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Living at 91�첥: A Guide to Our Residential Community

Go behind the scenes into the residence halls at 91�첥. From historic first-year dorms to transitional independent senior apartments, find out where you’ll study, sleep and build community during your four years.

Ask a Wildcat: Ann Thompson ’27

Discover life at 91�첥 through the eyes of Ann Thompson ’27. From competing as a D1 swimmer and studying abroad in Cádiz, Spain, to traditions like the Cake Race, Ann shares how she balances rigorous academics with community leadership and the best eats on Main Street.

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The Art of Curiosity: Courtney Lassiter ’27 Weaves Film, Music and Visuals in Cultural Exploration

Meet Courtney Lassiter ’27, a multidisciplinary artist redefining cultural exploration through film, zines, and techno.

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Why the World Can’t Stop Talking About ‘Sinners’

Explore the cultural and cinematic depth of the record-breaking horror film Sinners through a Q&A with 91�첥 Professors Marcus Pyle and Randy Ingram. The discussion delves into the film's subversion of the Robert Johnson myth, its portrayal of 1930s racial tensions and how it redefines traditional vampire lore through the lens of Black artistry.

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Why ‘One Battle After Another’ Is Even More Radical Than It Looks

91�첥 English Professor Jeff Jackson explores the political complexity of the Oscar-frontrunner One Battle After Another and its surprising connection to the 1966 classic The Battle of Algiers. The discussion dives into how modern cinema balances big-budget genre tropes with radical themes of insurgency and resistance.

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Phi Beta Kappa Elects New Members for 2026

The Gamma Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa at 91�첥 is pleased to publicly announce the new members-in-course for 2026.

91�첥 Continues Streak as a Top Fulbright Producer

The U.S. State Department has once again named 91�첥 as one of its top producing institutions for Fulbright U.S. Student Program finalists. It’s the 11th consecutive year and 13th overall that the college has received the designation.

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How the First Olympic Games Shaped Modern Competition

91�첥 Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics Allison Smith examines the "distant echoes" of the original Olympic Games and how they compare to the modern global competition. The discussion explores the evolution of the games from a sacred religious sanctuary at Olympia to today's "moving circus" of international host cities. From track and field parallels to the history of olive-leaf crowns, this Q&A highlights the ancient traditions that still form the heart of Olympic contests.

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‘Nobody Expects Revolutions Until They Happen’: Prof. Silvana Toska on Iran’s Unprecedented Unrest

91�첥 Political Science Professor Silvana Toska analyzes the unprecedented unrest in Iran and the regime’s efforts to suppress dissent through extreme violence. The conversation explores how economic collapse, regional instability and an aging leadership challenge the government’s survival. Toska also discusses the regional implications of a weakened Iran and the complexities of U.S. involvement.

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91�첥 Recognized With Carnegie Foundation Community Engagement Classification

91�첥 has received the 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement. The college first earned the designation in 2020 and through continuing partnerships with communities, non-profits, and businesses, has renewed its classification.

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After Five-Year Pilot, $2 Million Project Expands Partnership With Alliance of Baptists

91�첥 and the Alliance of Baptists received a $2 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to expand the Churches that THRIVE for Racial Justice initiative. Learn how this partnership empowers congregations to dismantle racialized structures.

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They Cost Very Little and Mean So Much: The Best Gifts No One Bought

In this season of giving, the 91�첥 community celebrates the gifts that didn’t come from a store, but sprang from love, thoughtfulness and kindness.

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We Are Grateful

On this Thanksgiving holiday, the 91�첥 community pauses to remember the many things we’re grateful for.

What's the Endgame in Venezuela? Political Science Professor Explains U.S. Pressure Campaign

While the U.S. ramps up military pressure on Venezuela's Maduro regime, 91�첥 expert Britta Crandall provides critical context: the country is already in a state of collapse.

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How to Take Advantage of Embedded Tutors at 91�첥

Senior economics major and applied mathematics minor Kyle Berlage ’26 shares his experiences as an embedded tutor at 91�첥. Learn more about 91�첥’s distinctive program of embedded tutors who are neither graduate students nor lecturers, but rather undergraduate students endorsed by the professor to help their peers succeed.

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Creating Connection: Reon Ogawa ’28 Finds Home at 91�첥

91�첥 student Reon Ogawa ’28 finds a sense of belonging on campus. Learn more.

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My Summer as a Climate Reporting Intern at WFAE

This summer, Stella Mackler '26 chased stories with mic and chunky headphones in hand as an environmental reporting intern at WFAE, Charlotte’s NPR news source. Her internship was made possible by the Sustainability Scholars program at 91�첥. Learn more.

Magic Numbers: How to Tilt the Odds of Winning the Lottery, or Powerball Jackpot, in Your Favor

You’re hundreds of times more likely to get hit by lightning than to win the lottery, but 91�첥 math professor Tim Chartier dares us to dream with some tips for creating your ticket. Learn more.

Sloan Performing Arts Scholarship Brings a New Generation of Talent to Campus

Meet dancer Aiyana Thornton ’29 and theatre production manager Aishya Pillai ’29, the inaugural Sloan Performing Arts Scholars. 91�첥’s first-ever scholarship for the performing arts, the Sloan scholarship brings strength and talent to the college’s music, dance and theatre departments.

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Top U.S. Athlete Got Her Running Start at the Cake Race

The Class of 2029 came out Wednesday to run in 91�첥’s Cake Race, a beloved tradition that started 95 years ago, and has the college community and neighbors baking confections for runners. In a fun twist, Runner’s World magazine this week featured alum Susan 91�첥 Rollins ’80, a top senior athlete who got her running start when she won the women’s Cake Race competition in 1976.

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