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As you prepare to turn your calendar page to 2023, you’re probably wondering — What were the top Hamilton news stories of 2022? Well, ponder no more. We’ve compiled this list just for you!

As the saying goes, “All good things come in threes.” This summer, Hamilton welcomed three new senior officers — Ngonidzashe Munemo, vice president for academic affairs and dean of faculty; Christopher Card, vice president and dean of students; and Sean Bennett, the inaugural vice president for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Major national and regional news organizations regularly interview Hamilton faculty, staff, and students for their expertise and perspectives on current events, and to feature programs and activities on campus. Highlights of June’s coverage have been compiled by the Media Relations Office.

Christopher D. Card will join Hamilton College on August 15 as vice president and dean of students.

Director of the Days-Massolo Center Paola Lopez and Associate Dean of Diversity & Inclusion Maria Genao-Homs recently presented at the 2021 National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) Multicultural Institute.

What approaches are best situated to set students up for success from orientation to graduation? How can colleges and universities ensure that such programs have the most impact and are sustainable? These were among questions posed during U.S. News’ webinar “Building a Foundation for Student Well-Being and Success.” Dean of Students Terry Martinez joined this webinar’s panel of representatives from Georgia State and Ohio State Universities and Vector Solutions along with moderator Michael Morella, U.S. News Live managing editor, on Oct. 5.

Associate Dean of Diversity and Inclusion Maria Genao-Homs is the recipient of the Region II Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Award from the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA).

Initiated this semester by the Residential Life Office, the RSA program includes two sophomores, one junior, and two seniors whose job is to be a friendly point of contact with students studying remotely, keep them engaged with the community on campus and off, and connect them to resources and events.

Assistant Professor of Government Erica De Bruin, Professor of Economics Ann Owen, and Director of Orientation and First-year Programs Tessa Chefalo appeared prominently in The Washington Post, American Public Media’s Marketplace, and The Chronicle of Higher Education, respectively, this month.

Dean of Students Terry Martinez announced that Sarah Solomon has been appointed associate dean of students for student support services. She replaces Lorna Chase who left Hamilton this summer.