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46 Peaks acts as a way for students to experience the Adirondack Mountains near Hamilton College with other students.
Hamilton Outing Club reaches all 46 peaks of Adirondack Mountains, first time since 2015
October 10, 2025
Debbie Owens follows Interim Title IX Coordinator Rachel Koegel and fills the position left by Catherine Berryman. Photo Courtesy of Hamilton College
Hamilton College welcomes Debbie Owens as the new Title IX Coordinator
October 10, 2025
The Days-Massolo Multicultural Center acts as a space for students to connect with others and hold events related to their cultural, sexual or gender identity. Photo Courtesy of Hamilton College
Hamilton Unity Groups announced as new DEI initiative amidst federal regulations
October 10, 2025
New York State Governor Kathy Kochul poses alongside “Frankie Focus,” a mascot she made to support her bell-to-bell cellphone ban in K-12 schools. Photo Courtesy of ABC7NY
Levitt Center holds Community Conversation on cellphone bans in K-12 schools
October 3, 2025
Lin-Manuel Miranda welcomed to campus as highly-awaited Sacerdote Great Names Speaker
Lin-Manuel Miranda welcomed to campus as highly-awaited Sacerdote Great Names Speaker
October 3, 2025
Law enforcement officials, like the National Guard, patrol the streets of D.C. in August. Photo Courtesy of Tyrone Turner/WAMU for NPR
National Guard presence alarms U.S. cities
October 10, 2025
The KTSA building symbolizes Hamilton's interdisciplinary nature and open curriculum Photo Courtesy of Hamilton College
Open-curriculum allows exploration beyond your major
October 10, 2025
AI: A force for good or evil? Modeling debate in preparation for Common Ground dialogue
October 3, 2025
Charlie Kirk’s death highlights the political violence disguised as freedom of speech
Charlie Kirk’s death highlights the political violence disguised as freedom of speech
September 26, 2025
Hamilton’s free laundry policy invites both student gratitude and speculation
Hamilton’s free laundry policy invites both student gratitude and speculation
September 26, 2025
Reflections and optimism: MLB season recap and post-season speculation
October 10, 2025
Conner Laverty comes off the bench and rushes for a 39-yard touchdown.
Defenseless Continentals humiliated by Wesleyan University in 56-14 road thrashing
October 10, 2025
Tom Brady after 23 seasons on the field transitions to broadcasting for FOX Sports and minority ownership in the Las Vegas Raiders.
Former Quarterback Tom Brady’s dual roles calls into question the NFL’s integrity
October 3, 2025
Kearns ’28 exploded for 138 yards and two touchdowns against Bowdoin. Photo Courtesy of Colin Ellis ’29
Aerial attack and oppressive pass-rush carry Hamilton to victory 27-13 against Bowdoin
October 3, 2025
Pedal power: Cycling Club welcomes all riders
Pedal power: Cycling Club welcomes all riders
September 26, 2025
José Vasquez ’13 provided Hamilton community members with key insights on memory and policy, shaped by a background in the nonprofit and justice spaces. Photo Courtesy of ACLU of Alabama
Hamilton alumnus holds “Who Gets Remembered” talk through Levitt Center
October 10, 2025
President Tepper attended celebration with club leaders Mahapatra and Srinivas.
Members of SASA come together to share celebrations for Hindu festival, Durga Puja
October 10, 2025
Bella Regina’s award-winning chicken riggies was served in a rich, creamy sauce.
Chicken riggies: a flavorful visit to restaurant Bella Regina to taste Utica’s signature dish
October 10, 2025
Positive psychologist Laurie Santos teaches the most popular course in Yale’s history. Photo Courtesy of Wikipedia
Acclaimed psychologist shares practical strategies for living a happier life
October 3, 2025
Shane Cooper, JD is the Senior Associate for Admissions, Financial Aid and Student Services. Photo Courtesy of Cornell Law School
Shane Cooper shares insight on Cornell Law School with Hamilton’s Pre-Law Club
October 3, 2025
Recent films have overused unnecessary post-credits scenes, undermining films’ narrative clarity. Photo Courtesy of Movieweb
Post-credits scenes undermine continuity
October 10, 2025
Seeds is a thrilling and ambitious film unfortunately weakened by a nonsensical, violent plotline. Photo Courtesy of Jason Gorber
Seeds: Kaniehtiio Horn’s debut film fails to deliver
October 10, 2025
The collage titled ALPHA by Richmond-Edwards highlights the poignant storytelling of her work. Photo courtesy of Jamea Richmond-Edwards
Jamea Richmond-Edwards: Another World and Yet the Same
October 10, 2025
The cover for Larsson's new work, Midnight Sun, released on Sept. 26, 2025, showcases the upbeat and carefree sound of her fifth album. Photo Courtesy of Sommer House
New music releases shine from a variety of artists
October 3, 2025
My Sweet Land: A calamitous coming-of-age in wartime
My Sweet Land: A calamitous coming-of-age in wartime
September 26, 2025
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