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Nurturing nature and community
Alums help Exeter celebrate its ninth annual Climate Action Day.
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Embracing our history
The Class of 1945 Library is featuring works from Black authors and artists throughout the month of February in celebration of Black History Month.
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Chester Finn '62 calls on Exonians to join education 'quest'
Alumnus challenges assembly audience to help improve America's educational system, policies.
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Willie O'Ree, hockey trailblazer, addresses assembly
Hall-of-Famer shares story of becoming NHL’s first Black player with Exeter students.
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Welcome, winter.
William Blake wrote "In seed time learn, in harvest teach, in winter enjoy." Have a fun and joyful winter break, Exeter.
![Georgie Venci '22 mans a table during positive psychology event in October led by the Health's Angels.](https://exeter.edu/sites/default/files/styles/et_news_thumbnail/public/news/DSC_0409.jpg?itok=wWtKaub0)
Health’s Angels lift up student wellness
Exeter student group dedicated to promoting good habits and self-care to peers.
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Happy 100th to Exeter's most devoted supporter!
Bill Witkin '39 has been giving back to Exeter since the day he graduated, and that support endures as he reaches his 10th decade.
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Assembly lineup boasts groundbreakers, changemakers
Four alumni among the visitors scheduled for winter term.
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'Identity Through Stories'
The Fall Dance Company choreographed and produced a show built of personal stories of growth and identity. Bravo!
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Vet talks service, leadership with Exeter community
Zach Iscol '97 highlights "Exeter Salutes" program with war stories from abroad and at home.
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How do I love the library? Archivist counts the ways.
Kahn collection curator says the Class of 1945 Library "is timeless in its conception and epic in its execution."
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Exeter commits to need-blind admissions
Principal Bill Rawson ’71, Trustees President Morgan Sze ’83 make historic announcement to Academy community.
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“Even before the pandemic, there was a teacher shortage. I think it’s going to be what forces change in education in America.”
Abena Agyemang Higgins ’03
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Well, well, well
The teams from Health and Human Development and CAPS threw a positive psychology event Thursday to promote well-being and self care on campus. Smiles ensued.
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“I want to be helpful. Whenever possible, I want to try to bring people together.”
Russell Weatherspoon, Dean of Students
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Finding your way is the fun part
So many options, so many opportunities ... so many (gulp) questions. Don't worry: Our experts have the answers.
“You do a lot of self-reflection here. ... That leads you to really find yourself.”
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Exonians share stories of belonging
From dorm traditions to tryouts, young Exeter alums reflect on the moment they knew Exeter was home.
“It was a lot of hard work, but [what] made it worth it was the people who ... said, 'Wow, that really had a profound impact on me.'”