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A progressive dance concert will take audience members through the Goodyear Building. Photo by A. Pierce Bounds '71.

Dancing Through History: Campus Building in the Spotlight

A progressive concert in the Goodyear Building evokes the storied history of the space, from ultra-modern shoe factory to a vibrant space for student and faculty artists.

The Carlisle Theatre's production of "To Kill a Mockingbird" was risky. A team of experts from Dickinson and the local community helped provide context for a nuanced, powerful performance. Photo courtesy of Myers Media.

Can you perform 'To Kill a Mockingbird' in 2024?

With guidance from Dickinson experts, a local theatre put on a powerful, nuanced production of a controversial classic play.

Destiny McFalls '25 (Africana studies, educational studies) helped draft an application for Carlisle Borough's designation as a Bird Town.

Internship Spotlight: Destiny McFalls ’25

Destiny McFalls '25 helped draft a successful application for Carlisle to achieve Pa. "Bird Town" designation! Bird Towns commit to creating more environmentally healthy, bird-friendly communities.

Carlisle Theatre

Beyond the Marquee: Dickinson Students Uncover ‘Gem of Carlisle’

Students deciphered scores of handwritten documents to uncover the rich history of a beloved Carlisle landmark. Then they shared their findings with the local community.

Joe O'Neill, senior director of visual media, displays his 2023 Emmy Award. Photo by Dan Loh.

And the Emmy Goes To ...

What’s the secret to an amazing Dickinson video? Ask Joe O’Neill, who earned his 10th Emmy for a video about an exciting College Farm project.

George Stroud

Dickinson Leader Joins Carlisle School Board

“Public education should not be a place where we restrict learning. We want to encourage students to love learning and seek out more information," says George Stroud, VP & dean of student life.

Anne Fisher-Henson '24 (left) presented research on the student-ambassador position during the 2023 CCLA Civic Engagement Celebration last spring. Above, she poses with former student-ambassador Jessie Hayes '22.

Bridging the Town-Gown Divide

Dickinson's student-ambassador position was created in 2003 to strengthen town-gown partnerships and deepen student involvement. Twenty years in, the newest ambassador shares the impactful results.

The Dickinson College Orchestra performs at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Carlisle.

History in the Making: Dickinson Presents Beethoven's Majestic Ninth

While the College Choir had performed the choral final movement, Dickinson musicians have never before presented Beethoven's greatest symphony, "Ode to Joy," in its entirety. That changes April 30.

Nora White '24

Student Snapshot: Nora White '24

Meet Nora White ’24, a community engagement fellow who discusses what she's gained by getting involved in the Carlisle community.

Student-researchers pose with their reports of original research on food access in Cumberland County, Pa. The students presented their work in early December. Photo by Dan Loh.

Students Research, Report on Food Access in Cumberland County, Pa.

Students analyzed data, interviewed nonprofit leaders and surveyed guests at seven food banks, deliver public report.

Art Walks at Dickinson College. Photo by A. Pierce Bounds '71.

Summoning ‘Courage’: Dickinson Presents Immersive Take on Classic Play

Dickinson’s immersive theatrical and dance-infused production of ‘Mother Courage’ takes audiences across campus to experience a timeless story with resonance for the war in Ukraine.

Joseph Majkut,

Student Snapshot: Joseph Majkut ’25

Joseph Majkut ’25 answered 51 volunteer-firefighter calls during his first year on campus—all while getting involved with clubs, forging new friendships and making Dean's List.

Elsa Hritz '25. Photo credit: Cindy Strupp, Revelation Photography.

Student Snapshot: Elsa Hritz ’25

“I love the way Dickinson makes each student a priority,” says Elsa Hritz ’25, a scholarship awardee, math and data analytics double major, and a ballerina who’s learning to fly private planes.

The Delta Nu playroom.

The Colors of Hope: Students Revamp Playroom for Homeless Children

The playroom in Safe Harbour's emergency shelter helps bring a sense of normalcy and hope to local homeless children. Students raised funds to revamp it and stock it with new creative-play toys.

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