Robert Needham ’86 served as a diplomat with the U.S. State Department for more than 30 years, including postings in Afghanistan, Belgium, Croatia, Denmark, England, Italy, Oman, Poland and Ukraine. Read more about Needham and others at https://ripon.edu/175-celebration/explore-175/ #RiponCollege175

A trailblazer in the field of journalism for women and in staunch defense of the First Amendment, Jean Hammond Otto ’48 had a distinguished 50-year newspaper career as a writer, editor and leader of local and national journalism organizations.  #RiponCollege175

A trailblazer in the field of journalism for women and in staunch defense of the First Amendment, Jean Hammond Otto had a distinguished 50-year newspaper career. Read more at https://ripon.edu/2026/02/20/jean-hammond-otto/ #RiponCollege175

Trustee Sarah Willett P’24 and her downtown Ripon boutique Patina Vie were recently named the 2026 Best Independent Home Decor Store in the Nation through the 75th Annual Retailer Excellence Awards.

Award-winning buzz fills Patina Vie’s sipping room as Ripon shop takes national title

There are hundreds of thousands of small decor stores across the United States and one of those shops, located in Ripon, is being honored as one of the best.

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Professor of Political Science Henrik Schatzinger quoted in @newsweek.com regarding Francesca Hong's WI governor campaign:

Socialist Francesca Hong's chances of beating GOP in Wisconsin: Polls

Hong, a Democratic socialist, could give progressives another victory in the swing state of Wisconsin, according to a new poll.

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For nearly 12 years, Mark Porubcanski ’79 was a foreign correspondent for the Associated Press covering news in Moscow, Vienna and Hong Kong. Learn more about his exploits at https://ripon.edu/2026/02/23/mark-porubcansky/ #RiponCollege175

Ever wonder about the animals that share our world? This unique class explores the data that supports or undermines common perceptions about the animal world as well as the evidence that humans use to determine animal management.

The article "Black Holes in Space," published in the Jan. 18, 1964 issue of Science News Letter marked the first time the term "black hole" appeared in print. The author was Ripon College alumna Ann Ewing ’41. For more, visit: https://ripon.edu/175-celebration/profiles #RiponCollege175

Richard Threlkeld ’59 was a world-reknowned news correspondent, anchor and bureau chief with tenures at both CBS and ABC News.  Visit https://ripon.edu/175-celebration/profiles for more. #riponcollege175

Soo Yin Brown ’26 says any student thinking about participating in the Ripon College in Barcelona program should do it. "Studying abroad offers opportunities that are difficult to find, and the experience will stay with you for life," she says. Learn more at ripon.edu/barcelona

Every day, students like Bella are discovering new opportunities, building confidence and preparing for incredible futures. Your support plays a vital role in making those experiences possible. Please consider a making your gift before June 30. https://ripon.edu/about/support/give/

At Ripon, our small classes make a big difference. Our students learn from prestigious faculty, never teaching assistants, and get the one-on-one attention and research opportunities they need to thrive.

It's no "stretch" to say we're looking forward to welcoming you home in three weeks for Alumni Weekend. Register now at 👉 https://ripon.edu/news-and-events/ceremonies-and-special-events/alumni-weekend/

You Belong Here. And We Can Prove It. Learn more about Ripon's simple transfer process and apply today.

"For any Ripon student considering studying abroad in Barcelona, I would encourage them to take the leap into the unknown," says Jada Johnson ’26.  Learn more about the study abroad program at ripon.edu/barcelona

Read about Ripon College's famous celebrity chef Jessie Marie DeBoth, Class of 1915, at: https://ripon.edu/2026/05/20/jessie-marie-deboth-dreutzer/

Since 1985, Ripon College has been inviting alumni back to campus each summer to celebrate reunions and reconnect with old friends. June 25-28 marks the 41st annual Alumni Weekend. We can't wait to welcome you home, and we'll be celebrating all month long. #RiponCollege175

Elaine Coll is heralded as the mother of modern-day women’s intercollegiate athletics at Ripon College. From 1973-1993 she organized and coached women’s volleyball, basketball and track and field teams. She is a member of the Ripon College Athletic Hall of Fame. #RiponCollege175

See yourself at Ripon College this summer. Attend our Summer Open House, June 19. This isn’t just a visit, it’s your chance to get a real feel for what makes Ripon different.

Bill Schang taught English at Ripon for 41 years and served as VP and dean of faculty from 2002-06. His teaching earned him the Bumby Severy Award (x4); Senior Class Award (x4); and Underkofler Award. The William Schang Liberal Arts Scholarship was established in his honor. #RiponCollege175

The College is closed today to honor those who have died in service to our country, including a number of our Ripon College alumni. #memorialday

Rich Warren will be Ripon College's next VP and Director of Athletics. He comes from Hanover College, where he was Assoc. VP for Athletics.  Read more at https://ripon.edu/2026/05/19/ripon-college-names-rich-warren-as-vice-president-and-director-of-athletics

Today’s Commencement ceremony will be held inside the field house at Willmore Center.  Graduates: please assemble in the Keipe Gym at 12:15 p.m. The ceremony will begin at 1 p.m.

Today, we continue to celebrate our 2026 graduates — both our bachelor's degree and master's degree candidates. Check ripon.edu for the full schedule of events today and tomorrow. #RiponCollege175

For those unable to attend Sunday's Commencement ceremony in person, the entire event will be live streamed on our website at https://ripon.edu/news-and-events/ceremonies-and-special-events/commencement/

These nine students graduated from Ripon College 145 years ago. The photo found in the archives is labeled as the Class of 1871. #RiponCollege175

Find out how his 1967 Commencement address led to Warren Burger becoming a Chief Justice on the Supreme Court: https://www.riponpress.com/editorial/a-ripon-invitation-that-echoed-all-the-way-to-watergate/article_d57cd2e9-685a-43e1-99fd-10a75a17959a.html

If the weather cooperates, Harwood Memorial Union will once more provide the backdrop to Commencement. Completed in 1944, Harwood has long been the hub for campus events, and its porch has hosted College graduation ceremonies for 70 years. #RiponCollege175

Edward Dwight Daniels was a geologist, abolitionist, academic and Civil War soldier. He taught at Brockway College and became the first state geologist of Wisconsin in 1853. Read more: https://ripon.edu/2026/04/24/col-edward-d-daniels/

Mary Williams-Norton taught physics at Ripon for 37 years. She was passionate about her subject and science in general, and it was her mission to make the subject matter engaging and fun not only to college students, but to children as well. Read more at ripon.edu/2026/04/24/mary-williams-norton/