October’s news topics included varied subjects from awkwardness to golf to gun control. Links are provided, but some may require subscriptions to access content. Please contact Vige Barrie if you cannot open a link or do not have a subscription.
“I survived Sandy Hook — I want a president who will tackle gun violence” – The Times (U.K.), Oct. 1
Grace Fischer ’28 spoke about her experience and her support for gun control legislation.
“Energizing Alumni: Engagement and advancement for a strong institution” - Chronicle of Higher Education Special Edition, Oct. 8
Jonathan Overpeck ’79 and Tom Vilsack ’72 were included in this special issue, available only by individual purchase.
“Family affair: Twin sisters reunite as competitors in a 'most fun' round at Golfweek October Classic” – GolfWeek (USA Today), Oct. 13
Golf team member Peyton Sichol ’26 and her sister were featured.
“Hamilton College student admits to posting antisemitic remarks on campus, police say” – NBCNews.com, Oct. 15
Adyn Brenden ’27 was arrested for posting antisemitic graffiti. Many local and regional outlets also featured this story.
“How this Division III college golf coach became the best speedgolfer in the world” - GolfWeek (USA Today), Oct. 15
Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach Lauren Cupp was featured.
“Teaching: What if you can’t remove the bias from course evaluations?” – Chronicle of Higher Education, Oct. 17
This article discussed research published by Associate Professor of Government Erica De Bruin and Professors of Economics Ann Owen and Stephen Wu.
“College Professors Tried To Reduce Gender Bias In Evaluations—But Couldn’t” – Forbes and Forbes Women, Oct. 22
This article also discussed De Bruin, Owen, and Wu’s research.
“The Student-Success Journey: Helping Students Overcome Loneliness” - Chronicle of Higher Education, Oct. 23
Assistant Dean for Student Engagement Tessa Chefalo participated on this panel.
“Parties not the same; Buying Votes; Cuba” – “Ivory Tower,” WCNY (Syracuse), Oct. 25
Associate Professor of Environmental Studies Aaron Strong was a panelist on this show.
“New Presidents or Provosts: Grambling State, Hamilton, Jefferson CC, La Roche, Lake Superior State, Loyola U Chicago, Stephen F. Austin, Wagner” – Inside Higher Ed, Oct. 28
This national education publication finally announced President Stephen Tepper’s appointment.
“James Cohan opens a special exhibition of early work by Elias Sime” – ArtDaily, Oct. 28
Wellin Museum Director Tracy Adler commented on the work of Elias Sime, an artist whose work was exhibited by the Wellin in fall 2019.
“Democratic Lawyer Stymied Trump in 2020. Other Efforts Played into G.O.P. Hands.” – New York Times, Oct. 30
In profiling Marc Elias ’90, this article included a reference to his Hamilton education.
“Beyond disgust: How to get eaters to try insects or cultured meats” - Washington Post, Oct. 30
Associate Professor of Philosophy Alex Plakias wrote about disgust as it relates to food. The same article was reposted by The Conversation and appeared in news outlets around the world.
“Gun violence has shaped the lives of Sandy Hook survivors. Now, they’re old enough to vote” – Washington Post, Oct. 30
Grace Fischer ’28 was featured.
“Why Young People Are in So Much Debt” – Bloomberg News, Oct. 31 (video: 8:39 – 11:30)
Professor of Economics Stephen Wu discussed his research on the topic.
