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September 16, 2026
Knox College begins the new year with awards and introductions.
Read more about Knox College, from stories about student achievements and campus events, to in-depth explorations of faculty and student research. You'll also learn more about our traditions, our community, and a few of our favorite things. Explore Knox!
Knox College Music Department announces exceptional lineup of nationally and internationally acclaimed musicians for performances, residencies, workshops, and collaborations with Knox students
Community Involvement Sparks Interactive Art Program
Knox was recently named to the Phi Theta Kappa 2026 Transfer Honor Roll for its efforts to create an inclusive and supportive environment for transfer students.
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.
Knox College 2024 graduate and Gale Scholar Garrett Sprinkle combines love of music and education at western Illinois Junior/Senior High School
Carl Dortch ’26, has taken the lessons learned as a Knox student-athlete and is applying them to life and his newest adventure, serving as a police officer in Galesburg’s neighboring city, Knoxville.
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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