News & Features
May 21, 2026
Gary ’26 Earns Fulbright Scholarship
Biology and environmental studies double major Makenna Morrison Gary ’26 has earned a 2026–27 Fulbright Study/Research Award to study biodiversity at National Taiwan University.
May 26, 2026
The Road to Success
Blending policy and environmental insight, Sydney Boswell ’25 seeks to shape more livable, equitable communities.
May 22, 2026
Designing a Life of Curiosity: Gary McKechnie ’26MLS’s Commencement Address
Gary McKechnie ’26MLS, Rollins Graduate Studies’ 2026 outstanding graduate student, reflects on a journey shaped not by a single path, but by the courage to keep designing it.
May 21, 2026
Do It Anyway: Jeannine Saady ’26’s Commencement Address
Jeannine Saady ’26, Rollins Professional Advancement’s 2026 outstanding senior, shares how confronting her inner critic unlocked a path to purpose and proved that we are all capable of more than we believe.
Rollins in the News
7 Things to Do the Summer Before College
Micki Meyer, Lord Family Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs for Engagement and Dean of Rollins Gateway at Rollins College, contributed to this US News & World Report article about preparing students for success in college.
Awards & Rankings
April 28, 2026
Rollins Announces 2026 Student Achievement Awards
The College recognized 35 students for their academic achievements and positive contributions to campus and the community at the 2026 Student Awards Banquet.
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.
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.
People
April 09, 2026
In Memory: Harold Ward
Rollins says goodbye to Harold A. Ward, a lifelong steward of the College and Winter Park whose vision, leadership, and deep-rooted commitment helped shaped the institution and community for generations.
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.
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.
Highlights
Pierre ’25 Earns Tulsa Service Year Fellowship
Social entrepreneurship major Ricardo Pierre ’25 has been selected for a Tulsa Service Year Fellowship.
May 21, 2026
A Collective Journey Forward: Ella Juengst’s 2026 Commencement Address
Rollins valedictorian Ella Juengst ’26 blends gratitude, reflection, and a call to purpose in her commencement address, urging the Class of 2026 to lead with curiosity, resilience, and intention.
May 19, 2026
What I’ve Learned (So Far): Brooke Barnett
As President Brooke Barnett nears the end of her first year at Rollins, she reflects on what she has learned about the College’s past, present, and future on her Every Voice, One Vision listening tour.
May 04, 2026
Lessons from the Top
This year’s valedictorians share highlights from their time at Rollins, how the College connected them to their purpose, and what’s next in their meaningful lives and productive careers.
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