June 7, 2026
Speakers at Knox’s 181st Commencement urged the Class of 2026 to lead with courage, lean on community, and carry forward the values that shaped their time at Knox.
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Honors projects culminate in a thesis, portfolio, or comparable product, defended in an oral examination before a faculty committee that includes a qualified expert from outside the Knox community.
Knox College hosted its second Forever Fire Weekend, a two-day experience designed to help students network and gain knowledge and advice from Knox alumni.
During Knox College’s 2026 Commencement weekend, 29 students were honored with a special induction ceremony for Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious honor society.
Our alumni include Pulitzer Prize and International Emmy Award winners, political advisors, more than a couple of entrepreneurs, and the co-creator of the BASIC computer language, as well as community organizers, educators, administrators, veterans, and everything in between. Explore the many paths open to Knox graduates.
Through TRIO, Carder bridges Galesburg, Carl Sandburg College, and Knox College
Monken, formerly the offensive coordinator of the Baltimore Ravens, becomes the 19th head coach in Browns history.
A student, an athlete, a coach, a graduate, and a Hall of Famer, Becky Mowers Nelson ’04 accomplished just about everything at Knox College.
Celebrating alumni whose stories are rooted in Galesburg.
One of the first graduates of the Gale Scholars Program, Chris Carpenter teaches history in the ROWVA School District.
A Galesburg native, granddaughter of Mexican immigrants, and member of the Knox Class of 2000, Irene Higareda Ponce Ponce has deep roots in Galesburg and with Knox College.
Profiles from The ’Burg
Through TRIO, Carder bridges Galesburg, Carl Sandburg College, and Knox College
A student, an athlete, a coach, a graduate, and a Hall of Famer, Becky Mowers Nelson ’04 accomplished just about everything at Knox College.
Through mission trips and mentorships, Murray fosters his Knox ties.
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