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Flunk Day 2021: The Comeback Flunk

Flunk Day 2021, a.k.a. "The Comeback Flunk," brought joy and excitement across campus with carnival games, delicious food, and more.

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Student Powered Experience

Student Powered: Experience Knox -- from classes to athletics to lunch -- shot and edited by students.

Students gather to present I-Fair 2021

Students Celebrate 40 Years of International Fair

Despite the pandemic, members of the International Club persevered with plans to celebrate students from different backgrounds and cultures.

Milk Route Remains a "Rite of Passage" for Creative Writing Majors

The longtime student reading series is being conducted virtually this year but still draws eager audiences.

In Memoriam: Professor Robert F. Seibert '63

He taught at Knox for 46 years, retiring in 2013, and held the Robert W. Murphy Chair in Political Science.

Knox Issues Statement Following Verdict in Derek Chauvin Trial

President Amott writes, "We are hopeful that this verdict of accountability will catalyze more action for justice by showing that we can end police brutality and the systemic racism that feeds it."

Knox Will Offer Summer Term Classes in 2021

Courses are open to current Knox students, students from other institutions, continuing education students, and high-achieving high school students.

C. Andrew McGadney Named 20th President of Knox College

McGadney will join the College on July 1, 2021.

Spanish faculty Robin Ragan talking to students in SPAN 206, Introduction to Spanish Interpretation, during final exam in a courtroom in the Knox County Courthouse, simulating actual legal proceeding, taking roles of interpreter, judge, jury, lawyer, and witnesses.

Spanish Course Translates to Real-World Change

Students translate and transcribe the testimonies of people in immigration detention centers.

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Human-Powered Music

Student Powered Discovery

Student Powered Discovery

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Washington Monthly Magazine Names Knox as a Top College for Contributing to the Public Good

Knox also was cited by the magazine as being one of “America’s Best Colleges for Student Voting."

Knox Ranks Among Top Schools in Forbes' "Grateful Grads Index"

Knox is second in Illinois and 45th in the nation when it comes to producing “happy and successful alumni,” according to Forbes magazine.

Knox Recognized for Academics, Teaching Quality, Affordability in 2020 U.S. News Rankings

Knox College also is noted for its ethnic and international diversity and as an "A-plus school for B students."

Knox Included Among The Princeton Review's Best Colleges

Schools that are included in the guidebook were chosen primarily because of the quality of their academics.

Knox is Named a 2019 "Best College Value" by Kiplinger's Magazine

Magazine ranking identifies colleges and universities offering a high-quality education at an affordable price.

Knox College Selected for "Creative Colleges" Guidebook

Knox College's creative writing program is selected for inclusion in "Creative Colleges," a college guidebook that focuses on the best colleges for students interested in the arts.

New York Times: Knox Among Colleges "Doing the Most for the American Dream"

Knox College is ranked #16 in the nation in The New York Times 2017 College Access Index.

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Printed on Monday, June 21, 2021