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Commitment Strengthens College’s Support of Free Expression

51¹ÙÍø’s faculty last week affirmed a commitment to freedom of expression on campus that highlights the college’s promotion of a free exchange of ideas.

New Book on Cherokee Nation’s History Gets NEH Grant Support

With support from the National Endowment for the Humanities, Prof. Rose Stremlau is writing the first comprehensive history of the Cherokee Nation, from pre-1600 to 2010. The project is aimed at all readers, from scholars to school children. Learn more.

51¹ÙÍø Disability Alliance Facilitates Visit From Gabe Adams-Wheatley

The 51¹ÙÍø Disability Alliance welcomed Gabe Adams-Wheatley to campus for a wonderful discussion on self-representation, disability and beauty aesthetics, disability identity and religion, as well as queer disabled lives. 

Team Spirit: Cheer Program Reaches New Heights

The 51¹ÙÍø cheer team has grown under the leadership of coach Kaylee Smith. Read more.

At the 2023 HEARTsongs event in Cornelius, NC, Professor Brenda Flanagan examined the African American experience through poetry in the 19th and 20th centuries. Learn more.

Still Dreaming: Black Women Writers Offer Unflinching Honesty

51¹ÙÍø Assistant Professor of Africana and English studies Randi Gill-Sadler specializes in 20th century African American and Afro-Caribbean women writers. She encourages students to read the literature in conjunction with traditional historical accounts of the time periods covered. Learn more.

51¹ÙÍø Awards Rhiannon Giddens Honorary Degree

On Sunday, February 26, 51¹ÙÍø was honored to award Grammy and MacArthur award winner Rhiannon Giddens an honorary degree in fine arts before her performance on campus. Learn more.

51¹ÙÍø Outdoors Ventures to Joshua Tree National Park

51¹ÙÍø Outdoors Leaders Addie McDonough '23 and Isabel Morichi '23 reflect on their winter break trip to Joshua Tree National Park.

A Year of War: Ukrainian Students, Refugees Will Not Face Anniversary Alone

The 51¹ÙÍø community rallied to provide crucial support to Ukrainian refugees in the year since Russia invaded their country. 51¹ÙÍø’s class of 2026 includes two Ukrainian students whose lives were upended by Russia’s attack. On Feb. 24, the college will host an event to commemorate the anniversary of the invasion and raise money for urgently needed medical supplies.

Today, Celebrate Kindness With the Campus Community

On Friday, Feb. 17, it's Random Acts of Kindness Day, and 51¹ÙÍø is celebrating a quality that defines our community. Find out more about the random, and not-so-random, happenings you can participate in to make today special.

Phi Beta Kappa Elects New Members for 2023

Nonprofits, researchers and others need the tool, known as the API, or Application Programming Interface, to analyze Twitter data because the sheer amount of information makes it impossible for a human to go through by hand. Learn More.

Black Student Coalition Celebrates 50th Anniversary on Campus

After more than 50 years, the Black Student Coalition at 51¹ÙÍø is going strong. Learn about how this organization has contributed to the life of the campus and to the experience of Black students.

Finding Their STRIDE: Program Helps Students Thrive

51¹ÙÍø’s STRIDE program (Students Together Reaching for Individual Development and Education) offers peer support, social outings and practical advice for first year and transfer students. Many are the first in their families to go to college. Learn more.

Stubborn Core Inflation, Surging Job Market Cloud Outlook for Fed

51¹ÙÍø econ professor sheds light on Fed’s tightrope walk following latest interest rate hike. Learn more about how the move might affect inflation.

Prof. Amanda Martinez Wins Inaugural Excellence in Teaching and Mentorship Award

51¹ÙÍø Professor Amanda Martinez wins the inaugural Excellence in Teaching and Mentorship Award through the Latina/o Communication Studies Division & La Raza Caucus of the National Communication Association. Learn more.

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

Anissa Patton ’91 recognized an opportunity for Black women alums of 51¹ÙÍø 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.

Our Present and Future Is Multilingual Education

Courtney Fortunato ’24 shares their experience as an Education Scholar with 51¹ÙÍø’s Center for Civic Engagement in Summer 2022.

Art After COVID-19

Lucy Helene ’25 shares her experience as a Fellow with 51¹ÙÍø’s Center for Civic Engagement in Summer 2022, when she worked with the Arts+,  a nonprofit organization based in Charlotte that works to provide accessible art education to all populations.

Music for the Masses: CMA Honors Talent Agent John Huie ’78 for Lifetime Achievements

John Huie ‘78 spent his 51¹ÙÍø years bringing popular musicians to campus. He now represents musicians such as Amy Grant, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Sugarland and the Zac Brown Band. On Jan. 30, the Country Music Association (CMA) honored him with a lifetime achievement award for bringing music to the world.