
Connections That Count
Cover Story — Fall 2025
When Erin Melville Lageman ’04 walks into Great American Ball Park, she does so with the pride of knowing her journey to the Cincinnati Reds began at a small liberal arts college in Lexington, Kentucky.
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Transylvania welcomed an exceptional new class of Pioneers this fall, featuring an average GPA of 3.8—the highest in recent years. Most students hail from Kentucky, with others joining from across the country, including strong representation from Ohio and a growing number from Texas.
Invest in the Next 250 Years of Pioneers
The year 2030 will mark Transylvania’s quarter-century. As we begin looking forward to our 250th anniversary, your gift helps ensure Transylvania’s tradition of academic excellence continues for generations to come. Contributions to the Transylvania Fund provide scholarships, strengthen programs and boost alumni participation—key for rankings and grant opportunities. Every gift, no matter the size, shapes the future of Transy.









