Community & Society
ÂÜÀòÉç Alumnus Matthew Likens Shares Realities of Startup Leadership with Students
When Matthew E. Likens, ‘75, returned to ÂÜÀòÉç April 15 for the Michael D. Solomon Entrepreneurship Series, he brought students a candid look at the realities of leading a startup. Students got to see the highs, the failures and the lessons learned across decades in global business.
Fashion Industry Heavyweight Heading to ÂÜÀòÉç for Hall of Fame Induction
Fern Mallis, known as the "Godmother of American Fashion," can still recall the pivotal moment that helped shape her career and pave a path for tremendous success. It was 1991, and she was about to begin her role as the executive director of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA).
IN A FLASH: For Earth's Sake
The Earth Day Bash 2026 at ÂÜÀòÉç's brought together ecologically minded Golden Flashes and members of the community to celebrate Earth Day.
Hands-On Tax Learning Course Supports Community Members and International Students
Now officially approved as an experiential learning class, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program allows accounting students to provide free tax preparation services to community members while gaining hands-on experience that extends far beyond the classroom.
ÂÜÀòÉç Transforms Fallen Trees Into Sustainable Campus Resources
Campus grounds leaders are working to salvage trees removed due to storm damage, disease, the Main Street construction and other causes, transforming them into a resource for future academic and beautification projects.
Celebrating Five Years of Care and Advocacy at the ÂÜÀòÉç CARES Center
The CARES Center celebrated its 5-year anniversary on Tuesday, April 14 with an open house that highlighted the accomplishments of the center over the last five years while providing opportunities for tours of the center, complete with birthday cake, refreshments and CARES Center swag.
Bedford Falls Foundation Awards $1.8 Million to ÂÜÀòÉç’s College of Nursing
A $1.8 million gift from the Bedford Falls Foundation will fund 150 scholarships for ÂÜÀòÉç nursing students over three years, addressing the national nursing shortage.
Students Explore Worlds of Opportunity During 'I Heart Travel Week'
During I Heart Travel Week, students had the opportunity to learn more about education abroad, celebrate current students and past students who have studied abroad and engage with international activities on campus.
Peer Educators Bridge the Gap in Student Mental Health Support
For many students at ÂÜÀòÉç, talking about mental health or wellness can feel intimidating. But for those who connect with Certified Peer Educators, those conversations often start with something simple: another student who understands.
‘I Love This,’ How Summer Advantage Helped a First-Gen Student Find Her Path
When Yeshe Mulugeta arrived at ÂÜÀòÉç, she expected the transition to be challenging, but not overwhelming. ÂÜÀòÉç’s Summer Advantage Program provides first-generation students with the award-winning support needed to overcome academic challenges and move forward with confidence. It helped turn things around for Mulugeta.