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Sharing Talents and Perspectives from Home

In May, over 1,200 people attended Principia virtual events. From a College alumni concert on Facebook to a two-part series of Bible talks to our first-ever virtual book club discussion, alumni from around the world gathered online to learn together and share their talents.

Additional virtual events are ...

Alum Showcases Paintings at Principia College

Local St. Louis artist and Principia alum Carol Carter (US’73, C’77) returned to her “roots” with an art show in the James K. Schmidt Gallery in Voney Art Center at Principia College. The exhibition, which opened on September 3, runs through October 19. In addition to showcasing her work, Carter ...

“All in for Prin” Campaign Exceeds Original Goal

In the last two days of May—and with a nod to the school’s founding in 1898—Principia launched a 1,898-minute fundraising campaign highlighting our exceptional faculty and staff over the years. Leading up to the campaign, alumni shared their gratitude for the lasting impact Principia faculty and staff have had on ...

A Tribute: Willy Kurt (Bill) Simon Jr.

Our beloved friend and longtime Principian Willy Kurt (Bill) Simon Jr. (US’54) passed away on Monday, February 11. Throughout his nearly six decades serving Principia School in multiple capacities, he epitomized a true Principian.

Bill lived a life devoted to loving and supporting generations of Principia students. I am ...

Alum Awarded Investigative Reporting Fellowship in South Africa

Gemma Ritchie (C’17) was recently named one of only five fellows in a program designed to develop the next generation of investigative reporters in South Africa. The new program was launched in partnership with Wits Journalism, Rhodes School of Journalism and Media Studies, and the Open Society Foundation.

The ...

School Spirit Abounds during Homecoming

Principia College welcomed home alumni and friends for Homecoming October 19–21. The jam-packed weekend included both varsity and alumni games, a pep rally, live entertainment, and a barbeque and bonfire. The event drew about 580 people from across the United States.

At the center of the activities was the ...

A Tie that Binds—Principians' Shared Vietnam Experiences

Arriving late on the first day of boot camp, graduating from U.S. Navy Officer Candidate School without knowing how to float (let alone swim), earning penalties for growing a mustache . . . these are some of the lighter moments* recounted in a book of recollections by Principia alumni who ...

From Far and Near—2018 College Reunion

Alumni shared memories and created new ones at the 2018 College Reunion this summer. The event drew over 600 people from as far away as KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Along with a variety of talks, classes, and entertainment, attendees took advantage of numerous activities, such as tennis, golf, and stargazing at ...

2018 Global Days of Service Scales New Heights

Principians far and wide came out in full force to make the third annual Global Days of Service campaign an unqualified success. From Atlanta to Seattle, Florida to California—and in between in St. Louis, Kansas City, and Phoenix—Principia alumni, students, and staff threw themselves into volunteer work with generosity of ...

Principia's Global Days of Service Underway

This year marks Principia’s third annual Global Days of Service! Throughout April, hundreds of Principia alumni and friends from around the world will volunteer in their communities—from cleaning up parks to stocking food pantries, from serving in animal shelters to hosting clothing drives.

It’s not too late to join ...

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