Author Elizabeth Rush standing outside in front of greenery.

We’re honored to welcome award-winning author Elizabeth Rush ’06 as the keynote speaker for Reed College’s 112th Commencement on May 18, 2026.

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Cherry blossoms trees in front of Eliot Hall.

We’re proud to share that Reed College is ranked No. 7 among small colleges on the Peace Corps’ 2026 Top Volunteer-Producing Colleges and Universities list. 🌍

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A group of Reed students standing and sitting together.

Despite some unexpected weather, Reed's Mock Trial team brought home multiple wins on the competition circuit this year.

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A Walk with the Wildflower Woman Barbara Robinson ’68 has dedicated her life to protecting the Columbia River Gorge. Amanda Lucier ’02 and I took a walk with her to witness that work firsthand.

Barbara Robinson ’68 has dedicated her life to protecting the Columbia River Gorge. Last spring, Faolan Cadiz ’25 and Amanda Lucier ’02 took a special trek through its trails to witness her work firsthand. 🌱 

Read more about their adventure: www.reed.edu/reed-magazin...

FAFSA User Experience Enhancements Planned for This Summer The improvements will, among other things, make the federal aid process quicker for parents without Social Security Numbers and families who have filled out the FAFSA for previous children.

FAFSA improvements include promptly telling students how much aid they're eligible for. “Students will know immediately that this is an option for them,” says Milyon Trulove, vice president and dean of admissions and financial aid at Reed College.

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These are Portland’s friendliest neighborhoods, according to Nextdoor Nextdoor released its list ranking the friendliest neighborhoods in Portland -- featuring a "Southeast gem" with good coffee and a walkable strip to neighborhood with a "laid-back vibe."

According to information gathered by the community app Nextdoor, Woodstock is Portland's friendliest neighborhood—home to local shops, restaurants, and, of course, Reed College.

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A risograph workshop hosted by cartoonist Yoko O.K., an Asian American women artists talk, and Portland's first Azn Zine Fest—recent Zine & Arts programming has centered the work of Asian American artists, blending art and belonging.

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Congratulations to Reed College Trustee Amy Madigan, who earned a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her performance as the demonic Aunt Gladys in the hit horror film Weapons.

📸  Photo by JC Olivera/WWD via Getty Images

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How Do You Build a Community of Care? Ask Reed’s Care Team. They’re proactively ensuring students receive support—early and often.

Amber Godefroy ’26 thrives on structure and deadlines. But when it came time to begin her thesis, the process felt overwhelming.

That’s when Amber reached out to Reed’s Care Team—an interdisciplinary group that works to support students’ well-being. Learn more: www.reed.edu/reed-magazin...

How to Experience Cherry Blossoms Around the World This Spring Spring bloom adventures await in some surprising spots—from Macon, Georgia, to Jeju Island, South Korea.

Looking forward to experiencing the cherry blossoms this spring? The Condé Nast Traveler highlights Reed College as a beautiful place to enjoy spring blossoms. 🌸

Read more: www.cntraveler.com/story/how-to...

Reed College President Audrey Bilger recently brought Reed’s spirit of curiosity and lifelong learning into the wider Portland community at the Portland Business Journal Women’s Summit.

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Thank you to everyone who participated in our Day of Reflection last week!

Students, faculty, staff, and alumni came together to teach and attend Paideia-style classes focused on how we can care for ourselves and support one another.

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54 stores, 8 hours: Portlander turns longest Plaid Pantry run ever into a love letter to the city Simon Xu went to every single Plaid Pantry store in Portland in an eight-hour "pointless" personal challenge.

Lillian Karabaic '13 chronicles Simon Xu '24's tour of 54 Plaid Pantry stores in eight hours. Learn more: www.opb.org/article/2026...

From wildlife tracking to crafting the perfect cheese appetizer, check out highlights from this year’s Paideia classes where Reedies came together to do their favorite thing: learn.

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We're excited to announce that Reed College has been recognized as one of the institutions with the highest number of students selected for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.

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Looking for your next read? Don’t miss Emilio Pucci: The Astonishing Odyssey of a Fashion Icon, releasing February 10.

Emilio Pucci, MA ’37, was a legendary Italian designer, an aristocrat who skied on the Italian Olympic team, and more.

Check out the book: us.macmillan.com/books/978125...

All eyes on jobs data Economists and analysts are looking to new data from late 2025 to help them understand where the economy might be headed in 2026.

Reed economics professor Erin Cottle Hunt shared insights with American Public Media's Marketplace. Learn more: www.marketplace.org/story/2026/0...

Top 10 Smallest Universities in the U.S. That Still Deliver a Full Campus Experience (2026) These small U.S. universities prove campus life doesn’t depend on size, offering strong academics, housing, and student engagement.

Among the top 10 small universities offering a full campus experience, Reed ranked sixth and was noted for deep faculty involvement. Learn more: knowinsiders.com/top-10-small...

A group of Reed students walking on campus with yellow and orange leaves surrounding them.

Reed College is proud to announce the launch of the Washington (WA) College Grant Match, a new financial aid initiative designed to expand access to a Reed education for Washington state residents.

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Circle of Gratitude President Audrey Bilger, Dean of the Faculty Kathy Oleson, and Associate Dean of the Faculty Suzy Renn discuss the nurturing of student and faculty research at Reed.

During her first days at Reed, President Audrey Bilger attended a poster fair showcasing student research. Events like this express Reed students’ commitment to the pursuit of knowledge and the joy of discovery.

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Cozy Up With a Good Book Alumni-authored books to round out your 2025 reading list.

As the year comes to a close, what’s left on your 2025 reading list? If you’re in need of inspiration, consider adding one of these books authored by Reed alumni to your reading list: www.reed.edu/reed-magazin...

An Immense World of Delight In English 220, Professor Maureen Harkin invites her class to examine poet and painter William Blake’s illuminated texts—hand-colored etchings which represent both joy and struggle in 18th-century Eng...

“The Ancient of Days” is just one work that becomes an intense object of study in Professor Maureen Harkin’s ENG 220 course, where students travel to 18th-century England to examine the explosion of pictorial storytelling.

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What Is a Reedie, Anyway? Meet twelve graduates from the class of ’25.

They trained self-driving cars, fronted bands, and tackled each other on the rugby field. They’re as dedicated as they are dynamic—meet 12 members of the class of 2025 in this year’s edition of “What Is a Reedie?”

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How to Thrive in Wild Times According to cooperation theorist Athena Aktipis ’02, the one thing we really need? Each other.

In the winter issue of Reed Magazine, see how cooperation theorist Athena Aktipis ’02 combines anthropology, evolutionary biology, and psychology to understand how we can best survive—and thrive in—apocalyptic times.

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Coffee shop offers free "SNAP breakfast"—one response breaks hearts Portland’s Heretic Coffee Co. has gone viral for offering free "SNAP breakfasts" with food aid cuts set to hit.

Heretic Coffee Co. enlisted the help of Reed students to prepare and distribute meals to low-income families in need of support. Learn more: www.newsweek.com/coffee-shop-...

Starboard Memories Richard Danzig ’65 reflects on his journey from studying political science to becoming the namesake of a new guided missile destroyer.

In 2027, the U.S. Navy will begin construction on a new guided missile destroyer named after Richard Danzig ’65, who served as the 71st Secretary of the Navy under President Bill Clinton.

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A group of people wearing blue t-shirts standing in a circle putting their hands in the middle.

The impact of higher education extends beyond the classroom. Colleges don’t just educate, they produce resilient communities, create jobs, and promote a healthy economy.

Learn more about the impacts of higher education: whycollegematters.org?utm_medium=e...

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A Reed student's reflection in the water of the nuclear reactor.

In a news segment from KPTV, Reactor Director Jerry Newhouse takes viewers on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Reed Research Reactor.

Watch the video: www.kptv.com/video/2025/1...

College Admission Leaders Share Application Tips Students, as you start to fill out forms and search for impactful ways to tell your story, free resources abound to help guide you.

Milyon Trulove, Vice President and Dean of Admission and Financial Aid, joins other college admission leaders to share application tips. Read more: www.forbes.com/sites/brenna...

The first President’s Student Showcase was held last Friday! More than 150 students shared their summer research and internship experiences with the community.