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Founded in 1782 under the patronage of George Washington, Washington College was the first college chartered in the new nation.

A Washington College education reflects the maxims of our founding patron, George Washington, that the strength of America’s democracy depends on the success of students just like you. Washington College invites fans to join the conversation. However, we reserve the right to remove any posts that are off-topic, abusive, include profanity or threatening language, reference illegal activities, contain personal attacks, or could be considered racist, bigoted or demeaning to a group or individual.

10/09/2026

The leaves are just about ready to turn here on campus. Happy Fall Break everyone! 🍃🍂

10/08/2026

Our newest Archives blog post is out! This week we explore General Washington ordering the formation of the flying camp. Read more below!
https://www.washcoll.edu/people_departments/offices/miller-library/archives-special-collections/archives-blog/flying_camps.php

10/05/2026

Oh what a night! 💃🕺

📸: Shoremal 2026

10/02/2026

Garlic parm wings on campus?! ✅

Join Victoria for lunch at our main dining location, Hodson Hall! For more information on dining plans and a daily menu visit our website!

10/01/2026

On this month's episode of Washington Insider, join Emily Steinmetz and Christine Wade as they discuss activism, social justice, the benefits of group projects, and more! Watch to full episode on our YouTube channel!

https://www.youtube.com/user/WashingtonCollege

09/30/2026

Check out the latest from our Library and Archives Team...

In 1985, former Missouri Congressman James Wadsworth Symington gave Washington College a truly special gift: Alexander Hamilton’s personal copy of George Washington’s Message from the President of the United States of America...

In 1985, former Missouri Congressman James Wadsworth Symington gave Washington College a truly special gift: Alexander Hamilton’s personal copy of George Washington’s Message from the President of the United States of America.

09/29/2026

“There is no greater purpose I could have in my life…” said President Dr.Matthews in his speech given at his Inauguration this past weekend.

A fun night of celebration and reflection we have been loving this new chapter.

09/26/2026

Smiles, Sprinkles, Shore. 🌧️😀🏡

09/25/2026

Day one of Homecoming Weekend done right! ✅🏡

Tonight we officially inaugurated Dr. Matthews as the 32nd President of Washington College. An evening surrounded by family, friends, alumni, students, faculty and staff, we are so excited to celebrate this next chapter. Here’s to a fun weekend ahead 🫶🥂

09/23/2026

See you soon Goose Nation 🫶🏡

We are so excited to welcome everyone back to campus this weekend starting off with our President’s Inauguration on Friday at 4 PM. If you haven’t signed up for our events please do so today on our website!

Make sure to tag Washington College and Washington College Alumni in any posts this weekend so we can see all the fun happening on campus!

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