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Our Resilient Republic

Professor of History Matt Pinsker discusses his new book and his new Substack and how the lessons of Lincoln's era translate to our own.

The two youngest members of the PA State House, Alec Ryncavage (R, center) and Andre Carroll (D, right) take part in a nonpartisan discussion on campus with Dean and Provost Renee Cramer. Photo by Riley Heffron '26.

How can Gen Z Turn Passion Into Political Action?

"Without passionate people, our political system won’t work as it should." Students connected with young leaders and experts at a nonpartisan event aimed at turning passion into meaningful change.

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Into the Dark: Students Experience the Arctic Through Art and Science

An 11-day journey to Norway's High Arctic through Dickinson's Global Mosaic program offers lessons no classroom could.

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Beneath the News Cycle

Professor of History David Commins brings nuanced views of the Middle East to his Dickinson classroom, deepening understanding and empathy.

Three men in academic regalia stand in front of a limestone building.

Dickinson Grad’s History Honors Project Sheds Light on Discriminatory Housing

Ben Warren '25 brought his history and data analytics expertise together for an impactful project on a painful legacy.

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Presidents of Dickinson's College Republicans and College Democrats Share a Room—and a Friendship

The presidents of opposing political clubs at Dickinson—College Republicans and College Democrats—are also best friends and roommates.

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History Major Jobs and Graduate School Acceptances 2025

Graduating history majors launch careers in data reporting, archives and leadership development, and are accepted into graduate programs at Oxford University, the University of Pennsylvania, and more.

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Five Dickinson Students Heading to Oxford’s Mansfield College

Dickinson's long-running success with students being accepted into the prestigious program continues.

Harry Weiss and Ben Gurwitch with their broadcast mics.

Behind the Mic: Red Devil Sports Network Elevates Student Broadcasting

Dickinson's hands-on training ground for students looking to break into sports media has been going strong since 2013.

Ryan Bergh Thies '25

Learning, Leading, Exploring

Ryan Bergh Thies ’25 dives into learning, leadership and study abroad through Dickinson.

Ben Warren '25 in NYC, where he completed a data-journalism internship at The Wall Street Journal.

Internship Spotlight: Ben Warren ’25

As a data-reporting intern at 'The Wall Street Journal,' Ben Warren '25 sharpened his tech and analytical skills, enhanced his interviewing savvy and learned the rhythms of the reporter's life.

Students in Dickinson's spring 2024 Mosaic pose in Milan during their research trip to Italy.

The (Red) Devil Wears Prada

There are fascinating lessons sewn into fashion. Researching in Italy, students explored the culture, history, politics and ethics of Italian fashion, from fast fashion to couture.

Say Burgin poses

Enlivening the Present Moment

Assistant Professor of History Say Burgin uses the past as a lens to examine who we are and who we'll become.

Students in Professor of History Matt Pinsker’s class explore historical records.

History Major Jobs and Graduate School Acceptances 2024

History majors secure jobs with Americorps GO Foundation and National Community Civilian Corps.

Nicole Bustard

Paving a Personalized Path

After graduating early and serving a year with AmeriCorps, Nicole Bustard ’24 plans to pursue a career in public-interest law.

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