Colgate University announced the creation of two endowed faculty chairs that will support teaching and research in areas important to The Third-Century Plan.
Colgate University’s 15th president, Rebecca S. Chopp, will be recognized for her leadership with an endowed chair in the humanities, named in her honor.
While at Colgate as Christian A. Johnson Foundation Artist-in-Residence, Maxwell met with classes, gave a lecture, and shared his work in progress with an open studio in Bernstein Hall.
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.
The events were in coordination with Colgate's Arts, Creativity, and Innovation Initiative, presented by Living Writers, University Museums, and the Ryan Family Film Series.
The chapter was honored with both the Premio Octavio Paz and Premio Jose Martel Award, presented at the National Triennial Convention in Panama City, Panama.
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.