Commencement 2026
The Kenyon community celebrated the Class of 2026 at its 198th Commencement ceremony on May 16, including an address by Oscar-winning costume designer Paul Tazewell H’26.
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As the Class of 2026 leaves Kenyon, here’s a look at the work, research and educational opportunities that await some of them after Commencement.
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From award-winning writers to influential politicians, the College has had many unforgettable graduation day speakers.
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Faculty from a variety of different departments were promoted to associate professor at the spring meeting of the College’s Board of Trustees.
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The student leader and athlete who won the Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award on Honors Day talks about his favorite memories of Kenyon as he prepares to graduate.
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Outstanding achievements by students, faculty and alumni were recognized during this year’s Honors Day program.
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Amanda Kuo ’26 and Grace Jansen ’26 have had a significant impact on stage, in the pool, and in and out of the classroom.
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Making a difference in the community by volunteering on campus and in Knox County has become a top priority for many students.
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The College ranked third among small schools in producing volunteers for the government agency that promotes world peace and friendship.
First Person: Student Life at Kenyon
Sun and Soil
What a class trip to the Galápagos taught one student about connection, community and the heat that lingers long after the sun fades.
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Missing Pieces
First Person: Student Life at KenyonA trip to Greece as part of a travel-embedded course provided a valuable window into the plundering of ancient sites — and a resolution for one student to be part of the solution.
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Farewell, Old Kenyon
First Person: Student Life at KenyonA senior English major’s reflection on her Kenyon experience.
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Sidesteps at Six
First Person: Student Life at KenyonFirst impressions formed in Lewis Hall set the tone for Kenyon moments both big and ordinary.
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Could AI Save Endangered Archives?
In the News — Ohio NewsroomDeterioration is endangering historical archives across the country. Kenyon faculty members Katherine Elkins and Jon Chun are working with a team of students to help preserve materials from collections like the New Orleans Jazz Museum.
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‘My Career as a Diplomat Started in a Small Liberal Arts School’
In the News — WOSU 89.7 NPR NewsU.S. Ambassador Bridget Brink ’91 spoke in Gambier about the importance of education and continuing the fight for freedom in Ukraine and other parts of the world.
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30 Most Beautiful College Campuses in the U.S.
In the News — Travel + LeisureA recent round-up by Travel + Leisure singles out Kenyon's hilltop Middle Path as an “idyllic” walk.