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National and regional news organizations regularly interview Hamilton faculty, staff, alumni, and students for their expertise and perspectives on current events, and to feature programs and activities on campus. January’s news topics included coverage of Venezuela, paramilitaries, the job market, and friendship, among others.

For the 22nd consecutive year, Hamilton has been recognized among the colleges and universities with the most students selected for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. For 2025-26, 43 Hamilton students and alumni applied for the U.S. Student Program, and five received the grant. The recipients are pursuing Fulbright English teaching assistantships in Indonesia, Vietnam, and Spain.

A new semester also brought new students to Hamilton. This year, the College welcomed 50 January admits, commonly referred to as “Jans.” The newest arrivals on the Hill are wildlife conservation advocates, history buffs, and dedicated members of their communities—both at home and abroad. Learn the myriad of ways in which Jans took full advantage of their gap semesters.

During winter break, 150 Hamilton students and alumni met at 1290 6th Ave. in New York City to participate in a Connecting Over Careers panel, presented by the Hamilton Career Network, part of the Alumni Council.

Making friends can be a challenge. In fact, one in two adults in the U.S. reports experiencing loneliness. Associate Professor of Psychology Keelah Williams studies the science behind making social connections, and we asked her to share some tips on what it takes to form new and lasting friendships.

Hamilton's next Murphy Director of Athletics and Chair of the Physical Education Department will be Kristine R. Fowler, who will bring more than 25 years of experience in intercollegiate athletics administration with her to the Hill.

As the fall 2025 semester came to a close, a number of Hamilton students kept busy presenting research at conferences and collaborating with faculty on professional papers that were published.

With their first semester at Hamilton now completed, members of the Class of 2029 took a moment to look back at their favorite classes, extracurricular clubs they’ve joined, and the faculty and ALEX advisors who have influenced them. Read about a few of our newest students — favorite spots on campus, go-to meals, and what they’ve added to their Hamilton bucket lists.

National and regional news organizations regularly interview Hamilton faculty, staff, alumni, and students for their expertise and perspectives on current events, and to feature programs and activities on campus. December’s news topics included coverage of AI, inflation, art, and poetry, among others.

Six months after a devastating tornado killed three and caused considerable destruction in Clark Mills, the Hamilton College Town-Gown Fund awarded $19,200 for the purchase and installation of an emergency generator to support the work of the local fire department and its Clark Mills Strong campaign.