See what our College community has been up to in the past month in our Campus Recap.
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STUDENTS ATTEND WORK CONSORTIUM CONFERENCE
A group of students is representing Antioch College in Washington D.C. this week. They are attending the Work College Consortium Student Conference. While in D.C. they are meeting with lawmakers and gaining hands-on experience in lobbying and advocacy.
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BELONGING IS THE FUNDAMENTAL UNIT OF A HEALTHY SOCIETY
President Jane Fernandes published her op-ed as a guest columnist in the Plain Dealer.
“We must stand tall and clear. We must emphasize that belonging is the fundamental unit of
a healthy society.”
Read the full article in the Plain Dealer
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As Antioch College celebrates its 175th anniversary, we’re looking back into our archives to honor alumni whose lives reflect our long-standing commitment to justice, equity, and public service. This month, we spotlight Leaders in Justice—Antiochians who carried the College’s values into courtrooms, communities, and public institutions across generations.
Charlotte Boyd Hallam ’60
After graduating from Antioch, Charlotte attended George Washington University Law School and went on to a distinguished legal career rooted in public service. She practiced law in Washington, D.C., served as Chief Administrative Judge in the Baltimore office of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and later worked as an Administrative Law Judge for the Social Security Administration in Seattle and San Jose. Her career reflects a deep commitment to fairness, access, and the rule of law.
LaDoris Hazzard Cordell ’71
LaDoris earned her J.D. from Stanford Law School and quickly became a trailblazer in the legal profession. In 1982, she was appointed by Governor Jerry Brown as the first African American judge in Northern California. She later served on the Santa Clara County Superior Court, held senior leadership roles at Stanford University, and was elected to the Palo Alto City Council. As Independent Police Auditor for the City of San Jose, and through her 2021 memoir Her Honor: My Life on the Bench, LaDoris has remained a powerful voice for accountability, justice, and systemic change.
Lewis M. Hosea (1858–1861)
Lewis’s pursuit of justice began amid national conflict. Leaving Antioch in 1861 to enlist in the Union Army, he served with distinction in some of the Civil War’s most consequential battles. After the war, he became a lawyer, judge, Ohio state senator, and educational leader. As a trustee of Antioch College beginning in 1913, he helped guide the adoption of cooperative education—an enduring innovation that continues to prepare students for meaningful, justice-oriented work today.
Across centuries, these Antiochians demonstrate how an Antioch education equips students not only to understand injustice, but to confront it—through courage, service, and leadership.
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THE CORETTA SCOTT KING CENTER
The Coretta Scott King Center at Antioch College continues Mrs. King’s vision of the Beloved Community by advancing racial and social justice through education, dialogue, and action. Sponsors help sustain transformative programs like the Global Racial & Social Justice Summit, Freedom Forums, student resource spaces, and community care projects. As we prepare to celebrate the Center’s 20th anniversary in 2026 and Mrs. King’s 100th birthday in 2027, we invite you to partner with us in this vital work.
Learn more at antiochcollege.edu/cskc. Email Jera Oliver if you are interested.
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REUNION 2026: ANTIOCH FEAST
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REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR REUNION, JULY 16-19
Antiochians young and old, near and far: It’s time to reunite in YSO! Let’s break bread with a glass of wine and compelling conversations. All are welcome at this table! Join Antiochians from every corner of the world in Yellow Springs as we celebrate Antioch College’s unique commitment to the science, politics, history, culinary arts, and aesthetics of food and wine. Join us at the Antioch Feast at the 2026 Reunion!
The schedule of events include social hours, engaging panels, an art fair, presidential address, Alumni Association meeting, performances and screenings, award ceremonies, tours, and shared meals. We also have our perennial favorite activities: the Thursday bonfire, Cabaret Horace on Friday, and on Saturday, one and only DIV Dance!
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HISTORY WITH SCOTT: ANTIOCH COLLEGE LECTURE SERIES
Join us at OK Library or online for a series of entertaining presentations on Antioch’s notable 175-year history. These talks are free and open to the public. Attend in person, or join virtually via Zoom.
DATES AND TOPICS
OKL & Zoom, 12:30-1:30 pm
RSVP for the series.
March 11 – 150 Years of Antioch in 60 Minutes or Less
A general overview of Antioch College history from the 1850s to the 2000s.
April 8 – Fact and Fiction of Antioch College
An attempt to dispel three seemingly impossible-to-dispel myths about the College.
May 13 – Red, Russians, and Spies
Two former professors who used Antioch as a haven from dangerous Russian and Communist spies; one for real, and the other maybe in his head.
June 10 – Why So Many Damn Colleges in Ohio
An attempt to explain the reason for the establishment of over eighty small colleges in the great state of Ohio.
July 8 – Antioch and The Civil War
A history of Antioch College during the central event in American history, the US Civil War, including exploits and experiences of Antiochians who served in the conflict.
August 12 – The Devil and Daniel Ellsberg or How Scott Got Fired
A brief history of Antiochiana and a harrowing personal account of Scott’s experiences with Antioch University.
September 9 – The Life of Hugh Taylor Birch
The improbable rags to riches story of a dropout from the 1860s who gave Antioch College a glen (and so much more) and has a dormitory named in his honor.
October 14 – Women of the Glen
The lives of three women associated with the College’s former nature preserve: a scientist, an art collector, and a sculptor.
November 11 – My Hero Horace Mann
A biographical picture show about Antioch College’s first president.
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Alumni Engagement Opportunities
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REUNION CLASS AGENTS NEEDED
We’re looking for class agents for Reunion! Is this an anniversary year for you? Help us get your class to turn out for this special event. We’ll set you up with a roster and you’ll contact your classmates to encourage them to attend. Email Alumni Relations to help get the word out: it’s time to reunite in YSO!
The big ones: 1976 will be celebrating their 50th anniversary and the Class of 2001 their 25th. But there’s more! 2021’s 5th; 2016’s 10th; 2006’s 20th; 1996’s 30th; 1991’s 35th; 1986’s 40th; 1981’s 45th; 1971’s 55th; 1966’s 60th; and 1961’s 65th.
We’d love to organize several volunteers from each graduation class to participate. Get in touch with reunion planners to join in! For more info, visit the Reunion website.
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VOLUNTEER WORK PROJECT
VWP is an alumni-led volunteer corps that donates their time and labor to the College several times a year. Alums and friends return to campus for a week, working on everything from grounds-keeping to repairs to administrative tasks. Delicious meals and housing is provided.
RSVP now for a uniquely Antiochian volunteer opportunity!
Spring Project, March 23-27
Summer Project, July 13-16 – Reunion is July 16-19
Fall Project, October 19-23
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The Antiochian community mourns the passing of Joyce O. Idema ’57. Joyce served on the Alumni Board from 1984 to 1990 and later on the Board of Trustees from 2008 to 2015. She provided steady leadership through a turbulent time in the College’s history. Her commitment to the College has ensured future generations of students will be able to benefit from the experiential learning of an Antioch education. Our thoughts are with Joyce’s family and we are deeply grateful for her remarkable devotion to Antioch.
Read Joyce’s Obituary.
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2026 STATE OF THE COLLEGE
Thursday, March 19 at 5 PM EDT
McGregor Hall 113 or Virtual
RSVP NOW
Remarks will be given by President Jane Fernandes, members of the Board of Trustees, and a special guest. We are excited to share that there will be a very important announcement at the State of the College.
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ECOFARM & FOOD FORESTING PROGRAM @ THE ANTIOCH FARM
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CORETTA SCOTT KING LEGACY BANQUET FUNDRAISER
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Sunday, April 26th 5:00 PM Check-in | Program starts at 5:30 PM
Join us in celebrating the 20-year legacy of the Coretta Scott King Center. This special evening will feature:
Live Music & Performances
Speakers & Spoken Word
Silent Auction
Legacy Slideshow
Community Celebration
Mark your calendar today!
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SAVE THE DATE: COMMENCEMENT 2026
Please join us on Saturday, June 20 at 10:00 am for Antioch’s Commencement Ceremony.
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Arrivals, Departures, Transitions, & Milestones
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Chuck Hagy was promoted to Director of Public Safety.
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