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Introduction Benjamin Rush
First in America: Fulfilling Our Destiny

"This is our moment to be idealistic in the best sense of the word—to leave our College better than we found it. We are resolved to get it right, and that will take new financial strength in key places."

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Summer 2008 The President’s Professor
The President’s Professor

Liesolotte Kurth's unique ties to President William G. Durden '71 have motivated her to give the Waidner-Spahr Library a complete collection of the works of one of the pillars of 18th-century German literature. Read more...


Spring 2008 Bailin Challenge
An Inspirational Gift

Seeing what Dickinson did for their daughter Emily ’07, Bob and Veronica Bailin pledged to give up to $100,000 in matching gifts to the Parents Fund “I’m excited and flattered that my experience has helped inspire my parents to make this gift,” said Emily. Read more...


5-2-2008 Science Complex
Rector Science Complex Preview

Nearly 150 faculty, students, trustees, and staff gathered to glimpse the future at the Rector Science Complex Preview Reception and Dinner.
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4-18-2008 London Event
Campaign Events in London

The First in America campaign's first global events took place in London and included a reception, a panel discussion on U.S.-British relations and a dinner at the historic Spencer House near Buckingham Palace.
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Spring 2008 Bailin Challenge
An Inspirational Gift

Seeing what Dickinson did for their daughter Emily ’07, Bob and Veronica Bailin pledged to give up to $100,000 in matching gifts to the Parents Fund “I’m excited and flattered that my experience has helped inspire my parents to make this gift,” said Emily. Read more...


4-9-2008 Baltimore Event
Campaign Celebration in Baltimore

Alumni, students, parents, trustees and friends of the college gathered at The Walters Art Museum in Baltimore for a regional celebration of the First in America campaign.
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Spring 2008 Science Complex
Mellon Grant Bolsters Sustainability Efforts

The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation has awarded Dickinson a three-year, $1.4 million grant that will ensure the college’s status as a leader in environmental and sustainability studies. Read more...


4-6-2008 Donor Scholar Luncheon
Donor-Scholar Luncheon

A number of donors who have invested in the future of Dickinson gathered in the HUB Social Hall to meet the student-scholars who are the beneficiaries of their generosity. Read more...


Spring 2008 Rose Scholars
Rose Gift Blooms

Samuel G. Rose ’58 has given $10 million to increase opportunity and diversity at Dickinson through scholarships for economically disadvantaged students from urban areas. Read more...




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