In this issue, read about an alumnus who transformed an artistic aesthetic he developed
at Washington into a custom furniture and woodworking business. Learn how a Kenyan
soccer player found family, friendship, and a sense of belonging in Chestertown. And
find out what has been happening all around campus.
From Internship to Impact: How One Student’s Vision Sparked a State Partnership
What began as an internship project for Miranda Parrish ’25 has evolved into a landmark
scholarship program and a college pipeline for Maryland’s next generation of civic
leaders. Jocelyn Ball '29 spoke at this year's conference as a student after attending
as a service corps member the year before.
The Coast-to-Coast Toast celebrates George Washington's birthday and the greater community
of Washington College alumni, parents, and other supporters. Register by Feb. 12.
THINK BEYOND: Your Washington College Experience Awaits
THINK BEYOND: Your Washington College Experience Awaits
Discover a place where intellectual curiosity meets opportunity. At Washington College,
you’ll learn from remarkable professors, explore your interests through hands-on experiences,
and join a welcoming, collaborative community that’s invested in your success—on campus
and beyond.
The interpolated tale, or “tale-within-a-tale,” was a common form of the 18th-century novel and is the focus of "Lost Plots: Interpolated Tales and the Eighteenth-Century Novel," a new book out by Katherine G. Charles, associate professor of 18th- and 19th-century literature and the director of Washington's iconic Kiplin Hall program.
Tshazi Kamau ’27 was a standout soccer player from an early age and even represented his country, Kenya, at the youth level. Today, as he recovers from minor knee surgery, he is a key central midfielder for Washington College men’s soccer, a business management major, a marketing minor, and very much at home in Chestertown.
"As an artist looking for creative opportunities, Hip Hop Time Capsule stood out amongst most of the opportunities I was looking through. I was really looking for somewhere I could put my artistic abilities to use and/or learn more creative skills. And it definitely was a great choice."
Talbot Mentors; Roy Ans Fellowship in Jewish-American Studies
CAMPUS ACTIVITIES
Softball Team; Student Athlete Advising Committee
Best Buddies
“Within the education department, I have been able to work closely with all four of the professors. It has been really wonderful. The faculty-to-student ratio was part of the reason I ended up coming here, to have that personal relationship with your professors. I get to go have a conversation with this person who is personally invested in my success.”
Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Initiative
“You really get to know your professors. It's really easy to just ask them questions, to just halt class, to halt lecture and be like, ‘okay, I don't understand this. Can you go back over it?’ You get a much deeper understanding of stuff here. I think the professors know well how to pace coursework, so you get a lot more information, but it’s not too overwhelming.”
“Washington College professors are very nice and helpful. Ask them questions and keep in contact with them. They are super useful resources for students.”
Explore American Internship at American Philosophical Society
Study Abroad in Turkey
CAMPUS ACTIVITIES
Sailing team; Institute of Religion, Politics, and Culture
Cincinnatus Fellow and Presidential Fellow
"Professor Prud'homme has been one of the greatest professors here, him and Professor Weigel. Professor Weigel is such a great philosophy professor. I really have learned so much from him. He and Professor Prud'homme both do a lot of courses on Christianity. I grew up Protestant, and so I ended up taking a bunch of religion classes with Professor Weigel because I wanted to learn more."
Washington College experts break down important issues of the day.
The End of American Exceptionalism?
Andrew Oros, professor of political science and international studies, writes that
the United States should learn from the experiences of other countries as its population
approaches "super-aged" status, when more than 20% of the population is 65+, projected
to happen in 2029.
Each center is linked to a broad intellectual community and provides programming,
events, internships, and coursework that complement the College's diverse academic
programs.
Opportunities: CES Fellows, Chesapeake Semester, field research, conservation internships
“Everything we do here at CES is aimed at preparing our undergraduates, the next generation
of leaders, to tackle the most pressing environmental issues.”
Location: Rose O'Neill Literary House, 407 Washington Ave.
Opportunities: Cherry Tree literary journal, student publications, readings and workshops with working
writers
“The Lit House offers over 100 internships annually, hosts visits by award-winning
writers, publishes work of exceptional merit, and provides a space for students to
feel at home and to grow as writers, editors, and publishers.”
Starr Center for the Study of the American Experience
Location: Custom House, 101 S. Water St.
Opportunities: Explore America Summer Internships, Quill & Compass
“We offer students dynamic opportunities for hands-on learning and off-campus experiences
to explore the American experience in all its diversity and complexity, opportunities
unequaled at other small liberal arts schools.”
