Meet the Men of H-SC

What kind of man goes to Hampden-Sydney College? Read their stories to learn about our diverse and passionate student body.

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William Thornton ’23

Class of: 2023 | Major: Economics and Business

During his time at Hampden-Sydney College, Tiger soccer player William Thornton ’23 forged strong bonds and discovered his many strengths, making the most of his time on the Hill.

Izac Olatunji ’23

Class of: 2023 | Major: Biology and Fine Arts

Izac Olatunji ’23 traveled to a remote corner of Alaska and gained new insights on home and heritage as a research assistant to Hampden-Sydney College Associate Professor of Rhetoric Sean Gleason.

Grayson Phillips ‘23

Class of: 2023 | Major: Government

An avid fisherman and determined student, Grayson Phillips ’23 knew he would be a Hampden-Sydney man from the moment he stepped on campus.

Grayson Manning ’23

Class of: 2023 | Major: Government

Grayson Manning ’23 spent winter break shadowing Hampden-Sydney College alumnus William B. Allen III ’69 at his law firm.

Noah Selfe ’23

Class of: 2023 | Major: Government

With a newfound sense of direction, Noah Selfe ’23 urges students to push themselves and utilize the tools they have at Hampden-Sydney College to become good men and good citizens.

Andrew Parker ‘23

Class of: 2023 | Major: Government

Andrew Parker ’23 credits Hampden-Sydney College for preparing him for the future and teaching him the necessary skills to succeed after graduation.

William Gardner '25

Class of: 2025 | Major: Biology | Minor: Environmental Studies

William Gardner '25 credits his time in South Africa as a moving experience that has allowed him to prosper and grow during his time at Hamdpen-Sydney College.

Jack Shipman ’23 

Class of: 2023 | Major: Economics

Tiger Lacrosse player Jack Shipman ’23 stepped outside his comfort zone at H-SC and found new opportunities and connections that would prepare him for the future.

Noah Moore '23

Class of: 2023 | Major: History

For Hampden-Sydney College senior Noah Moore, success on the Hill means being involved, making lifelong friends, striving to do well in your classes, and most importantly, taking the time to contemplate what it means to be a good man.

Michael Rowe '23

Class of: 2023 | Major: Government

Government major Michael Rowe '23 wanted a college with ample leadership opportunities in an environment focused on individual students, but he never could have imagined how closely he would interact with his professors and other faculty members at Hampden-Sydney College.