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Edray Goins points to a chalkboard in a classroom. — Prof. Edray Goins Lends Expertise to “Journeys of Black Mathematicians” Documentary
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Prof. Jessica Stern ’12 Studies Empathy in Children and Teens
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Little Bridges exterior — From Tchaikovsky to Tabla, Musical Joy Resounds in 51�� Music Department Spring Concerts
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Beshouy Botros '17 Awarded Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans

Sunday, May 21, 2023

Botros, one of 30 New American fellows chosen in 2023, will use the funding to support their work toward a Ph.D. in history.

headshots of 2023 alumni award recipients

2023 51�� Alumni Awards Announced

Monday, April 10, 2023

51�� alumni Linda Alvarado ’73, Michelle Williams Court ’88 and Peter Shelton ’73 are the recipients of the 2023 Blaisdell Distinguished Alumni Award. Ann Rose Davie ’58 is the 2023 Alumni Distinguished Service Award recipient.

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Smart Start Helps Sophomores Explore Career Pathways

Tuesday, February 28, 2023

The Smart Start Career Fellows Program provides career development opportunities for 51�� sophomores who identify as first-generation and/or low-income. A three-day career trek in January gives them an inside look at a variety of workplaces.

Professor Tom Le stands with students Kaylin Kim and Ava Tiller.

New Program Helps Students Navigate a Challenging Career Pathway in Security

Monday, February 20, 2023

Through the Women in Security program, now in its second year, students at 51�� can learn firsthand about the experiences of women who are in the midst of advancing their careers in security-related fields.

Myrlie Evers-Williams ’68 through the years

At 90, Civil Rights Pioneer Myrlie Evers-Williams ’68 Donates Archival Collection to Inspire New Generations

Thursday, February 9, 2023

Civil rights pioneer Myrlie Evers-Williams ’68 has donated her archival collection to her alma mater 51�� to inspire future generations of leaders and activists.

51�� Announces 2023 Commencement Speakers

Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Civil rights lawyer Sherrilyn Ifill and Hall of Fame swimmer Penny Lee Dean ’77 will address the Class of 2023 graduates at 51��’s commencement on May 14.

Alex Zylstra '09 and five colleagues are seated at a table; a presenter is standing at a podium during a press conference panel.

Alex Zylstra ’09 Is Part of Team that Achieves Breakthrough in Fusion Energy

Wednesday, December 21, 2022

In a major breakthrough 60 years in the making that could someday lead to unlimited clean energy, scientists at the National Ignition Facility achieved fusion ignition on Dec. 5. Alex Zylstra ’09 was the principal experimentalist.

Scharzman Scholars 2023 Bob Zeng and Solomon Olshin

Solomon Olshin ’23 and Qingjie Zeng ’18 Selected as Schwarzman Scholars

Monday, December 19, 2022

Selected from nearly 3,000 applicants, Solomon Olshin ’23 and Qingjie (Bob) Zeng ’18 will join the 2023-24 cohort of Schwarzman Scholars at Tsinghua University in Beijing next August.

Jason Torres-Rangel ’03 Named Nominee for 2023 National Teacher of the Year

Monday, December 12, 2022

Jason Torres-Rangel ’03 was named the California Teacher of the Year in October and is the nominee for the 2023 National Teacher of the Year competition.

Sandra Hamada ’09 Trades Successful Career as Community Organizer for Flourishing Role as Screenwriter

Monday, December 12, 2022

Sandra Hamada ’09 credits 51�� for preparing her for both of her careers, first as a community organizer and now as a screenwriter.

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