August 29, 2022 Why we need another national conversation about mental health on campus We live in tough times, and colleges must help students develop skills and habits to cope.
August 24, 2022 Award-winning Summer Scholars program builds tomorrow’s researchers Each summer, endowed funds support 120 to 140 students pursuing research under the supervision of a faculty member for up to 10 weeks
August 23, 2022 Summer research leads to publication in professional journal Sophie Bittner '22 publishes study about students with disabilities and their access to academic support in college.
August 22, 2022 Kurtz: We need humanities, arts & natural sciences as well as STEM "We live in complicated times, where the limits of science compel us to admit that some big questions push beyond the lab bench:" Prof. Jeff Kurtz. via Columbus Dispatch
August 17, 2022 Welcome to the Denison Class of 2026 Be highly motivated to take advantage of everything Denison offers, have an open mind, and be prepared to be challenged.
July 26, 2022 Denison introduces new major in applied mathematics The new major will equip mathematically oriented students with the knowledge and experience to solve real-world problems.
July 26, 2022 Learn why Dosinda Alvite is a "master craftsman" of teaching Students in Professor Dosinda Alvite’s classes learn through community, engagement — and lots of creativity.
July 25, 2022 Susan Booth '85 to lead Chicago's Goodman Theatre Susan Booth '85 has been named artistic director of the Goodman Theater in Chicago, one of the most influential regional nonprofits in the country. via New York Times
July 20, 2022 Denison's new CIO hopes to build structure around innovation Denison CIO Liv Gjestvang wants to understand and build better structures to support learning, retention, and long-term success. via Ed Scoop
July 18, 2022 Prof. Jack Shuler: Black Ohioans die from overdose at higher rates Black people make up 13.2% of Ohio’s population, and yet, they account for 20% of opioid overdose deaths so far this year, says Shuler. via Columbus Dispatch
July 14, 2022 Denison University appoints director of admission Following a national search, Denison University is pleased to announce the appointment of Huy Trinh as director of admission.
July 13, 2022 Denison profs weigh in on why Black girls are seen as adults In this podcast, three Denison professors discuss why Black girls are judged as if they're adults, which has significant ramifications today. via Columbus Dispatch
July 8, 2022 Denison to build new stadium for men’s and women’s lacrosse and soccer Kienzle Stadium will provide world-class facilities for Denison athletics.
July 8, 2022 New CIO offers global view of higher education technology Denison’s new Chief Information Officer Liv Gjestvang, has a wide perspective on the technology landscape of higher education — a global view.
July 7, 2022 DU alum movie "Poser" spotlights Columbus music scene Poser, a Tribeca-debuted film by DU grads, grabs headlines for its behind-the-scene glimpse of indie music landscape. via Spin
July 7, 2022 President Weinberg named NCAC president Denison University President Dr. Adam Weinberg has been named the president of the North Coast Athletic Conference.
July 1, 2022 Local WWII vet leads Columbus parade writes student reporter Jen Clancey '23 reports on WWII veteran's experiences as a lead-up to serving as grand marshal for Columbus July 4 Parade. via Columbus Dispatch
June 9, 2022 2022 Reunion classes celebrate, return in big numbers The five days of events marked the return of in-person campus reunions for the first time since 2019.
June 7, 2022 Just follow the molecules “Every piece of data tells us something and points to a new question,” says biologist and geneticist Eric Liebl.
June 1, 2022 DU grads' film to debut Directed by Denison grads, 'Poser' premiered at Tribeca this spring. The film highlights the Columbus underground music scene. via Columbus Dispatch
May 26, 2022 Overcoming doubt Writing, illustrating, and self-publishing a book involves dozens of opportunities to learn something new.
May 25, 2022 Alan Phung '22: entrepreneur and Morningstar team member Alan Phung '22 will continue to grow his business, Mai Coffee, as he transitions to a new position with Morningstar financial services. via Newark Advocate
May 23, 2022 Eight memorable hours: Commencement Day starts with the sunrise It’s a day filled with scenes of emotion, soaring achievement, hard work, words of wisdom and long goodbyes. And a few pancakes.
May 20, 2022 Class of 2020 returns, ready to celebrate and heal "The community, the learning, the professors, the people ... It’s what has made more than 300 of us want to come back on some random weekend in June.”
May 18, 2022 Sara Abou Rashed '21: How cookies make community Sara Abou Rashed '21 shares how her mother’s cookie recipe helped her form a friendship with an unlikely neighbor in a Columbus performance. via Columbus Dispatch
May 16, 2022 So you’ve gotten into a college. Now what? It matters far less where you go to college and much more about how well you take advantage of the place you are going.
May 13, 2022 The graduating senior’s dilemma: Keep it or toss it? As they pack up to leave The Hill, freshly minted Denison graduates face one last multiple-choice test.
May 11, 2022 Denison and Otterbein Granville affirm their mutual commitment With many similar goals, Denison University and Otterbein Granville value their collaboration.
May 10, 2022 Student reporting: $20 billion Intel affects local businesses A series by Jen Clancey '23 examines the effects of $20B Intel development on local businesses. via Newark Advocate
May 10, 2022 The false choice between career skills and liberal arts College students shouldn’t have to choose between career skills and liberal arts.
May 9, 2022 The surprising history of Bluegrass music Visiting professor Heather Grimm ’17 shares an intriguing history of Bluegrass music.
May 4, 2022 2022 Kussmaul awardee: Charles Stacy Charles Stacy ’22 was recognized for his contribution to “the friendly relations between Granville and the college."
May 4, 2022 Ray Walker ’22 named recent student trustee Walker, who graduates in May after a stellar four years at Denison, officially replaces Ben Cross ’20, who will complete his term this summer.
May 4, 2022 Surprise? It’s part of winning the President’s Medal The veil of secrecy surrounding Denison’s top award for graduating students adds to the drama and intrigue of the annual ceremony.
May 3, 2022 Denison parent update on career and wellbeing programs Denison parents are updated on new career programming, the upcoming Wellness Center opening, and more opportunities for their students.
April 21, 2022 Prof Heather Pool opines on Ohio House Bill 616 "Efforts to control and limit discussion about fundamentally important topics ... signal fear and insecurity," Prof. Heather Pool via Columbus Dispatch
April 19, 2022 Students recognized for leadership and positive contributions The Kenneth Joseph Hines '04 Memorial Award recognizes students for serving others, leadership, and making positive contributions to community.
April 15, 2022 Denison welcomes 2022 newly tenured faculty Denison University’s Board of Trustees has recently awarded tenure to six members of the faculty.
April 14, 2022 DU Professors explain financial ramifications of Russia invasion Three Denison professors explain the correlation between global conflict and American expenditure increases. via Newark Advocate
April 13, 2022 Denison University partners with Ohio State Wexner Medical Center Denison University partners with Ohio State Wexner Medical Center to bring enhanced health and wellness services to the Granville campus.
April 12, 2022 Two Denison professors honored with Ohio Arts Council grants Denison professors David Baker and Ching-chu Hu have received grants from the Ohio Arts Council in recognition of the excellence of their work.
April 11, 2022 Andrew Levitt '01 as Edna in national tour of "Hairspray" For Andrew Levitt, the iconic role of Edna in the national tour of "Hairspray" is the perfect marriage of his drag queen and theater backgrounds. via Akron Beacon Journal
April 7, 2022 Medha Jaishanker '06 consults and produces in Hollywood "My true passions in life are connecting the dots, community building, and championing the underdog": Film consultant & producer Medha Jaishanker. via The US News
April 4, 2022 Prof. David Baker's poem "Pocket Garden in the City" "Pocket Garden in the City", a poem by English Professor David Baker published in The New Yorker begins: "You would miss it if you were hurrying." via The New Yorker
March 31, 2022 The world premiere of ‘Pearls in the Wave’ ‘Pearls in the Wave,’ a new play by Playwright-in-Residence Hongyi Tian ’13, tells the story of a struggling novelist and her nagging mother.
March 30, 2022 Hollywood close-up Cinema students toured studios and met with alumni in the film industry to get a first-hand perspective of life as a filmmaker.
March 24, 2022 Inside Denison Edge, Denison University's newest career hub The Edge is a way for Denison to better connect to Columbus, and an attempt by Denison to contribute to Columbus.” via Columbus CEO
March 23, 2022 James Anderson ’85, Kathryn Correia ’79, Class of 2020 speakers WarnerMedia communications executive James Anderson ’85 and Legacy Health President and CEO Kathryn Correia ’79 offer Commencement remarks.
