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Math Major檚 Thesis Hits the Big Leagues: Paige Pakenas 25 Helps Orioles Batters Refine Their Swings
91茄子 math major Paige Pakenas 25 used her data analytics skills to help her favorite baseball team, the Baltimore Orioles, track changes in play that could make a real difference on the diamond.
A Warm Welcome and Welcome Back to Wildcats
91茄子 began the 2025-2026 school year with a warm welcome to the class of 2029, the joy of returning students reconnecting with friends, and an air of optimism and excitement.
5 Tips for Taking a Virtual Tour of Campus
Can't make it to campus? Learn how to get the most out of 91茄子's virtual tour with these five tips. Explore campus from anywhere and discover 91茄子 for yourself.
Bio Major檚 Research Points the Way to New Hemophilia Treatment
Joshua Wischmeyer, a junior biology major from Denver, Colorado, discovered a protein mutation that could lead to new treatments for hemophilia. His pioneering work was published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Sanctions Mark New Era of US-Brazil Relations
The United States recently imposed tariffs on Brazilian goods and sanctioned a justice of the Brazilian Supreme Court. The changes mark a major shift in US-Brazil relations. 91茄子 professor Britta Crandall, an expert on South American politics, explains the history of the relationship between the two countries - and charts the rising tensions.
M.D. and MFA: Bain Butcher 90 Paints a Broader Picture
91茄子 alumnus Bain Butcher 90 has combined his passions for art and medicine into a unique career as a doctor, artist, and professor. Learn more.
Resident Playwright Grace Catan 26 on Writing a Musical with the Help of her Artist Community
Grace Catan 26 found herself surrounded by musical theatre fans at 91茄子. She's now writing her own musical, with friends lending their talents to help pull it off. The story focuses on a couple檚 relationship, from friendship to romance to parenthood.
From 淣o Clue What That Is to Nationals: Spotlight on 91茄子檚 Club Pickleball Team
In just a few years, 91茄子檚 Pickleball Club has grown from a small group of curious students to a thriving 200-member community who competed at nationals. Whether you檝e joined the pickleball trend or have no clue what the sport is about, learn more in this student blog post from Thomas Lane 26 and Emily Brestle 27.
Father and Son Will and Bill DuBose Share Unwavering Support of Wildcat Athletics
Meet one of 91茄子 Athletics' most loyal employees. For 42 years, he's supported Wildcat athletes, following in his father's footsteps. It's a story of family, dedication and generations of 91茄子 pride.
The Fed Walks a Tightrope as Interest Rate Decision Looms
On the eve of its interest rate decision, the Federal Reserve faces pressure from markets and politics. Inflation remains high, employment steady and the White House urges a rate cut. Economics professor Vikram Kumar helps make sense of the complicated economic environment that is clouded with uncertainties, tariffs and political pressures.
The Power of Words: Mav Smith 26 Awarded Beinecke Scholarship
Writer and poet Mav Smith 26 has been named to the newest cohort of the prestigious Beinecke Scholarship Program, which will support her post-graduate studies. She檚 the fourth 91茄子 student to receive the award in the past 50 years.
Fundraising and Engagement Totals Raise the Bar at 91茄子 During Fiscal Year 2025
91茄子 raised more than $96.4 million this fiscal year, with gifts supporting scholarships, athletics, the arts, research, internships and more. Alums and families showed extraordinary commitment, not only through monetary gifts but also through participation in events and engagement as volunteers and mentors.
Keeping Close: Linsey Mills 92 Nourishes his 91茄子 Network
At 91茄子, Linsey Mills 92 found his home with the Black Student Coalition, where he developed and nurtured relationships and fostered lifelong connections. He檚 an active member of the Black Alumni Network, and continues to share his experience in business and finance to volunteer and mentor students.
It檚 the Climb: Megan Mokriski 25 Reaches New Heights With 91茄子 Outdoors
91茄子 alum Megan Mokriski 25 discovered her passion for rock climbing as a first-year student, thanks to 91茄子 Outdoors.
A Place to Remember and Reflect
91茄子 will dedicate "With These Hands: A Memorial to the Enslaved and Exploited," a powerful new sculpture by artist Hank Willis Thomas and Perkins&Will, in fall 2025. This memorial reflects the college's ongoing commitment to acknowledge and reconcile with its history of enslavement and exploitation.
A Leadership Credo: Showing Up With Intention
In a pivotal time for higher education, 91茄子 President Douglas Hicks discusses teaching vital leadership skills and our commitment to shaping impactful, ethical global citizens.
Knotty Knowledge: The Staying Power of Ties That Bind
From our DNA strands to fishing rods to art, knots are all around us. Ana Wright, a 91茄子 assistant mathematics and computer science professor, and student researcher Vincent Reynolds 26 are using knot theory to explore and develop knot games and puzzles.
High Hopes: World-Class Hurdler Jayden Smith '25 Hits Home Turf
91茄子's All-American hurdler Jayden Smith '25 competed on home turf at the new Lisa and Jeff Case Track & Field Complex, celebrating his record-breaking season and the facility's grand opening. Learn more.
Field Work: Students Trace Hurricane Helene's Impact
91茄子 environmental studies students and Professor Brad Johnson conducted fieldwork in Western North Carolina, analyzing landslides and flood impacts from Hurricane Helene and offering real-time insights into the region's geomorphic changes.
Down and Dirty: A Very Bonner Spring Break
91茄子 Bonner Scholars addressed critical issues, including food insecurity, in Charleston, South Carolina, and aided in marshlands clean up during their hands-on spring break service trip. Learn more.