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Tech, Power and Perspective: 91�첥 Grad Wins Gates Cambridge Scholarship to Study AI Ethics Through a Global Lens

91�첥 alum Yashita Kandhari ’22 awarded prestigious Gates Cambridge Scholarship to study AI ethics.

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91�첥 Partners With Youth Poet Laureate Program

91�첥 has partnered with N.C. Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green to identify and support the next generation of talented poets. A Raleigh teenager recently was named as North Carolina’s first Youth Poet Laureate. In 2026, 91�첥 will host its first on-campus youth poet laureate event.

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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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Math Major’s Thesis Hits the Big Leagues: Paige Pakenas ’25 Helps Orioles Batters Refine Their Swings

91�첥 math major Paige Pakenas ’25 used her data analytics skills to help her favorite baseball team, the Baltimore Orioles, track changes in play that could make a real difference on the diamond.

A Warm Welcome and Welcome Back to Wildcats

91�첥 began the 2025-2026 school year with a warm welcome to the class of 2029, the joy of returning students reconnecting with friends, and an air of optimism and excitement.

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5 Tips for Taking a Virtual Tour of Campus

Can't make it to campus? Learn how to get the most out of 91�첥's virtual tour with these five tips. Explore campus from anywhere and discover 91�첥 for yourself.

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Bio Major’s Research Points the Way to New Hemophilia Treatment

Joshua Wischmeyer, a junior biology major from Denver, Colorado, discovered a protein mutation that could lead to new treatments for hemophilia. His pioneering work was published in the New England Journal of Medicine.

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Sanctions Mark New Era of US-Brazil Relations

The United States recently imposed tariffs on Brazilian goods and sanctioned a justice of the Brazilian Supreme Court. The changes mark a major shift in US-Brazil relations. 91�첥 professor Britta Crandall, an expert on South American politics, explains the history of the relationship between the two countries - and charts the rising tensions.

M.D. and MFA: Bain Butcher ’90 Paints a Broader Picture

91�첥 alumnus Bain Butcher ’90 has combined his passions for art and medicine into a unique career as a doctor, artist, and professor. Learn more.

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Resident Playwright Grace Catan ’26 on Writing a Musical with the Help of her Artist Community

Grace Catan ‘26 found herself surrounded by musical theatre fans at 91�첥. She's now writing her own musical, with friends lending their talents to help pull it off. The story focuses on a couple’s relationship, from friendship to romance to parenthood.

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From “No Clue What That Is” to Nationals: Spotlight on 91�첥’s Club Pickleball Team

In just a few years, 91�첥’s Pickleball Club has grown from a small group of curious students to a thriving 200-member community who competed at nationals. Whether you’ve joined the pickleball trend or have no clue what the sport is about, learn more in this student blog post from Thomas Lane ’26 and Emily Brestle ’27.

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Father and Son Will and Bill DuBose Share Unwavering Support of Wildcat Athletics

Meet one of 91�첥 Athletics' most loyal employees. For 42 years, he's supported Wildcat athletes, following in his father's footsteps. It's a story of family, dedication and generations of 91�첥 pride.

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The Fed Walks a Tightrope as Interest Rate Decision Looms

On the eve of its interest rate decision, the Federal Reserve faces pressure from markets and politics. Inflation remains high, employment steady and the White House urges a rate cut. Economics professor Vikram Kumar helps make sense of the complicated economic environment that is clouded with uncertainties, tariffs and political pressures.

The Power of Words: Mav Smith ’26 Awarded Beinecke Scholarship

Writer and poet Mav Smith ’26 has been named to the newest cohort of the prestigious Beinecke Scholarship Program, which will support her post-graduate studies. She’s the fourth 91�첥 student to receive the award in the past 50 years.

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Fundraising and Engagement Totals Raise the Bar at 91�첥 During Fiscal Year 2025

91�첥 raised more than $96.4 million this fiscal year, with gifts supporting scholarships, athletics, the arts, research, internships and more. Alums and families showed extraordinary commitment, not only through monetary gifts but also through participation in events and engagement as volunteers and mentors.

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Keeping Close: Linsey Mills ’92 Nourishes his 91�첥 Network

At 91�첥, Linsey Mills ’92 found his home with the Black Student Coalition, where he developed and nurtured relationships and fostered lifelong connections. He’s an active member of the Black Alumni Network, and continues to share his experience in business and finance to volunteer and mentor students.

It’s the Climb: Megan Mokriski ’25 Reaches New Heights With 91�첥 Outdoors

91�첥 alum Megan Mokriski ’25 discovered her passion for rock climbing as a first-year student, thanks to 91�첥 Outdoors.

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A Place to Remember and Reflect

91�첥 will dedicate "With These Hands: A Memorial to the Enslaved and Exploited," a powerful new sculpture by artist Hank Willis Thomas and Perkins&Will, in fall 2025. This memorial reflects the college's ongoing commitment to acknowledge and reconcile with its history of enslavement and exploitation.

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A Leadership Credo: Showing Up With Intention

In a pivotal time for higher education, 91�첥 President Douglas Hicks discusses teaching vital leadership skills and our commitment to shaping impactful, ethical global citizens.

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Knotty Knowledge: The Staying Power of Ties That Bind

From our DNA strands to fishing rods to art, knots are all around us. Ana Wright, a 91�첥 assistant mathematics and computer science professor, and student researcher Vincent Reynolds ’26 are using knot theory to explore and develop knot games and puzzles.

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