Commencement ’26: Social Cut
A steady rain couldn’t dampen spirits—far from it—on a joyful Commencement morning.
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Video: Commencement Sights and Sounds
Enjoy some of the sights and sounds from Voter Quad celebrating the Class of 2026.
Campus Blossoms
Horticulturist Tim Parsons guides us through some of the showiest flowering trees now blooming on campus.
Day in the Life: Joaquin Chica Levy ’27
Computer Science and Economics major Joaquin’s recent Sunday included the student art market, studying at Davis Library, club meetings, and dinner at Two Brothers.
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College Celebrates Student Service at Annual Durkin Awards
The ceremony at Wilson Hall recognized outstanding leadership across a wide range of volunteer activities.
The Student Mind
by Hector Vila
Citing experiences in two of his courses, an associate professor of writing and rhetoric counters public sentiment that today’s college students are not taking the time to contemplate—and are writing less and less.
Video: What Does Spring Feel Like?
Students enjoying a warm day described the mood-lifting power of green grass, flowering trees, and sunshine.
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Sounds of Spain
While at the Middlebury School in Madrid, Xander Bowles ’26 immersed himself in the language, culture, and history of flamenco guitar.
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Day in the Life: Caio Brown ’26
Hang on! By car, bike, and scooter, the Middlebury senior takes us on a whirlwind tour of his day.
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