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Photo of Nan Carney-DeBord.

The leader who gave all Denison athletics a lift

Athletic director Nan Carney-DeBord ’80 is retiring after 14 years of distinguished service. These stories capture her energy, ingenuity, and generosity.
Photo of a young Gary McAvay in a suit and tie, holding a classic straw boater hat.

True Wealth

The gift of Gary.
Sam Cuyler leaning against a door frame wearing a three-piece suit.

Uniquely suited for The Hill

Sam Culyer ’24 became known among his peers as a particularly dapper Denisonian.
Illustration of William C. Dennis.

William C. Dennis

Former History Professor
Katie Welch ’99 photo

Katie Welch ’99, CMO of Rare Beauty

Welch says, “critical thinking is an invaluable skill in marketing … and having endless curiosity, paired with determination and decisiveness.”
via WWD
A view of the Knowlton Center for Career Exploration entrance with several students gathered in the lobby.

Denison earns national award for career services excellence

Award affirms Denison’s leadership in preparing students to launch quickly and successfully after graduation.
Francesca Gunn ’25 recieves the Kussmaul Award.

Francesca Gunn ’25 honored with the Kussmaul Award

Biochemistry major Gunn supported individuals with special needs through therapeutic interactions with horses.
Teckie Shackelford '56

Teckie Shackelford ’56 is an activist for education

The co-founder of I Know I Can, which has helped thousands of kids go to college, says higher education is a right everyone should have.
via Columbus Monthly
Cameron McIntosh '25

Cameron McIntosh ’25 selected as recent student trustee

As a scholar and athlete, Cameron McIntosh will bring a broad student perspective to the Denison Board of Trustees.
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.
Photo of Granville street lined with restaurants, shops, and people on a spring day.

Granville named one of top 10 small town food scenes by USA TODAY

From Aladdin Diner to Mai Chau’s Vietnamese street food, Granville offers a wide range of dining possibilities to residents and Denison students.
via Columbus Dispatch
Denison students from the Reporting Project conducting an interview.

Denison journalism program part of a growing national movement

Twelve Denison students are involved with The Reporting Project, making it Licking County’s largest newsroom and an essential source of local news.
via Northwestern | Medill local news coverage
Denison University 2025 Student Commencement Speaker Jess Cohen

2025 Student Commencement Speaker: Jess Cohen ’25

Denison’s 2025 student commencement speaker is Jess Cohen, a history and Black studies double major from Brooklyn, New York.
Viola Day ’26

Viola Day ’26 is recognized for exceptional leadership

Day is receiving the Ping Award for her work in serving people in need in Licking County.
Brett Reiter '14

Brett Reiter ’14 leads Cinema Columbus Film Festival

The festival features films made in Ohio and across the globe, including Denison cinema student Tyler Nguyen’s short film, “Stuck in Frame.”
via 10tv.com
Karen Spierling

Prof. Karen Spierling: Different cultures can thrive side by side

An active Sunday morning at the Columbus Convention Center offers proof that “real human beings” cross divides and care for one another.
via Columbus Dispatch
Denison swim and dive team celebrates on the podium with their trophy.

Denison’s sixth NCAA men’s title is a triumph of team culture

Denison swimmers and divers dominated a national field with an awesome display of team depth. Women’s squad delivered an impressive fourth-place finish.
David Baker

Emeritus professor David Baker poem appears in The New Yorker

Read Baker’s poem, or listen to him read it aloud.
via The New Yorker
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