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For many years, I’ve prided myself on being a musician — someone who knew the notes, rhythms, and techniques of music well enough to find a deeper love for the art form. I knew music, I told myself; I could easily pick up on any of it! Yet, it only took two hour-long lessons in the chaotically beautiful symphony of Javanese Gamelan music to completely flip my worldview on its head.

Hamilton's Davis United World College Scholars arrived on College Hill this fall eager to pursue interests through an open curriculum, hone their written and communication skills, and a join a welcoming community.

Because Hamilton Writes Right It's all about the process for Writing Center tutor Max Gersch ’23. Read about how he supports his peers — and is supported in his work — passing on fundamental skills of good writing.

Assistant Professor of Art History Professor Nadya Bair’s Photography Changes Everything course has taught me how a crucial storytelling medium developed and contributed to the last 200 years of human history. I have been fortunate to dive into art history while exploring my passion for storytelling.

National and regional news organizations regularly interview Hamilton faculty, staff, and students for their expertise and perspectives on current events, and to feature programs and activities on campus. Here are the third quarter’s news coverage highlights.

As key grip for the Saturday Night Live film unit, Mort Korn ’80 supervises technicians who create the pre-taped content integral to the show’s weekly comedic mix.

Hamilton College has announced the appointment of Lauren Jacobson as chief investment officer to manage its more than $1.3 billion endowment.

Communications Office student writer Melissa Kaleka ’24 recently sat down with Omobonike Odegbami, Hamilton’s inaugural director of International Student Services (ISS). In the new position, Odegbami will support international students before, during, and after their transition from their home countries to campus.

There are many performances that Jonathan Higginbotham ’12 remembers fondly, but he’ll never forget one particular night at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles.

Novelist, filmmaker, and Zen Buddhist priest Ruth Ozeki presented the Tolles Lecture on Oct. 6. Evan Robinson '23 discusses the talk, during which he says the audience "was treated to rich and engaging comments from a remarkably impressive speaker."