Knox officially kicked-off the College's first comprehensive campaign in more than 20 years at the University Club of Chicago on Tuesday, December 10. More than 200 Knox alumni, parents, and friends attended the event, sharing memories, laughter, and excitement for Knox's future.
Chicago Knox Club leaders past and present, John Straus '73 and Natasha Caudill '20, provided a warm welcome to all gathered. Throughout the evening alumni, faculty, and students joined Provost & Dean of the College Michael Schneider and President C. Andrew McGadney to share the impact of Knox's unique programs and share a vision for its future growth—the foundation for the Venture Boldly Campaign.
"The main point of a comprehensive campaign is to dream big and think boldly," President McGadney shared. "Three ways we can make our great College even better is to drive strategic growth, enrich the student experience, and invest in our community. And I encourage all of you to help us Venture Boldly for Knox." The evening closed with the traditional singing of the Knox hymn, "Hail to Alma Mater," music, and continued conversation.
Watch a video recap or see more photos on the Knox College Flickr.
Sincere thanks to all who joined Provost Schneider and President McGadney in the evening’s program: Jessa Dahl ’10, assistant professor of history; Richard Riddell ’72, Trustee Emeritus, former chair of the Board of Trustees, Mary D.B.T & James H. Semans Professor Emeritus of the Practice of Theater Studies at Duke University; Aly Greaves Amidei ’97, costume designer, playwright, professor; Rachel Sypniewski ’01, resident costume designer, Trap Door Theater; Joel Willison ’20, producer/director; Kevwe Akapore, head men’s soccer coach; Emmanuel Alvarez ’27, men’s soccer team; Aleene Ramirez ’25, women’s soccer team; Justin Newell, incoming vice president and director of athletics, Megan Rehberg ’06, senior director of College engagement and stewardship; and Nyerere Billups, Sr. ’99 P’26, trustee.
