Learn how philanthropy is making a difference in the lives of students and alums.

Access & Affordability

Four people stand indoors; the man second from left holds a certificate and smiles at the camera, while the others stand close by, all dressed in business or business-casual attire.
$7.5 million gift strengthens Denison’s future
The French family, longtime supporters of Denison, makes a major investment in <em>What We Can Be</em>.
Denison University has renamed an administrative building, formerly known as Beth Eden, to Reese House in recognition of a transformative gift from David E. Reese ’62 and his wife, Weezie.
Reese House dedication celebrates donor generosity
Renaming of Beth Eden honors Everett David Reese, a longtime Denison trustee.
Susan Booth '85 sits at a table in front of a microphone
More than financial aid: when a scholarship means “you belong”
A scholarship once opened the door for Susan Booth ’85. Now, her generosity is helping talented students walk through it with confidence.

Innovation in Teaching & Learning

A student at a podium on stage making a presentation, photographed from the back of an auditorium.
Symposiums highlight Summer Scholars’ research, artistry
More than 130 Summer Scholars enjoyed the opportunity to explain their projects to fellow students and faculty at two symposiums.
Students in class.
Leading in the age of AI: Denison’s bold approach to teaching and learning
Campus symposium explores big questions: What opportunities exist for AI to shape learning with both imagination and integrity?
A large, beige, multi-story building with many windows sits behind a well-kept green lawn and curved walkway. Several people are walking near the entrance, and trees are visible in the foreground.
From vision to reality
Knobel Hall and the King Center open doors to the future.

Launching Futures

Alex Pan ’23 poses for a photo with Kaplan course materials.
Denison students and recent graduates can now receive free grad school, licensing test prep
Denison and Kaplan have partnered to provide courses for graduate-level admissions exams and professional certifications.
A man in a blazer holding a red folder talks to two people at a table during the career expo.
Return on investment: The Knowlton Center turns 10
Donor support has powered a decade of innovation, creating a career services ecosystem that equips every Denison student to explore, grow, and succeed.
Luke Romick '16 doing video shoot prep in 2015
A Thirst to Succeed
Internship stipends open doors.

Life on The Hill

Aerial view of Deeds Field-Piper Stadium.
Denison rolls out new turf for football and field hockey
Deeds Field-Piper Stadium resurfacing is the latest in a series of improvements and renovations to athletic facilities.
A group of people wearing black hats celebrate with raised hands and confetti falling as they hold up a sports championship trophy.
Built to win
How Big Red supporters fuel Denison athletics.
A bluegrass band with Rich Baker center lined up on a small stage.
Rich Baker: Keeping the music alive
“If my support helps even one student find their voice through this music, that’s a legacy I’m proud to leave.”

Always Denisonians

Steve Carell ’84 performs with fellow alumni from the Denison Burpee’s Seedy Theatrical Company
A bigger, better Big Red Weekend
In 2024, Denison's homecoming returned to its roots — and included a visit from none other than Gru.
A photo collage of the 2025 Young Alumni Impact Awards recipients
Denison celebrates new Young Alumni Impact Award recipients
The first 12 recipients of the award are being honored for their early career accomplishments, community service, and continued commitment to the college.
Michele Walton Hoehn '89 with her daughter Kare '29 standing in a college dorm room.
A Denison room comes full circle
Michele Walton Hoehn ’89 had fond memories of the room in Crawford Hall; now her daughter, Kate ’29, is making her own in the very same space.