News at Hamilton
Mele Kaneali’i ’27 is Hamilton’s latest — and fourth ever — recipient of the prestigious Harry S. Truman Scholarship, a graduate fellowship awarded to college juniors pursuing careers in public service. After graduating from Hamilton, the government major intends to pursue a J.D. and a master of urban and regional planning in housing policy.
Men's lacrosse draws St. Lawrence in second round of NCAA Championship
Hamilton men's lacrosse received an at-large bid to the 2026 NCAA Division III Men's Lacrosse Championship when the 40-team field was announced during a selection show on NCAA.com on May 3. Hamilton gets a bye into the second round where the Continentals will play St. Lawrence University in Babson Park, Mass., on Saturday, May 9, at 3 p.m.
Finding Her Focus: Sofia Santana ’26
Sofia Santana ’26 came to Hamilton from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., with a plan. Now a senior, she has accomplished many of her goals, but her path has taken some unexpected — and exciting — turns.
Hamilton Launches Early Assurance Pathways to Top-Ranked Grad Programs
Hamilton College is creating more direct pathways from bachelor’s to master’s degrees by launching new graduate study partnerships with several of the world’s top research universities.
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Between conducting research at multiple labs both at Hamilton and off campus, shooting photography for the Hamilton College digital media team, and coordinating educational opportunities for underrepresented students in Kazakhstan, Alinur Jaboldinov ’26 rarely takes a break.
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To commemorate the completion of his “Avant-Doc Trilogy,” Professor of Cinema and Media Studies Scott MacDonald recently presented “Birth, Earth, Screen, Sky,” at the Anthology Film Archives with students, alumni, and filmmakers in attendance.
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Provost and Dean of Faculty Ngonidzashe Munemo recognized 10 faculty members with Dean’s Scholarly Achievement Awards in three categories — career achievement, early career achievement, and notable year — at the May 5 faculty meeting.
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Hamilton students put their creativity and technical skills to the test during a 24-hour Hackathon held April 11-12, where they formed teams to design projects focusing on environmental sustainability. Top prize went to “MoveOn,” a digital platform aimed at reducing campus waste by making it easier for students to give away unwanted items.
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Mele Kaneali’i ’27 is Hamilton’s latest — and fourth ever — recipient of the prestigious Harry S. Truman Scholarship, a graduate fellowship awarded to college juniors pursuing careers in public service. After graduating from Hamilton, the government major intends to pursue a J.D. and a master of urban and regional planning in housing policy.
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