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Poet and English Professor David Baker's most recent book, "Seek After: on Seven Modern Lyrics Poets," explores the life and work of seven poets.
Denison jumps forward three more places in U.S. News & World Report rankings of national liberal arts colleges to #43.
The Denison grounds crew works hard to maintain and beautify the campus. They recently achieved certifications for their education toward that end.
Associate Professor of Philosophy Sam Cowling’s new book, “Abstract Entities” asks challenging questions.
Denison hosts two of only 72 academically outstanding students from the U.K. participating in a unique Fulbright program.
English prof. Peter Grandbois places his own history within the context of values from a samurai code.
In the fall of 2018, Denison University is commencing a new academic program, the Middle East & North African Studies (MENA) concentration.
Denison's inaugural Entrepreneurship Summit takes place on Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 19 and 20, 2018, on the Denison campus.
Denison University faculty and staff welcome some 650 members of the Class of 2022 on Sunday, Aug. 26.
Doug Spieles, professor of environmental studies, has written a new book that looks at environmentalism through a range of human values.
Assistant professor Charles St-Georges thinks meaningful conversations can happen by academically looking at pop culture.
The NCAA has recognized Craig Hicks, assistant athletic director for athletics communications, for the excellence of his writing about athletics.
HyeKyung Lee, associate professor of music, has been awarded a prestigious orchestral commission for the Eastern Music Festival.
The American Prize in Composition for instrumental chamber music, professional division, has been awarded to Professor of Music Ching-chu Hu.
Denison is one of only 10 colleges nationally recognized in the top 50 of both the US News and World Report and the Learfield Director’s Cup.
Denison partners with Medill School of Journalism for Between Coasts conference.
Denison University celebrated the achievements of the Class of 2018 on Saturday, May 19.
Associate Professor Sheilah ReStack receives a $43,800 grant from the Canada Council for the Arts, for ‘Future From Inside.’
Denison Venture Philanthropy partnered with C-Tec to provide education and professional advancement skills for refugees in Licking County.
Our annual Academic Awards Convocation honors both teaching and learning.
The National Science Foundation has awarded graduate research fellowships to two Denison students, Patrick Banner and Madeline Van Winkle.
Iryna Klishch '18 has been recognized with the Edna Meudt Memorial Award for the National Federation of State Poetry Societies (NFSPS).
In comparison to seniors at other elite institutions, DU seniors are significantly more likely to say their college experience was game-changing.
The Mellon Foundation has approved a grant of $700,000 to Denison University for an initiative to embed “place-based” narrative in the curriculum.
A $7.5 million gift to Denison University supports library renovations and the Journalism Program.
Once again, Denison University earns a place on Peace Corps' annual Top Volunteer-Producing Schools list.
Denison University reports that the number of students who applied to the college has increased - for the fourth consecutive year.
Denison University announces newly tenured professors.
Educational thought-leader James D. Anderson will serve as the keynote speaker at Denison's 177th commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 19.
Denison's campus is known for its beautiful trees, and with more than 3,000 trees and an arboretum, the college also is a 'Tree Campus USA.'
Denison hires an entrepreneurship coach for the Red Frame Lab, the college’s center for innovation, creative problem-solving, and entrepreneurship.
Denison students Rachel Azbell ’19 and Anthony Bruno ’20 accepted into the 2018 Jazz Education Connection of Ohio Intercollegiate Jazz Ensemble.
Three Denison students were called upon for recognition at the 2017 American Model United Nations conference.
The Granville Inn has been recognized for its leadership in hospitality.
Denison University is second in the nation for students awarded the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships to study abroad.
Denison Associate Professor of English Margot Singer recently has been announced as the honoree of the Edward Lewis Wallant Award.
Physics and mathematics major Jane Bright ’18 has published a paper in the Astrophysical Journal.
The Greater Columbus Arts Council just spotlighted two members of the Denison University family, Sara Abou Rashed ’21 and Andrew Levitt ’01.
Denison University announces the appointment of Brian Paul Allen ’17 as the college’s 2017 recent student trustee
Na’il Scoggins ’17, who graduated with a major in biology and a minor in Spanish, is now a Dean’s Scholar at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
Hollis Griffin, assistant professor of communication, has authored a book, “Feeling Normal: Sexuality and Media Criticism in the Digital Age.”
A new book, “Disability Media Studies,” edited by Bill Kirkpatrick, associate professor of communication, introduces key ideas in this emerging field.
Denison's 'Red Frame Lab' is a dedicated space in the center of campus where students can examine problems and develop solutions.
Denison partners with solar and energy experts to open a solar array later this year that will provide more than 2 megawatts of energy.
Denison sports fans are among the first in the nation to video stream their favorite teams on their TVs with a custom app.
Building on Denison's extraordinary ability to unlock potential, the college has launched an historic and ambitious fundraising campaign.
The Council on Undergraduate Research has recognized Denison as a leader in undergraduate research with the organization's 2017 AURA award.
Hugh Wilder '68, holder of world records, inducted into swimming International Masters Hall of Fame.
Assistant Professor of Economics Xiao Jiang gave a video interview on the topic of exports for the Institute for New Economic Thinking.
The National Science Foundation has awarded Denison professors of physics Dan Gibson and Wes Walter a three-year research grant in the amount of $344,000.