News & Features

Collage featuring a woman in academic regalia at a Rollins College commencement, interacting with students, and volunteering.

April 18, 2026

Rollins commemorates the inauguration of the College’s 16th president, Brooke Barnett, with a series of events that bring our core values to life.

Rollins Celebrates New Era with Service, Scholarship, and Connection

April 18, 2026

A New Chapter Begins: President Brooke Barnett’s Inaugural Address

In her inaugural address, President Brooke Barnett reflects on the relationships, liberal arts foundation, and shared sense of purpose that define Rollins while outlining a future shaped by listening, collaboration, and student-centered leadership.

A New Chapter Begins: President Brooke Barnett’s Inaugural Address
A photo grid depicting activities on Acts of Kindness Day at Rollins College.

February 11, 2026

8 Ways to Celebrate Thaddeus & Polly Seymour Acts of Kindness Day

From donating food to helping build a home, find out how you can celebrate the legacy of Rollins 12th president, Thaddeus Seymour, and his wife, Polly, and spread kindness on February 17.

8 Ways to Celebrate Thaddeus & Polly Seymour Acts of Kindness Day
Dorea Mays in front of Rosen Shingle Creek hotel

December 19, 2025

Her Happy Place

Dorea Mays ’16MHR already had a great job with a great company. Going back to college never crossed her mind. Now, she can’t imagine her professional life without the lessons she learned at Rollins.

Her Happy Place