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THE PRINCIPIA ATHLETE
Summer 2026
Win-Win
From championship competitors and honor-roll scholars to artists, leaders, and changemakers, Principians embody the whole-person ideal. Inside, meet today's coaches, student-athletes, and stalwart alumni who define what it means to be a Principia athlete.
Summer 2026
On the Cover
The Principia Athlete
Principia athletes past and present stand as exemplars of excellence on and off the field. Their stories reveal how character, perseverance, and purpose create success on and off the field.
![The Principia Athlete]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1785522751/principiacollegeedu/czhqop4vp3iokdpaftbz/FeatureBlockImage_FeatA_2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1785522751/principiacollegeedu/czhqop4vp3iokdpaftbz/FeatureBlockImage_FeatA_2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1785522751/principiacollegeedu/czhqop4vp3iokdpaftbz/FeatureBlockImage_FeatA_2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1785522751/principiacollegeedu/czhqop4vp3iokdpaftbz/FeatureBlockImage_FeatA_2.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1785522751/principiacollegeedu/czhqop4vp3iokdpaftbz/FeatureBlockImage_FeatA_2.png","width":1500}])
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![World Class]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1785522751/principiacollegeedu/xir82vxufpwdqcjzgok7/FeatureBlockImage_FeatC.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1785522751/principiacollegeedu/xir82vxufpwdqcjzgok7/FeatureBlockImage_FeatC.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1785522751/principiacollegeedu/xir82vxufpwdqcjzgok7/FeatureBlockImage_FeatC.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1785522751/principiacollegeedu/xir82vxufpwdqcjzgok7/FeatureBlockImage_FeatC.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1785522751/principiacollegeedu/xir82vxufpwdqcjzgok7/FeatureBlockImage_FeatC.png","width":1500}])
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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Finding Her Voice
Award-winning filmmaker Kira Powell (C'06) returned to campus to share how a Principia education helped shape her creative journey and inspired her to tell authentic stories through film.
More Stories
Teacher of the Year, Twice Over
Principia College's two-time Teacher of the Year, Dr. Galen Benson reflects on a lifetime of learning, teaching, and helping students discover their limitless potential.
Meet Middle School Principal Kendall Shoemake
Bringing energy, optimism, and a deep belief in every student's limitless potential, Shoemake’s student-centered approach aligns with Principia's commitment to a whole-person education.
Uniforms Through the Years
From classic designs to modern updates, Principia uniforms have evolved alongside generations of students and athletes. Take a look back at the styles, stories, and spirit woven into school history.
A Legacy of Servant Leadership
Remembering former College Presidents Dr. David E. Pfeifer (FS’77) and John W. Williams, JD (C'76) whose lives of teaching, leadership, and service left a lasting mark on Principia and generations of students.
Get the Full Issue
The digital version of Purpose showcases a few stories, but there is much more to see! View the fast-loading PDF to read the full magazine if you missed out on your printed copy in the mail or want to take a digital version with you.
