Middlebury kicked off 2016 with a celebration of the humanities, hosting one of the Folger Library's few remaining Shakespeare First Folios. By the end of the year, there was a celebration of a different sort when the College announced it had reached a decade-long goal of carbon neutrality. In between we saw a new dorm open while another dorm turned 200. Student activism surged in many forms, most notably following the presidential election. So, here we present some highlights from this busy year – stories that reflect the events of both our campus community and the larger world.
Painter Hall Turns 200
One of the original buildings of Middlebury College, Painter Hall set a design precedent that endures to this day.
Middlebury Reaches 2016 Carbon Neutrality Goal
Biomass plant and land preservation help push Middlebury past target in an ambitious multiyear effort.
Hundreds Gather for ‘Sanctuary Campus’ Demonstration
Students, faculty, and staff braved chilly, wet conditions to hear what speakers had to say about protecting undocumented students.
New Ridgeline Residence Complex Is Ready for Middlebury Students
The 158-bed project on the western edge of campus was completed ahead of schedule.
Middlebury Hires Dean for Spiritual and Religious Life
Mark R. Orten formerly directed the Center for Religious and Spiritual Life at Denison University in Ohio.
Three Alumnae Are Representing the USA at Olympics
Lea Davison '05, Megan Guarnier '07, and Sarah Groff True '04 are competing in Brazil for the red, white, and blue.
School of French Celebrates 100th Year [video]
French luminaria artist Renaud Auguste-Dormeuil capped off the festivities with a display of 800 candles representing celestial constellations.
Saying Farewell to Middlebury's Municipal Building [video]
Built in 1911 as a high school, the old building at the edge of campus is now being removed and replaced with a park.
Laurie Patton Reflects on Her First Year at Middlebury
On the anniverarsary of her arrival, we sat down with President Laurie Patton to take stock of her first year and to look at what's ahead.
Video: Mead Chapel Turns 100
Professor Glenn Andres talks about the iconic building that has served as a community gathering place for generations of Middlebury students, faculty, and staff.
Kim Parizeau ’79 Starts as Board Chair July 1
A trustee since 2003, Parizeau was elected chair at the board of trustees' spring meeting.
Middlebury Celebrates Commencement 2016
Middlebury's 517 graduates from the Class of 2016 heard a stirring talk from CNN commentator and former White House advisor Van Jones.
Women's Lacrosse Wins Sixth National Championship
In their first national title since 2004, the Panthers beat Trinity 9-5 at Talen Energy Stadium in Philadelphia.
Google Ventures Exec Gives Opening Talk for 'Envisioning Middlebury'
Bill Maris '97 advises entrepreneurial thinkers to consider "disruption at least as much as much as distribution" at event hosted by President Patton.
Mid-year Graduates Honored at Feb Celebration
Middlebury's "Febs" gathered for a ceremony at Mead Chapel followed by the traditional ski-down at the Snow Bowl.
Shakespeare First Folio Exhibition Opens Feb. 2 [video]
The First Folio—the first complete collected edition of Shakespeare’s plays—will be on display at the Middlebury College Museum of Art February 2-28.