Earlham College Viewbook 2023

Might sound weird coming from a place you’ve never been, but it’s really how people talk about this place. See for yourself.

44. athletics

52. campus resources

60. next steps

Who You Are

Hi, we’re Earlham College. Nice to meet you. Before we tell you our story, we want to know yours. What are you all about?

NAME:

FAVORITE COLOR (bonus points if it’s maroon, obviously):

UNPOPULAR OPINION:

MOST NOSTALGIC SMELL:

UNDERRATED MOVIE/TV SHOW:

THOUGHTS ON OAT MILK:

THE TITLE OF YOUR AUTOBIOGRAPHY:

MOST LIKELY TO HOLD THE GUINNESS WORLD RECORD FOR:

“When the rapture comes, will you still want to be my roommate?”

“Writing this thesis feels like a terrible punishment for having had ideas.”

“is a DJ not just a dictator of music?”

“You can’t blame pizza for the mistakes of man.”

Real-life conversations overheard by real-life Earlhamites

Who We Are

Earlham is a small liberal arts school located in Richmond, Indiana. We realize that this might be the first time you’re hearing of liberal arts and Richmond, but we promise we’ll get into the weeds on what that stuff means later. For now, we’ll focus on telling you about the kinds of people you’d be surrounded by here. Earlham is made up of genuine, hardworking humans who want to make big changes in their communities, and the world, for good. Despite each of our students coming from vastly different backgrounds, they all have at least one thing in common—their mighty spirit. Not to get too soppy, but Earlhamites are a brilliant, kind and extremely driven bunch. Our students aren’t just a force to be reckoned with, they are a force for good.

At this point, you might be thinking “that all sounds great,” and if we’ve done our jobs, maybe you’re even feeling inspired. But it doesn’t quite explain why you’re receiving this book. So, we’ll lay it out for you plain and simple—we want you to keep it. Dare we say, enjoy reading it.

So instead of approaching this book like a long lecture, we packed it with fun activities for you and potential Earlhamites all over the world to do together. They’re designed to help you visualize what it’s really like to be an Earlhamite. Because while our community is smaller in numbers, our impact is undeniably huge.

Together, we are Earlham Mighty.

What are we passionate about?

Squirrels. Kindness. Advocacy. Justice. Trees. Knowledge. Composting. Community. Mason jars. Fidget spinners. But our overarching passion is ensuring that our students have the opportunity to change the world in ways that are meaningful to them. We do this by creating a safe learning space where students feel supported, are encouraged to ask questions, and have open conversations.

Earlhamites don’t predict the future, they create it.

We only get one planet. So, creating and implementing an ever-evolving set of green initiatives to improve our campus and world was an easy choice. Check out a few of the ways we prioritize sustainability on campus:

THE FREE STORE

A free, on-campus thrift store that’s open 24/7 where Earlhamites can donate or pick out something new.

BIKE SHARE

Free bike rentals for Earlhamites to explore campus and Richmond.

Quaker, huh?

GREEN BUILDINGS

So far, we’ve got four LEED-certified buildings (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design).

Out of the nearly 4,000 colleges and universities in the U.S., only a handful of them are affiliated with Quakerism. This may not mean a whole lot if you’re not familiar with what it means to be a Quaker in the first place. Hint: it has nothing to do with that guy on the oats. So, let’s break it down a little.

At Earlham, the Quaker approach to living and learning in community is informed by our Principles and Practices (AKA our values). One of those values is “respect for persons,” which is actually how we ended up here in Indiana. Our Quaker ancestors came from the South to escape slave society because it went against those core beliefs (which may seem like a no-brainer today, but was progressive at the time).

Not all of our students identify as Quaker, but our roots inform our approach to education and community. Those same values we were founded upon all those years ago are still part of what drives Earlhamites on their quests to change the world for good today.

What other school wants you to stick your hands in the dirt?

Another one of our green initiatives is Miller Farm, an on-campus, student-run farm open to Earlhamites and the Richmond community. It’s a great place for students to learn about sustainability in a hands-on way (and by hands-on, we really mean hands-in-the-dirt).

Miller Farm hosts tons of fun events throughout the year, and it sells its fresh produce at the farmer’s market. Plus, students get to cook the food they’ve grown in our kitchen or pizza oven over the weekend.

And our sustainability efforts certainly don’t end there. Our dining and residence halls, houses, apartments and academic building kitchenettes all have one thing in common: compost. We want to provide all Earlhamites, including our staff and faculty, with convenient opportunities to make sustainable choices. So, we have several compost bins across campus.

Home is where the Heart is.

Global and good-hearted

Our students come from all over the globe and bring their perspectives with them. Being exposed to so many diverse points of view not only makes us better humans, but also better prepared to navigate the increasingly international world around us. Students of all races, beliefs, ethnicities, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities are welcome here. In fact, we’re always looking for ways to evolve to continually make Earlham a welcoming and safe space to ensure our students can be their most authentic selves.

Wondering if you’ll find people like you at Earlham? Let’s break down some stats. Earlhamites come from 44 states, 51 countries, and counting. Nearly a quarter of Earlhamites are U.S. students of color, about 1 in 5 of our students are international, and a third of our domestic students are eligible for the Pell Grant (a federal grant for students with significant financial need). In the past few years, as many as 1 in 4 students were the first in their families to go to college. We’re glad they picked Earlham. Every Earlhamite’s culture helps strengthen our community.

The first five words you see will describe your first year at Earlham. No pressure.

Learn. Question. Converse. Repeat.

Stick this moment in a time capsule. Save this page. Hang onto it and revisit it as a relic from BC (before college) to see how much you’ve grown.

What are you most looking forward to doing at Earlham?

What’s the coolest thing you’ve done to date?

What is your biggest source of joy?

Why?

What do you think your major will be?

What’s your favorite song right now?

What do you think your future job will be?

Where do you see yourself living after college?

Ask one question to your future self:

Earlham is among the 40 select Colleges That Change Lives

65% of Earlhamites participate in offcampus study

Earlhamites have won…

41 Fulbright awards

We’re recognized as one of the nation’s best classroom experiences according to The Princeton Review

list

We have a natural history museum ON campus

(which employs about 40 students per semester if you’re interested)

4 Rhodes Scholarships

2 Nobel laureates

there’s an outdoor classroom for sunny days

Our campus sits on a few hundred acres of land (that includes hiking trails and even an equestrian barn!)

You can sit and stay awhile in our oncampus greenhouse

Our campus quad is nicknamed “The Heart”

Dogs and cats are cute, but our class pets are worms who help aid our compost bins at Miller Farm

Three Earlhamites have won the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship since 2020

We have a Javanese Gamelan Ensemble

We have multiple tree swings on campus

The majority of students flip to this page first.

And for good reason. Why risk adoring Earlham (how could you not?!) if we don’t have the major or minor you need. With 39 majors and 56 minors (and the ability to create your own) we assure you, we do. Explore traditional majors like accounting and non-traditional minors like equestrian management below.

MAJORS

Accounting

African and African American Studies

Ancient and Classical Studies

Art

Biochemistry

Biology

Business

Chemistry

Comparative Languages and Linguistics

Computer Science

Creative Writing

Data Science

Earth and Environmental Science

Economics

Engineering*

English

Environmental Sustainability

French and Francophone Studies

History

International Studies

Japanese Studies

Mathematics

Media and Communications

Museum Studies

Music

Neuroscience

Peace and Global Studies

Philosophy

Physics and Astronomy

Politics

Pre-engineering

Psychology

Public Policy

Religion

Social Services

Sociology/Anthropology

Spanish and Hispanic Studies

Theatre Arts

Women’s, Gender, Sexuality Studies

MINORS

Accounting

African and African American Studies

Ancient and Classical Studies

Anthrozoology

(Human-Animal Studies)**

Archaeology

Arts and Advocacy**

Art, Nature and Conservation**

Art

Arts Management**

Biochemistry

Biology

Business

Chemistry

Computer Science

Contemplative Studies**

Creative Writing

Data Science

Digital Arts**

Earth and Environmental Science

East Asian Studies

Economics

Education**

English

Environmental Sustainability

Equestrian Management

Film Studies

French and Francophone Studies

History

Japanese Language and Linguistics

Japanese Studies

Jewish Studies

Law and Social Justice**

Leadership**

Mathematics

Medical Humanities

Museum Studies

Music

Outdoor Education**

Peace Corps Prep**

Public Health

Philosophy

Physics and Astronomy

Politics

Psychology

Public Policy

Quality Science

Religion

Shakespeare Studies**

Sociology/Anthropology

Spanish and Hispanic Studies

Sports Management

Sustainability and Management**

Sustainable Agriculture**

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Theatre Arts

Women’s, Gender, Sexuality Studies

*Pending final approval by the Higher Learning Commission

**Applied minors (see next page)

Faculty-Student Collaboration.

Your most highly anticipated collab of the year.

There’s a reason we’re nationally ranked for our classroom experience. Our professors are partners in your education, working alongside you in and outside of the classroom to explore new ideas. Oftentimes, this partnership manifests through research (more about that on page 28). To further the atmosphere of collaboration, our professors encourage

first name, respectfully. Because at the end of the day, just like you, our professors are people—brilliant, hardworking, experts in their fields—but still, people. And in order to create an environment full of mutual respect and desire to learn, recognizing that humanity is at the core of our approach to education.

QUESTION.

Bring your passion, and applied minors will match your energy by allowing you to take four to six courses on a specific theme or interest while creating space for you to do co-curricular activities.

1 in 6 Earlhamites double majored in the past five years. Unlike many schools, we don’t charge per major (so you can pursue multiple passions without paying more).

Engineering

Pre-law

Pre-health

3+1 in Education (Earn a B.A. and M.A.T. in education and a teaching license in four years!)

What’s it like to learn at Earlham?

At this point, you’ve probably seen some stats like these before. But what are these numbers all about and why shouldn’t you just flip to the next page? Let’s dig in.

Average class size: 12 students

85% of classes have fewer than 20 students

6:1 student-faculty ratio

Why this matters: Smaller class sizes means more connection. It means your professor will actually know your first name (and you’ll get to call them by theirs). They mean more opportunity for interactive learning. More opportunities to answer your questions in real time. And more time for 1:1 support.

53% of students were in top 25% of high school graduating class

92% of faculty hold terminal degrees in their fields

Why this matters: You’ll get to have debates with, make friends with and have open conversations with students who are equally as curious and driven as you are.

(which are not only impressive but interesting, too)

Why this matters: You’ll have the opportunity to learn from engaged, real-life professionals who are dedicated to their disciplines. Despite being experts in their fields, they always find a way to keep learning. That kind of passion is contagious.

106 full-time faculty & 11 part-time faculty

We’ll make your journey epic.

You do what you love. Our treat.

Our signature program, the Epic Journey, is all about connecting you with the resources to set you up for success, even after you’ve graduated. It’s basically a four-year plan to connect what you’ve learned inside the classroom with meaningful experiences outside the classroom. It’s customized to fit your unique interests, helps you reach milestones and ultimately allows you to hit personal and career goals. We’ll be right by your side throughout the entire journey, cheering you on and providing resources and guidance to get you through every twist and turn.

If that wasn’t enticing enough, here’s a little something extra to sweeten the pot: through our Epic Advantage, every Earlhamite is guaranteed a career-focused experience funded up to $5,000. That means free money to pursue study abroad, internships or research across the globe that gets you closer to what you want to do.

And if you’re not exactly sure what you want your future to look like, we can try to figure it out together when you turn the page.

Earlham’s own Ferit Güven.

What could you talk about for hours?

What’s a major goal of yours?

How can you dive deeper?

Is the answer pizza? Yes

no

a minor related to it a major related to it

clubs & orgs related to it

tag us in it @earlhamcollege make a tiktok about it

an internship or research experience studying abroad Yes

do you feel like that’s possible for you?

no, I’m worried about financing

go to page 42

where do you want earlham to take you?

did you know that we fund one experience up to $5,000?

revisit page 18

no, but that’s sick!

yes, and I can’t wait!

what will you do next?

Real-life Epic Journey outcomes

Get a glimpse into Earlhamites’ lived experiences and how their Epic Journeys helped them feel better prepared to take on the future—whatever it may hold.

Olivia Wilson ’23

Psychology major Olivia Wilson ’23 always knew she wanted to pursue something in the mental health space. But what that something was remained a mystery to her—that is, until she began her Epic Journey. Olivia interned with Fresh Start through Volunteers of America, a residential program that works with women, specifically mothers, struggling with substance use and addiction.

During her internship, something clicked. This work provided Olivia with all of the reassurance she needed to know she was on the right path. Working with clients to destigmatize and bring awareness to substance-use addiction felt fulfilling, and she liked being in an environment that promoted positive wellbeing for not only clients, but staff, too.

Isaac RobertsonBrown ’23

This bio major’s summer internship with the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center’s Fisheries Conservation Lab went swimmingly. Isaac spent his days doing fieldwork catching fish and crabs, measuring them, and observing if other creatures came out to eat them. In his downtime, he pursued an independent project where he analyzed data from horseshoe crabs that were tagged and released back into the wild.

Leaving this internship, Isaac’s resume and CV weren’t the only things strengthened— he built lasting relationships with professionals in the field and plans to connected. “If I didn’t have this internship this summer, I would be less likely to break into this field after graduation.”

Shruti Belitkar ’23

Shruti Belitkar ’23 is a neuroscience major on a mission to become an epidemiologist— specifically, an infectious disease specialist. So, she set out to shadow a pathologist.

With the guidance of her Epic Journey roadmap, Shruti was able to pack her bags and head to India to get real-life experience in the field and see for herself what pathologists do. During her time in India, Shruti was able to get hands-on lab experience with real-time patients for the first time and learned about one of the biggest responsibilities of healthcare providers today: being a beacon of hope.

Research & Experiential Learning

Research isn’t just for students in the sciences. At Earlham, every student has the opportunity to collaborate with faculty on research that matters to them. Our students’ research goes on to improve not only their academic experience, but their fields of study. Some research even gets published in academic journals.

Academic year collaborative research

During the school year, collaborative research can be done for credit. It’s up to you to decide if you’d prefer to pursue your research more independently or have more structured mentorship from your professor. This type of collaborative research can also be a great opportunity for students in need of work study, too. Ultimately, it all ladders up to the Epic Expo, a place where students can present their work and findings for good.

Summer collaborative research

In the summer months, students can receive financial support to conduct research. You’ll research close to 40 hours per week, alongside other Earlhamites and an expert professor to lend a helping hand.

If you give an Earlhamite an internship…

They’ll ask for responsibility. Our students don’t intern to make hundreds of copies or make coffee runs all day long. They intern to organize, to research, to write and to be on the ground doing the work. And ensure our students get access to those real-world experiences in their field of interest, we provide resources like our Epic Advantage, career coaching and advising.

Earlhamites intern, research and work with companies and organizations like these:

• Citibank

• Adobe

• Conserve Natural Forests

• Smithsonian Institution

• Joint US-China Collaboration on Clean Energy

• Philadelphia Zoo

• Richmond Parks and Recreation

• Living Roots Farm

• United Nations

• Cope Environmental Center

• Shanghai Winner Environmental Technologies

• Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

and Illustrator, Esther Hale ’23’s greatest takeaway from her internship was confidence. The philosophy and art major used her Epic Advantage to pursue a summer digital design internship in Spain, which she credits with helping her decide to pursue science communication after graduation.

The entire experience allowed her to feel more confident in her own abilities, ultimately admitting, “I have more courage than I thought.”

Your future self will thank you.

Earlhamites have gone on to make positive changes in every field imaginable. What will your future hold? You’ll figure it out in time. For now, here’s something else to figure out.

DOWN

1. Ways to measure success.

2. Fancy way of saying a student was admitted into another institution or accepted a job offer. (two words)

3. An official representing a country abroad.

4. To accomplish a goal.

5. A person who offers their time up for a good cause.

6. Higher education beyond undergrad. (two words)

7. A person with expert knowledge of natural or physical sciences.

ACROSS

1. Someone who campaigns for social and/or political change.

2. A doctor of philosophy. (abbreviation)

3. A member of the Senate.

4. Sponsored, funded opportunity for personal and professional growth.

5. A prestigious scholarship awarded to study at the University of Oxford.

6. A person who creates art by carving into mediums like clay, wood, or stone.

7. A practitioner of medicine.

Awards hosted by the Hollywood Foreign Press (two words).

Crossword key on page 34

8.

Where Earlhamites end up.

Earlhamites are great at doing good. Our alumni are activists, diplomats, award-winning actors, sculptors, expert jugglers and just about everything in between. Many of them credit their success to the time spent, lessons learned and experiences gained here at Earlham.

91% of work-seekers are employed, pursuing graduate school or volunteering within six months of graduation

Earlham is among the nation’s leaders in higher education for the percentage of our graduates who earn advanced degrees, including the Ph.D.

Companies and organizations Earlhamites have recently landed jobs with:

Universities and colleges where Earlhamites have pursued higher education:

Earlham grad is now working as a field support unit leader for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). He was most recently deployed to the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, to deal with the aftermath of nearly 100,000 gallons of spilled toxic chemicals.

With help from Earlham, it was easy for Sarah Dickman ’22, to see into her future (some pun intended). The former biology major is now a research technician at the Schepens Eye Research Institute, one of the nation’s top research centers on the Harvard Medical School campus.

Justin’s day-to-day includes coordinating deployments of FEMA staff all over the country, specializing in natural disasters like hurricanes, storms, floods and tornadoes.

Sarah has since had the opportunity to participate in groundbreaking studies that change the vision for the future of, well, vision—and she credits her time here at Earlham with preparing her for these kinds of opportunities.

“There’s a lot of opportunity to do good at FEMA, whether one is interested in disaster response, like me, nature-based solutions to climate change, environmental and historic preservation or many other fields.”

Earlham vibes only

So you moved to Richmond, Indiana— now what?

There’s a common misconception that the Midwest can be… well, mid. But we assure you that there’s plenty to explore on and off campus. Richmond, and Earlham, is just as unique, active and fun as our students.

Close your eyes and imagine:

You set foot on campus for the first time ever. Your shoes sink into the grass. This is the place where you can talk about your favorite movie for 10 minutes straight, uninterrupted. The place where you’ll meet your best friend, roommate and the only other person on earth who loves Drag Race as much as you do. The low hum of crickets, chirping birds and squirrels—doing…whatever squirrels do—surrounds you.

As you walk around campus, you see other students carrying mason jars instead of plastic water bottles (arguably, the more fashionable and sustainable choice). As you look closer, you notice hammocks and slacklines strung between trees, a swing and Adirondack chairs where Earlhamites chat, read and nap between classes.

This is Earlham.

Ready for the weekend?

When it comes to things to do, and people to do them with, there’s no shortage of options at Earlham. Find your people through clubs and organizations (more on page 42) and keep reading to find out what’s popular with Earlhamites on and off campus.

Want to see what Earlhamites are getting into right now?

IG: @earlhamcollege1847 TikTok: @earlhamcollege

FB: @EarlhamCollege

Volunteering for good

Community is everything to Earlhamites. And that includes the greater Richmond community, too. That’s why we have our Office of Community Engagement—where students can find service opportunities not just here in Richmond, but all over the world. Students collaborate with our community partners to find ways to get involved with social justice movements, public policy, voter education and registration, local issues and more.

These hands-on experiences benefit your learning, your resume and

Richmond is rad.

Chances are, if you’re not from around here, you likely haven’t heard of this cute little city tucked in Wayne County. You’ll find plenty of green scenery with trails, waterfalls and gardens all around—but it still maintains a bit of bustling city energy.

It’s the best of both worlds for those that don’t want to commit exclusively to the city or the ’burbs. However, if you do get the itch for a day trip, Richmond is an easy drive to several major cities.

Indianapolis (1 hr, 15 mins)

Cincinnati (1 hr, 25 mins)

Columbus (1 hr, 40 mins)

Cleveland (3 hrs, 30 mins)

Chicago (4 hrs)

The 11 Wonders of Wayne County

Like the seven wonders of the world, but make it Richmond. Be sure to check out some of these landmarks during your time at Earlham.

Gennett Records Walk of Fame — Hollywood stars, who? Walk alongside the markers of jazz icons like Louis Armstrong who recorded with this Richmond-founded label back in the day. Fun fact: Richmond is known as the birthplace of recorded jazz, and in the winter months, the former record factory is home to the indoor farmers’ market.

Antique Alley — Richmond is renowned for its antique shopping. Vintage lovers and thrift flippers, get those sewing machines ready.

Fountain Acres Amish Store — Affectionately coined “Amish Walmart,” this grocery store is the go-to spot for baked goods, candy and cheese.

Richmond Art Museum — This cultural gem boasts an expansive collection of contemporary and historical art, including artists from the famed Richmond School, a group of American Impressionist painters who worked here in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Richmond Rose Garden — Unwinding here is the ultimate cottagecore fantasy.

Thistlethwaite Falls — We hear you’re not supposed to go chasing waterfalls, but it’s hard not to when they’re this beautiful.

Levi Coffin House — This National Historic Landmark was built in 1839 and was owned by Levi Coffin, a Quaker abolitionist who helped to operate the underground railroad.

Clara’s Pizza King — Just your run-of-the-mill local pizza joint with a full-sized double-decker bus inside. You gotta love Richmond.

Earlham Nature Reserve System — Explore more than 400 acres including creeks, rivers, prairies, forests and recreational trails for hiking and biological study.

Roscoe’s Coffee Bar and Tap Room — The vibes in this coffee shop are astronomical. Enjoy the perfect blend of industrial and artsy style while sipping on some fair-trade coffee.

Cardinal Greenway Trail — Take a stroll or bike ride through Indiana’s longest rail trail spanning 62 miles.

What’s cool to do on campus?

A better question might be—what isn’t? Earlham is full of hidden gems. Allow us to dig up a few:

Swing near the science buildings — Feel the breeze, listen to trees and look kind of adorable doing it.

Relax in the adirondacks — There must be science that explains why sitting at a 90-degree angle just hits different.

Listen to the Javanese Gamelan ensemble — If you’ve never had the pleasure of hearing this type of ensemble before, a gamelan is a set of Indonesian percussion instruments, used for traditional ritual music in Java and Bali.

The giant beaver fossil — Did we already mention we have a literal natural history museum ON our campus? We know Quakers are supposed to be humble… but come on, that’s pretty dang sweet.

Chill on the Heart — It’s what we call our campus quad. On sunny days, you’ll find most Earlhamites lounging and laughing in the grass.

“Earlham isn’t just a college, it’s your home for four years.”

— Tsitsi Makufa ’22

Find your people.

At Earlham, we have more than 50 clubs and organizations to help you connect with Earlhamites who have similar interests, passions or shared backgrounds. Joining a club or organization can be a great way to make friends, build better time management skills and unabashedly declare your love for your favorite member of BTS. Check off the ones you want to join below:

SERVICE CLUBS:

Disability Advocates

Health Club

Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)

Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students (MAPS)

Net Impact Chapter at Earlham

Sexual Health Peer Educators

CULTURAL CLUBS:

Black Student Union

International Student Coalition

Pura Vida Latinx

South Asian Student Association

Students for Free Tibet

Students for Peace and Justice in Palestine (SPJP)

POLITICAL CLUBS:

Earlham College Amnesty

International (ECAI)

EC for Fair Labor

EC Votes

Model United Nations

RELIGIOUS LIFE GROUPS:

Buddhist Student Union

College Meeting for Worship

Cabinet

Earlham Christian Fellowship

EC Unitarian Universalists

Interfaith Cabinet

Jewish Student Union

Muslim Student Association

Questing Catholics

Student Friends

SPECIAL INTEREST CLUBS:

Barn Co-op

Bike Co-op

BTS Fan Club

Dance Alloy

Earlham Ethical Debate Club (EDC)

Earlham Theatre Company

Google Developers

Neuro Student Union

Outdoors Club

Student Activities Board (SAB)

SPORTS CLUBS:

Aikido Club

Boxing Club

Hunt Seat Equestrian Club

Women’s Rugby Club

Ultimate Frisbee Club

Co-Recreational Volleyball

Start your own:

And remember, if there’s a gap between what’s offered and what you’re into, we’re happy to help you make your dream club or organization a reality.

The fight never left

Technically, we used to be the “Fighting’ Quakers.” A bit oxymoronic, we know. And though that word hasn’t been in our name since the 1980s, the fight lives on in our student-athletes.

Don’t let the whole “Quakers are pacifists” thing fool you. When we play, we play to win—but never at the expense of good sportsmanship.

DIII Sports: On average, 40% of our students will compete at this level, so take note.

MEN’s

Baseball

Basketball

Cross Country

Golf

Lacrosse

Soccer

Tennis

Track & Field

WOMEN’S

Basketball

Cross Country

Field Hockey

Golf

Lacrosse

Soccer

Softball

Tennis

Track & Field

Volleyball

64 of our student-athletes earned Academic All-Conference honors in 2021-22 and 36 Earlhamites earned All-Conference honors in either the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference or the North Coast Athletic Conference in 2021-22.

We also play to move our bodies, to blow off some steam and to make new friends (human, equine or otherwise.) There’s something for athletes and players of every level and interest.

Club:

Aikido club

Badminton club

Boxing club

Esports club

Equestrian Club

Men’s Rugby Club

Women’s Rugby Club

Tennis Club

Ultimate Frisbee Club

Recreational: Basketball

Co-rec soccer

Table tennis

FIGHT, FIGHT INNER LIGHT!

40% of Earlham students participate in organized sports at intramural, club and DIII level. And the skills they learn on the field are just as valuable off of it. According to a 2022 Forbes article, student-athletes develop skills like balance, accountability and perspective—all of which pave the way for a successful personal life and career.

Ready to move in?

What’s special about this hall?

Full kitchen on every floor

Laundry on every floor

• First-year residence hall

• Gender-inclusive

• Double and triple rooms

BUNDY Hall

What’s special about this hall?

Second floor is home to the Culture and Languages FirstYear Experience community

• First-year residence hall

• Gender-inclusive

• Three full kitchens

• Two laundry rooms

What’s special about this hall? The Student Life and Residence Life offices are on its main floor

It’s connected to the dining hall and Runyan Center (great for snowy and rainy days!)

Second floor is home to the Substance-Free Living-Learning Community

• Gender-inclusive

• Two full kitchens

• One laundry room

• Single and double rooms

Barrett Hall Earlham Hall

Mills Hall Warren Hall

What’s special about this hall?

Full kitchen on every floor

Laundry on every floor

TV lounge on every floor

1/3 of “The U” as Earlhamites have named it (formed by Mills, Warren and Wilson Halls)

• Gender-inclusive

• Single and double rooms

Olvey-Andis Hall

What’s special about this hall?

Near the library and dining hall

Full kitchen on every floor

Laundry on every floor

TV lounge on every floor

• Gender-inclusive

• Single and double rooms

What’s special about this hall?

Warren Hall is home to the African, African-American and Black Identity Living-Learning Community

2/3 of “The U”

• Gender-inclusive

• One full kitchen

• One laundry room

• Double and triple rooms

Hall

What’s special about this hall?

3/3 of “The U”

• Gender-inclusive

• Double and triple rooms

• One full kitchen

• One laundry room

A big part of the college experience is where you stay. Let’s talk about options for living on campus and the perks of each building. Every hall is gender-inclusive, has vending machines, WiFi, at least one laundry room, kitchen and TV lounge, and has common spaces recently renovated in 2023.

Wilson

Friendship makes your house a home.

Theme and friendship houses are a great way to meet people with similar interests, passions or career goals. While both can be centered around shared cultural backgrounds, hobbies, religions or beliefs, theme houses, like the Jewish Cultural Center, are typically connected to our educational programs and are reviewed every four years, but oftentimes keep the same themes beyond that. Friendship houses, on

Staying grounded at Earlham

Take a moment to breathe.

It’s no secret that the hustle of balancing schoolwork, extracurriculars, your social life and other responsibilities can feel overwhelming and stressful at times. At Earlham, we provide resources so that you can take care of yourself inside and out as you navigate living and learning on your own. We offer mental health services, spiritual counseling and conflict mediation as well as our state-of-theart Athletics and Wellness Center to help you keep your mind, body and spirit feeling refreshed. Your health and well-being come first. And we’ll always be there to support you through challenging times.

Mind Maze: Enter Zen mode. Clear your mind and unwind with this maze of the Heart. Take the next few moments to be present in your actions.

Is it lunchtime yet?

All of our dining hall meals are cooked fresh daily, and you’ll be able to see what’s on the menu a week in advance. Whenever possible, our food is sustainable and often locally sourced, meaning many of our veggies, fruits, eggs, bread, baked goods, poultry, etc. come from within a 150-mile radius of campus. Because we want our students to eat good and feel good so they can continue doing good.

Restaurants in Richmond

Cafe 1847 — Earlham’s on-campus cafe. Perfect for on-the-go meals, snacks, school supplies, toiletries and other convenience items.

Firehouse BBQ and Blues — Live music and smoked meats in a former fire station. Does it get any more Richmond than this?

Gulzar’s Indian Cuisine — Feels homey, has great hospitality and the food is unmatched.

Thai Thara — Authentic, affordable Thai food that might just blow your mind.

Dairy-full and dairy-free

Neat (that’s Quaker for really awesome) buildings

Athletics and Wellness Center

Home of the mighty Earlham Quakers. Our Athletics and Wellness Center isn’t just for student-athletes, we also host group fitness classes like yoga, Pilates and spinning here too!

Center for Visual and Performing Arts

Commonly referred to as CVPA, this building is home to our art, music and theater programs. The building itself is one of our newest additions to campus, renowned for its sustainable design. CVPA is complete with state-of-the-art performance facilities, including a studio theatre, recording studios and spaces for painting, fiber arts and more.

The Co-Lab

Like a WeWork for Earlhamites. Students from all majors are welcome to use the Co-Lab to do exactly that—collaboration. The Co-Lab also houses several of our interdisciplinary Epic Centers.

Runyan Center

The Student Center is perfect for meeting up with friends, grabbing a coffee, heading to the dining hall, picking up mail or browsing the latest Earlham swag in the bookstore.

Joseph Moore Museum

Just our casual, free, on-campus natural history museum. Complete with live reptiles, over 60,000 specimens and artifacts, and an Egyptian mummy. You know, normal college stuff.

Earlham College Observatory

One of the most historic buildings on campus is this star-gazing spot, which was also the first college observatory in Indiana.

The Suzanne HoernerJackson Equestrian Center

This professional-level, 25-stall barn is a 15-minute walk from campus and is home to the barn co-op, where students can take care of horses in exchange for riding privileges.

You’ll be going to college soon. First, congratulations. Second, AHHHHHH!

Leave a mark on this page about how you feel about going to college. Do a doodle, write a haiku, smear ketchup, whatever feels right to you. Mail it back to us and you could see it showcased on campus during your tour at Earlham!

Gut Check

So, we just gave you a lot of information—and we want to check in before we get into the home stretch. How are you feeling about everything you’ve read so far? Circle all the faces that reflect your current mood.

An education for good starts with a value that’s great.

At Earlham, we recognize that your education is an investment—and we’re committed to delivering a quality liberal arts education at an affordable price. It’s why we’re consistently ranked a “Best Value” college by The Princeton Review.

Our healthy endowment and strong network of alumni and friends who believe in the value of an Earlham education make it possible for us to award significant aid to students like you.

Average cost of attendance after aid: $24,500*

Tuition: $50,970

Room: $6,968

*2023-2024, not guaranteed, costs may vary. Estimate based on first-time, first-year students.

Board: $6,225

Fees: $870

Total: $65,033

Think a high-quality liberal arts education at a nationally ranked private college is out of reach? Think again. Earlham debunks the myth that instate public schools are always the most affordable option by providing very generous financial aid packages that can help make your time here a reality. And we’ve got the stats to back it up. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, over 85% of students in the U.S. receive some form of financial aid—at Earlham, that number is 95%.

Scholarships

A scholarship is financial support that does not need to be paid back. Scholarships can be awarded to students for merit and special interests. With the help of generous donors, Earlham offers merit, talent-based and special interest scholarships to high academic achievers, students interested in art, chemistry, community service and engagement, diversity leadership, music, theatre arts, Quakers— the list goes on!

Grants

Grants are typically need-based funds provided by the federal or state government. Earlham also administers its own grant funds thanks to the generosity of alumni donors. Grants do not need to be repaid.

Remember, scholarships and financial aid can help greatly reduce the sticker price.

“With the scholarship opportunities that I have here, Earlham was the best financial option for me.” — Hazel Jordan ’24

When it comes to generosity, we practice what we preach.

Earlham Swag

We think maroon and white might be your colors. Draw yourself in to see what you’d look like as an Earlhamite.

You’ve intrigued me…

What’s next?

Let’s talk about the college application process. You can apply to Earlham through the Common App.

What do I need to apply?

1. Application Essay

2. High school transcript

3. Recommendation Letter

4. Standardized Test Scores (or not—the option’s yours.)

Why do you need them?

We view our students through a holistic lens. We want to see who you are beyond just academics, so we ask for an essay and a recommendation letter to help paint a more complete view of who you are as a person.

FAFSA deadlines

Application available: January 1 or earlier

Application deadline(s): Priority deadline is March 1.

Deadline to ensure that financial aid will be awarded before the first bill issues is June 1. Final deadline: May 1.

application deadlines

Early action 1

Applications due: Nov. 1

Early action 2

Applications due: Dec. 1

Regular decision

Deadline: March 1

Tour your future home.

Experience the energy on campus for yourself—in whatever way you’re most comfortable, whether that’s in-person or virtually.

ON-CAMPUS VISITS

Feel the grass, spot our savviest squirrels and unwind in the Adirondacks as you cruise through campus on this in-person tour. Led by real-life Earlhamites, each tour is packed with personal anecdotes and hot takes (like the best meditation spot on campus).

REMOTE VISIT

We know that coming to campus isn’t the most convenient or comfortable choice for everyone, but that doesn’t mean you should miss out on the goodness of Earlham. Schedule this visit to tour campus via Zoom and attend an information session. Plus, you’ll have the option to chat with an admissions counselor online if you have further questions.

VIRTUAL WALKTHROUGH

The perfect complement to a virtual or on-campus visit, our virtual walkthrough is ideal for scrolling through campus at your own pace. Plus, you can replay and revisit as often as you want until you know the fun facts like the back of your hand.

Visit: earlham.edu/visit

What to know before visiting

Parking

Parking is free and easy, so no need to stress there. We recommend parking in the Admission Visitor Parking spots on the main drive or adjacent lots. After you park, head to the Admission Office in Tyler Hall.

Out-of-town stays

For those who don’t live close to campus and would prefer to stay close by overnight, here are some resources we recommend:

Hampton Inn & Suites Richmond

455 Commerce Rd, Richmond, IN 47374

13-minute drive to Earlham

Best Western Classic Inn

533 W Eaton Pike, Richmond, IN 47374

13-minute drive to Earlham

Home2Suites by Hilton Richmond

5950 National Rd E, Richmond, IN 47374

15-minute drive to Earlham

Other questions about visiting?

Visit our FAQ with the QR code below or contact our admissions team!

Phone number: 1-800-EARLHAM

Domestic Email: admissions@earlham.edu

International Email: intl-admissions@earlham.edu

Real talk from real Earlhamites

Bring this page to your campus tour and ask your guide for their best advice on making the most of your time at Earlham.

Squirrelebrity Sightings

Mr. Peanuts 2:34 pm the Heart He discovered granola bars— in the trash.