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Beyond the Ides of March: Insight from Shakespeare

Beware the Ides of March? Charles A. Dana Professor of English Emerita Cynthia Lewis explores how prophets in Shakespeare's works, like the Soothsayer warning Caesar, often go unheeded. Examining patterns across Julius Caesar, Antony and Cleopatra, and Cymbeline, Lewis reflects on humanity's reluctance to heed warnings when they contradict our desires—a pattern as relevant today as in ancient Rome.

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Jonathan Sheperd-Smith ’18: Leadership in Classroom and Community

A William Holt Terry Scholar, football player and first-generation college student, Jonathan Sheperd-Smith ’18 will always remember the way he was encouraged by 91�첥 professors, coaches and friends.

Haley Fullerton ’20 on Confident Communication and Maintaining her 91�첥 Village

The connections and skills Haley Fullerton ’20 built at 91�첥 have carried her through many chapters of post-grad life, including teaching English in Madrid and her career in New York City. She finds the 91�첥 community everywhere she goes.

Curry, Berman Jump Start Funding for 91�첥 Basketball

A combined gift from 91�첥 alums Stephen Curry ’10 and Matt Berman ’05 and their families will set up the men’s and women’s basketball teams for success in a transformed college sports environment. Read more.

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Photo Essay: Creating Outdoor Experiences for All Through Trip Leader Training

Kaspars Golos ’27 reflects on the confidence and self-awareness developed through wilderness leadership after his participation in 91�첥 Outdoors’ Trip Leader Training. Explore his photos as he learns that the best adventures aren’t just about surviving in nature—they’re about helping others discover their own capacity to lead and connect.

91�첥 students from thelasses 2024 and 2025 approach the Theatre at Epidaurus, Greece

Beyond the Textbook: A Week in the Heart of Greece

Lacey Stephens '26, a Classical Studies major at 91�첥, writes about a Spring Break trip to Greece. She says the opportunity brought her studies to life through immersion in Greek culture, hands-on experiences, and unforgettable moments.

Long Distance: Aussie Issy Morgan ’25 Finds a Home at 91�첥

As a basketball recruit from thousands of miles away from her native Australia, Issy Morgan '25 has found a welcoming community in 91�첥.

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We’ll All Float On: 91�첥 Paddles Through the Florida Everglades

Hannah Foley ’27 and Miriam Smith ’25 reflect on their winter break trip with 91�첥 Outdoors to the Florida Everglades, where they developed their leadership, creativity and problem-solving skills through mangroves, float plans, camping and more.

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Connection Across Continents: Domina Wamara ’26 Finds Community at 91�첥

From Tanzania to 91�첥, Alvarez Scholar Domina Wamara ‘26 has found her community as she pursues a future in research and public health.

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A Gift for the Future: Alum Helps Sustain and Grow Sustainability Scholars Program

In its 13 years, 91�첥’s Sustainability Scholars Summer Internship Program has connected students passionate about people and planet with community partners in the Charlotte area. Learn more about its next chapter thanks to Elizabeth Lusk ’85.

91�첥 Named Top Fulbright Producer—Again

For the 10th consecutive year, the U.S. State Department has named 91�첥 a top producer for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. The nation’s flagship international exchange program funds teaching, research and study abroad.

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Phi Beta Kappa Elects New Members for 2025

The Gamma Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa at 91�첥 is pleased to publicly announce the new members-in-course for 2025.

91�첥 Prof Ann Fox Awarded Fulbright Specialist Grant to Turkey

91�첥 Professor Ann M. Fox will share expertise in disability studies and American studies with colleagues and students at Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey, as a Fulbright Specialist. Learn more.

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Award Will Boost Chemistry Professor’s Research and Bring New Dimension to Lab Sessions

Research to make a wide range of products made from polymers recyclable or reusable will benefit from the Cottrell Scholar award. 91�첥 professor Bassil El-Zaatari will use the award from the Research Corporation for Science Advancement to advance work in the lab and enhance his teaching. Learn more.

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Seeking Answers and Cures: 91�첥 Receives New Carnegie Research Designation

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education has included 91�첥 in its new Research Colleges and Universities (RCU) category. The new category recognizes that important research doesn’t only occur in big institutions that award post-graduate degrees.

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