News & Features

A grid of images from the fall 2025 issue of Rollins magazine

January 06, 2026

From Rollins grads powering the entertainment industry to 20 years of SPARC Day, explore the fall 2025 issue of Rollins magazine.

Rollins Magazine Fall 2025
2026 Phi Beta Kappa induction class at Rollins College

March 06, 2026

Rollins Inducts 26 New Members of Phi Beta Kappa

On March 2, the Rollins chapter of Phi Beta Kappa—known as Theta Chapter of Florida—inducted its fifth class of members.

Rollins Inducts 26 New Members of Phi Beta Kappa
Rollins students on a Biscayne National Park immersion

March 04, 2026

Rollins Earns 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

Rollins has earned the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, a prestigious national designation recognizing a deep integration of community partnerships, civic engagement, and real-world learning across academics and campus life.

Rollins Earns 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification
Five Rollins alumni gathered together during Alumni Weekend for a group photo.

March 04, 2026

Rollins Launches New Alumni Portal

The platform introduces a secure directory and new ways for graduates to connect, volunteer, and stay engaged.

Rollins Launches New Alumni Portal
Stephanie Rodelo ’27

February 25, 2026

Rodelo ’27 Selected for National LEAD 250 Democracy Fellowship

Stephanie Rodelo ’27 has been chosen for the Leadership, Engagement & Action for Democracy (LEAD) 250 Fellowship, a new civic fellowship program.

Rodelo ’27 Selected for National LEAD 250 Democracy Fellowship
Architectural interior rendering of the new Rick Goings Institute for Management and Executive Leadership

February 25, 2026

Rollins Launches Rick Goings Institute for Management & Executive Leadership

The Institute’s new executive programming will address a critical capability gap: strengthening executive judgment in an era of sustained disruption.

Rollins Launches Rick Goings Institute for Management & Executive Leadership
Student Taylor Evans ’28 participates in an Immersion program outing in Biscayne Bay and the Everglades.

February 20, 2026

What It’s Like … to Get Out of My Comfort Zone

From her first time traveling abroad to a recent service experience in the Everglades, Taylor Evans ’28 reflects on how stepping into the unknown has become one of her greatest teachers.

What It’s Like … to Get Out of My Comfort Zone
A grid of Rollins alumni.

February 05, 2026

Class News February 2026

In this monthly roundup, find out what's new and noteworthy in the lives of your fellow Tars.

Class News February 2026
Students walk in Rollins' commencement ceremony

February 04, 2026

Rollins Named Top Producer of Fulbright Scholars

Rollins continues its legacy of global citizenship and responsible leadership, earning recognition as a top producer of Fulbright Students among colleges and universities for the 13th time.

Rollins Named Top Producer of Fulbright Scholars
Group of Rollins student-athletes

January 15, 2026

Rollins Ranks No. 3 in the Nation for Academic and Athletic Excellence

Rollins has for the 15th consecutive year earned the NCAA’s Division II President’s Award for Academic Excellence, reaffirming its place among the nation’s top colleges for both academic and athletic achievement.

Rollins Ranks No. 3 in the Nation for Academic and Athletic Excellence
Rollins alumni on Orlando Business Journal’s 2025 Most Influential Leaders list

December 19, 2025

6 Rollins Alumni Recognized as Orlando’s Most Influential Leaders

Six Rollins graduates have been selected in Orlando Business Journal’s 2025 Most Influential Leaders list, spotlighting how their leadership, innovation, and community impact are shaping Central Florida’s future.

6 Rollins Alumni Recognized as Orlando’s Most Influential Leaders
A grid depicting Rollins grads working in theme park and entertainment alongside whimsical, colorful icons

December 19, 2025

Magic Makers

Every ride, show, and spark of wonder at Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld begins with a great idea, and often, a Rollins graduate. From engineers and marketers to product developers and producers, our alumni are defining what’s next for the theme-park entertainment industry that fuels Central Florida and delights the world.

Magic Makers
Gaileon Thompson

December 19, 2025

What I’ve Learned: Gaileon Thompson ’01 ’03MBA

How Gaileon Thompson ’01 ’03MBA built a leadership career in finance—starting with a second chance at Rollins.

What I’ve Learned: Gaileon Thompson ’01 ’03MBA