Melvin Taylor II ’14 embodies the spirit of hard work at Knox. Grinding his way through networking opportunities over a decade, Taylor is currently finishing up work on his debut as a filmmaker and executive producer, "Baldy". He spoke with us about life in the industry and career goals down the line.

Over the last few years, The Knox Student has transitioned from a weekly newspaper to a biannual full-color news magazine with a heavier focus on digital content. TKS Advisor Jane Carlson came on board in 2021, the same year as current Editor-In-Chief Eleanor Lindenmayer '25. Together, they have worked to rebuild the staff and enhance the quality of journalism at Knox.

When Arsalan Bin Najeeb '20 came to Galesburg from Pakistan, he was amazed by the open skies. Now, years after graduating from Knox, he spoke with us about the experience of being an international student in the Midwest.

Maurice McDavid ’10 currently serves as principal for Turner Elementary School and assistant pastor at the United Pentecostal Church of DeKalb. He sat down with us to chat about his opportunity to speak at Knox's Martin Luther King, Jr Day Convocation, his life as an educator and pastor, and his memories of being a Prairie Fire student-athlete.

Terry Smith '63 isn't your average Knox alum. At this point, he's a part of American history. From helping NASA in its own control center to helping develop the original software for Auto-tune, he spoke with us about his amazing career and his recent trip to Knox to celebrate his 60th class reunion.

Knox alum Michaela Thawley '22 made a big impact during her time with the Prairie Fire. Now, she's taking her skills across the pond to play in Spain. She spoke with us about sports culture and tradition at the College, as well as her big future plans to continue playing the game that she loves. If you want to watch Michaela in action FC Malaga City Femenino broadcasts their home games here.

In part two of this two-part special, we sat down with local historian Rex Cherrignton to discuss the founding of Galesburg, the early days of Knox, and the many interesting people buried in Hope Cemetery. Enjoy an in-depth look at the history of Galesburg.

In this two-part special, we sat down with local historian Rex Cherrignton to discuss the founding of Galesburg, the early days of Knox, and the many interesting people buried in Hope Cemetery. Enjoy an in-depth look at the history of Galesburg.

Photo Credit: John Heyer '68

JoAnna Novak '07 and John and Elaine Fellowes Professor in English Rob Smith have an interesting relationship. Smith was Novak's professor during her time at Knox. Currently, Novak has accepted her own teaching position and over the years, they have remained peers, each with their own writing careers. They sat down with us to discuss how Knox transforms writers and the many places those skills can take you.

Visiting Instructor Emeritus of Educational Studies Joel Estes has spent many hours working alongside Knox students and Galesburg community members as the leader of the local Blessings in a Backpack chapter. He spoke with us about his Knox career and his recently published novel, "Stand."