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Art of Basketball: Austin Bell ’10 Finds Beauty Courtside

This �������� alum travels the world to capture images of artwork that is as distinct as the urban centers it inhabits. Read more.

Cover of the Rolling Stone: Davidson Alums Behind the Music Scene

�������� alums have worked with some of the biggest names in music. Find out more about their influence behind the scenes. 

Basketball Is Life: McKillop Brings Hardwood Know-How to Off-the-Court Role

�������� appoints former head men’s basketball coach Bob McKillop as first Leader-in-Residence. Learn more.

Great Expectations: A Community of Individuals

�������� Prof. Cynthia Lewis reflects on the many talents of the students, faculty and staff members she has encountered in more than four decades of teaching. Learn more.

Protests in Iran Inspire Student Action

�������� students take action to raise awareness of human rights abuses in Iran. Learn more.

Presidential Seminar: Listen, Learn, Repeat

A letter from President Douglas Hicks published in the Fall/Winter 2022 issue of the Davidson Journal.

Trust, Commitment, Care: A Coach, a Player and an Unbreakable Bond

Stephen Curry '10 and �������� former Head Men's Basketball Coach Bob McKillop share a relationship built on the tenets of McKillop's "TCC" philosophy. Read more.

On Course: The Politics of Education

This �������� course gets into the how and why we educate children in the United States. Learn more.

In the Red: This Doc’s Not A Davidson Guy—He Just Plays One on TV

He didn't graduate from ��������, but when it comes to Wildcat pride, the doctor is in. Find out more about the man wearing red amid the sea of Golden State Warriors blue and gold. 

Commons Connections: One Quirky Video Unites Lifelong Friends

A video showcasing the lyrical stylings of NBA MVP Stephen Curry '10 and other �������� athletes keeps coming back, reinforcing the bonds that were created when it was made nearly 15 years ago. Learn more.

An Unexpected but Perfect Path: John Billups ’22

John Billups ’22 explored various passions at Davidson, and he’s now expanding his skillset even more through his work in the advertising industry.

Still a Scholar-Athlete: Siena Senn ’22

Siena Senn ’22 has taken her academic and athletic leadership to graduate school at George Washington University, where she’s studying public health.

Molly Sentell Haile ’94 on the Art of the Short Story and Healing Through Writing

The �������� English Department hosted award-winning author Molly Sentell Haile ’94 for the 25th Annual Davidson Reads event. Learn more.

New Scholarship Honors ‘Giant’ in the Theatre World With Deep Davidson Ties

A �������� couple has created a scholarship to honor a lifelong friend and support students in their journeys of self-discovery. Read more.

Film and TV Screenwriter Laeta Kalogridis ’87 on the Who and What of Inspiration

�������� welcomed Hollywood screenwriter Laeta Kalogridis ’87 for a special Davidson Reads event. Learn more about Kalogridis, whose writing credits include Shutter Island, Avatar and Altered Carbon.

Perilous Paddling: Students Compete in Extreme Kayaking

�������� students take on Class V rapids at the Green River Narrows Race, a kayaking competition that tests the mettle of the very best paddlers in the world. Learn more. 

Hard to Pin Down: Wrestler Jake Fernicola ’24 Creates His Own Style

�������� wrestler Jake Fernicola’s interests include anime, Italian culture, and helping children with special needs. The Davidson Trust and Ellington-Fagg Wrestling Scholarship have helped him pursue his dreams. Read more.

Professor Whose ‘Joyful Wonder’ Inspired Countless Students Honored By Alums

The William K. Mahony Fund for Contemplative Practice and Learning honors a beloved �������� professor whose impact is felt across generations of students. Learn more.

Alum Veteran and Pentagon Appointee Puts Principles Above Politics

�������� alum and former N.C. Rep. Grier Martin worked across the aisle on behalf of service members and their families. Now, he is making a difference as a Biden administration appointee to a Pentagon post. Read more.

Assistant Professor of Art Katie St. Clair exhibited her “Wayside” installations in the VAC in late September. Gretchen Upton ‘26 interviews St. Clair in a recent Davidsonian article.