Bold Ventures
Whether it be founding a College in 1837 open to all, becoming the first African American to serve in Congress, writing one of the nation's first syndicated columns, helping create BASIC, or launching a satellite into space, Knox's founders, faculty, and alumni have ventured boldly for more than 180 years.
Their legacy continues today.
Knox Community Raises more than $1.7 Million in Celebration of College’s Founding
Knox College’s celebration of the 189th anniversary of its founding hit new heights, thanks to a matching gift campaign—Out-Raise the Roof.
Enriching the Student Experience
Cornel West and Robert P. George Explore Truth, Community, and the Pursuit of Knowledge at Etz Family Institute Event
Established through the generosity of Board Chair Tony Etz ’83 and Nancy Etz, the institute will prepare students to have the difficult dialogues necessary to create lasting and positive change in the world.
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.
Shadowlands Performance at Orpheum Theatre Highlights Mirza Jazz Residency
Knox Students perform and learn from Artists-In-Residence John Raymond and Sean Carey.
Class of 2029 Brings Global Community to the Illinois Campus
Knox College began the 2025-26 academic year welcoming more than 340 new students, one of the largest classes in College history, representing 32 states and 20 countries.
Knox College Prairie Promise Provides Illinois Students Tuition-Free Program
Knox College has announced enhancements to their Prairie Promise comprehensive aid program, effective for the incoming fall 2026 class.
Community Ventures
Mark Shroyer Promoted to Full Professor
Knox College proudly announces that Mark Shroyer has been promoted to full professor of physics by the College’s Board of Trustees, effective at the start of the 2025-26 academic year.
Six Knox College Faculty Members Named to Endowed Professorships
Endowed professorships are the highest honor Knox College can bestow on a faculty member and continue the College's commitment to excellence in teaching and research
Sustainability at Knox
We are pleased to share with you Knox College’s Sustainability and Resiliency Action Plan 2025-2030, reflecting an ongoing commitment to this meaningful work.