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Day of Giving

Dickinsonians Rally for Record-breaking Day of Giving

More than 3,300 alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends came together yesterday to give a record $1.7 million to Dickinson on Day of Giving.

Amy Schrom '79 on a horse

Donor Profile: Amy Schrom '79

"It is urgently important to listen to both sides of an issue with an open mind," says Amy Schrom '79. "Dickinson teaches you these skills."

Nell Alexander '21 and her parents, Chris (far left) and Carol, on her graduation day. The Alexanders are giving back to Dickinson to help the college assist more students with disabilities.

One Student’s Triumph Highlights the Power of Disability Services in Higher Ed

Nell Alexander ’21 faced a gauntlet of challenges in college, from learning differences to serious health issues. Her triumphant journey shines a light on the power of access and disability services.

Nalleli Sagardia Hassan '07 and Mo Hassan '05 met as first-gen college students and Posse scholarship awardees. Today, they help provide access to a Dickinson education for students who may not otherwise be able to attend college.

Donor Profile: Nalleli Sagardia Hassan ’07 and Mo Hassan ’05

"We're living the life of our wildest dreams." Dickinson and Posse brought them together and provided tools for success. Now Nalleli Sagardia Hassan '07 and Mo Hassan '05 help open doors for others.

Janda Kirk Griffith Panitz's endowment will fuel innovative academic programs at Dickinson and also support scholarships for promising students.

On Science, Art and Boundless Curiosity

Janda Kirk Griffith Panitz never attended Dickinson, but her bequest will spark new academic pathways at the college. Who was she, and what inspired her transformative legacy?

Mark '81 and Lisa Burgess pose with a reproduction of their Founders' Society plaque. Photo by Dan Loh.

Event Celebrates Transformational Philanthropy

Dickinson recently inducted Mark '81 and Lisa Burgess into the college’s esteemed Founders' Society, which recognizes donors whose lifetime giving exceeds $1 million.

Tangible archival items bring literature to life. "Ann feels strongly that these items are meant to be read and used, not to sit on a shelf," says Jim Gerencser ’93, associate dean for Dickinson's archives & special collections.

Epic Emily Dickinson Collection Comes to the College

Archives & Special Collections is now home to an epic Emily Dickinson collection, with hundreds of tangible, evocative items that open windows to the poet's world and work.

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Soaring Aspirations

Bob ’75 and Sue Rebuck Otway ’75 set their sights on helping students reach for the stars.

Lauren Ashley Smith '06 (left), Brooke Helburn and their two dogs. Photo by Charlie Nunn.

Rising to the Challenge

"My hope was that by showing how invested i am in this work, fellow alumni would be inspired to be invested too.” Learn why Lauren Ashely Smith '06 and Brooke Helburn spurred nearly $30K in DEI gifts.

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Opening Opportunities: Nalleli Hassan '07

Now an HR executive at Bank of America's New York HQ, the former IB&M and Italian studies major finds exciting ways to give back.

Jonathan Adkins '96 in the great outdoors.

Jonathan Adkins '96

“We must stand up for the importance of higher education and remind the doubters of its value.” Meet Johnathan Adkins ’96.

Clayton Hevey ’16 and Faith Wilwerding ’16 with their dog, Clarky.

Clayton Hevey ’16 and Faith Wilwerding ’16

"We want Dickinson to be able to tackle as many projects and initiatives as possible." Meet alumni couple Clayton Hevey and Faith Wilwerding, both of the class of 2016.

Dennis Cross and his family at President John Jones inauguration

Sparking a Family Legacy

When daughter Sydney '17 was a Dickinson undergrad, Dennis and Susan Cross got involved as parent volunteers. Now, they've partnered with Sydney to create a family scholarship at her alma mater.

Rohan Sen on campus

Rohan Sen ’08

"I think giving in any form has exponential effects." Meet Rohan Sen '08.

Jacob DeCarli '22 in Italy, where he's working as a Fulbright Teaching Assistant.

Jacob DeCarli ’22

"I want to give back so that future Dickinsonians have access to scholarships and the same opportunities I had," says Jacob DeCarli ’22, a recent grad and current Fulbright English Teaching Assistant.

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