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Through teaching, research and dialogue that invites students to engage with such critical issues as climate change, racial inequality and the shifting geopolitical economy, they prepare for lives of personal success and global impact.
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Alums in the News
AlumsVeterans Day and the History of the William Scandling
This Veterans Day, the Captain of the William Scandling Dave Rockwell reflects on the military history of the HWS research vessel, which has been a part of the HWS community since 1975.
AlumsThe Latina Experience
Course examines the varied and evolving experiences of Latinas, focusing on themes such as migration and immigration, health and education, labor, and gender.
AlumsExploring Elections in the Classroom and Community
Students in POL 221 have been examining the different issues and aspects of the 2024 election through guest speakers and interactive projects.
Alum Photo Gallery
- Before Hobart ice hockey’s game at University of Southern Maine, fans gather at Sebago Brewing Company. The event was hosted by Kristin Schram Riley ’03 and Tim Riley ’01.
- To celebrate Founder’s Day, Stephanie Nieves ’15, Sophia Mughal ’25, Gabrielle Perez ’12, Anjalee Wanduragala ’26 and Jane Erickson ’07 have a conversation about community and belonging.
- Students and alumni celebrate Hobart soccer’s Liberty League regular season title.
- Jackie Cox Battles '05, the consumer brand practice lead and North America consumer brand practice growth lead at Weber Shandwick, speaks to students in “Economic Principles” with Associate Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship Craig Talmage.
- Recent graduates in NYC join President Mark D. Gearan and Robert B. Karofsky ’89, President of UBS Investment Bank for coffee, connection and career insights.
- President Mark D. Gearan speaks to alums, students and friends of HWS during a reception in Washington D.C.
- During a Career Services event, Abby Goodrich ’18, who is an Assistant General Manager for the Bozzuto Group, speaks to students about internship and job opportunities.
- Students in the Master of Science in Management Program learn from Jim Cecere ’91, founder and owner of FLX Goods and Vinifera, who was recently named to Wine Enthusiast’s 2023 Future 40 list.
- President Mark D. Gearan awards Trustee Bill Whitaker ’73, L.H.D.’97 with the Hobart Alumni Association’s Distinguished Service Award for Lifetime Service during a gathering of alums. The reception was hosted by David and Jane Blum Ebby ’84, P’18 and Bailey Ebby ’18 on Martha’s Vineyard, Ma.
- Sam Calderon ’23 discusses his Peace Corps service in Guatemala during an event held in the Stine Multipurpose Room of the Adams Intercultural Center.
- Mark Neveldine '95, the writer, director and producer of films such as Panama, Crank, Gamer and The Vatican Tapes, talks with students interested in working in film.
- Matt Nusom ’23 and Seamus Galvin ’23, co-hosts of Entrepreneurial Endeavors podcast, interview Super Bowl Champion Ali Marpet ’15 (center) in Froelich Hall.