Author: Dale Devries
Ripon College and CPP to host “Asylum and the Changing Face of Immigration” presentation
Breaking down misconceptions of the southern border, asylum-seeking process RIPON, Wisconsin – Ripon College and the Center for Politics and the People (CPP) will host Kat Griffith, Fond du Lac County Board Supervisor and community leader, who will present on immigration and asylum-seeking in the Great Hall of Harwood Memorial Union at Ripon College, Thursday, […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Political Publications, Special Event.
Ripon College to host Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra for 50th Appearance on Campus
The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra will return to Ripon College Sunday, Sept. 15, for its 50th appearance on campus. The free performance will be presented by the Caestecker Fine Arts Series and the first family of Ripon College, President Victoria N. Folse and Dick Folse. The concert will begin at 3:15 p.m. in the field house […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Music Performance, Office of the President.
Ripon College to host first Ceresco Prairie Celebration Sept. 7
Ripon College will host its first Celebration of the Ceresco Prairie Conservancy Saturday, Sept. 7, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. High school students from across the state are invited to participate in STEM- and music-specific activities, while the greater Ripon community is encouraged to participate in any of the day-long activities. The day culminates […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Special Event, Student, Sustainability.
Pow-litical Comics: From Ripon to the RNC at the Caestecker Art Gallery
Ripon College is proud to host Pow-litical Comics: From Ripon to the RNC, on view in the Caestecker Art Gallery from Sept. 5 through Oct. 4. The exhibit features several Wisconsin artists, including Marvel and DC comic book artist Peter Poplaski and The New Yorker cartoonist Paul Noth. Ripon College alumnus James P. Danky ’70 […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Fine Arts, Special Event.
Ripon College announces new, groundbreaking financial aid offering for Wisconsin students
Ripon College, a vibrant and close-knit liberal arts institution located in Ripon, Wisconsin, introduces its latest financial aid opportunity, The Ripon Commitment, which entirely covers or greatly reduces tuition and fees for incoming, Wisconsin resident students. Designed with two layers – including one that is income-driven – The Ripon Commitment helps ensure students throughout the […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Admission.
Ripon College celebrates $23 million fundraising year – approaches Forever Ripon extended campaign goal of $100 million
Ripon College celebrated its second largest fundraising year ever in fiscal year 2024 with more than $23 million in new gifts and commitments. This contributed to Ripon’s Forever Ripon campaign reaching $88 million toward the extended $100 million goal, with one year still remaining in the campaign. The College achieved its initial goal of $75 […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Uncategorized.
Edward Fruth, Class of 1912, elected to basketball coach Hall of Fame
E. D. (Edward Daniel) Fruth, Ripon College Class of 1912, has been elected to the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame. Fruth was at Fond du Lac (Wisconsin) High School for 26 years, from 1914 until his death in 1941. He had served as the coach of the basketball, football and golf teams and […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni.
Lillian Brown to appear in play in Sturgeon Bay July 17 through Aug. 18
Assistant Professor of Theatre Lillian Brown will appear in the play “Jeeves Saves the Day,” by Margaret Raether, July 17 through Aug. 18 in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. The play is being produced by Third Avenue Playworks, a professional theatre company located at 239 N 3rd Ave. The “fizzy, family-friendly fun-fest” is about the lovably loopy […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Faculty, Fine Arts.
Struggles early shaped Brad Balof ’00 into activist, advocate
“I came to Ripon knowing that I’m gay,” says Brad Balof ’00. “While many would think moving to a small town would be a step backwards, I really found a group of friends and allies that supported me and, in some ways, protected me.” “I come from a generation where larger high schools usually had […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni, Social Responsibility.
Book by Kurt Dietrich about Al Jarreau ’62 wins silver medal
Never Givin’ Up: The Life and Music of Al Jarreau, written by Kurt Dietrich, professor of music emeritus, about the 1962 Ripon College alumnus, has won a silver medal in the Performing Arts and Music category of the Foreword INDIES awards. The INDIES are a prestigious award in the independent publishing world which considers books […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Uncategorized.
Myers ’14 provides support for LGBTQ+ students in role at UW-Milwaukee
Ariana Myers ’14 says her experience at Ripon College was integral to her process of self-discovery. Her first semester at Ripon, Ariana was cast in an ensemble role for the theatre department’s production of “Cabaret.” When the student cast in the Emcee role fell ill, Ariana — who was the only one who fit the […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Uncategorized.
A student leader at Ripon, Reynolds ’14 remains active in LGTBQ+ advocacy
Frankie Reynolds ’14, more commonly known as Rosette Reynolds during her time as a student at Ripon College, “came out” as a high school freshman at Lincoln Park High School in Chicago. “By the time I got to Ripon, I was a fairly confident, established gay who had a community back at home to fall […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni.
“I was terrified” — Van Leer ’78 describes being gay in the 1970s
The Rev. Lois Van Leer attended Ripon at a time when gay students had very few outlets to discuss their sexuality. She realized as a sophomore that she is a lesbian, but she also knew she wanted to be a minister. At the time, those were considered conflicting interests by many. “I was at Ripon […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni.
Lia Haile ’26 honored for work in community service
Lia Haile ’26 of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, has been inducted into the Carson Scholars Alumni Hall of Fame. The Carson Scholars Fund awards scholarships based on students’ high levels of academic excellence and community service. Haile is a three-time Carson Scholar. Haile was cited for her dedication to serving the most vulnerable populations in her community. […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Social Responsibility, Student.
Servant Leadership Fellows program launched for students
A new Servant Leadership Fellows program has been announced by Nicholas Eastman, Pieper Chair of Servant Leadership and associate professor of educational studies. A cohort of students will be selected annually for the yearlong program that will include an academic course in the theory of servant leadership in the fall; followed by a servant leadership […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Social Responsibility, Student.
Article by Patrick Willoughby, student collaborators published in journal
Associate Professor of Chemistry Patrick H. Willoughby and three of his students contributed to an article published in Chemistry: A European Journal. Contributors to “Nitrene C−H Bond Insertion Approach to Carbazolones and Indolones, and a Reactivity Departure for 7-Membered Analogues” included Alexis M. Piette ’26 of Ripon, Wisconsin; Samuel P. Trzebiatowski ’25 of Custer, Wisconsin; […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Faculty, Research, Student.
Zachary Morris ’02 named chair of the UW Department of Human Oncology
Zachary Morris ’02 has been named chair of the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health Department of Human Oncology. A leading expert on innovative approaches to cancer therapy, Morris is a radiation oncologist at UW Health and an associate professor of human oncology. He joined the faculty in 2016 and two years […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni.
Stage management crew of ‘The Spitfire Grill’ wins certificates of merit
The stage management crew for the Department of Theatre’s spring 2024 production of “The Spitfire Grill” was awarded certificates of merit from the Kennedy Center/American College Theatre Festival Region 3. The crew, shown counterclockwise from front left: Liliana Sevilla ’26 of Chugiak, Alaska; Maricarmen Dorantes ’25 of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Jasmine Greuel ’27 of Oshkosh, Wisconsin; […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Fine Arts, Student.
Natalie McNeely ’25 earns scholarship to advance biology, environmental studies
Natalie McNeely ’25 of Neenah, Wisconsin, has received a scholarship from the Garden Club of Greater Milwaukee. The competitive scholarship is awarded to students in Wisconsin pursuing studies in plant or horticultural sciences. “I am thankful to receive the scholarship as it will help me to further my studies and pursue a career as an […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Student.
Honoree Jason Felts urges Ripon College graduates to promote change, leave a legacy
The Ripon College Class of 2024 celebrated the 158th Commencement ceremony at Ripon College Sunday afternoon. The theme was “Breaking Barriers: Creating a Legacy.” A full video of the Commencement ceremony can be viewed at ripon.edu/live. Nearly 150 members of the class heard from three honorees: keynote speaker and honorary degree recipient Jason Felts, a […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Commencement.