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'22 grads drafted to play professional cricket

Twin brothers Saurabh Patwal '22 and Gaurav Patwal '22 are professional cricketers ¡ª perhaps uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø¡¯s first. They just wrapped up their rookie season for the Dallas Xforia Giants in the USA Minor League Cricket Association.

Preparing to respond to mental health issues in the classroom

Amy Zero '06, an award-winning counselor at Rock Island Academy, works with uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø education majors on how to respond to their future students who may be experiencing a mental health issue.

uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø selects Dr. Erin Kempker to lead new Center for Engaged Learning, Teaching, and Scholarship

Dr. Erin Kempker will start at the college Feb. 3 as the inaugural director of the Center for Engaged Learning, Teaching, and Scholarship. 
 

uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø offering FDA-approved tinnitus treatment device

uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø¡¯s Barbara A. Roseman Center for Speech, Language, and Hearing is offering assessment appointments for individuals with tinnitus interested in using the FDA-approved Lenire treatment device. The device combines audio through wireless headphones and mild pulses to the tongue.

Student art to be shown at the Figge Museum Dec. 7-Feb. 23

Seven uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø students were chosen to display their art in the 2024 uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø Invitational at the Figge Art Museum in Davenport, Iowa. Eight area colleges and universities participate in this bi-annual show.

uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø ties for No. 6 in enrolling international students

uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø tied with Denison University, Granville, Ohio, for sixth in the nation in the 2024 federal Open Doors Report among baccalaureate colleges enrolling international students. 

2024 uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø Alumni Awards

The uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø Alumni Association recognizes the achievements, contributions and service of alumni and friends of the college each year.

Painter '25 gains hands-on experience in wildlife veterinary medicine

Kyla Painter '25 from Wildomar, Calif., spent two intensive weeks in Panama working with veterinarians and learning about the care and treatment of Central American wildlife.

Statement on uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø's 2025 Wall Street Journal ranking

Kaleidoscope art classes moving to Figge

Kaleidoscope at the Figge in Davenport will begin March 8.

uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø Symphonic Band to celebrate 150 years in November

The uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø Symphonic Band (formerly the uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø Concert Band) will celebrate its 150th anniversary during a weekend-long celebration Nov. 22-24, 2024.

Preparing health care professionals for a world that needs them

Supportive mentors, experience in the field and a foundation in the liberal arts and sciences prepare uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø graduates for the complex future of health care.

uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø awarded $1.2 million grant for future math and science teachers

The $1.2 million grant prepares students to teach in high-need schools by matching them with partner schools and providing supplementary professional development in working with diverse student populations.

Tim Dodge ¡¯70 honored at wrestling reunion/dedication

In October, 90 friends and family members celebrated the late Tim ¡°Dodger¡± Dodge  ¡¯70 at a wrestling reunion and dedication of the Tim Dodge Wrestling Mezzanine. The mezzanine overlooks uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø¡¯s wrestling facility in the Carver Center.

Lazlow Ziebel '25 named Lincoln Academy student laureate

Senior Lazlow Ziebel is uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø's 2024 Lincoln Academy laureate. He was nominated by President Andrea Talentino for his contributions to sustainability efforts and advancing diversity and inclusivity initiatives.