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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 women's lacrosse scores four on United East All-Conference Team.

Wilson Women's Lacrosse Scores Four on All-Conference Team

The United East released its 2026 Women's Lacrosse All-Conference Team and Wilson had four selections to highlight the 11-player squad. Riley Lemay (Jr., Saugerties, N.Y. / Saugerties) and Kaelyn Goff (Jr., Union Bridge, Md. / Francis Scott Key) repeat their accolades from 2025 while Alyvia Henneman (Jr., Mechanicsburg, Pa. / Cumberland Valley) and Sadie Fike (Sr., McClure, Pa. / Mifflin County) join them this season.
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Sports - May 12

Wilson Phoenix Men's Volleyball Earns Seven United East All-Conference Selections

The United East Conference recently announced its 2026 men's volleyball all-conference teams, with Wilson College earning seven selections. Camden Sterner (Jr., Spring Grove, Pa. / Spring Grove) was also named the league's Defensive Player of the Year.
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Sports - May 8

Wilson College Lands Five on United East Basketball All-Conference Teams

The United East Conference announced its 2025-26 women's and men's basketball all-conference teams, with Wilson College earning five selections across the two programs. Jalen Pierce (Sr., Richmond, Va. / Collegiate / Millersville) highlights the list as a first team selection. Leah Laubach (So., Marietta, Pa. / Lancaster Catholic), Armani Jones (Sr., Chicago, Ill. / Christ The King / Bryant & Stratton), and Jalen Bowie (Sr., Frederick, Md. / Frederick / Shippensburg) were second team selections. Jewels Torres (Sr., York, Pa. / West York) caps her career with another third team honor.
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Sports - May 8
Representation of the achievement named 'Wilson Field Hockey Earns Third Straight NFHCA Team Academic Award'.

Wilson Field Hockey Earns Third Straight NFHCA Team Academic Award

The National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) recognized 78 Division III programs with the esteemed 2025 National Academic Team Award, including the team from Wilson College. This prestigious acknowledgment is granted to programs that achieve a collective grade-point average of 3.50 or higher during the fall semester.
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Sports - May 8
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Wilson College Field Hockey Places 12 on National Academic Squad

The National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) has announced its 2025 Division III National Academic Squad, with 12 Wilson College student-athletes earning recognition.
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Sports - May 8
Representation of the achievement named 'Kendi Long '26 Gains National Experience Through American Horse Council Internship'.

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

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
Representation of the achievement named 'Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society Welcomes New Members'.

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
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
Representation of the achievement named 'Wilson College Announces Fall 2024 Dean's List'.

Wilson College Announces Fall 2024 Dean's List

More than 320 students were recognized for their outstanding academic performance over the fall 2024 semester at Wilson College by being named to the Dean's List. Wilson College congratulates these distinguished scholars on earning this academic achievement.
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Dean's List - 2025 Feb 17
Representation of the achievement named 'Wilson College Announces Spring 2024 Dean's List'.

Wilson College Announces Spring 2024 Dean's List

More than 200 students were recognized for their outstanding academic performance over the spring 2024 semester at Wilson College by being named to the Dean's List. Congratulations to these distinguished scholars on earning this academic achievement.
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Dean's List - 2024 Aug 13
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

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

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
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