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Sloan Maas '21 (right) poses with former Bologna Center professor--and music icon--Francesco Guccini. Maas is the first recipient of a study-abroad scholarship established in the singer-songwriter's honor.
Grazie, Guccini! Italian Folk Icon Inspires Study-Abroad Scholarship

For 20 years, Dickinson-in-Italy students were taught by a famed singer-songwriter known as the "Bob Dylan of Italy." After his passing on Aug. 6, 2026, we recall an inspiring educator and friend.

An artist's rendering of the proposed renovations, transforming a century-old barn into a hub for year-round learning, research and connection at Dickinson's College Farm.
Where Learning is Always in Season: A New Era for Dickinson's College Farm

What if learning at Dickinson's College Farm had no off-season? The BarnLab project aims to transform this distinctive resource into a year-round hub for learning, research and connection.

Eric Denker '75 speaks to a small-group tour in Bologna, Italy.
From Study Abroad to Dream Career

What can a Dickinson study-abroad experience do? For Eric Denker '75, it was transformative, and it guided him toward a dream job.

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Where Art Meets Stewardship

Dickinson students are gaining hands-on experience in conservation, public horticulture and nonprofit leadership through internships at The Bower, a public sculpture garden in Perry County.

Mira and Greg Zimmerman '83 have long supported Dickinson students, faculty and programs. The college held a ceremony in their honor on July 23. Photo by Dan Loh.
Keystones of Gratitude

Dickinson trustee Greg Zimmerman '83 was the first in his family to graduate from college. Decades later, he and his wife, Mira, are being honored for their transformational philanthropy.

An artist's rendering of a new locker room for Red Devil swimmers.
Pooling Resources: A New Space for Dickinson Swimmers

New swimming locker rooms will give Dickinson student athletes a dedicated space to prepare, celebrate and build community, thanks to generous alumni and parent support.

The Snyder Family Scholarship supports a Dickinson education for first-gen and parochial-school students. Steve '82 and Lauren Snyder were inducted into Dickinson's Founders' Society in June. Photo by Dan Loh.
A Scholarship for 'Whole Person' Growth

The Snyder Family Scholarship supports first-generation and parochial-school students seeking to continue their faith journeys in college.

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Graduate Story: Chelsea Parke Goles '19, Founder of Parke

Chelsea Parke Goles '19 shares how Dickinson's liberal-arts education helped prepare her to launch Parke, a growing apparel brand built on timeless essentials and community.

Reese Witherspoon on Instagram holding up Lura Kamoie's book
Reese Witherspoon's Book Club Selects New Novel by Laura Kamoie '92

Historical novel following Abigail Adams picked by actor and producer Reese Witherspoon.

Mike Capone '88 a former Dickinson computer science major, is more engaged with Dickinson than ever, striving to give students every professional advantage.
A Q&A With Mike Capone '88, on the Heels of His $1,000,000 Gift to Dickinson

A long-time leader in data analytics and AI, Capone has spent decades at the center of the industry that his $1 million gift will help students break into.

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Mike Capone '88 Gives $1 Million to Advance Data Intelligence at Dickinson

The alum's landmark gift will fund data-analytics mentorships, internships, research grants and real-world projects—and a new position.

Alumni gathered for a watch party Saturday night to celebrate Leon Rose '83, the team's president of basketball operations, as he led the New York Knicks to the NBA title.
Knicks President Leon Rose '83 Caps Six-Year Mission With NBA Title

Dickinson alum leads the New York Knicks to their first championship in 53 years.

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Highlights From Dickinson’s 2026 Alumni Weekend

Dickinson celebrated milestones, traditions and community June 12-14 as alumni from near and far gathered on campus for the 2026 Alumni Weekend.

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Always a Dickinsonian

Discover how Dickinson becomes a family tradition—and why legacy students and their parents wouldn’t have it any other way.

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A Window Into Dickinson’s Board of Trustees

Alumni Council President Bruce Rychlik ’89 answers some common questions about Dickinson’s governing body.

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