team that believes the hardest part of the day should come first.
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15 January 2026Upside Down & Backwards
A retrospective celebrating the work of A. E. Ted Aub.
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15 January 2026Celebrating Bilingualism in Geneva
HWS students strengthen language access and community connection.
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15 January 2026Finding His Rhythm in Geneva
Through weekly piano lessons, Ben Sheppard ’29 shares his love for music with local children at the Salvation Army.
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13 January 2026Doug Varone and Dancers to Hold Three-Week Residency at HWS
Internationally acclaimed company brings performances, master classes and community outreach to Geneva and Rochester, Jan. 12–31.
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8 January 2026Where Power and Survival Collide: 'Dissection Day'
A tense and haunting short film by Rachel Thomas-Medwid ’91, P’23 transforms a college biology lab into a chilling exploration of power, trauma and survival.
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8 January 2026HWS Students Explore STEM Careers Across Boston
Students visit Boston-area organizations, connect with alumni and explore careers in science, technology and healthcare.
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7 January 2026Dahouda Co-Publishes on the Return of the African Diaspora
Essay in Le Patriote highlights the diaspora’s role in advancing sustainable development in Africa.
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Ratliff '88 Releases New Book
Hiram Ratliff '88 has released a book titled The Black and Beautiful Side of Us, exploring his upbringing in Harlem through poetry. The book and his life are highlighted in an article from New York Weekly.
Wright '97 Named Montclair Foundation Executive Director
Kay Sarlin Wright '97 has been named the executive director of the Montclair Foundation, as announced in an article by Montclair Local.
Lucore '20 Highlighted in The East Hampton Star
Christopher Lucore '20 discusses opening an exhibit at his gallery in Montauk, N.Y. and his path toward an art career.
Petry '26 Featured in Catholic Courier
Christian Petry '26 was recently featured in an article by the Catholic Courier on Geneva's Community Lunch Program receiving new kitchen appliances through a grant from the Wyckoff Family Foundation.
Hayflinger-Rogers '29 in the Finger Lakes Times
Tristan Hayflinger-Rogers '29 was featured in the Finger Lakes Times' series The Bigger Picture on HWS' First Generation Initiative.
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Guiding Future Paths
Continued philanthropy from former Trustee John A. Ross ’66 expands access to meaningful internships and enhances the HWS career experience.
Rethinking the Cell
Undergraduate research reveals how real cells function.
Mind Over Muscle
Dr. Jaimie Rubin ’13 currently works with some of the biggest names in basketball to make mental health a priority.
The Hidden Forces Behind Lake-Effect Snow
HWS alumni reveal hidden atmospheric forces driving the blizzards that define winters across the Great Lakes.
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From Seneca Lake to the North Atlantic
Fiona Howes ’27 charts a future in oceanography.
Connolly ’27 Named Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholar
Recognized for her leadership in inclusive education, Jacqueline Connolly ’27 has earned the prestigious Voyager Scholarship, one of the nation’s most selective awards for emerging public service leaders.
Career Trajectory: Griffin Primeau '23 Completing a Master of Science in Urban Planning and Policy at Northeastern University
HWS provides technical and critical thinking skills necessary for post-graduate endeavors.
Alumni Connections Open Doors in Healthcare Communications
Nicholas Jones ’26 and Nikolina Stanic ’26 explore the healthcare industry through internships at SAKS Health.
