News Index

Werth Examines Rare Whale In New Zealand

January 21, 2025

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In December, Patterson Professor of Biology Alexander Werth spent time in New Zealand as one of only three foreign scientists invited to examine and engage with the exceptionally rare spade-toothed whale.

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Third Annual One Brotherhood Dinner Welcomes Founding Fathers

January 17, 2025

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Students gathered in Kirby Field House on Tuesday, January 14, to kick off the 2025 spring semester and watch history come to life in a historic reenactment by the St. John’s Church Foundation.

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Szabo Receives Award for Book Research

January 13, 2025

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Hampden-Sydney College Elliott Associate Professor of Fine Arts Victor Szabo received a historical research award for his book Turn On, Tune In, Drift Off: Ambient Music's Psychedelic Past.

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250 Years and Going Strong

December 16, 2024

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Hampden-Sydney College continues to thrive 250 years into its legacy of forming good men and good citizens. From historic gifts and capital projects to a thriving academic community, 2024 has left a notable mark.

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Bloom Publishes Journal Article

December 09, 2024

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Professor of Physics and Astronomy Steven Bloom recently published an academic article in Physics Education.

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H-SC Gives Back to Farmville Community

December 06, 2024

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As part of the Heat Watch Project, Hampden-Sydney College students, faculty, and staff participated in a tree planting event at Farmville’s new splash pad.

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A Legacy of Generosity

December 04, 2024

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Together, Rodney and Carson Pitts ’15 have established the Rodney Carson Pitts ’15 Scholarship to enable qualified students from eastern North Carolina to experience the same high-quality education that Carson received at Hampden-Sydney College.

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Students Shine at International NATO Competition

December 02, 2024

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On November 1, four Hampden-Sydney students took home gold from the 2024 WMGIC x NATO Countering Disinformation Challenge.

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A Life-Saving Gift

November 19, 2024

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An exemplary Hampden-Sydney man, Peyton Lambert ’27 courageously and selflessly donated his stem cells after discovering he was a match for a leukemia patient.

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H-SC Joins College Climbing Competition

November 14, 2024

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In the next year, Hampden-Sydney College will participate in a climbing competition with five other institutions, aiming to strengthen relationships among students and other colleges.

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