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Colgate University faculty, staff, and alumni regularly provide their expertise and contribute to national and regional media outlets shaping discussions about vital research and current events.

Peter Balakian, Donald M. and Constance H. Rebar Professor in humanities, professor of English, and Pulitzer Prize-winning poet, reads selections from his newest work, New York Trilogy, on the most recent episode of 13, Colgate’s award-winning podcast.  

Colgate University faculty, staff, and alumni regularly provide their expertise and contribute to national and regional media outlets shaping discussions about vital research and current events.

This summer, 19 Colgate University Upstate Institute Field School Fellows partnered with community organizations in and around Hamilton and the Adirondacks to pursue research projects that directly addressed a need or issue identified by the community partner organization.

Pipcorn co-founder Jen Martin will bring more than a decade of experience building brands from the ground up, when she begins working with Colgate University’s student entrepreneurs as the new Weiner Family Entrepreneur in Residence in the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (E&I).

Professor of English and Creative Writing Jennifer Brice has been appointed to serve as Gretchen Hoadley Burke ’81 Endowed Chair in regional studies for the 2025–26 academic year.

Pinchin’s legacy as a teacher-scholar and administrative leader touches nearly every aspect of the University.

The exhibit focuses on the history and stories behind personal possessions, art, books, documents, and other items in the museum’s collection.

State and regional experts recently visited Colgate to share their perspectives on issues raised in Matthew Desmond’s book.

The University’s highest student honor recognizes character, scholarship, and service that exemplify the Colgate spirit. It is given each year to a member of the graduating class.