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Posted on March 13, 2026

The Power of Connection: Patrick Hall ’96 on Addiction Recovery and Restoring Lives

When Patrick Hall ’96—now President and CEO of Valley Hope—talks about his work in addiction treatment, he speaks with both clinical clarity and deep compassion. Valley Hope, one of the nation’s leading nonprofit addiction treatment organizations, has spent nearly six decades providing care for individuals and families impacted by substance use disorders. The organization has earned a national reputation for quality, integrity, and being distinctly patient-centered through its holistic approach to treatment—addressing the medical, clinical, social, and spiritual dimensions of recovery. In this conversation, Patrick reflects on the calling that led him to addiction recovery, the values that guide Valley Hope’s mission, and the role Gordon College played in shaping his leadership, faith, and vision.

Posted on March 11, 2026

Who Just Stares at a Fire Alarm? Emotions as Signals for Learning During Doubt

Ryan Daley '13 on using emotions as signals for learning during doubt.

Posted on March 5, 2026

Pulling Together: The Gordon Rowing Story

How Gordon's rowing program grew from a Gordon College Student Association club to a national champion.

Architectural rendering of an exterior view of the new Adams Center for Music

Posted on January 14, 2026

Gordon College Announces Transformational New Building: Adams Center for Music

Generous Gift from the Adams Family Ushers in New Era for Music at Gordon

Posted on December 29, 2025

Meet Courtney Dailey: Program Director of Clarendon City Scholars

Designed to equip and prepare students for urban leadership, Clarendon City Scholars is an honors program focused on five pillars: spiritual formation, personal growth, relationship righteousness, leadership development and community engagement. Courtney Lynn Dailey, a community-rooted leader with a background in community engagement and leadership development, now serves as the program’s director. Joziah Castillo ’26, a student writer for the marketing office, sat down with Courtney to learn more about his vision for the Clarendon program.

Posted on November 25, 2025

From College Student Worker to Co-Owner: Jennifer (Hansen) Durocher ’12 and the Next Generation of Cider Hill Farm

From her days as a hardworking Gordon College student studying business management to now being named the next-generation co-owner of Cider Hill Farm in Amesbury, Massachusetts, Jennifer (Hansen) Durocher ’12 has built a career rooted in creativity, community and growth. What began as a simple connection through her now-husband has blossomed into a journey of stewardship, innovation and leadership at one of the North Shore’s most beloved family farms. Sue Wanjau ’27, a student writer for the marketing office, spoke with Jennifer to learn more about her journey and leadership at Cider Hill Farm.

Two men and a woman stand holding a glass award in front of a Gordon College sign.

Posted on November 11, 2025

Leading with Faith: Larry Andrews ’82 Serves God Through Business

Lawrence (Larry) Andrews ’82 is the Senior Vice President of Bank of America. Recently named Gordon College’s 2025 Alumni of the Year, Larry demonstrates a true commitment to faith and community service both locally and globally. Joziah Castillo ’26, a student writer for the marketing office, sat down with Larry to learn more about his career and faith.

Three students talk while reading a Bible together outdoors

Posted on October 23, 2025

Spiritual Pursuit Fridays: Worship Outside of the Chapel Walls

This year Gordon College is trying something new during the Friday chapel hour—Spiritual Pursuit Fridays.

Posted on October 1, 2025

Gordon College Launches Doctor of Education in the Science of Learning to Develop Expert Scholar-Practitioners

The Herschend School of Education has announced the institution’s first doctoral program—a Doctor of Education in the Science of Learning—to address the nation’s literacy crisis and equip the next generation of education leaders, teacher educators and advocates.

Three images: Black and white portrait of Essek Kenyon in a suit and tie, looking directly at the camera. Students gathered near a stone academic building with a tall central tower. Formal black and white portrait of Howard Ferrin wearing a dark suit and glasses.

Posted on September 25, 2025

The Spirit of Barrington: A Celebrated Legacy

Barrington College lives on at Gordon through its traditions, buildings and special events.

Posted on August 28, 2025

From Tanglewood to the Classroom: Sarita Kwok’s Summers with the Boston Symphony Orchestra

For a handful of summers, including this one, Dr. Sarita Kwok, dean of the Adams School of Music and the Arts, has joined the Boston Symphony Orchestra at Tanglewood as a guest violinist.

Posted on July 30, 2025

Matt Sakdalan’s Paré Brings Golf Apparel to Paris Fashion Week

Matt Sakdalan ’14 (business management) founded Paré—a lifestyle brand offering fashion-forward golf apparel. He and the brand were recently showcased at Paris Fashion Week 2025. We sat down with him to ask about becoming an entrepreneur and his time in Paris.

Posted on July 8, 2025

The Garden School: Jon ’06 and Ben Zoba's ’05 Approach to Farming and Spiritual Growth

Jon ’06 and Ben Zoba ’05 founded The Garden School: Beverly, a faith-based community centered around learning about and caring for God’s creation, in 2016. We sat down to ask them about how they see creation care and education as integral to the Christian faith and life.