A Message from The Hill

Associate Vice President and Director of Athletics Matt Tanney reflects on his memorable first year at Denison while previewing what's ahead for Big Red Athletics. View the video. 

Campus Briefs

Within a few hours, Denison claims two national championships

Two titles, one day. On March 21, Denison athletics joined rare company when both the women's basketball team and men's swimming and diving team delivered NCAA titles just hours apart. Learn more about both teams' incredible championship finishes. 

Commemorate these incredible wins with merch! Shop the women's basketball and men's swimming and diving collections now through the end of April! 

Denison alums reflect on 2026 Hall of Fame honor

In their own words, the 2026 Varsity D Association Hall of Fame inductees describe the joys of representing Denison athletics. The 10 new members will be inducted during Big Red Weekend, Nov. 6 - 8.

Launching Lives

Opportunities for students, including scholarships, will grow at Denison thanks to a new $8 million gift

Jonathan Silverstein ’89 and his wife, Natalie, recently made a transformational gift that fuels scholarships, student opportunities, and the university's highest initiatives. Check out the full story. 

Emily Marshall ’10 appointed inaugural director of new King Center

Associate Professor of Economics Emily Marshall ’10 has been named the inaugural director of the new Emily Hauser King and Robert E. King Center for Data and Innovation. Marshall joined the Denison faculty in 2024 as an associate professor and director of quantitative initiatives. Learn more. 

Denison's Day of Giving is April 22 — but you don't have to wait to make an impact. Make your gift today and help build momentum. Your support now sets the tone for a strong Day of Giving and inspires others to join in. 

Engage with Denisonians

To find a complete listing of events, visit the alumni page. 

Campaign Events
All Denisonians are invited to celebrate What We Can Be and hear from university leadership as Denison pursues its most ambitious philanthropic campaign yet. 

Chicago: What We Can Be
Tuesday, April 21 | 6 - 8  p.m.

The Summit Series: Academic Innovation on The Hill
Columbus, Ohio
Monday, May 18 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Long Island: What We Can Be
Tuesday, July 28 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Nantucket: What We Can Be
Thursday, July 30 | 6 - 8  p.m.

Jackson Hole: What We Can Be
Monday, Aug. 10 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Reunion is less than two months away! 

More than 500 Denisonians have already made plans to return to The Hill this summer. If this is your year to celebrate, you do not want to miss out! Register today for the celebration happening June 11 - 14. 

Virtual Events

How to Start a Business in Three Months (Without Quitting Your Job)
Monday, May 4 | 7 - 8 p.m. ET

Share, Lift, Lead: Why Wellness & Well-Being are Important 
Wednesday, May 6 | 6 - 7 p.m. ET

Learning for What's Next: AI for Alumni

Session I: Understanding the Technology Shaping Your World
May 13 | 6:30 - 8 p.m. ET

Session II: AI in Your Workflow — Staying Ahead in a Changing Landscape
May 20 | 6:30 - 8 p.m. ET 

Session III: AI and Your Career — Finding Where it Actually Helps
May 27 | 6:30 - 8 p.m. ET