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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 14h

Our 2025-2026 rankings reflect the ambition of our students, the dedication of our faculty, and the lifelong loyalty of our alumni!

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Gettysburg College Rankings

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 1d

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but in Gettysburg, we think every bite counts! 🍽️

See which local favorites our students recommend next time you’re in town.

Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · Mar 7

From pizza to burgers and coffee to ice cream, you won’t go hungry while exploring downtown Gettysburg.

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A student’s guide to Gettysburg: Dining downtown

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 1d

Alumni returned to Gettysburg College for Homecoming & BOLD Weekend 2025, celebrating reunions, student success, and the powerful bonds that make our community special.

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Alumni celebrate legacy and leadership during Homecoming and BOLD Weekend

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 2d

Tradition, celebration, and a whole lot of Orange & Blue! 🧡💙
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Gettysburg College Homecoming 2025

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 3d

Shawna Failner M’25 cherishes her experience with the Gettysburg College–Gilder Lehrman Institute (GLI) M.A. in American History program.

🔗 Read how Failner imparts her enthusiasm for education upon her students: bit.ly/4nKhvTG

Master’s program connects history, cultural education for Shawna Failner M’25

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 3d

Join us in welcoming the newest members of our College's Board of Trustees, Alumni Board of Directors, BOLD Council, and Emeriti Trustee Advisory Committee.

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Summer 2025 News Roundup

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 4d

Highlights from Homecoming & BOLD Weekend!

It was an incredible few days celebrating, reconnecting, and creating new Gettysburg memories. Thanks to everyone who came back to campus for the weekend!

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 5d

Since its founding in 1832, Gettysburg College's visual identity has evolved through various seals, monograms, and wordmarks. Each illustrates the College's commitment to honoring the past while embracing the future.

🔗 Take a look at our legacy in design: bit.ly/4mRbqDJ

Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 7d

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 7d

Welcome home, Gettysburgians!
Homecoming & BOLD Weekend is here, and we can’t wait for a weekend full of reunions, celebrations, and the making of more Gettysburg memories! 🧡💙

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 9d

🗓️ Deadlines: Early Decision I – November 15. Early Decision II – January 15.

Apply today: www.gettysburg.edu/admissions-a...

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 9d

Early Decision opens the door to a smoother start to college!

Applying Early Decision means early admission and scholarship notifications, early registration for first-year classes, priority housing selection, and a $60 application fee waiver if submitted by October 31.

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 9d

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Recently recognized by Princeton Review in the categories of Great Financial Aid (10th), Best Campus Food (11th), Students Study the Most (14th), Best Classroom Experience (18th), and Best Athletic Fa...

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 9d

The @wsj.com, in partnership with College Pulse and Statista, has ranked Gettysburg College No. 21 liberal arts college in the nation! A proud moment for our community and a testament to the strength of a Gettysburg education.

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 10d

"There is greatness associated with Gettysburg.”

After studying abroad and earning his master's from Lancaster University, Fergan Imbert ’16 obtained his Ph.D. at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine. Today, Imbert is helping to lead the way as a medical researcher.

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Ph.D. candidate Fergan Imbert ’16 communicates the importance of the medical research industry as new scientific technology emerges

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 11d

Save the date, 2020! 🥂

Gettysburg College is proud to host the Class of 2020's Senior Toast, along with other Reunion activities, during this year's Homecoming & BOLD Weekend! #gburg2020

Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 11d

Gettysburg College and @lancasteruni.bsky.social are proud to launch a new international postgraduate partnership, guaranteeing Gettysburg qualifying graduates' admission into Lancaster’s master’s programs.

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 12d

“Innovation is a critical element of business that everyone should embrace," said Garrett Goodwin ’21. Using technology and tools, Gettysburg College empowers students to confront change through innovation.

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Rising to Meet the Moment

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 13d

Explore the latest issue of GETTYSBURG College Magazine. Discover stories of Gettysburgians turning aspiration into action, fueled by a nearly 200-year history of doing great work.

🔗 Explore this issue's contents: bit.ly/3IEYnHi

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 14d

Throughout the evening, Eric shared captivating stories of experiences behind the lens and inspired students to think about how curiosity, creativity, and adaptability can turn a passion into an award-winning career.

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 14d

Students in our Guided Pathways program recently enjoyed an exclusive on-campus dinner with Eric Lee ’15, a Washington, D.C. photojournalist and 2024–25 @nytimes.com photo fellow.

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 15d

Over the years, Penn Hall has been many things—dorm rooms, offices, a hospital during the Battle of Gettysburg, and even the campus bookstore! Today, it’s home to the President’s Office, but for John Ricketts ’70, the very spot where President Iuliano works was once his dorm room!

Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 16d

📅 On Oct. 1, join us on campus for a debate between attorneys Paul Royer and Torren Ecker for the Adams County Judge seat!

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 16d

Programming earlier this month featured a mayoral debate between incumbent Rita Frealing and Councilman Chad-Alan Carr, moderated by Associate Professor of Public Policy Anne Douds, as well as a School Board candidates forum led by journalist Alex Hayes (pictured).

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Gettysburg College @gettysburgcollege.bsky.social · 16d

This month into next, Gettysburg College is hosting a series of public forums for our annual Democracy Week—a cross-campus collaboration with the Eisenhower Institute, the Departments of Public Policy & Political Science, and student organizations.

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