Freedom to Flourish
International Fair CelebrationHundreds of Knox College students and other Galesburg-area residents participated in the annual Knox College International Fair, a traditional event that highlights the diverse cultures of people from around the world. Knox is one of the most international colleges in the United States with students from more than 50 countries. The January event included a food fair featuring a wide range of international dishes prepared by Knox students, informational booths, and a student talent show. |
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Students Prepare for Repertory Theatre TermKnox's Repertory Theatre Term, also known as Rep Term, is the only undergraduate theatre program in the country that combines academic study in theatre with all of the business that is vital to operating a professional repertory theatre company. Its success depends on intensive collaboration between faculty and students, and it provides participants with an unforgettable ten-week immersion in theatre. The Green Bird, an 18th-century comedy by Carlo Gozzi; and The Caucasian Chalk Circle, a 20th-century drama by Bertolt Brecht, will be presented in nightly rotation at the end of the Spring term. Learn more about the shows, read the student blog, and learn more about Rep Term. |
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Students Returning from Study Abroad Programs Share ExperiencesThe emphasis was on sharing stories and experiences as students who have studied abroad gathered at the traditional "Welcome Back" dinner. Robin Ragan, director of the Stellyes Center for Global Studies, urged students to keep talking about their time abroad and incorporate what they learned as they resume life at Knox. Storytelling started at each table as students, some dressed in traditional clothing from the countries they visited, shared an internationally inspired meal of rice dishes and baklava. Learn more about the event and the many stories that were shared. |
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President Obama's Commencement Address at Knox College in 2005 provided inspiration for the President's 2013 inaugural address. Preparing to write Obama's second presidential inaugural address, John Favreau, director of speechwriting at the White House, said that he “gathered a dozen or so of Obama's best addresses and mined them for inspiration, memorable turns of phrase and compelling themes. At the top of the list was the commencement speech Obama delivered at Knox College as a senator in 2005, when he spoke generally about the need for collective action in a global society. We always go back to that speech.” 
Six months into his role as Knox’s first sustainability coordinator, Shawn Tubb has already created a bike shop, moved forward on a bike share program and incorporated sustainability education into new student orientation. Though Knox is regularly recognized for its sustainability initiatives, Tubb has big plans to continue the College’s efforts. “Human capital and sweat equity [are] definitely the most powerful thing to get … projects done,” Tubb said.
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