In the News

Asst. Prof. Robert Bennett's research has found that black athletes' activism inspires more African Americans to get politically involved.

Prof. Paul Djupe's research is cited in an article about current beliefs of faith groups juxtaposed with LGBTQ rights.

Dr. Sophia French '11, a child neurologist at Oregon Health and Science University, explains a new study about alcohol/tobacco use while pregnant.

Author Pam Houston '83 gets kudos and the Colorado Book Award for creative nonfiction for her book “Deep Creek: Finding Hope in the High Country."

Anna Spain Bradley '99, an expert in international law and human rights has been named vice chancellor for equity, diversity & inclusion at UCLA.

Prof. Laura Russell in conversation with Denison parent Frank Agin about the value of conversation.

Karthik Kripapuri '94 Ceo of omnichannel marketing and experience cloud technology company Selligent, shares positivity around Covid-19.

"Home is safety, home is sleep, getting enough sleep for possibly the first time in my whole life," says Pam Houston '83.

During the Covid-19 pandemic, Denison students are engaged in free virtual fitness and wellness sessions including yoga, movement, & meditation.

Jazz Pharmaceuticals today announced the appointment of Kim Sablich '90 as executive vice president, general manager of North America.

James Whitaker '93 has been welcomed into the American Society of Cinematographers.

Economics major Ryan Brown '18 helps his clients plan for the future as he shares his financial expertise.

In times of crisis, churches have long served as hospitals says Professor Adam Davis.

Andrew Levitt '01 has gone from a popular Columbus drag performer and gay rights activist to one of the most recognizable drag queens in the world.

Alan Orth '71 began advocating for the environment while a student at Denison and brought a sustainable culture to his hometown of Weston, MA.

University of Colorado Law School Professor Anna Spain Bradley '99 has been elected to Council on Foreign Relations.

Denison's grounds and landscape manager, Kevin Mercer, was honored for his work of sustainably maintaining and beautifying the college’s campus.

Denison's “Homestay” program, connects faculty and community members with students stranded by the pandemic.

Wes Judd is burning up the miles as an ultramarathoner - with seven top-ten finishes.

Television journalist Niyah Gonzalez '16 will join Todd Unger as the news anchor for KXXV's 5, 6 and 10 p.m. newscasts in Waco, Texas.

"History American Pop" by Laura Roosevelt '83, great-granddaughter of Franklin and Eleanor, connects history and abstract art.

Bob Ghiloni led the Denison men's basketball program for nearly two decades. He remains on the faculty as a professor.

Dr. Mark McLoney '81, a theatre major at Denison, is the medical director for MetroHealth’s LGBTQI+ Pride Network in his hometown of Norwalk, Ohio.

In the face of the coronavirus outbreak, Prof. Karen Spierling focuses on the value proposition of a liberal arts education.

Entrepreneur Emily Merrell '09 majored in Spanish & Comm., worked for Tory Burch & now leads Six Degrees Society, with chapters across the US.

Goldman Sachs partner Heather Bellini '91 is one of Barron's 100 most influential women in finance.

Homestead aficionado Richard Downs '77 shares his views on sustainability and the future.

TUTTI Festival of new arts brings together a variety of composers, artists & musicians for five days of events.

The Denison Venture Philanthropy has awarded $10,000 and 200 student volunteer hours to Hospice of Central Ohio

Some of Emeriti Psychology Prof. Harry Heft's research on cognitive mapping was developed on the Denison campus - see why it's important today.

Sara Abou Rashed's one-woman show, "Map of Myself," premieres in Philadelphia.

Visiting prof. Doug Swift's short documentary explores life in a former Ohio mining community.

Prof. Fadhel Kaboub agrees that a shift from fossil fuels to cleaner energy sources, such as solar and wind, would benefit rural communities.

Econ major Erik Kleinbeck '92 has been named head of business development with investment adviser Third Avenue Management.

Prof. Paul Djupe finds the rate driving up the religious nones appears to be slowing, and shares some reasons why that might be happening.

Biology prof. Ayana Hinton relishes her role as an example to women in STEM fields.

Award-winning author Deirdre Cooper Owens to deliver Denison MLK keynote "Why We Can't Wait: Reckoning with Race and Health Inequalities”

Art Chonko, DU director of facilities services, shares updates of construction plans for the campus.

Prof. Klemetti says the Tala volcano, formed in the middle of a lake in the Philippines, is one of the 10 most dangerous volcanos in the world.

"Treat volcanoes with the respect that they deserve because they are relatively unpredictable," says vulcanologist & prof. Erik Klemetti.

Cinema major Marty Jones '86 has had a long career in film that has stretched from coast to coast. His latest endeavor is leading Austin Studios.

Tami Wells Thomas '94 will be sworn as a Magistrate Court judge in Covington, GA.

Student journalist Shanti Basu '20 writes about a Newark women's recovery home, launched by Denison entrepreneur coach Kerry Shea Penland.

Usman Gul '13, co-founder & CEO of Airlift, raised Pakistan’s largest seed money package within six months of launching his company.

Psychology prof. Erin Henshaw finds meaning in being a role model and teaching at Denison.

Big Red RB Alex Minton '20 is a National Gagliardi Trophy semifinalist — and he's strong off the field too. The biology major maintains a 3.5 GPA.

Screen playwright Jeffrey Hatcher '80 shares behind-the-scenes intel about "the Good Liar," starring Helen Mirren and Ian McKellen

Enjoy an interview with renowned cellist Matt Haimovitz, a Vail Series artist performing "A Movable Feast" over this week at Denison.

Political scientist Paul Djupe shares his research about church involvement in politics, calling into question recent Pew research on the topic.

Math major Daweed Abdiel '19 works at Deloitte in northern Virginia, using data analytics to help federal agencies operate more efficiently.