Michelle Allmendinger ’97
Knox College alumna Dr. Michelle Allmendinger ’97 was named the new president of Delta College in University Center, Michigan.
College 4 Kids Gives Students a Chance to Learn and Connect with Knox
July 30, 2026
The Knox College 4 Kids program continued its growth and community outreach earlier this month, offering a variety of interactive, fun courses for Galesburg-area students during the two-week summer enrichment program.
Recent Stories from Knox College
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!
Themes of Confidence, Courage, and Community Define Knox College Class of 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.
Knox College Board of Trustees Welcomes New Alumni Trustee, Honors Outgoing Members
Daniel Bien ’22 joins Board of Trustees; Janice Vyn Sherry ’73 and Vela Lu ’18 end their terms.
Alumni Excellence
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.
Erin Carder Passes On Her Love of Education at Carl Sandburg College
Through TRIO, Carder bridges Galesburg, Carl Sandburg College, and Knox College
Todd Monken ’89 Named Cleveland Browns Head Coach
Monken, formerly the offensive coordinator of the Baltimore Ravens, becomes the 19th head coach in Browns history.
Knox Graduate Becky Mowers Nelson Continues Her Practice in Galesburg
A student, an athlete, a coach, a graduate, and a Hall of Famer, Becky Mowers Nelson ’04 accomplished just about everything at Knox College.
Profiles from The ‘Burg
Celebrating alumni whose stories are rooted in Galesburg.
To Serve and Protect: Carl Dortch ’26 Uses His Role as a Police Officer to Give Back to His Community
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.
Using Lessons from the Gale Scholars Program, Chris Carpenter ’08 Gives Back to His Students
One of the first graduates of the Gale Scholars Program, Chris Carpenter teaches history in the ROWVA School District.
A Traditional Non-Traditional Knox Student: Irene Higareda Ponce ’00 Honors Her Family History by Giving Back to Galesburg
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.
Evan Massey ’74: Sharing Community Connections to Area Athletes, Knox History
Profiles from The ’Burg
Erin Carder Passes On Her Love of Education at Carl Sandburg College
Through TRIO, Carder bridges Galesburg, Carl Sandburg College, and Knox College
Knox Graduate Becky Mowers Nelson Continues Her Practice in Galesburg
A student, an athlete, a coach, a graduate, and a Hall of Famer, Becky Mowers Nelson ’04 accomplished just about everything at Knox College.
Knox graduate Lawrence Murray finds ways to give back inside and outside the emergency room
Through mission trips and mentorships, Murray fosters his Knox ties.
Happening at Knox
Aug
04
2:00PM
The Red Room in Seymour Library
The Red Room in Seymour Library
Telling Your Story with Scrapbooking: Seymour Library Summer Challenge
Aug
05
1:00PM
Knox College Campus
Knox College Campus
Session II grades due
Aug
13
4:05PM
Nationals Park, 1500 South Capitol Street SE, Washington, D.C. 20003
Nationals Park, 1500 South Capitol Street SE, Washington, D.C. 20003
DC Knox Club Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals
Aug
15
12:00PM
Frank E. Murphy County Park, 7119 Bay Shore Drive, Egg Harbor, WI 54209
Frank E. Murphy County Park, 7119 Bay Shore Drive, Egg Harbor, WI 54209
Midwest Knox Clubs: Knox in Door County
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