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Sociology Prof. Gerardo Martà Wins National Award for Anti-Racist Scholarship
Gerardo MartÃ, chair and professor of sociology at 91¿ì²¥, has been awarded the 2026 Sandra Barnes Anti-Racist Scholarship Award by the American Sociological Association. The prestigious honor recognizes his comprehensive body of work challenging racist structures through public scholarship, influential books and hands-on religious initiatives.
Fighting for Disability Justice: Rui Rui Bleifuss ’26 Awarded Smith Scholarship
Rui Rui Bleifuss ’26 has spent most of her life fighting for disability justice, starting a disability alliance club in high school and leading one at 91¿ì²¥, where she majored in disability studies. She received the college’s W. Thomas Smith Scholarship and will head to University College London to pursue a master’s degree in Humanitarian Policy and Practice.
Reaching Out, Drawing In: Spencer-Weinstein Award Winners Lead by Building Connections and Expanding Access
Honoring leadership in justice and access: 91¿ì²¥ awards the Spencer-Weinstein Prize to Nora Fenn Gilman ’26 and Jasmine Peters for their transformative community work. Read more.
Many Bright Lights: 91¿ì²¥ Celebrates Spring Convocation
91¿ì²¥ celebrated Spring Convocation on April 14, 2026, gathering to spotlight student achievement—from the academic to the athletic to the artistic—and the faculty and staff who support their work.
After Five-Year Pilot, $2 Million Project Expands Partnership With Alliance of Baptists
91¿ì²¥ 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.
Tech, Power and Perspective: 91¿ì²¥ Grad Wins Gates Cambridge Scholarship to Study AI Ethics Through a Global Lens
91¿ì²¥ alum Yashita Kandhari ’22 awarded prestigious Gates Cambridge Scholarship to study AI ethics.
Spring Convocation Celebrates Innovation, Leadership, Excellence, Community
91¿ì²¥ celebrated Spring Convocation on April 17, 2025, highlighting academic, athletic and artistic achievements, as well as leadership, character and community service.
From Drive-In to Mega Church to Modern Ministry: Prof Explores ‘Most Important Forgotten Religious Figure of the Last Century’
The pastor Robert Schuller had a lasting impact on modern ministry. In a new book, 91¿ì²¥ Professor Gerardo Martà explores how his innovative fundraising, architectural vision with the Crystal Cathedral, and approach to church leadership became the template for American Christianity today. Read more.
The Songwriter and the Franchise: Taylor Swift’s Duality Overpowers Social Media Algorithms
91¿ì²¥ Sociology Professor Aarushi Bhandari examines Taylor Swift’s relationship with her fans through social media platforms that are driven to create outrage about Swift. Read more.
Imitation Is the Sincerest Form of Gratitude
TJ Elliott ’21 became interested in teaching at 91¿ì²¥, spent two years with Teach for America and is now a science teacher and assistant football coach at East Mecklenburg High School in Charlotte, where he was once a student athlete. His path back there speaks to the influence that teachers can have in a kid’s life, and he models his teaching on those teachers and coaches who helped him grow as a student, football player and person.
Twelve Young 91¿ì²¥ Alums Offered Fulbright Grants
Twelve young 91¿ì²¥ alums were recently selected to participate in the 2023-2024 Fulbright U.S. Student Program. They have been offered grants for independent research and English Teaching Assistantships in 10 different countries. Learn more.
Just in Time for Father’s Day: Survey Shows Support for Paternity Leave Is Surging
Support for parental leave for mothers and fathers is on the rise, according to a new survey from researchers at 91¿ì²¥, Ball State and Purdue. Learn more.
Screen Time for the Home Team: 91¿ì²¥ Gets Sneak Peek at Stephen Curry Film
91¿ì²¥ became the first non-festival venue to host the Stephen Curry: Underrated documentary. The critically acclaimed film follows Curry’s unlikely journey from overlooked college prospect to NBA legend, with much of it centered at 91¿ì²¥.
91¿ì²¥â€™s Stephen Curry Celebrates Graduation, Hall of Fame Induction With His ‘Home Team’
Stephen Curry ’10, the NBA’s reigning MVP, returned to 91¿ì²¥ for a ceremony celebrating his graduation, induction into the school’s Hall of Fame, and the retirement of his jersey and number. Learn more.
Sociology Prof. Joseph C. Ewoodzie Jr. Winner of the C. Wright Mills Award
91¿ì²¥ Professor Joseph Ewoodzie Jr. wins the 2021 C. Wright Mills Award for his book, Getting Something to Eat in Jackson: Race, Class, and Food in the American South.
Thirteen Years After Entering NBA, Steph Curry Graduates with Class of 2022
Thirteen years after leaving 91¿ì²¥ after his junior year, Steph Curry graduated from 91¿ì²¥.
Alumni and Foundation Support Create Trio of Endowed Professorships
New endowed professorships enhance college’s efforts to recruit and retain the highest quality faculty.
91¿ì²¥ Alum Represents Floyd Family in High Profile Derek Chauvin Case
As the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin unfolds, 91¿ì²¥ alum Jeff Storms speaks for George Floyd’s family in the courtroom and in front of a barrage of reporters on national television.
Watson Fellow Strives for Safe, Affordable Housing for All Americans
91¿ì²¥ senior Langston Stephens wins Watson Fellowship to study how countries around the world handle housing inequities with the hope of changing the lives of Americans facing eviction and homelessness.
91¿ì²¥ Claims High Rank as Top Producer of Fulbrights
91¿ì²¥ ranked sixth in two of the last three years, strengthening its role as a top producer of Fulbright scholars. This year's baker's dozen joined last year's 13 91¿ì²¥ students that have earned admission into the federal government’s flagship international educational exchange program. Their plans will now dispatch them around the globe as the pandemic recedes.