Ursinus to launch first graduate program in college’s history
The Masters in Exercise and Sport Science will be a 15-month, 30-credit online program, marking the college’s first steps into graduate education
Ursinus to launch women’s flag football program
The college has launched a coaching search, with plans to enter full competition by spring 2028
Ursinus creates early career pathway for recent graduates through APEX Fellows program
The initiative extends Ursinus’s APEX: Applied. Professional. Experiential. framework beyond graduation by providing recent college graduates with entry-level experience.
Ursinus signs transfer agreement with Camden County College
The partnership expands opportunities for Camden County College students by offering a direct route to Ursinus College, including guaranteed admission for eligible students, merit-based scholarships, and access to the college’s APEX program.
Parlee Center for Science and the Common Good launches student-run podcast and Substack
The new initiative gives students an opportunity to develop real-world communication skills, while building a digital portfolio.
Two Alumnae Turn Shared Love of “National Treasure” into Media Phenomenon
Aubrey Paris ’15—now director of the Parlee Center for Science and the Common Good— and Emily Black ’15 turned their shared love of “National Treasure” into the podcast “National Treasure Hunt” — and this week, The New York Times took notice. The pair, who met as roommates at Ursinus, have grown the project to 190+ episodes and last weekend hosted a three-day National Treasure Weekend in Philadelphia, where the franchise’s director announced a third movie is officially in the works.
APEX Connect earns two awards for innovation in student engagement
Ursinus College’s digital platform for tracking co-curricular involvement was honored for its creative marketing and strong first-year impact.
Ursinus College appoints Kelly Sorensen as provost and vice president of academic affairs
Sorensen has held numerous academic leadership roles during his more than 20-year career at Ursinus.
In his DNA: B.J. Callaghan’s journey from Ursinus to the top of American soccer
The former U.S. men’s national team and current Nashville SC head coach traces his coaching philosophy back to a small liberal arts campus where sport, mentorship and friendship all intersected.
Ursinus donor community fuels opportunities for students in FY26
Throughout the 2025-26 fiscal year, alumni, families, trustees, donors and partners committed more than $12.5 million and shared their time, expertise and connections to expand access, support student career outcomes, and enrich the Ursinus experience. It marks the second strongest fundraising year in the past decade, surpassed only by last year’s total.
The man behind “Talkin’ Yanks”: David Mendelsohn ’19’s path from Ursinus to Jomboy Media
Originally an aspiring doctor, Mendelsohn’s time at Ursinus led him down a different path—becoming one of the most recognized names in baseball media.
Ursinus earns Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Honor Roll recognition for fourth straight year
The honor reflects Ursinus’s ongoing commitment to supporting transfer students throughout their academic journey.
Advancement professionals gather at Ursinus for Fourth Annual Philly Fundraising Conference
Nearly 200 attendees from more than 40 organizations came together for a day of peer-to-peer learning on today’s philanthropic landscape.
Indian as Apple Pie: Ursinus alumna brings Indian cooking into homes nationwide with new cooking show
From Shreiner Hall to PBS, author and chef Anupy Singla ’90 is making Indian cooking accessible for home cooks across America.
Independence Day Message from Ursinus College
Reflections on the 250th anniversary of our nation from President Gundolf Graml, Ph.D.
Ursinus Launches First Programming Under APEX Center for Humanities in Action
Backed by a grant, the new center is already funding student internships and strengthening Indigenous partnerships through the Welcome Home Project.
Recent Ursinus graduates develop device to address pulse oximeter bias
Inspired by a classroom conversation and with the support of faculty, Nick Fareno ’26 and Nicholas Grahame ’26 created TruePulse, an innovative medical device aimed at improving health care equity.
New outdoor Fitness Court brings free, accessible workout space to Ursinus and Collegeville community
Funded through philanthropy, the new resource expands options for healthy movement on campus.
Ursinus signs transfer agreement with Bucks County Community College
The agreement creates a streamlined pathway for Bucks County Community College students to transfer to Ursinus with junior standing in aligned majors, along with access to merit scholarships, and hands-on experiential learning opportunities through the college’s APEX program.
Four Ursinus College Alumni Join Board of Trustees
Four Ursinus College alumni have been appointed to four-year terms beginning July 2026.