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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!

Dave Lahey ’83 was lying in a hospital bed in Toronto, more than a little unsure of his future — or if he had any future at all. The long-ago Hamilton hockey captain was in trouble. Cancer had grabbed him hard the year before and wasn’t letting go. One afternoon, he was asked to watch a Continental game online.

The Levitt (Center) Law & Justice Lab, a program designed for students interested in synthesizing perspectives on public policy issues, just concluded a semester focused on exploring policies affecting homelessness in Utica, N.Y. The experience was led by Professors Frank Anechiarico (government), Herman Lehman (biology), Philip Bean (history), and Gwendolyn Dordick (government).

Applause rumbled as the Tolles Pavilion shook. My vision readjusted past the blazing bright lights as I scanned the crowd. Joyful eyes and smiles. Raised arms and cheers. I don’t remember breathing in those moments, but I remember what I felt. I was in a state of pure wonderment as I fixed the microphone back to the stand.

After two years of supporting virtual conference attendance, ROOTS — Hamilton’s Society for Students of Color in STEM — took 14 members to the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized Students (ABRCMS) in Anaheim, Calif. The trip, which took place from Nov. 8 to 12, came at no fee to students, thanks to funding from the Dean of Faculty’s Office and a grant from Howard Hughes Medical Institute.

kylie burnham ’15 is always working on a lot of projects. While they might appear unrelated, there’s a common thread: they all make people’s lives better.

This semester I’m taking “Mormonism in America and the World” taught by Professor of Religious Studies Quincy Newell. I chose this class because I am interested in learning about a religion that is highly stigmatized and controversial. I was also intrigued by how the course explores the public perceptions of Mormonism and how they shape the religion.

November’s news coverage highlights include a profile of alumnus and folk musician Jake Blount ’17, announcement of Hamilton’s new dean of admission, and an interview with the Wellin Museum’s director discussing its 10th anniversary.

The fourth annual Lighting of Our Village on Nov. 29 celebrated what light means to different cultural and faith traditions and its value as a symbol of hope. The event featured prizes, a cappella performances,snacks — and, of course, sparklers.

In November, 13 students accompanied Director of Outdoor Leadership Andrew Jillings to the 50th international conference of the Association for Experiential Education (AEE) in Black Mountain, N.C.