From the Archives Archives — The Kenyon Collegian

Section: Features

From the archives: The Gambier election that made history

On Nov. 3, cheers filled Peirce Pub as results from the midterm election results poured in. But amid this blue victory, let us remember… Read More

by Julia Steinman
November 12, 2026
Section: Features

From the Archives: A look into the Collegian’s satirical past

Nothing hurts more than when a fellow Kenyon student refers to our beloved Collegian as the Collegiate, our satirical foil. As trivial as… Read More

by Julia Steinman
September 17, 2026
Section: archive

From the Archives: A radical militant’s time on the Hill

Terry Robbins enrolled at Kenyon in the fall of 1964, joining the Class of ’68. He declared an English major. But Robbins wouldn’t graduate… Read More

by Tadhg Sahutske
January 29, 2026
Section: Features

From the Archives: Puff and Powder Club’s thespian history

As the hustle and bustle of the fall semester gives way to wintry conditions, students have been flocking to huddle and snuggle up at… Read More

by Erik Kim
December 4, 2025
Section: Features

So, where’s the Cove? Remembering Kenyon’s bygone bar

The musical hum of souped-up electric cars droning down Gaskin Avenue, an increase of adults above the ages of 18 to 23, a sudden… Read More

by Madeline Lawler
November 6, 2025
Section: Features

The tricks and treats of Kenyon’s past Halloween traditions

Halloween at Kenyon, one of the most haunted institutions in the United States, is bound to be spooky. However, Kenyon students and faculty… Read More

by Kathy Georgieva
October 30, 2025
Section: Features

Booze bans to chaperones: A history of Kenyon’s party scene

Kenyon may not be known as a party school, but the history of its nightlife is fascinating. From a nationwide prohibition to Shock Your… Read More

by Kathy Georgieva
September 18, 2025
Section: Features

From the archives: Remembering Sendoff’s growing pains

Summer Sendoff is Kenyon’s event of the year — a main show performed by one invited artist, accompanied by student band openers, food trucks… Read More

by Jaya Mishra
May 1, 2025
Section: Features

From the archives: The Kenyon Review perseveres, turns 85

Students, staff and visitors are undoubtedly familiar with the yellow siding of Finn House, situated across the street from the English cottages and watching… Read More

by Sacha Franjola
April 3, 2025
Section: Features

From the archives: Early debate surrounding GSS program

In recent years, many students have taken advantage of the course offerings in the Department of Gender and Sexuality Studies, learning about everything from… Read More

by Sacha Franjola
March 20, 2025