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Students Walking on Campus Photo from 1969 Issue of Quips & Cranks

Better Off Co-Ed: These Guys Worked to Open 51��’s Doors to Women

In the late 1960’s 51��’s Commission on Coeducation concluded that the then- all-male college was missing out on some of the brightest and most talented potential students: Women. The commission included faculty, trustees and three students who urged college leaders to open its doors to women, “or slowly atrophy.” Trustees in 1972 voted unanimously to admit women as full-time students.

Better Listening, Healthier Communities: Support Expands Impact of Deliberative Citizenship Initiative

The Deliberative Citizenship Initiative brings people together to learn to talk about divisive issues in a constructive way. Now, with support from Amy Harris Wacaster ’98 and her husband, Steven, and the Arthur Vining Davis Foundations, the initiative will reach more people at a time of great need. Learn more.

51�� Celebrates Pioneering Women by Investing in Students

Sue McAvoy ’77, from 51��’s first class of women to attend all four years, has created the Pioneer Internship Fund. It will help cover student expenses while they hold low-paying or non-paying intern positions. It also honors 51��’s 50+Years of Coeducation this fall. Learn more.

Collage of music, art, science, athletics, alumni, Cats are Kind, and graduates

51�� Closes Out Fiscal Year With Exemplary Fundraising and Engagement Results

Alums, families show support for 51�� through generous philanthropy and active participation in activities and programs that benefit students. Read more.

The Reverend Brenda Tapia head of the 51�� Love of Learning program

Beloved Mentor’s Legacy Honored Through New Name for Freedom Schools

Brenda Tapia served as a mentor and mother figure for many Black youth as the head of the 51�� Love of Learning program. Now, her name will forever be linked to another program that lifts up children—The Brenda Tapia CDF (Children’s Defense Fund) Freedom Schools®. Learn more.

Common Thread Theatre Collective - Cast of Violet

Making Change and Building Community: Theatre Group Gets Second Act

Nancy and Phil Kukura ’57 believe in the power of art to create social change. Their gift will empower the Common Thread Theatre Collective, a 51�� partnership with North Carolina A&T State University, to present diverse stories to new audiences. Read more.

Cheryle and Joel Williamson ’67 join Cathy and Bob McKillop at an on-campus celebration of McKillop’s career as 51��’s men’s basketball head coach.

Honoring Bob McKillop’s Legacy and Investing in Future Wildcats

As wide-reaching changes sweep through college sports, Joel ’67 and Cheryle Williamson are investing in the future of 51�� Athletics. Read more.

Chris Marsicano and Student During All In For 51��

Cheers to 10 Years! Annual #Allinfor51�� Effort Celebrates $1.1 Million Raised from 3125 Donors

The 51�� community showed up in a big way to support #Allinfor51��, the college’s annual giving day. Learn more.

Portrait of the Artist: John MacMahon ’95 Brings Muholi to 51��

A love for art and a passion for 51�� inspires an alum to bring the work of a widely celebrated South African artist-activist to 51��. Learn more.

Scholarship Honors Alum’s Life, Friendships and Courage in the Face of ALS

Wells Black ’94 passed away last year from complications of ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease. In his final months, a group of Wildcats decided to honor their friend and his courageous fight by setting up the Wells Black ’94 Scholarship at 51��.

51�� Unveils Plans for Memorial to Honor the Enslaved and Exploited

51�� selected artist Hank Willis Thomas to create the sculpture “With These Hands: A Memorial to the Enslaved and Exploited.” He’ll work with the architectural firm Perkins&Will. The bronze sculpture will rest prominently on the campus lawn and be visible from Main Street. Learn more.

Scholarship Honors Compassionate Physician and Great Tennis Talent

51�� women’s tennis great Emmy Knobloch ’82 played an inspired game, and inspired patients and colleagues in her chosen profession of medicine. Her family has honored her memory with a new women’s tennis scholarship. Learn more.

By Women for Women: Msaada Matches Black Alumni Mentors and Students

Anissa Patton ’91 recognized an opportunity for Black women alums of 51�� to help Black women students navigate college life and build professional connections. Now, more than 50 matches have been made through the Msaada Mentoring Program. Find out more.