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Commemorating The 100th Anniversary Of The Gator At Allegheny College

For a century, the Gator has been Allegheny College’s beloved mascot. Although there are no alligators native to Western Pennsylvania, that hasn’t deterred the staying power of the iconic character. So, why the Gators?

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As Goes Meadville, So Goes Allegheny College

Colleges and the towns they inhabit are a little like bees and flowers. Both need the other to flourish. The cross-pollination between Allegheny and Meadville delivers a diverse range of opportunities for the region and for students and faculty. The result is a healthy, resilient ecosystem for life and learning.

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Pennsylvania Superior Court Holds Historic Session at Allegheny College, Judge Murray Highlights Civic Role of Judiciary

On Tuesday, October 1, Allegheny College hosted the Pennsylvania Superior Court, hearing oral arguments for several cases, as well as hosting a lecture by Judge Mary Murray, Judge Maria McLaughlin, and Judge Megan McCarthy King about the court's civic purpose.

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Allegheny College Only College to Receive Safety Grant from PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency

Allegheny College has received a $150,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency’s Nonprofit Security Grant Program to support the purchase of more security cameras and door access units across campus. Among the list of grantees, Allegheny was the only college to receive funding from this program. The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and […]

Microcredentials Make Liberal Arts Graduates Even More Competitive

Microcredentials Make Liberal Arts Graduates Even More Competitive

Any student looking for a job knows that they are not just competing with other talent, but with algorithms and AI utilized to sort through applicants. Even with a well-crafted resume and LinkedIn profile filled with keywords that match an intended role, skills may not be highlighted. Cue the microcredential.  Microcredentials raise an applicant’s profile […]

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Allegheny College Celebrates Historic Solar Eclipse At Eclipse Fest

Take a look at Eclipse Fest, held on April 8, 2024. Click on a photo to view a larger version.

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Allegheny College Awarded Designation by State of Pennsylvania as a PA Hunger-Free Campus

The Pennsylvania Department of Education has designated Allegheny College as a PA Hunger-Free Campus. Ian Binnington, Dean for the Student Experience, said of the achievement, “The designation isn’t just about fiddling with meal plans. It’s about structurally thinking about what are the needs of students, how we assess those needs, and how we meet those […]

2023 International Bazaar

Allegheny College Goes Around The World During International Education Week

Around the world in one week! Over 350+ community members attended the annual International Bazaar, where 25 countries represented their heritage through food, as part of International Education Week. The initiative is hosted by the Office of International Student Services and the International Club.  Anh Nguyen ’25, president of the International Club, says, “I just […]

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The Year in Photos: 2023 at Allegheny College

Take a look back at campus life at Allegheny in 2023. Click on a photo to view a larger version.

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Caflisch Hall Time Capsule Discovery Reveals 1928 Treasure Trove

When crews began demolishing Caflisch Hall, they expected a lot of noise, dust and rubble. What they did not count on was finding a metal time capsule box neatly placed inside one of the building’s cornerstones.  Jeffrey Jones, facilities plant maintenance supervisor marveled at the discovery. “My first thought when I heard they found it […]