Making waves, making change, or both, our alumni are bringing light to all parts of the world, in all kinds of ways.

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Fall / Winter 2023

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Better Together

Sisters Sara Tanza ’06 and Melissa McConville ’07 couldn’t find a fun and inclusive race, so they created one. This year, 9,000 people will run their She.is.Beautiful events

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Spring / Summer 2023

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Zone of Genius

Creative director Jena Dominique Pruitt ’14 makes a case for world travel and self-exploration in her quest for success

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Fall / Winter 2022

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The Friendship Paddle

Every year, a giving group paddleboards across the Channel, raising funds and spirits for friends in need

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Spring / Summer 2022

Bianca Valenti riding a huge wave at Mavericks

Bianca Valenti

Fighting for equity, representation — and really big waves — is all in a day’s work for this pro surfer and activist.

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Fall / Winter 2021

Emma Rose Cohen and a reusable straw

Bright Spots

From innovations in reusable straws to passing on a love of music to children in underserved communities, these Gauchos are paying it forward in ways that make us proud.
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