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CWI Fellow Danielle Russell ’25 turned a high school cemetery project into a lasting digital memorial to nearly 600 veterans, thanks to mentorship at Gettysburg College and collaboration with fellow student historians. Read the feature story here.

Danielle Russell ’25 turned a high school cemetery project into a lasting digital memorial to nearly 600 veterans, thanks to mentorship at Gettysburg College and collaboration with fellow student historians.

When Danielle Russell ’25 first set foot on the Gettysburg College campus, she knew she had found more than just a school—it was a place where her passion for history could evolve into something enduring. Traveling nearly 3,000 miles from Gilroy, California, Russell chose Gettysburg because it was the right choice for her professional aspirations.

At Gettysburg College, students can get involved in several activities that align with their interests. As a leader of many environmentally-friendly organizations on campus, Zoe Koutsokostas ’25 continues to find new ways to appreciate the environment in each setting.

Gettysburg College is committed to providing top resources for our students to succeed in and out of the classroom and throughout their careers, including access to a new Bloomberg Terminal Lab this fall for students interested in majoring in finance.

With our new finance major, Gettysburg College is establishing a 24/7 Bloomberg Terminal Lab that will be located in our College Union Building above the Bullet Hole. It will be ready for use in the Fall 2025 semester, during which students can declare as the first cohort of finance majors.

As Gettysburg College expands its global offerings, programs like Gettysburg in Bonn demonstrate the institution’s mission to support faculty-student collaboration across borders—and to prepare students for lives of global citizenship and critical engagement.

From examining dinosaur footprints in Gettysburg to exploring glaciers in Iceland, Environmental Studies Prof. Sarah Principato guides Gettysburg College students on a journey of understanding and exploration of the many geological components that make up and sustain our Earth.

Donors around the world unite to raise more than $722,000 in support of student experiences as part of Gettysburg College’s distinct approach to learning.

Showing their commitment and passion for Gettysburg College, 2,301 donors from around the world came together to raise $722,959 during the 11th Annual Gettysburgives Challenge on March 26-27. These gifts provide financial support to all aspects of the student experience, including campus programming, scholarships, athletics, experiential learning opportunities, and student-faculty research.

Grammy-nominated artist’s residency offers students an inspiring exploration of Black culture, creativity, and the power of connection across disciplines.

Olivia Taylor ’25 explored a wide range of interests during her time at Gettysburg College, ultimately leading to an unexpected career path in political polling. Through experiences like Conversations for Change, she found ways to connect her passions and shape both her future and the campus community.

Upon graduation in May, Olivia Taylor ’25, from Cortlandt Manor, New York, is heading into the world of political polling. “I never would have considered this as a career had it not been for the opportunities I had at Gettysburg College,” she reflected.

Gettysburg College recognizes four faculty members for their contribution to learning, teaching, and mentorship.

In February, the Gettysburg College Board of Trustees approved four appointments of faculty to endowed chairs and professorships: