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Leah Heister '08 is the deputy director and chief advancement officer for the Guggenheim Museum and Foundation.

Mikko Jimenez '15, a biology major, works as an outreach biologist for a migratory bird initiative.

Sam Beem '20 taught piano lessons to youth through an internship in South Africa.

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Knox connections helped Leah land her first job, and led her to a career in strategic development with the Guggenheim Museum.

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Leah Heister '08

Majors in Political Science and International Business, Minor in French

Mikko’s interest in ecology and birding started at Knox, and followed him into his career as an outreach biologist.

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Mikko Jimenez '15

Major in Biology, Minor in Environmental Studies

Sofia’s environmental and social justice efforts on campus led her to conduct research on collaborative pro-environmental behaviors.

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Sofia Tagkaloglou '18

Major in Environmental Studies, Minor in Economics

Erika's experience as an editor for the Knox newspaper led to internships which, in turn, led to her career as a journalist.

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Erika Riley '19

Major in Creative Writing, Minor in Journalism

Sam taught piano lessons to youth and experienced different approaches to music through an internship in South Africa.

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Sam Beem '20

Majors in Anthropology & Sociology and Music

Knox's International Fair 2020 Scheduled for January 25

Rodney O. Davis, longtime teacher and scholar, widely recognized for his research on Abraham Lincoln, passes away.

OliveYu Palmer, Knox's new therapy dog, poses for a photo.

8 Knox Faculty Members, Including Computer Science Professor David Bunde, Received Exceptional Achievement Awards

Knox College Student Sarah Henderson '20 Chosen for Lincoln Laureate Honor

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Knox's International Fair 2020 Scheduled for January 25

Students will spotlight diverse food, culture, and entertainment as part of the 39th annual event. This year's theme is "Street Culture: Walk. Explore. Experience."

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Celebration of Life for Rodney O. Davis

A memorial gathering for colleagues, friends, and family will be held on Saturday, February 22, at 2 p.m. at Knox College.

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Top Stories of 2019

Catch up on what's happened at Knox in 2019 with the top news stories from the previous 12 months.

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8 Knox Faculty Members Receive Exceptional Achievement Awards

Honors recognize accomplishments such as outstanding service to the College, significant grants, and innovative teaching.

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Sarah Henderson '20 Chosen for Lincoln Laureate Honor

Award from the Lincoln Academy of Illinois recognizes college students' outstanding academic and personal achievements

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years on the Forbes Grateful Grads Index

where alumni feel they received the greatest return on their college investment

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A Knox College student at International Fair

The first step in your human-powered education begins by applying to Knox. The Regular Decision Deadline is January 15.

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A winter view of Knox College's Seymour Library.

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