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Students gathered in the Fillius Events Barn three days after the midterm elections to hear Hamilton Assistant Professor of Government Gabriel Foy-Sutherland and Utica University Distinguished Professor of Political Science Luke Perry as they shared their thoughts about what led to the results, and what the nation might expect from newly elected representatives once they are sworn into office in January.

On Oct. 30, the beginning of Halloweekend, College Archivist Jeremy Katz and Connor Havelka ’28 hosted a tour of the College Cemetery to share information about some of the influential residents of the “last dormitory,” spooky stories, and headstone symbols. The cemetery, located between Bristol Center and Morris House, was opened in 1820, just eight years after the College’s founding.

He was 14 when his quiet childhood in Bellmore, N.Y., was upended with news from the Congo.

In an email to the Hamilton community on Nov. 5, Provost and Dean of Faculty Ngoni Munemo announced the passing of Carl Rubino, Winslow Professor of Classics Emeritus.

Sky Gellatly ’03 is a matchmaker. Through his company ICNCLST, he brings together contemporary artists and big brands such as Marc Jacobs, Comme des Garçons, and Nike. His work is making him a major force in the intersection between blue chip art and brand collaborations.

Hamilton’s Music Department hosted its first Jazz Workshop on Oct. 23, welcoming about 74 high school students and educators from across the region for a day of improvisation clinics, big band workshops, and performances.

Student writer Mairin Hoffman ’29 and digital media intern Jasper DeWitt ’27 popped into campus study spots to chat with students about why they chose the stickers adorning their laptops.

When Richard Burns ’77 came out as gay in his sophomore year at Hamilton, there were no other models on campus, but he felt a personal conviction to be unapologetically who he was. “It was very challenging from a mental health perspective, but I had no choice,” he said. “I wouldn’t have survived if I hadn’t come out of the closet.”

More than 100 students have conducted research at the Hamilton Aviary since it first opened in 2014. The Aviary has also evolved over time and is now home to three permanent residents; American Crows Asher, Poe, and Lenore.

5 tips for what to pay attention to that you might miss from Assistant Professor of Music Alex Bádue.