Announcements

Department chairs and area coordinators: Electronic submissions of updates for Spring 2026 academic offerings for the initial Course Request period are due at the Registrar's Office by noon, Monday, September 15, 2025.

The Center for Civic Learning & Action invites you to a semester-long celebration of the Constitution! Join us in dialogue, creating art, and taking action this semester as we celebrate and explore the U.S. Constitution. Pick up a copy of the Constitution, register to vote, and create art during National Voter Registration Day on Tuesday, September 16th – then join us for the Redesigning Democracy dialogue on Wednesday, September 17th and Monday, October 6th as we discuss what a democracy that works for everyone could look like. Finally, join us on November 17th for our Redesigning Democracy Action Forum as we come together to share ideas about ways to act as individuals and as a community.

Our Annual Constitution Day program is endowed through the generosity of Winfield C. Cook, former Dickinson Trustee. These events celebrate the signing of the United States Constitution (September 17, 1787) and commemorates Dickinson’s connection to that document, through John Dickinson’s participation as an original signer.

Wednesday, September 24 | 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. | Allison Hall Community Room

We are happy to offer flu vaccinations to students and employees of the College.

Flu shot facts: Of course, the flu shot fights the flu. But what exactly is the flu? It’s a virus that can cause respiratory infection. It spreads quickly. And it can lead to pneumonia and other complications.

Registration is required. Sign up in Totara for your free flu vaccine today by clicking on the more information link below. If you do not receive a calendar invitation reminder via Teams or email, you are not registered.

Complete the online flu vaccine participation form or bring along a PDF copy to your scheduled appointment.

Vaccinations will not be available for spouses and/or dependents. Please schedule an appointment with their primary care provider or a pharmacy offering flu shots.

The LGBTQ+ Center is excited to announce weekly office hours to make it easier for students to connect, ask questions, and find support.

When: Wednesdays, 12:00–1:30 PM or by appointment when you email LGBTQ@dickinson.edu.
Where: Landis House - 101 S College St. Virtual appointments available.

Office hours are open to all students, whether you’d like to talk about resources, get support, or just stop by and say hello. The Director of the LGBTQ+ Center is also a confidential Title IX resource on campus.

All students are welcome. Your comfort matters most, and we look forward to connecting with you!

We are excited to invite you to sign up for our second round of focus groups for the Dickinson Core Values Project. At these focus groups, we will share initial findings from the first round of focus groups and the community-wide survey administered in spring 2025. If you are interested in participating in a focus group with other faculty and staff this fall, you may sign up here:

https://dickinson0-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/mckierna_dickinson_edu/EZJFXauh6GZDhmAcY-TbzF0BJHbe5c0-6VbYuD9BtF0r7g?e=h2XUjjQ.

We hope you will attend to share your thoughts (and some snacks)!

The September 2025 edition of our Workday monthly e-newsletter, your source for updates and insights about Dickinson’s transition to Workday is now available to view online!

Workday Project Update

As we move into September, the Workday project team continues to make steady progress toward our December go-live. End-to-end testing continues through September 12, and we’ve brought in key staff from departments across campus to help validate real world scenarios and ensure processes work smoothly. Next up is payroll parallel testing, where payroll will be run in both systems to validate results and build confidence before transition.

August was a milestone month for collaboration. We hosted Workday consultants on campus for a three-day “testing sprint,” working side-by-side to tackle complex scenarios, resolve issues in real time, and learn together. (See the picture below!) The energy and productivity from those sessions set a strong pace for the weeks ahead.

As part of our Change Management efforts, we launched the Change Agent Network (CAN), bringing together colleagues from across campus to help prepare the community for the transition. At the same time, the project team is developing job aids and training materials to guide faculty and staff step by step through everyday tasks in Workday. Together, these efforts form the foundation of our change strategy and will help ensure users feel confident on day one.

As the fall semester begins, we’re encouraged by the progress and grateful for the collaboration across campus. Together, we’re building a modern system that will support Dickinson well into the future.

Learn more about Workday, get previews of some features, and view the full e-newsletter for September 2025, by clicking the more information link below!

Tuesday, October 28 | 7 - 8:40 a.m. | HUB Side Rooms 204-205

Click on the more information link below to schedule your screening appointment online and complete the preregistration paperwork with UPMC.

Nurses and wellness educators from UPMC will be on-site at Dickinson College to offer biometric health and wellness screenings for our valued faculty and staff. This initiative is designed to help you better understand key health indicators, promote awareness and prevention, and empower you to make informed decisions about your well-being. It also provides a chance to detect minor health concerns before they develop into more serious issues.

If you've participated in previous biometric screenings, you may recall waiting for your results to appear on the UPMC patient portal. This time, results will be available on-site within minutes, offering a faster and more convenient experience.

This session is limited to the first 35 sign-ups. A breakfast certificate will be provided for the Dining Hall the morning of your screening.

Students interested in a biometric health and wellness screening should contact the Wellness Center to schedule their screening at studentwellness@dickinson.edu or by phone at ext.1663.

Thursday, September 18 | 10 – 11 a.m. | 4 – 5 p.m.

Suicide affects people from all walks of life, and awareness can save lives. Recognizing the warning signs and understanding how to support someone at risk can make a critical difference. When we feel prepared to talk about suicide openly and respond with care, we become a powerful source of help and hope.

Join Health Advocate for this free webinar to identify key risk factors and warning signs, and walk through the essential questions to ask, steps to take, and supportive resources to share.

To register, click the "More Information" link below.

The Center for Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship (CTLS) is excited to announce weekly office hours to make it easier for faculty and staff to connect, ask questions, and find support for teaching and scholarship. Come grab a coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and a snack while discussing teaching pedagogy, scholarship needs and resources, or ideas for future programming.

When: Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11:00 AM –3:00 PM

Where: CTLS Office – Second Floor (East Asian Studies Room side) of the Waidner-Spahr Library near the bathrooms.

Appointments for individual consulting are also available and can be made by emailing CTLS@dickinson.edu.

Programs offered for 2025-2026 have begun, with fitness options available through the department of Athletics to allow the maximum possible wellness opportunities for the campus community. Classes can be found in EngageD via the Gateway by searching for keywords (cardio, Pilates, Zumba) or by selecting the Group Fitness category. Unless noted, classes will be held in the HUB Dance Studio. Be sure to RSVP for each session you plan to attend.

Gentle Yoga: Mondays | noon - 1 p.m.
Pilates: Mondays & Wednesdays | 3:30 & 4:30 p.m.
Cardio Fusion: Tuesdays | noon - 1 p.m.
Zumba: Tuesdays & Fridays | 5 to 6 p.m.
Full Body Circuits: Wednesdays | noon - 1 p.m. | Kline Functional Fitness Center
Sports Yoga: Wednesdays | 4:45 - 5:45 p.m. | Memorial Hall, Old West
Camp Cardio: Wednesdays | noon to 1 p.m.
DEW Power Yoga: Fridays | noon - 1 p.m.

Monday, September 29 | noon - 1 p.m.

Join Matthew Young, Fidelity Investment’s Workplace Financial Consultant, for a virtual presentation.

During this session you’ll:
• Learn how Social Security fits your retirement paycheck
• Identify Social Security claiming strategies
• Learn how to create your retirement income plan

Tuesday, September 30 | Kline Center Patio
Registration & Check-in: 5:30 p.m.
Walk Begins: 6:00 p.m.

Join members of Team Dickinson at the annual HeartWalk scheduled for Tuesday, September 30, on campus kicking off at the Kline Center. Stretch your legs and get some fresh air on this fall evening with your family, friends, and colleagues in the Carlisle community.

Participating in this event is free. Walkers who decide to do a little FUNdraising will receive points towards an AHA reward in support the American Heart Association.

Make your mark on the Trout Gallery! Apply now to become a Trout Workshop collaborator. Art museums can and should be places that ignite curiosity, self-discovery, learning, socialization, and personal connectedness for everyone. Trout Workshop collaborators work with Trout staff to put these values into practice and provide input on all areas of Trout operations in bi-monthly workshops (Thursdays 12-1:15 PM). During workshop sessions, the group will create social media content, test and evaluate art activities, lesson plans, and exhibition tours, and offer personal reflections about connections between art museums and the world we live in. Trout Workshop collaborators also plan a spring social event, The Trout Gala, for Dickinson students. Collaborators get behind-the-scenes access, learn about museum operations, and make the Trout a better place, all while gaining valuable transferable skills. (Note: this program is new and is replacing the previous Trout Gallery Museum Ambassador program). Visit https://forms.office.com/r/sisUxwKDRw to apply.

Friday, October 10, 2025 | 8:30 a.m. to noon
Opening ceremony at Allison Hall - 8 a.m.

Day of Caring is an opportunity for people to donate a morning to help local non-profit organizations complete needed work projects and to learn more about the needs of human service organizations in the greater Carlisle area.

The morning will start at 8 a.m. with a kickoff at Dickinson College’s Allison Hall located at 99 Mooreland Avenue, Carlisle. During this time, refreshments will be available and volunteers can meet with their groups. The morning of Day of Caring, volunteers will head straight to their volunteer project sites. Volunteer projects will run from 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Lunch will be served from 12:15-1:15 p.m. at LeTort Park pavilion.

Let us know of your intent to participate. Jason Maddux – community impact director, United Way of Carlisle and Cumberland County – will receive a list of volunteers and make the volunteer assignments. You can also sign up directly with United Way today for yourself, a group, or family.

Reminder of Community Service Benefit: All employees must first receive approval from their supervisors before registering for the event. All exempt and nonexempt employees will be allowed to volunteer for up to eight (8) hours of paid time from July 1 to June 30.

Are you looking to volunteer? Sign up at the link below. Please register for this program prior to Thursday, September 18.

For specific questions about the Day of Caring, please contact Jason Maddux:
Call 717-243-4805 or email Jason@uwcarlisle.org

Dickinson College Children's Center is hosting a Chicken BBQ fundraiser and Open House on Saturday, Oct. 4th 10:30am-2:30pm. Has it been a while since you've been to the Children's Center? Order a BBQ Chicken meal including half chicken, macaroni salad, applesauce, roll, and a drink for just $12. Plus pick up a few sweet treats. Then, take a walk through DCCC to see what's new! All chicken BBQ meals must be purchased in advance by Sept. 17th. Be sure to reach out to Cheri Truman at trumanc@dickinson.edu to find out how to get tickets. DCCC always appreciates the support of the Dickinson community in fundraising efforts.