Life on the Hill

In this episode we will hear from Dan Chambliss, Eugene M. Tobin Distinguished Professor of Sociology .  Some of the topics discussed include his path to Hamilton, moving to online learning for faculty and students, what makes Hamilton special, the relationship between failure and excellence, and the value of a liberal arts education done right.

Released on March 29, 2020

In this episode we will hear from Tommy Keith '22 and Bryce Febres '22, President and Vice President of Student Assembly .  Some of the topics discussed include their paths to Hamilton, the transition to Hamilton coming from very different backgrounds, their goals for Student Assembly, the importance of sharing stories and listening, and getting out of your comfort zone.

Released on March 6, 2020

In this episode we will hear from Karen Leach, Vice President for Administration and Finance.  Some of the topics discussed include her path to Hamilton College, the benefits of a liberal arts education, the budget process, how we manage the endowment, the importance of persistence in relationship building, especially for an introvert, and her approach to problem solving.

Released on February 25, 2020

In this episode we will hear from Janine Oliver, Associate Director of Career Development.  Some of the topics discussed include her path to Hamilton College, career development and exploration, the challenge of sitting with discomfort, planned happenstance, and the importance of exploration.

Released on February 13, 2020

In this episode we will hear from Eric Stenzel, Class of 2023.  Some of the topics discussed include what brought him to Hamilton, starting an initiative on campus, the importance of inclusion to climate justice, Sunrise Hamilton's efforts, and the power of youth in leading change. 

Released on January 30, 2020

In this episode we will hear from Vice President and Dean of Students, Terry Martinez.  Some of the topics discussed include welcoming the newest members of our community, pressing reset in a new year and new semester, how to make friends, changes in the counseling and health centers, and embracing winter.

Released on January 16, 2020

In this special winter break episode we hear original music (and one beloved Hamilton College song) performed by Hamilton College students.

Released January 3, 2020

In this episode we hear from President of Hamilton College, David Wippman.  Some of the topics discussed include what brought him to Hamilton and his path to becoming a college president, falling in love with Hamilton College, reflections on 2019, a look ahead to 2020 including navigating the election year as a community, and his advice to our students.

Released on December 18, 2019

In this special November break episode we hear various members of the Hamilton College community answer the question, "What are you most thankful for about Hamilton College?"

Released on November 28, 2019

In this episode we will hear from Vice President for Enrollment Management, Monica Inzer.  Some of the topics discussed include the evolution of her work at Hamilton, the process of shaping the College, the importance of being a College of opportunity, gratitude and joy, being a parent of a first year college student, college rankings, and her feelings about this generation of Hamilton College students.

Released on November 23, 2019