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Barack Obama, 44th president of the United States, captivated a capacity crowd on April 3 at Hamilton College where he reminded those who may be seeking change: “The most important office in this democracy is the citizen, the ordinary person, who says, ‘No, that’s not right.’”

The Sacerdote Great Names series in a massive annual undertaking that brings renowned leaders in government, entertainment, the world of sports, and more to Hamilton. Planning begins months in advance, and involves employees from every part of campus. Here are stories and first-person reflections from some of those behind-the-scenes people who make it all happen.

Assistant professors Viva Horowitz (physics) and Wei Zhan (economics) were approved for tenure at the March meeting of the Board of Trustees.

National and regional news organizations regularly interview Hamilton faculty, staff, alumni, and students for their expertise and perspectives on current events, and to feature programs and activities on campus. February’s news topics included varied subjects from President Barack Obama’s upcoming visit to campus to the possible economic and political effects of decisions made by President Donald Trump.

For the 21st consecutive year, Hamilton has been recognized among the colleges and universities with the most students selected for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.

Barack H. Obama, the 44th president of the United States, will be the next guest in Hamilton College’s Sacerdote Great Names Series on Thursday, April 3, at 7:30 p.m., in the Margaret Bundy Scott Field House. Hamilton is the first college to host President Obama for a moderated Q&A appearance since he left office in 2017.

National and regional news organizations regularly interview Hamilton faculty, staff, alumni, and students for their expertise and perspectives on current events, and to feature programs and activities on campus. January’s news topics included varied subjects from Communism to third-term presidential possibilities.

Dean of Faculty Ngoni Munemo announced on Jan. 29 that Natalie Nannas, associate professor of biology, will serve as the next associate dean of faculty, covering arts and sciences.

The Hamilton College Town-Gown Fund recently awarded nearly $123,000 to 13 local non-profits and public safety organizations serving the Town of Kirkland and the Village of Clinton.

The Mellon Foundation has awarded Hamilton College a $750,000 grant to establish a program in American Indian and Indigenous Studies (AIIS).