You might not expect to find such a wide array of arts and culture offerings in an off-the-beaten-path setting like Gambier, Ohio. But make no mistake: the world comes to our campus via an abundance of world-class lectures, film screenings, concerts, art exhibitions and other cultural activities throughout the year. And Kenyon students are more than a captive audience — they serve as engaged and active participants in the planning and execution of many of our spirited events.
"The conundrum of a writer’s life, particularly that of a poet, is learning to embody a paradox. One has to be fierce and tender at the same time, loud and quiet, brash and introspective."
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Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Rita Dove
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40The average number of theatrical productions held on campus every year.
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13instrumental groups perform each semester, including the Sundanese gamelan degung ensemble.
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8student a capella groups warble regularly on campus—some tour during winter and spring breaks.
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70The average number of artworks in the Gund Gallery art loan program that students live with each semester.