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Your Gifts in Action

Philanthropy propels Knox College forward, and our alumni and friends are leading the way.

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When you give, students grow. 

At Knox, we are always building—creating a foundation for exploration, critical thinking, growth, and cultivating lives of purpose. Philanthropy propels us forward, and alumni are leading the way.

Enjoy stories that celebrate the transformative power of giving, where every donation opens doors for students to thrive, faculty to innovate, our campus to flourish and Venture Boldly for decades to come.

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Enriching the Student Experience

Thanks to the our donors, Knox students with opportunities to pursue and apply knowledge in a diverse, vibrant, supportive community.

Enriching the Student Experience

Cornel West and Robert P. George Explore Truth, Community, and the Pursuit of Knowledge at Etz Family Institute Event

George and West also emphasized the need to clarify the true goals of higher education for students and educators alike.

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This is the spring group gathered around the RLMT (Hunter Marston ('27), Henri Reno ('25), Naysha Jain ('26), Nathalie Hauberg, Alex Fluegel, Manu Mariano ('25), Arito Nakamichi ('26), Thanuwat Kraiwan ('25), Isaac Groene ('26).

Knox Students Gain Experience in Astronomy Consortium

Knox College is part of the MACRO Consortium, which maintains and operates a remotely controlled robotic telescope in Sonoita, Arizona.

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The band, Shadowlands, performs at the Orphem Theatre for the Mirza Jazz Residency

Shadowlands Performance at Orpheum Theatre Highlights Mirza Jazz Residency

Knox students experience classes, workshops, and perform with the Grammy Award winners

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Meet Our Students

Meet the Knox students whose lives are impacted each and every day by philanthropic support of Knox.

Meridian Lattig

Among his highlights as a student, Lattig was named Knox College Student Marshal during the Knox College 2024 Commencement Ceremony.

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Investing in Our Community

Donor support a the College's commitment to providing a fully residential liberal arts education, supported by world-class faculty and staff, and housed in inspiring and sustainable facilities on the Illinois prairie.

Investing in Our Community
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Knox Raises More than $1 Million in a Match for Mission Challenge

Knox College alumni, faculty, staff, parents, and friends raised more than one million dollars in support of its historic mission of access.

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Green Oaks Spring 2025 Immersion Trip

In New Center, Green Oaks Term Continues to be Popular, Successful with Knox Students

One of Knox College’s most beloved programs continues to roll along, embracing the immersive experience unlike few others.

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Knox Campus Transformations Underway

Here's a rundown of what's happening on campus this summer.

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Funding and Student Experiences with Cultural Immersion: Drumming and Dance in Ghana

Students posing for a picture during the Ghana Immersive trip

Bold Ventures

Learn more about our alumni, faculty, staff, and students who have ventured boldly for more than 190 years.

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