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Acclaimed Novelist Colson Whitehead Named Janet Weis Fellow

The two-time Pulitzer Prize winner will address the Bucknell community Sept. 9, 2024.

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Bucknell to Host First Combined Homecoming & Family Weekend

More than 3,700 Bucknell alumni and families have registered for the weekend of combined activities.

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Political Columnist George F. Will Opens Bucknell Forum with Thoughts on Free Speech

The conservative Washington Post opinion writer gave a keynote address on the state of free expression in the United States.

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Bucknell Earns High Marks from ‘U.S. News & World Report’ Rankings

Bucknell cracks the top 30 among ‘National Liberal Arts Colleges,’ also ranking fifth ‘Most Innovative’ among those schools and seventh among ‘Best Undergraduate Engineering - Non-Doctorate.’

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(Re-air) Episode 31: How I Crafted a Killer Application Essay

In this episode, two students who wrote killer application essays will read an excerpt and share how they turned their unique story into unforgettable prose.

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Bravman, Bucknell Continue to Lead the National Conversation on Higher Ed

Thirteen presidents of private, prestigious institutions from across the nation and nearly 30 members of the national media participate in Bucknell’s sixth annual Presidents Dinner.

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Bucknell Forum to Present Famed Columnist George Will

The nationally-syndicated political columnist and network commentator will discuss ‘Freedom of Expression’ Sept. 19.

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Chief Anthony Morgan Continues to Build New Community Public Safety Model

New therapy dog, BSAFE app, community-service officers, virtual-reality training, joint training with local law enforcement are among new Public Safety enhancements.

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Episode 71: Pursuing College Athletics

On this episode of College Admissions Insider, we're exploring the different ways students can pursue athletics in college.

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Bucknell to Open 2023-24 with Record Enrollment for Third Straight Year

Class of 2027 numbers 1,033 new students, bringing opening enrollment to a record 3,925 for the start of classes on Monday, Aug. 21.

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Bucknell Honors Outstanding Employees for Dedicated Service

Four Bucknell employees were honored for their willingness to go above and beyond for their coworkers and the students they serve.

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New West Campus Apartments are Ready for Residents

The construction of two modern apartment-style residence halls is complete in the first phase of a yearslong project to replace the Mods.

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Episode 70: Earning and Applying Transfer Credits

On this episode of College Admissions Insider, we'll further define what transfer credits are, how you get them and the process of submitting them to the school of your choice.

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Bucknell Repeats STARS Gold Rating for Sustainability

The University raises its score while maintaining its Gold Rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.

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Episode 69: Sending Your Student to College

In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we hear advice for navigating your child's first year away.

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(Re-air) Episode 18: College Housing: What You Need to Know Before Applying

In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we discuss the benefits of off-campus and on-campus housing, specialty housing options like Affinity Houses, roommate selection, and more

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Bucknell Reunion Weekend Set for June 2-4

The University will welcome more than 1,700 alumni and family members to campus.

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Episode 67: Community Engagement in College

In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we are talking about how you can translate your passion for service into amazing college experiences.

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Bucknell Honors Class of 2023 Graduates

The Bucknell community gathered together on Malesardi Quadrangle Sunday, May 14, to celebrate the academic achievements of the Class of 2023.

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Episode 66: Choosing (and Transferring From) Community College

We're chatting about how community college differs from four-year universities, why a student might consider attending this type of school, tips for transferring into a bachelor's degree program and more.