The Brainy Bunch
After persevering through a global pandemic, Conn’s graduating seniors are ready to make their mark on the world.
Features
Harbor of Pharaohs
Archaeologist Kathryn Bard ’68 discusses a decade of discoveries in Egypt—and the mystery of Punt.
The Wager
David Grann ’89 seeks truth in a tale of shipwreck, mutiny and murder in the 18th century.
6th Dimension
Artists use science fiction to center the Black experience and imagine a more equitable future.
Defying the Boundaries of Time
A new generation of legacy donors advances a Conn tradition
Notebook
Swimmer of the Year
Justin Finkel ’25 became just the second Camel to be named NESCAC Swimmer of the Year.
Notable Retirements
Fran Shields P’14 is retiring after 43 years on campus, along with some other key campus figures.
Watson Winner
Isabella Amaro Varas ’23 has been awarded a Thomas J. Watson Fellowship.
The Blueprint
The second annual POCA Fashion Show, hosted by Conn’s People of Color Alliance, took place in April.
Rising Together
Acclaimed environmental writer Elizabeth Rush delivers sixth annual President’s Distinguished Lecture.
When Oprah Calls
‘Hello Beautiful,’ the fourth novel by Ann Napolitano ’94, is the 100th selection for Oprah’s Book Club
Ink & Tracks
New creative offerings from Connecticut College alumni.
Reading the Rainbow
A Conn education class expands local K-8 classroom libraries.
From the President
President Bergeron looks ahead to the future of Connecticut College.
Flipbook
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