From the President's desk

1831 Day is this Saturday — join the party!

As we celebrate 194 years of “the home we love so well,” we invite you to find ways to celebrate Denison this weekend. Here are a few ideas: 

• Post your own throwback photo from your Denison days or share your birthday wishes for Denison on social media — be sure to tag @denisonu and @denisonalums! 
• Reshare content from the Denison Alumni and Denison University social channels on Dec. 13. 
• Make plans to reconnect with a Denison friend. 
  
• Make a gift to the Annual Fund and support an initiative that means the most to you. 

Thank you for helping us celebrate Denison this 1831 Day! 

Engage with Denisonians

Denison Everywhere

Wednesday, Jan. 28 | 6-8 p.m. local time
Various locations

For one night each year, Denisonians gather in cities around the world to form new connections and strengthen old bonds. With more than 100 locations, chances are there's a celebration happening near you!  View a list of cities and register today. 

ReMix Women

March 4-6 | On campus

Participate in thought-provoking sessions, meaningful networking, and opportunities to explore leadership, purpose, and the power of community at ReMix Women. Participants will walk away with fresh perspectives and practical tools and strategies to maximize impact in the next chapter of their careers. This program is open to all Denisonians interested in engaging with its themes and conversations. Learn more and register today. 

Campaign Events

Join us for a celebration of what we can be and hear from university leadership as Denison embarks on its most ambitious philanthropic campaign yet. 

Sarasota: What We Can Be
Monday, Jan. 26 | 6 - 8 p.m. 

Tampa: What We Can Be
Tuesday, Jan. 27 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Bonita Springs: What We Can Be
Wednesday, Jan. 28 | 4 - 7:30 p.m. 

Regional Events

Denisonians in Columbus: Women's Basketball vs. Otterbein University
Friday, Dec. 19 | 6 - 10 p.m. 

Denisonians in Charlotte: Men's Basketball at the Jay Bilas Invitational
Saturday, Dec. 20 | 6 - 8:30 p.m. 

Denison in London — Presidential Reception
Thursday, Jan. 8 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Virtual Events

Candid Career Conversations: Navigating the Career Pivot
Tuesday, Jan. 6 | 7 - 8 p.m. ET

Denison's Future with AI
Wednesday, Jan. 21 | 7 - 8 p.m. ET

How you can help

Share your Denison experience with prospective students

The Office of Admission is currently reading applications for the 2026 academic year and making their final push to attract future Denisonians. Jan. 15 marks the final day for prospective first-year students to apply in either binding early decision or non-binding regular decision round, and we welcome your engagement! Learn more about Denison's holistic approach to reviewing applications, and access the alumni recommendation form on the alumni website. 

Connect us to talented high school students for Summer TUTTI
Help us spread the word about our Summer TUTTI Performing Arts Camp, held on Denison's campus! This week-long camp (held June 20-28, 2026) offers talented high school dancers, musicians, and theatre-makers a chance to deepen their skills while collaborating with professional artists and ensembles, such as Available Light Theatre, ETHEL, and Third Coast Percussion. Applications are now open, with a priority deadline of March 1. 

In other news

Big Red Good News

Join us in congratulating these Denisonians on their accomplishments, and keep sharing your Big Red Good News for a chance to be featured! 

Denison student and Big Red baseball player Eric Colaco ’25 is a finalist for the Cleveland Sports Commission Male Collegiate Athlete of the Year! Denisonians everywhere can vote for him until Jan. 9. 

Meghan Pearce ’16 and Will Lull ’17 were married on Oct. 11 and celebrated with nearly 40 Denison alums (photo credit: Kir Tuben Photography).

Steve Nazaruk ’73 was recently inducted into the Ohio Lacrosse Hall of Fame. His teammates Dave Wright ’73, Steve Layman ’73, Billy Taylor ’76, Rick Watkins ’75, and Larry Harmon ’73 were there to celebrate.