Academics
Thanksgiving recess, November 22-30

Academics | Palace Theater
This presentation will examine Dixon's portrayal of the Shakers and the Oneida Community in his books New America and Spiritual Wives. OC leader John Humphrey Noyes took umbrage at Dixon's portrayal, resulting in a lengthy public war of words. For better or worse, Dixon gave each community global exposure, offering Victorians a vicarious opportunity to engage with counter-cultural religious traditions.Presenter: Christian Goodwillie is Director and Curator of Special Collections at the Burke Library of Hamilton College in Clinton, NY. He was Curator of Collections at Hancock Shaker Village from 2001-2009 and has authored, co-authored, or edited twelve books and numerous articles on the Shakers, Freemasonry, and other topics.

Academics | Bernstein Hall, 215 & 217
All students are invited to join the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation for our 2025-2026 TIA Incubator.What is the TIA Incubator? Like other Thought Into Action (TIA) programs—including the Incubator, Summer Accelerator, and PE courses—it is a hands-on experience where students create businesses, nonprofits, social enterprises, and campus initiatives while developing entrepreneurial skills, guided by alumni mentors and Colgate’s entrepreneur in residence. Join our inspiring and inclusive community of accomplished and effective creators, changemakers, and problem solvers!Our sessions consist of:10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.: Plenary session and networking lunch1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.: Mentoring breakoutsLearn more about the TIA Incubator and reach out if you have further questions.

Academics | Palace Theater
An overview of some of the men who owned theatres during Shakespeare's time, discussing who they were, what their motives were in building the first capitalist playhouses, how they financed their investments, and what the risk culture of entrepreneurship consisted of in the entertainment business of early modern London.Presenter: Susan Cerasano is the Edgar W. B. Fairchild Professor of Literature at Colgate University. Her research is on theatre entrepreneurship and the biographies of early modern persons associated with first capitalist playhouses.

Academics
Last day of classes for the fall semester.

Academics
Final examination review period will take place December 13-14 and December 17.