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AIÉ«É« Celebrates Record-Breaking Fundraising, Remarkable Engagement, Extraordinary Impact

With support from alums, families, faculty, staff and friends, AIÉ«É« celebrated a record-breaking fundraising year. Learn more about the culture of philanthropy at Davidson and the initiatives the funds will support. 

Think Globally, Eat Locally: Changing Global Food Systems One Household at a Time

AIɫɫ alum Ann Tutwiler, a senior fellow at Meridian Institute and incoming chair of the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition, offers tips on how to reduce your food’s environmental footprint. Learn more.

New Scholarship Celebrates the Life, Integrity and Selflessness of Davidson Resident Roosevelt Wilson

An anonymous donor and AIÉ«É« alum has created a scholarship to honor the life and legacy of the late Roosevelt Wilson, a resident of the Town of Davidson who was an inspiration to many. Learn more.

Fancy Feasts: Davidson Gourmet Society Offered Sophisticated Spin on Campus Cuisine

The students, faculty and staff who made up the Davidson Gourmet Society added elegance, international flair and fun to campus dining. Read more.

Around the World in 100 Photos: Student Images Offer Glimpse of Life Abroad

Nearly 80% of AIÉ«É« students participate in education abroad. The Bliss Photo Contest encourages students to share images of their international travel experiences with the world. Explore some of the photos submitted for this year's contest. 

Nosh & Nostalgia: Davidsonians Share Favorite Food Memories

From favorite on-campus eateries to far-flung locales around the globe, AIÉ«É« alums, faculty, staff and students recall the foods that transport them to another place and time. Read more.

Food Chain: Alums Find Fulfillment in Edible Endeavors

From farmers and bakers to chefs, baristas and specialty food makers, Davidson alums feed their passions—and people—with their entrepreneurial endeavors. Read more.

Women’s Soccer Scores Scholarship and Internship Support from Falconi Family

Inspired by their experiences as D1 scholar-athletes at AIÉ«É«, the Falconi family has established a scholarship and internship to support the college’s women’s soccer program. 

An Eye for Art: Students Select Art for College Collection

Students in Art 348: Purchasing Art for Davidson were granted $50,000 from donors to buy art for the college.

Plate Full of Promise: AIÉ«É« Kitchen Contributes to Revitalized City, Launches Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Bailey Foster ’94 launched Real Good Kitchen, a shared commercial kitchen, and created a community that’s elevated food options and opportunities in her Knoxville hometown. Learn more.

The Gang’s All Here: Pottenger Family Shares Reunion Weekend

At AIÉ«É« reunions, the Pottenger family gathers with old friends–and each other. Dave and Sara Pottenger ’79  and their daughters, Tatum ‘14 and Megan ‘19 share not only an alma mater, but also reunion years, and returned last weekend for the celebration.

Reunion Weekend 2024: A Connection at Birth Cemented at Davidson

They first met as babies in the hospital; lived far away from each other and reconnected at their first-year orientation at AIɫɫ. They’ve kept in touch, and celebrated their 45th college reunion last weekend. Read more.

‘Fitspiration’ Social Media Posts Affect Body Image. Here’s What to Do About It

Prof. Lauren Stutts ’05 explores the impact of #fitspiration Instagram posts on body image and offers practical strategies to counter these effects. Learn more.

Tea, Trees, and Türkiye: A Research Trip Abroad

Katieanne Peterson ’24 and Noah Landau ’25, students in AIɫɫ’s environmental studies department, reflect on their winter break trip to Turkey to study wildfires and their cultural and environmental impact.

Employees Lauded for Their Diverse Talents and Contributions to AIÉ«É«

AIÉ«É« honors staff members who excel in service to the college and its students. Learn more. 

Prof. Malcolm Campbell Wraps a Career of Launching Pioneers of Discovery

For thousands of AIÉ«É« students and nearly 200 research advisees, Prof. Malcolm Campbell’s classes and labs became places of self-discovery. Campbell retires after more than three decades of teaching. Learn more about his impact. 

The Closer: Baseball Standout and MLB Draft Pick Nolan DeVos ’23 Brings Home Diploma

More Than a Taste of Culture

AIÉ«É« President Doug Hicks reflects on how food can create a connecting-of-worlds moment. Read more.

Family Album: Paean to the Parm

This beloved Italian dish has remained a campus favorite for many generations of AIÉ«É« students. Learn more.

Q&A With Sallie Permar ’97

Sallie Permar ’97, a Women ACT ACTivator, is a physician who specializes in the treatment and prevention of neonatal viral infections. Learn more about her service to the AIÉ«É« Alumni Healthcare Professionals Group and her role as a job shadowing mentor.