Knox College

06/23/2026

Senior Celebration on the South Lawn is our way of celebrating not only the graduates who will arrive at Commencement the following morning, but their families and friends as well. Everyone experienced the excitement with delicious refreshments, local food trucks, live music, dancing, and a spectacular fireworks finale. The night provided unforgettable memories together as we celebrated the Knox College Class of 2026!

06/22/2026

When you think about Knox, who comes to mind? 💜

Maybe it was a professor, coach, staff member, advisor, or friend who made Knox feel like home. Their support may have seemed small at the time, but it changed everything.
Today through June 30, every gift to Knox will be matched dollar-for-dollar through our Alma Mater Match.

Make your gift in honor of someone who made a difference in your Knox experience, and we'll let them know. Your gift will help create those same life-changing connections for today's students.

For the long, long road to Alma Mater 🎶

Give today: https://www.knox.edu/almamater

06/21/2026

Step into the Knox College Special Collections & Archives! Here, you can uncover hidden stories and treasures, and pieces of Knox history you won’t find anywhere else.

What have you discovered in our archives?

06/19/2026

Today, Knox College celebrates Juneteenth—a federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of the last enslaved people in the United States on June 19, 1865.

As we celebrate, take this time to reflect on the past and learn the history, honor the resilience of Black people who were enslaved, and remember that there is an ongoing fight for equality.

06/17/2026

As one of the first graduates of the George Washington Gale Scholars Program, Chris Carpenter ’08 found support, mentorship, and opportunities that helped shape his future. Now, as a dedicated local teacher, he’s encouraging his own students to pursue their dreams and take advantage of the opportunities available to them.

Read how the Gale Scholars Program inspired Chris to give back to his students and why he remains committed to making a difference in the lives of young people:

One of the first graduates of the Gale Scholars Program, Chris Carpenter teaches history in the ROWVA School District.

06/16/2026

Congratulations to the 21 recent Knox graduates who completed a Honors project this year throughout their senior year. These students spent months conducting research, culminating in a thesis, portfolio, or creative work that is presented and defended before faculty and experts outside of Knox College.

Completing a Honors project is a high academic achievement at Knox, and we are so proud of these outstanding students and their accomplishments!

Check out all of the Honors projects here: https://www.knox.edu/news/twenty-one-knox-students-complete-senior-honors-project

06/16/2026

What's the next adventure for the Class of 2026? Check out how some of our most recent graduates answered that question, and shared how they are already taking on the world!

06/13/2026

Sunday’s 2026 Commencement was filled with unforgettable moments. Relive the highlights and celebrate the achievements of our incredible graduates! Whether you cheered from the South Lawn or from afar, you’re part of this milestone. Let’s honor the Class of 2026—share your favorite memories below! 💜

06/11/2026

During the 2026 Commencement weekend, we honored and celebrated the incredible achievements of our first-generation graduates. Your perseverance, resilience, and determination have brought you to this momentous milestone, and we are so of you! Join us in applauding these remarkable graduates and read their stories:

On Saturday, June 6, close to 50 members of the Class of 2026 at Knox College were celebrated at the 11th annual First-Generation Ceremony, one of...

06/10/2026

We’re thrilled to announce that 29 outstanding Knox College students have been inducted into Phi Beta Kappa—the nation’s oldest and most prestigious academic honor society! Their dedication to scholarship, curiosity, and leadership inspires our entire community. Please join us in congratulating these remarkable scholars on this incredible achievement!
Read the full story here: https://www.knox.edu/news/knox-college-inducts-29-new-members-into-phi-beta-kappa-honor-society

During Knox College’s 2026 Commencement weekend, 29 students were honored with a special induction ceremony for Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest...