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From the Chapel Green to landscapes of the Southwest, Mason Williams (C’17) uses his art to capture the beauty of the world around him. 

This June, the Principia College campus will be buzzing, and you can be a part of it.  

Meet Amanda Soden (US’97, C’01), a member of Principia’s Alumni Board and a proud Principian. A philosophy and theatre double major and an early member of Lazy Zipper, Soden’s time at the Upper School and College was marked by passion, creativity, laughter, and growth.

From the class of 2022 to the class of 1980, alumni across four decades returned to campus to lend their time and expertise with Upper School students. 

From Seattle, Washington, to Washington, DC, alumni across eight decades, prospective students, families, and friends gathered to celebrate and meet Principia’s leadership.

In the hallowed halls of beloved Principia coaches, Ken Leavoy (C’75) makes his mark among the best—though he’d never say so himself. Now, Leavoy finds himself in another hallowed hall: the Softball Canada Hall of Fame.

What’s the takeaway from a Principia Reunion? Ask any attendee, and they’ll all say the same thing: connection. But connection isn’t just felt, it’s also seen. And at last month’s Upper School Reunion, there were glimpses of it everywhere—laughing together at the Aron House bonfire, walking arm in arm around campus, pulling pranks with old friends, and cheering on the Panthers from the stands. It’s impossible to not get swept up in all the love. 

Every June, a remarkable tradition unfolds on the Principia College campus—one where learning and joy go hand in hand. Summer Session is more than lectures and lessons. It’s a week of lively conversations, inspiring ideas, and spiritual renewal paired with friendship, camaraderie, and plenty of fun in an uplifting community setting. 

At a recent student panel event hosted by Principia’s Howard Society and 1898 Legacy Society, four Principia College students shared reflections on their Principia experiences. Their stories, rich with growth, gratitude, and transformation, showcased the impact of Principia supporters.