Events

Director of the OCC Amy Gaffney will be at McEwen FoJo ready to talk with faculty about using oral communication as an instructional tool. Whether it's a specific question about an existing assignment or dreaming about how oral communication (oral exams? presentations? podcasts?) could fit in a class next semester, you are welcome to stop by. We'll buy you a cup of coffee (or your choice of drink) and chat for as long as you can stay!

Drop by the OCC to get your questions about the Winter Intensive answered! On the fence about applying? Wondering if you're eligible for a travel stipend? Questions about the Public Speaking Competition? Ask them all here!   The OCC's Winter Intensive is a free program that will take place from January 14-18, 2026. See our website for more details. Applications for the Intensive are open now through Monday, November 3 at 12 noon and can be found here.

Hamilton Conversations: What Is It Like to be an International Student Now? And How Can Alumni Help? News stories skim the surface of what it’s like to be an international student now. We hear horror stories but know little about the day-to-day experiences of students from outside the U.S. who have made the Hill their academic home. Join Director of International Student Services Omobonike (Bonike) Odegbami, who will lead a presentation to help us all understand the ever-changing rules, laws, and news related to the international student experi...

Open recreation ice skating at Sage Rink for members of the Hamilton Community. Rental skates and helmets are available at the fieldhouse Recreation Equipment Hub. Hill card required.  Skating activity only, no pucks or sticks. 

Join us for lunch and conversation in Spanish! All levels welcome.  Location details: Commons East Dining Area (ground floor under the balcony area, near the main quad).

Bob Sneider, Associate Professor of Jazz and Contemporary Media at the Eastman School of Music will join Gabe Condon for a lunch time concert of original compositions and jazz standards. 

Please join Prof. Kristin Renkema, Associate Professor of Biomedical Sciences, Grand Valley State University, for a Biology Talk.

Start your week with a lunch-time blast in this effective and up-tempo full body workout. The class features a warm up followed by 30 minutes of interval training involving bodyweight exercises, dumbbells, kettlebells, and various other equipment. The class is structured to cater to anyone, no matter what your age, body type or level of experience is. Modifications or additional challenges are offered to those who need them. Instructor: Carrie Sherwood

Open Recreational Hockey activity for members of the Hamilton College Campus community. Sticks and pucks are allowed during this time, so helmets are required for all skaters. Skates and helmets are available at the Field House equipment desk. College ID required.

This class will teach you the basic punching, kicking, footwork, and body movement techniques of kickboxing while boosting your fitness. Participants will engage in station drills, shadowboxing, calisthenics, striking of a bag or pads, and partner work to build strength, coordination, and confidence. This is a non-contact class; no sparring (striking of others) is permitted or included. Participants are advised to bring their own boxing gloves (10 ounce minimum). A limited quantity will be available for participants without their own.Instructor...

Join us on the third floor of the chapel to meditate with us.

Are you presenting a poster at the upcoming Science Summer Research Poster Session or New York 6 Conference? Regardless of how beautiful yet informative your poster is, the preparation for a poster presentation isn't done yet. Come learn how to prepare a brief pitch introducing audiences to your poster's content and think through the follow-up conversations that make poster presentations an engaging experience for your audience. This session is best suited for presenters who have already created a poster to present, though all are welcome.

Interested in talking to one of the Global Learning Ambassadors about global learning opportunities? Drop in or make an appointment to talk about study abroad. In addition to this advising, an ambassador is also available on Fridays in the Global Learning Office (CJ 105 from 1-3). All are welcome! Make an appointment here.

Zumba is perfect for everybody and every body. Zumba is a calorie-burning dance fitness party that combines low intensity and high intensity moves for a totally body workout and dance experience. Join the class and LET IT MOVE YOU! Instructor: Suzanne Crawford

Introduction to CITRIX and STATA workshop for Economics 166 students. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOPS.

Join Sotheby’s for a virtual info session designed to introduce students to our Early Talent Programs and offer a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s really like to build a career at an auction house. For information & to register see Handshake

Join us for Finance is for All, a conversation with Employer in Residence Rich Bernstein ‘80, as he shares insights on the wide range of career opportunities in the finance sector. Learn more and register on Handshake. 

Have clothes that need fixin’? Or are they feeling a little plain? Join us in the Makerspace to upcycle your clothes!  Repair, embellish, add patches, or just come and learn how to sew!  We’ll have all the materials you need, plus a brand new sewing machine!  This event is led by Digital Media Tutors

Join Hamilton Herbivores for a taste of plant-based comfort food (there will be "chicken" nuggets and mac and cheese, of course).

Want to get involved with student government? Want to be informed on all things Hamilton? Attend a Student Government Alliance meeting. These meetings are open to all students of the Hamilton community. 

Intramural Basketball league play!

Join us for our weekly meeting! Take a break from studying and come have a snack and relax.

Interest meeting for those interested in joining Nordic Ski. Will include schedule of races, requirements for getting cleared, and practice information.

Please join us for a group meditation.

Join us for an information session on the AIT (American International Track)-Budapest: Computer Science program to explore how computer science majors can spend a semester or year studying in English in Budapest. You’ll learn about small class sizes, hands-on coursework in CS, and the chance to take humanities electives.