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Founded in 1869, Wilson College is a private coeducational liberal arts college offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Bachelor’s degree programs include 34 majors and 40 minors in high-demand and innovative fields including education, nursing, equine studies, veterinary nursing, and sport management. Graduate degrees include master’s level programs in education, fine arts, the humanities, nursing, and organizational leadership, and a hybrid, accelerated doctoral program in occupational therapy. Visit www.wilson.edu.  

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Founded in 1869, Wilson College is a private coeducational liberal arts college offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Bachelor’s degree programs include 34 majors and 40 minors in high-demand and innovative fields including education, nursing, equine studies, veterinary nursing, and sport management. Graduate degrees include master’s level programs in education, fine arts, the humanities, nursing, and organizational leadership, and a hybrid, accelerated doctoral program in occupational therapy. Visit www.wilson.edu.  

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Wilson College athletes inducted into Athletic Hall of Fame represented volleyball, soccer, basketball, and equestrian teams.

Wilson College Announces Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2026

Honoring student-athletes from basketball, volleyball, soccer and equestrian teams, the Wilson College Athletics Department announced its 2026 Hall of Fame Class during the annual Athletics Award Ceremony on April 26, 2026.
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Sports - Aug 21

Seven Wilson College Athletes Selected for Academic All-District Teams

The 2025-26 Academic All-District Women's and Men's At-Large teams have been announced, and seven Wilson College student-athletes have received honors.
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Sports - Aug 20

Phoenix Keep Soaring in the Classroom with Record 72 Scholar-Athletes

The United East Conference announced its 2025-26 Winter and Spring All-Academic Team and Wilson is once again among the league leaders. The Phoenix had 72 student-athletes received academic accolades across the spring semester to bring the full year total to 129 across 11 sports.
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Sports - Aug 17
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Jacob McCoy Earns United East Senior Scholar Athlete Award

Wilson College men's volleyball standout Jacob McCoy (York, Pa./Spring Grove) has been named the United East Conference Senior Scholar Athlete Award winner for men's volleyball. The award recognizes a senior student-athlete who exemplifies excellence in competition, academics, and community engagement.
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Sports - Aug 14
Wilson College lacrosse photo of Riley Lemay.

Riley Lemay Named United East Senior Scholar Athlete

Wilson College women's lacrosse standout Riley Lemay (Saugerties, N.Y./Saugerties) has been named the United East Conference Senior Scholar Athlete Award winner for women's lacrosse. The award recognizes a senior student-athlete who exemplifies excellence in competition, academics, and community engagement.
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Sports - Aug 14
Wilson College logo to announce Part-Time Dean's List for Spring 2026.

Wilson College Announces Part-Time Dean's List for Spring 2026

Wilson College is pleased to announce students named to the Part-Time Dean's List for the Spring 2026 semester. The Part-Time Dean's List contains the names of those students whose grade-point average for the work of the semester has been 3.5 or higher and who have completed at least 6 semester hours of credit, all of which received a letter grade. Wilson College congratulates these distinguished scholars on earning this academic achievement.
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Dean's List - Jul 13

Wilson College Announces Part-Time Dean's List for Fall 2025

Wilson College is pleased to announce students named to the Part-Time Dean's List for the Fall 2025 semester. The Part-Time Dean's List contains the names of those students whose grade-point average for the work of the semester has been 3.5 or higher and who have completed at least 6 semester hours of credit, all of which received a letter grade. Wilson College congratulates these distinguished scholars on earning this academic achievement.
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Dean's List - Feb 4

Wilson College Announces Full-Time Dean's List for Fall 2025

Wilson College is pleased to announce students named to the Full-Time Dean's List for the Fall 2025 semester. The Full-Time Dean's List contains the names of those students whose grade-point average for the work of the semester has been 3.5 or higher and who have completed at least 12 semester hours for the semester, at least nine of which received a letter grade. Wilson College congratulates these distinguished scholars on earning this academic achievement.
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Dean's List - Feb 3
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Wilson College Announces Full-Time Dean's List for Spring 2026

Wilson College is pleased to announce students named to the Full-Time Dean's List for the Spring 2026 semester. The Full-Time Dean's List contains the names of full-time degree-seeking undergraduate students or International Exchange students whose grade-point average for the work of the semester has been 3.5 or higher and who have completed at least 12 semester hours for the semester, at least nine of which received a letter grade. Wilson College congratulates these distinguished scholars on earning this academic achievement.
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Dean's List - Jul 13
Representation of the achievement named 'Wilson College Announces Dean's List for Spring 2025'.

Wilson College Announces Dean's List for Spring 2025

Wilson College is pleased to announce students named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2025 semester. The Dean's List contains the names of those students whose grade-point average for the work of the semester has been 3.5 or higher and who have completed at least 12 semester hours for the semester, at least nine of which received a letter grade. Wilson College congratulates these distinguished scholars on earning this academic achievement.
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Dean's List - 2025 Jul 16
Wilson College John Stewart Memorial Library, Chambersburg PA.

Wilson College Celebrates Student Achievements with 2026 Academic Awards

Wilson College recognized students for outstanding achievements in academics, leadership, and service during the College's annual Academic Awards Ceremony held April 24, 2026.
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Academic Award - Jun 26
Representation of the achievement named 'Wilson College Celebrates Student Achievements with 2025 Academic Awards'.

Wilson College Celebrates Student Achievements with 2025 Academic Awards

Wilson College recognized students for outstanding achievements in academics, leadership, and service during the College's annual Academic Awards Ceremony held April 18, 2025.
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Academic Award - 2025 Jun 16
The newest inductees into the Wilson College Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa.

Wilson College Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa Welcomes New Members

The Wilson College Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society, is proud to announce the induction of 31 outstanding students, faculty, and administrators into its prestigious circle.
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Honor Society - Jun 10

Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society Welcomes New Members

Wilson College welcomed new members into the Omega Eta Chapter of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing during an induction ceremony held in December 2025. The event recognized exceptional nursing students and professionals whose academic achievements, leadership, and commitment to service exemplify the highest standards of the nursing profession. Membership in the society is widely regarded as a hallmark of distinction within the nursing community.
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Honor Society - Feb 12

Kendi Long '26 Gains National Experience Through American Horse Council Internship

An internship is an important part of any student's transition from education to a successful future. At Wilson College, students have access to supportive career services that provide unique connections and hands-on opportunities, helping them translate academics into action. During the Fall 2025 semester, Wilson College senior Kendi Long completed her internship with the American Horse Council, gaining national-level experience in the equine field and new insight into the industry.
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Internship - Feb 27
Representation of the achievement named 'TERF Invests in Animal Studies Students at Wilson College'.

TERF Invests in Animal Studies Students at Wilson College

The Thoroughbred Education and Research Foundation (TERF) has awarded Wilson College a $6,000 grant to support scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year. This fall, three dedicated students pursuing careers in animal-related fields will benefit from TERF's continued generosity. The TERF scholarship provides vital financial support to students majoring in equine studies, equine-facilitated therapeutics, veterinary nursing, or animal studies. With a mission to promote Thoroughbred health and welfare, TERF funds scholarships, educational initiatives, and equine research, with a priority on making racing safer.
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Scholarship - 2025 Oct 15
Representation of the achievement named 'Wilson College Students Receive Scholarships for Animal-Related Studies'.

Wilson College Students Receive Scholarships for Animal-Related Studies

Five Wilson College students will each receive a $3,000 scholarship from a grant awarded by The Thoroughbred Education and Research Foundation (TERF) for the 2024-2025 academic year. Since 2015, TERF has generously provided Wilson student recipients with over $112,000 in scholarship awards, including this year's grant of $15,000. TERF's mission is to support Thoroughbred health and welfare by funding scholarships, educational programs, and equine research with a priority to make racing safer. Students majoring in equine studies, equine-facilitated therapeutics, veterinary nursing, or animal studies, are eligible for the awards, which are granted based on student need, academic achievement, and equine-related aspirations.
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Scholarship - 2024 Oct 29
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