Brian and Nikki Selden P’25

Dear Kenyon Parents and Families, 

As we begin our final year as Kenyon parents, we are thrilled to welcome you to the start of Kenyon’s third century on the Hill. Each of our daughter’s first three years has been unique and exciting, as parents we have marveled at the education, growth and camaraderie that she has found in Gambier. We hope that your student likewise will enjoy the rich academic and community experience that Kenyon offers.  

This is our fourth year serving on the Kenyon Parents Council (KPC) and our second as its co-chairs. The KPC supports the College by encouraging philanthropy, hosting welcome events and acting as a liaison and resource to the Kenyon parent community. We are grateful for the opportunity to get to know so many wonderful folks who help support Kenyon, its mission and its students.  

Would you like to get involved? You can! The College has many opportunities that include speaking to prospective parents, providing career counseling to upperclass students, offering work internships through the Career Development Office, supporting regional welcome events and other efforts. We also encourage you to support the Kenyon Parents Fund, which provides vital financial support to the College.

Kenyon’s Family Weekend is October 18 - 20 this year, and we hope you’ll be joining us. It is a terrific time to experience everything from academic classes to student performances to athletic games (Go Owls!). To stay current with campus events some resources include the monthly e-newsletter Talk of the Hill and the student newspaper the Kenyon Collegian. You can also review Kenyon’s events calendar and follow Kenyon’s social media accounts, which are filled with updates on the current happenings on campus.  

This last year included the installation of President Julie Kornfeld as Kenyon’s 20th president and second female president, as well as the continuation of the College’s bicentennial celebration. Both have generated a powerful feeling of history and belonging that makes it an exciting time to be a part of the greater Kenyon community!  

We look forward to another terrific year in Gambier with you.  

Best wishes,
Nikki and Brian Selden P’25