Events

Registration period for Spring courses begins November 10 Class of 2026: Monday, 11/10 from 7 a.m., closes Tuesday, 11/11 at 2 p.m. Class of 2027: Thursday, 11/13 from 7 a.m., closes Friday, 11/14 at 2 p.m. Class of 2028: Monday 11/17 from 7 a.m., closes Tuesday, 11/18 at 2 p.m. Class of 2029: Thursday 11/20 from 7 a.m., closes Friday, 11/21 at 2 p.m.

Stop by to connect with representatives from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, ask questions, and learn about their program!

Join members of the Genres of Oral Communication class to learn more about communication concepts via TED-style talks. See the email announcement for speaking order.

Open recreation ice skating at Sage Rink for members of the Hamilton Community. Rental skates and helmets are available at the Field House Recreation Equipment Hub. Hill Card required.  Skating activity only, no pucks or sticks. 

What Can Central Park Teach Us About Climate Change? With David Morris ’64 You wouldn’t think it now, but the land where New York City’s Central Park stands was once chaotic and polluted terrain. Constructed before, during, and after the Civil War, it was America’s first large-scale public project and created jobs, fostered green space, and provided the city with a refuge for nature, animals, and humans alike. In this talk and in his book Ten Thousand Central Parks: A Climate-Change Parable, David Morris ’64 argues that the park offers a powerf...

The Levitt Center invites you to attend:Germs as ... Public Nuisance? Enemies? Entrepreneurs? RSVP for lunch here While most of us have a common-sense understanding of what germs are and how they work, the way we narrate their existence -- what they are, what they aren’t, and how we try to keep them at bay -- may reveal more about us than about them. This interactive session opens up the everyday language, fears, and habits surrounding germs to anthropological inquiry. Come be part of this two-part ethnographic lunch series led by Julie Starr, ...

If you’ve ever thought “I don’t even know where to start with networking,” this workshop is for you! We’ll break down what networking really means, share easy ways to connect with Hamilton alumni, and show how LinkedIn can help you explore careers — even if you don’t already have professional connections. Come as you are — no experience needed! Join this workshop designed especially for first-generation students as part of "first-generation college student month"! 

All levels and native speakers welcome! We have tea, coffee, and snacks - feel free to bring your lunch!

Workshop for faculty with LITS.

Join us for Tavola Italiana, our weekly Italian Conversation Table—all levels of Italian are welcome!

Join the New York State Department of Civil Service at their informational table as they explain what Civil Service Jobs are, provide a roadmap for navigating the Civil Service System, and present State Jobs and Internship Opportunities.

Join us for conversations on religious education, spiritual growth, and community building. All are welcome!

Ride from the shoreline to the hills in this journey that is designed to provide you with optimum endurance and strength building. This ride will simulate varied terrain as you tackle rolling hills, sprints and other drills to give you a great interval workout. Come find the inspiration you’ve been looking for to help you achieve your personal goals! This class is for beginners, seasoned cyclists, and cross-trainers! Instructor: Joan Kane

Open Recreational Hockey activity for members of the Hamilton College Campus community. Sticks and pucks are allowed during this time, so helmets are required for all skaters. Skates and helmets are available at the Field House equipment desk. College ID required.

Wine & Cheese gathering for retired employees. Open to all employees of Hamilton who have retired or who see retirement in their futures. We are a social and intellectual organization, aiming to support a healthy environment on campus with social gatherings, reading groups, and outreach.  

Join Emerson Summer Research Fellows as they present their findings from their research. 

You are warmly invited to join the Arabic Language Table this semester! This is a casual and welcoming space to practice your Arabic, meet others interested in the language, and enjoy conversation together. Bring your meal, bring your curiosity, and join the conversation! All levels of Arabic are welcome—from beginners to native speakers. We hope to see you there!

After Democracy: Culture and Ideas in the age of Authoritarianism What does it mean for writers, thinkers, and citizens to live in a time when democratic nations slide into authoritarianism? With a focus on the long authoritarian turn in India since the nineties, and with comparisons to the United States, the novelist and essayist Siddhartha Deb will discuss the crisis we face and the ways in which we can respond.

Join members of the Genres of Oral Communication class to learn more about communication concepts via TED-style talks. See the email announcement for speaking order.

Interested in talking to one of the Global Learning Ambassadors about global learning opportunities? Drop in or make an appointment to talk about study abroad. In addition to this advising, an ambassador is also available on Fridays in the Global Learning Office (CJ 105 from 1-3). All are welcome! Make an appointment here.

Come grab your lunch at Commons and practice your language skills with us.

This 45-minute class will maximize the bang for your buck! It is comprised of short bursts of body weight training blending both interval and strength exercises to hit all areas of the body. With circuit training, this class consists of plenty of cardio, weights, and core to get that extra metabolic burn which will motivate you to keep coming back. You’ll never get the same class twice!  Instructor: Brittany Praznik

Do you enjoy writing and editing? Come join The Topical for a collaborative editing session before our publication! If you're interested in submitting, we'll be sending out an email with submission guidelines before our meeting---we'd love to feature your writing in our next edition!

The Geoscience Department, the Opportunity Program and the Geological Society presents a panel with first gen Associate Professors of Geology Amy Moser and Kris Kusnerik, and geo majors Yarely Contreras Joya '26 and Angel Sonnier '27. They will be discussing how to navigate through Hamilton, studying abroad, and graduate school.

Register Now (Pre-registration required) Come learn essential self-defense principles and techniques in a positive training atmosphere! Attendees should wear comfortable clothing they can move in. Beginners are welcome and this class is open to practitioners of all level. The class is non-competitive in nature. Some techniques may involve punching, kicking, or striking pads, grappling, or using mock devices (e.g. training knife). Instructor: Ken Leonardo