What kind of man goes to Hampden-Sydney College? Read their stories and find out how diverse our students are.

  • Ben Skinner

    undecided major

    In his entrepreneurship class at Hampden-Sydney last semester, Ben Skinner ’23 developed a plan to open a boat dealership near his hometown on the Chesapeake Bay. COVID-19 had other plans for the enterprising student, however. Facing a dwindling pool of investors, Ben modified his plan, and “turned lemons into lemonade.” Ben Skinner '23

  • Rakeem Walker

    Psychology major

    Rakeem Walker ’20 has been inspired by, challenged by, and ultimately changed by the Hampden-Sydney brotherhood. The Washington, DC native discusses his semester of study in Provence, France—just one of the many opportunities Rakeem has taken advantage of during his time on the Hill. Rakeem Walker '20

  • Tyler Howerton

    Physics major, Mathematics minor

    Tyler Howerton '21 is Hampden-Sydney College’s fifth Goldwater Scholar in just seven years. A starting offensive lineman with Tiger Football, Tyler is H-SC’s first physics major to earn the impressive Goldwater distinction. Tyler Howerton '21

  • Arthur White

    Spanish major, Visual Arts minor

    Arthur White ’20 has made the most of his four years at Hampden-Sydney College. From the rugby pitch to the theater stage, the Spanish major is unafraid of trying something new. Arthur White '20

  • Lucas Hamby

    History major

    Lucas Hamby, a sophomore history major and historical reenactor, recently presented his experiences to the Hampden-Sydney College community. Lucas Hamby '22

  • Sam McLean

    Undeclared major

    As a tour guide for Glacier Anglers in Montana, Sam McLean '22 spent his summer disconnecting from technology and reconnecting with himself. Sam McLean '22

  • Riggs Jordan

    Biology major, Economics minor

    Hampden-Sydney College biology major Riggs Jordan ‘21 is a captain of the Tiger football team and natural-born leader, a character trait that was passed onto him by his parents. Riggs Jordan '21

  • Charlie Wolfe

    Chemistry major

    Charlie Wolfe is Hampden-Sydney College’s fifth Goldwater Scholar in history. It is the nation's premier undergraduate scholarship in the natural sciences, mathematics, and engineering. Charlie Wolfe '20

  • Griffin Davis

    Economics & Business major

    Griffin Davis '20 chose to come to Hampden-Sydney College to play football, but discovered much more. Griffin Davis '20

  • Alex Dent

    Physics major

    Physics major Alex Dent ’21 is the first student from Hampden-Sydney College to be accepted into the prestigious and highly competitive Clinical Research Internship Program at the Mayo Clinic. Alex Dent '21

  • Bruce Shober

    Economics major

    Hampden-Sydney College golf team captain Bruce Shober ‘20 overcomes the odds after a serious auto accident injury and leads Hampden-Sydney to national ranks. Bruce Shober '20

  • Henry O’Neal IV

    Government major, Classics minor

    Henry O’Neal IV ’19, a government major with a minor in classics, has used his time at Hampden-Sydney College to make a positive difference in local communities. Henry O’Neal ’19

  • Andrew Howell

    Biochemistry and Molecular Biology major

    Hampden-Sydney’s Cycling Club president Andrew Howell '20 united the campus community in raising over $5,000 to buy new bikes and helmets to reward hard-working students at Prince Edward County Middle School. Andrew Howell '20

  • Cole Johnson

    Biology major, Chemistry minor

    Coleman Johnson '19 presented his melanoma research at the Annual Meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research in Atlanta, Georgia. Coleman Johnson '19

  • Corey Williams

    Biology major

    Corey Williams '19 received an Honorable Mention Award for the presentation of his melanoma research at the Annual Meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research in Atlanta, Georgia. Corey Williams '19

  • Shaun Everson

    Biology major, Chemistry minor

    A result of the relationships he's developed in his work with the Hampden-Sydney Animal Rescue Community, Shaun Everson '20 will be a veterinary technician intern at Ridge Animal Hospital and hopes to become a veterinarian. Shaun Everson '20

  • Max Dash

    English major, Creative Writing minor

    Recent Hampden-Sydney graduate Max Dash '18 devoted the bulk of his senior year to honors research, delving deep into what he calls a very personal, passion-driven project. The creative work thrust the English major deep into Tiger athletics past and present, analyzing the relationship between sports narratives and American culture. Max Dash '18

  • Austin Senecal

    History major, Military Leadership & National Security minors

    J. Austin Senecal '19, is the first Hampden-Sydney student to win the prestigious Boren Scholarship, awarded to just 221 undergraduates nationwide. Austin Senecal '19

  • Travis Stackow

    English major, History and Rhetoric minors

    Hampden-Sydney College senior English major Travis Stackow was selected to present his summer research at the Central Slavic Conference, an honor granted to a select few undergraduate students. Travis Stackow '19

  • Luis Torres

    Economics and Spanish majors

    A 2019 Tiger’s Den entrepreneurship competition winner, Luis was also a member of the Learning by Giving Foundation, managed the Varsity Soccer team, and studied abroad in Spain. Luis Torres '18

  • Christopher Ross

    Government major, Public Service and Military Leadership & National Security minors

    Recent Hampden-Sydney graduate and Kappa Alpha brother Chris Ross ’18 spent much of his four years at the Wilson Center for Leadership in the Public Interest when he wasn’t busy with duties as chairman of the College Republicans or as a member of the Pre-Law Society. Christopher Ross '18

  • David Fluharty

    Biology major

    A founding member—and now president—of Hampden-Sydney's Cycling Club, David Fluharty '20 also serves as a resident advisor, vice president of both the Outsiders Club and the International Club, and editor of the Journal of the Sciences. David Fluharty '20

  • Dalton Hall

    English major

    Dalton Hall '19 came to Hampden-Sydney College not knowing what he was looking for outside of an education in English; he stayed because, over the course of his first transformational year, he began to understand the tremendous value of the liberal arts. Dalton Hall '19

  • Tillmon Cook

    Mathematical Economics major

    Tillmon Cook ’18 spent four months aboard the MV World Odyssey with students from 33 other countries, earning college credit while sailing the world, a global adventure that took him to four continents, 11 countries, and 12 cities. Tillmon Cook '18

  • David Bushhouse

    Biology major, Chemistry minor

    David Bushhouse '19 is one of only eight students from the state of Virginia to be named a 2018 Goldwater Scholar, awarded to undergraduates in the sciences, mathematics, and engineering. David Bushhouse '19

  • Will Fussy

    Biology major

    When Will Fussy '18 chose a research topic for his honors capstone, he found one that combines his biology major with his desire to attend law school: the legal patenting of human genes. Will Fussy '18

  • Sean Walden

    Biology major, Chemistry minor

    The Hampden-Sydney College summer research program provides students with the opportunity for experiential learning. Sean Walden '18 chose to research fungal infections in hops plants—a problem plaguing the beer industry. Sean Walden '18

  • Austin Galeski

    History major

    Austin Galeski, Hampden-Sydney College Class of 2019, is a National Karate Champion Austin Galeski '19

  • Duncan Keefe

    Computer Science major

    Duncan Keefe '19 traveled to France and Luxembourg as a production assistant for American Rifleman Television, helping film a series about American soldiers who fought in the First World War. Duncan Keefe ’19

  • Austin Hardman

    Foreign Affairs and Religion majors

    This summer, Austin Hardman '18 put both of his majors to work when he interned with a small non-profit in South Africa. Austin Hardman '18

  • Patrick Kline

    Mathematical Economics major

    For Senior tight end Patrick Kline '18, his final year on the field as a Hampden-Sydney Tiger was the ultimate farewell to his lifelong friend Shorty. Patrick Kline '18

  • Wes Kuegler

    Computer Science major, Biology minor

    Wes Kuegler '18, a computer science and biology student, landed a paid internship at NASA's Langley Research Center in Hampton. Wes Kuegler '18

  • Quinn Sipes

    Greek major, Theater minor

    While travelling abroad in Tokyo, Quinn Sipes '19 studied the ancient Japanese theatre form, Noh. Quinn Sipes '19

  • Sam Fleming

    Economics major, Spanish minor

    Sam Fleming '19 was selected to be one of 150 performers in the renowned Carolina Crown Drum Corps, the bronze medal winners at the Drum Corps International World Championships. Sam Fleming '19

  • Josh Katowitz

    Economics & Business major, Rhetoric minor

    Josh Katowitz '18 not only earned an internship with IBM, but also landed a job offer at Research Triangle Park in Raleigh, NC. Josh Katowitz '18

  • John Pittman II

    History major, Rhetoric minor

    John Pittman II '20 spent a summer working at the Tabasco Mash Warehouse of McIlhenny Company. John Pittman II '20

  • Zane Moody

    Government major, Public Service minor

    A government major, Zane Moody '18, interned at the White & Case LLP Singapore office during his summer break. Zane Moody '18

  • Tanner Beck

    Economics & Business major, Public Service minor

    Two Hampden-Sydney students launched a philanthropic clothing company "on a mission to eliminate illiteracy" while maintaining full academic loads. Tanner Beck '18

  • Jacky Cheng

    Economics & Business major, Public Service minor

    Two Hampden-Sydney students launched a philanthropic clothing company "on a mission to eliminate illiteracy" while maintining full academic loads. Jacky Cheng '18

  • Ryan Kluk

    Biology and History majors, Rhetoric and Theater minors

    Tiger mascot, Ryan Kluk '17, uses his energy to take advantage of all Hampden-Sydney has to offer. Ryan Kluk '17

  • Dustin Wiles

    Biology major

    For most Hampden-Sydney students, baseball season represents a semester's worth of opportunities to enjoy spring weather with friends-a perfect break from studying. For athlete Dustin Wiles, the season represents an entirely different beast. Dustin Wiles '17

  • Sam Murphy

    Interdisciplinary Studies major

    Hampden-Sydney College Student Body President Sam Murphy '18 flies through life as fast as he skates down the hilly campus paths, full of energy and enthusiasm. Sam Murphy '18

  • Alex Abbott

    History and Philosophy majors

    Hampden-Sydney College student Alex Abbott '17 recently won the Best Paper award at the 3rd annual National Undergraduate Philosophy Conference at West Virginia University. Alex Abbott '17

  • Gui Guimaraes

    Chemistry major

    Although he isn't sure what the future holds, Gui Guimaraes '18 knows in some way it will involve taking what he has learned at Hampden-Sydney College-as a chemist, athlete, leader, and citizen-back home to make a positive impact in Brazil. Gui Guimaraes '18

  • Hunter Hoffler

    Economics & Business major

    One week before his freshman orientation at Hampden-Sydney, Hunter H. Hoffler '19 added World Champion to his list of accomplishments--a list which already included National Champion, Team USA captain, business entrepreneur, and star of his own television show on the World Fishing Network. Hunter Hoffler '19

  • Chris Williams-Morales

    English and History majors

    Hampden-Sydney awarded the Thomas Edward Crawley Scholarship in English, the first of its kind at Hampden-Sydney College, to Christopher Williams-Morales ’17. Chris Williams-Morales '17

  • Bobby George

    Foreign Affairs major, Rhetoric minor

    Bobby George '17 is spending what would have been his senior year deployed in Qatar on National Guard duty. Bobby George '17

  • Aaron Dawley

    History major, Public Service minor

    Aaron Dawley '18 exemplifies the well-rounded liberal arts student — one who has focused most on leadership. Aaron Dawley '18

  • Lewis Brooks

    Economics & Business major

    Cross Country runner Lewis Brooks '19 just broke the school record for the 8K on November 12 at the NCAA Regional Meet by shaving five seconds off the top time. Lewis Brooks '19

  • Tyler Langhorn

    Government major, Public Service minor

    Tyler Langhorn, Hampden-Sydney College Class of 2017, spent a summer working as an intern at the Fulbright Commission in Prague, Czech Republic. Tyler Langhorn '17

  • Hunter Williams

    Mathematical Economics major, Math and German minors

    Some callings are so strong that you end up going back to them. For Hunter Williams '20, that calling was Sozo Children in Kampala, Uganda. Hunter Williams '20

  • Reggie Johnson

    Economics major

    Reggie Johnson, Hampden-Sydney College Class of 2016, accepts an offer to sign with Houston Astros. Reggie Johnson '16

  • Robert Jackson

    Biology major, Chemistry minor

    Robert Jackson '18, worked on an Army Research Office funded internship at the Robert C. Byrd Biotechnology Science Center. Robert Jackson '18