Rollins Magazine Fall 2018
From a once-in-a-lifetime field study in Tanzania to how Rollins is leading the charge in changemaking, explore the Fall 2018 issue of Rollins magazine.
November 16, 2018
Building Momentum
This past summer, Rollins broke ground on an ambitious building project that will breathe new life into a campus icon, Mills Memorial Hall. We recently sat down with President Cornwell to get the inside scoop on what the new Mills will mean for current and future Tars.
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Home School
For residents of Ward Hall, the successful transition to college is made easier by the art professor, former valedictorian, and outgoing toddler who live on the first floor.
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Dramatic Drive
Decorated playwright Beth Lincks ’75 traces her success to lessons learned both on and off the stage as a Rollins theater major.
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Underwater Overseer
How one Rollins field study set in motion a life and career dedicated to preserving the ocean and its diverse comingling of creatures.
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The Art of Activism
Grace Loescher ’14 is combining her arts and theater background with a passion for social justice to impact the lives of young people in Sacramento.
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Partners in Progress
On this field study, students don’t have to move a mountain. But with the help of a Rollins graduate and an entire village, they’re helping transform one.
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Meaningful Matches
Inside the new mentorship program that’s proliferating the powerful partnerships between Rollins alumni and students.
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Great at Good
A dozen reasons why Rollins is one of the best colleges in the country at preparing students to lead positive change in the world.
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Music Lessons
Computer science professor Dan Myers’ penchant for music has played an instrumental role in his development as both a scientist and a teacher.
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What I’ve Learned: Campbell Brown ’90
The president of Old Forester is tapping into a rich history as he leads a legendary bourbon brand back to prominence.
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