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At Gettysburg College, learning means doing. Physics major Christian Brutus ’27 has found Gettysburg instrumental in helping him develop the teamwork skills needed to unleash his academic potential and prepare for a career in engineering.

Inside Masters Hall, the lights dim, the glasses go on, and Christian Brutus ’27 gets to work.

The physics major from Cos Cob, Connecticut, ascends a stepladder and prepares to conduct another hands-on research session on stopping power energy with the help of a proton accelerator.

In recognition of the America 250th anniversary, the 64^th annual Robert Fortenbaugh Lecture will feature enhanced programming developed in collaboration with Sunderman Conservatory of Music. Dr. Matthew Pinsker, Brian C. Pohanka Chair of Civil War History at Dickinson College, will deliver the 2026 lecture, which is entitled, “Twelve Score and Ten: Lincoln, Gettysburg, and America 250.” Prof.

At Reconstruction Era National Historical Park in Beaufort, South Carolina, Julia Ciccone ’28 is applying her knowledge of public history to immerse visitors in the stories of Reconstruction-era America this summer. The opportunity is made possible through the Brian C. Pohanka Internship Program and the Gettysburg College Civil War Institute (CWI).

For Craig Disher ’66, Gettysburg College taught him to think critically, build community, and find purpose. Decades later, he and his wife, Susan, have transformed that lifelong connection into generous scholarship support and estate commitments that will expand opportunities for future Gettysburg students.

Through Gettysburg College’s Guided Pathways program, Arina Zheliaskova ’28 connects her academics, co-curricular experiences, and personal growth using reflection and mentorship to make the most of every opportunity.

As a double major in business, organizations, and management (BOM) and communication studies, Arina Zheliaskova ’28 of St. Petersburg, Russia, describes how the Guided Pathways program has supported her work as a student at Gettysburg and helped her navigate her college journey with purpose.

Gettysburg prepares students for career success through exploration, leadership, and mentorship. Students learn to build confidence, enduring skills, and the ability to tell a compelling story as their career paths evolve.

Careers rarely follow straight lines—just ask any Gettysburgian. Through leadership opportunities, academic exploration, mentorship, and hands-on experiences, students learn how to adapt, reflect, and grow as their interests evolve.

David Rubenstein, co-founder of The Carlyle Group and owner of the Baltimore Orioles, headlined the Eisenhower Institute’s 24th annual Blavatt Lecture at Gettysburg College, connecting the enduring lessons of the Declaration of Independence to leadership, service, and civic responsibility.

Each year, Gettysburg College students continue represent the United States as Fulbright recipients, sharing the knowledge and skills they gained through our liberal arts and sciences education with new students all around the world.

From day one, Gettysburg College students find their community on campus. The lifelong friendships formed through academics, activities, and residential living flourish beyond their four years here.

At Gettysburg College, students Do Great Work with support from the community. All across campus—in classrooms, labs, residence halls, the Dining Center, Stine Lake, athletics facilities, recital halls, and more—Gettysburgians meet new people and forge lifelong friendships. 

Whenever Jaclynn Cross ’10 visits Gettysburg College for events like Reunion Weekend, she always drives down Washington Street and loops around the perimeter of campus, reflecting on the moments that made up her Gettysburg experience. It’s her way of reconnecting with the place that will always be her forever home.

“Every time I come back, I feel renewed and refreshed. I’m reminded that this is the place that made me the freethinker, the person who is focused on community and making everyone feel included and part of something,” she said.