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Len Rubin '54 made a donation in the 2025-2026 year for the 40th year in a row! Amazing! Thank you for being In for Allegheny, Len!

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Thank you to Nicole Morton '03 for spending time with prospective students and families at the Colleges That Change Lives fair in Seattle. Your enthusiasm and personal story help bring the Allegheny experience to life. We couldn't do it without alumni like you!

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Thank you, Terry Kelly '68, for volunteering at the Colleges That Change Lives Fair in San Diego. By sharing your Allegheny experience, you're helping students discover what makes our community so special. Thanks for making a difference!

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Shout out to Justin Gerboc '00 for proudly representing Allegheny at the Colleges That Change Lives Fair in San Jose. Alumni like you help students see the opportunities, connections, and lifelong community that come with being a Gator. Thanks for saying YES!

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A huge thank you to Tamara Babic '21 for representing Allegheny at the Colleges That Change Lives Fair in San Francisco. Every conversation, every question answered, and every story shared helps students imagine themselves as future Gators. We appreciate you being there for Allegheny!

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"Triple Threat" Spotlight: Kris Egers Carter '91

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"Triple Threat" Spotlight: Kris Egers Carter '91

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Kris Egers Carter '91 has found countless ways to say "I'm in" since the start of the In For Allegheny Campaign. She helps invite future Gators by serving as a Blue & Gold Ambassador — making calls to admitted students — as well as representing Allegheny at college fairs and writing Gator Greetings notes. Kris also works to inspire current students, participating in Gator2Gator Career Fairs and taking part in networking sessions and classroom visits during Blue & Gold Weekend. And when it comes to investing in Allegheny's future, Kris has given every single year of the campaign.

When asked why she is in for Allegheny, she shared, "I'm in for Allegheny because it not only gave me the college degree I was looking for, it provided what I needed to succeed as a scientist, a business woman and a person. Allegheny College offered me valuable mentors, introduced me to lifelong friends and imparted the critical thinking skills that I've used throughout my career as a geologist."

Thank you, Kris, for being such a terrific example of what it looks like to be In For Allegheny!

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"Triple Threat" Spotlight: Noor Buchi '22

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"Triple Threat" Spotlight: Noor Buchi '22

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For Noor Buchi '22, being in for Allegheny means showing up for the College and the academic department that shaped his own path. Since graduation, he’s helped invite future Gators by referring a student to Allegheny's admissions office. Noor also works to inspire current students, helping with the Computer and Information Science Department's Technical Advisory Board (TAB) to support students and faculty — a few graduating seniors even mentioned him by name, crediting Noor's guidance as they thought through their next steps. He continues to invest in Allegheny's future as a consistent supporter of the TAB fundraiser, helping students in the CIS department through his donations.

When asked why he is in for Allegheny, he shared, "I'm in for Allegheny because the incredible community in the CIS department gave me a foundation that helped get me where I am today. It's been awesome watching the department evolve over recent years, and I'm grateful to be part of that journey by supporting students as they take their next steps."

Thank you, Noor! You are truly a “triple threat” for Allegheny and the Computer & Information Science department!

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"Triple Threat" Spotlight: Dana O'Connor Plumb '19

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"Triple Threat" Spotlight: Dana O'Connor Plumb '19

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Dana O'Connor Plumb '19 is all in for Allegheny. She helps invite future Gators by writing Gator Greeting notes to admitted students, submitting referrals of prospective students to admissions, and serving as a college fair representative — she's even shared her own story of life after Allegheny to help inspire others. Speaking of inspiring, Dana has done that too, participating on a CHEMII Alumni Panel and speaking to classes about her experience. She also invests in Allegheny's future, having served on her reunion committee and made a gift to support student/faculty research on Gator Give Day.

When asked why she is in for Allegheny, she shared, "I'm in for Allegheny because Allegheny saw the potential in me. I never heard 'no' from any of my professors when I wanted to try something new, whether that was giving a clarinet recital, doing research as a sophomore, or going to grad school."

Thank you, Dana, for being one of our "All-in Gators" for the In For Allegheny Campaign!

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Allegheny College Sets Record Breaking Fundraising Year with $91 Million. “

Thanks to the enthusiastic backing of our alumni and friends, this philanthropic support enables Allegheny College to invest forward to advance academic excellence, enhance our vibrant campus, achieve robust student outcomes, and continue to thrive as a national leader in teaching, research, innovation, and value,” said President Ron Cole.

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/allegheny-college-sets-record-breaking-fundraising-year-with-91-million/

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On Saturday, March 28, college leadership, coaches, and student-athletes gathered at the Robertson Athletic Complex to break ground on the new 12,000-square-foot Baird Center for Football Operations.

The project, made possible by a generous $1.5 million gift from lead donors Kevin and Lisa Fiedor Baird, both 1984 Allegheny graduates, marks a significant investment in Allegheny College’s commitment to deliver a premier NCAA Division III student-athlete experience.

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/new-era-for-gator-football-allegheny-breaks-ground-on-baird-center-for-football-operations/

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Allegheny College’s branch campus, the Allegheny Lab for Innovation & Creativity (ALIC @ Bessemer), has launched the Tool City Talent Fund, expanding access to workforce training and supporting individuals pursuing careers in advanced manufacturing regionally. This multi-faceted initiative is made possible by the generous funding from the RDL Family Foundation, Ainsworth Foundation, and Lang Family Foundation.

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/tool-city-talent-fund/

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Kirsten proudly embodies what it means to be In For Allegheny. She helps invite future Gators by serving as a Gator Greeting writer for accepted students and as a leader of the Cleveland Alumni Chapter, welcoming others into the Allegheny community. Kirsten also works to inspire students through her service as a Summer on the Cuyahoga volunteer, acting as an ambassador for student interns. She continues to invest in Allegheny’s future, supporting the College every year of the campaign with gifts to Immediate Impact Scholarships and Campus Improvements & Beautification.

When asked why she is in for Allegheny, Kirsten couldn’t give just one reason. Instead, she cited several—from the College’s academic strengths and faculty who work closely with students on individualized research topics, to the many leadership opportunities it offers; from the way Allegheny addresses global issues with a sense of hope, to how students learn to value both the big picture and the details. She shared, “I am honored to be considered part of Allegheny’s ‘triple threat’ group. My involvement as an alumna continues to be a meaningful part of my busy life. There is always room to support Allegheny!”

Thank you, Kirsten, for being such a terrific example of what it looks like to be In For Allegheny!

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"Triple-Threat" Spotlight: Graham Kralic '25

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"Triple-Threat" Spotlight: Graham Kralic '25

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Graham Kralic ’25 is all in for Allegheny. With less than a year as an alum under his belt, he stepped up to invite future Gators by writing Gator Greeting notes, referring a prospective student, and volunteering to help with future admissions efforts such as college fairs. He also worked to inspire fellow students—speaking with Professor Bianco’s class about his senior comp experience. This fall, Graham made his first gift to Allegheny, setting up a recurring donation to invest in the Economics Department.

When asked why he is in for Allegheny, he shared, “I am in for Allegheny because it challenged me, rewarded me, and ultimately changed my life in immeasurable ways. Allegheny has given me tenfold what I paid for it, and my goal is to make that known to as many people as possible!”

Thank you, Graham, for being one of our “All-in Gators” for the In For Allegheny campaign!

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20 Gators have made a gift for the 25th year in a row!

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20 Gators have made a gift for the 25th year in a row!

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Twenty Gators are joining the 25-year+ club: Marge Yeager Foster '65, Chris Olson '66, Tom Miller '67, Natalie Davis Hoffman '68, Ben Cares '72, Larry Anderson '73, George Naff '75, Sarah Flynn Erickson '76, Mary Welsh '86, Karl Weiss '87, Molly Devoogt Ward '93, Greg Ward '94, Carrie McGaffick '98, Jon Zito '99, Kara Erdodi Arguello '99, Tara Hill '00, Liz Eichenlaub Vaughan '00, Pam Teets Clark '01, and Bernie Clark '01. They join a mighty group totaling 357 individuals who have given 25+ years in a row to the College!

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Thanks for Investing in Allegheny for 10 years in a row!

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Thanks for Investing in Allegheny for 10 years in a row!

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75 alumni and friends made their tenth gift in a row this year! A full decade of support — think of all the students those donors have helped support!! A shout out to Xander Bennett '16, Dan Marcus '13 & Alison Buzzard '14, Jason Carson '03, and all the Gators who join them in this feat!

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Celebrating Five Years in a Row of Giving to Allegheny

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Celebrating Five Years in a Row of Giving to Allegheny

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211 alumni, parents, and friends gave to Allegheny for the fifth year in a row this year, from Alex '57 and Barbara '58 Hill to Carly '12 and Patrick '13 Fritz to our most recent grads Jaciangelys Diaz, Jayne Seth, and Isabella Gray! Thanks for supporting Allegheny!

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2,725 Gators have made donations every year of In for Allegheny campaign!

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2,725 Gators have made donations every year of In for Allegheny campaign!

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A big thank you to our amazing supporters! 2,725 have given every year of the campaign - from it's start during the 2022-23 financial year until June 2026. One more year to go!

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2,705 donors made gifts on Gator Give Day!

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2,705 donors made gifts on Gator Give Day!

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Thanks to the Allegheny Community for giving more than $2.1 million to the College on Gator Give Day!

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These Gators said YES to connecting with students and alumni for career advice!

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These Gators said YES to connecting with students and alumni for career advice!

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Sometimes students or alumni reach out to the Center for Career and Professional Development, and they just need a little help making connections as they navigate career paths. These alumni said yes when we asked them for help: Danielle Mihalko '92, Loren Zadecky '00, Sue Swigart Lichacz '82, John Kelso '66, Chris Nicolussi '91, and Katie Warren '03.

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Brian came to campus to speak during a Lunch & Learn hosted by the Center of Business and Economics. He gave a presentation on Emotional Intelligence (EQ) in the Age of AI. Thanks for inspiring students, Brian!

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Networking Dinner to Help Build Connections That Last

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Networking Dinner to Help Build Connections That Last

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Allegheny's RISE cohort joined a number of regional alumni leaders for a networking dinner. Alumni attendees included: Derrick Owens '93, Holden Phillips '24, Scott Phillips '89, Glenn Thompson '81, Andy Walker '00, Mark Wassell '79, and Paul Wojcik '90.

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Gators participated in an alumni panel sponsored by CHEMII to talk about career pathways. Thanks for inspiring our students! Participants include: Matt Chuba '14, Brittany Claasen '20, Joseph McAuliffe '24, Greg Merz '10, Dana Plumb '19, Emily Spitz '23, George Vickers '83, Matt Walton '05, and Neal Yakelis '97.

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CBE Fellow Lauren Schuch '26 organized and hosted a panel of Gators including Arigun Bayaraa '22, Lucia Jueguen '24, and Rutendo Mavunga '24 to discuss the challenges and opportunities they have encountered in the workforce. Thanks for inspiring our students by sharing your experiences as people of color and international professionals in the workplace!

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Lirona, Amber, Lauren, and Julia: Thanks for spending time with students in the classroom!

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Lirona, Amber, Lauren, and Julia: Thanks for spending time with students in the classroom!

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Lirona Wainer-Yaffe '24, Amber Pouliot '07, Lauren Schricker '13, and Julia Weeks '16 each visited Professor Alexis Hart's Editing and Publishing course to share their experiences and advice with students. Thanks Gators!

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Celebrating 150 Years of The Campus AND Inspiring Students

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Celebrating 150 Years of The Campus AND Inspiring Students

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Anne Rumsey Gearan '95, Chris Potter '93, Anna Westbrook '26, and Mike Crowley joined faculty emeritus Ben Slote for an informative panel discussion about their experiences with The Campus, the importance of student reporting, and the skills developed which make an impact well past graduation.

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Anne Gearan '85 — thanks for inspiring us with your stories!

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Anne Gearan '85 — thanks for inspiring us with your stories!

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Anne served as the keynote speaker for the celebration of 150 years of The Campus newspaper. She encouraged students to keep asking questions and shared about how her experience with The Campus was still very relevant to her work today.

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Jennifer Scheller Neumann '00 heads back to the classroom!

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Jennifer Scheller Neumann '00 heads back to the classroom!

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Jennifer joined students and faculty in the ECON 248 course, Law & Economics to share about her work. Thanks for inspiring students withe career connections, Jennifer!

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Christina Bryson '16 joined a table of students to chat careers and Allegheny experiences — thanks Christina!

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As we celebrated the 150th year of The Campus, Campus alumni Anne Rumsey Gearan '85 and Christina Bryson '16 met with current Campus staffers and students interested in editorial careers. Thanks Anne and Christina!

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Spring 2026 Bonner Alumni met virtually with Bonner Students

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Inspiring Bonner Students with your Stories!

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Inspiring Bonner Students with your Stories!

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Bonner alumni Leslie Briseno '25, Meghan Fox '04, and Shanelle Minta '24 met virtually with Bonner students and participated in a panel to share about their post-graduation experiences. Thanks Gators!

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It was great to have Todd Fleming '15 at the Cranberry-area career fair!

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Inspiring Students with Career Connections in Cranberry

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Inspiring Students with Career Connections in Cranberry

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A number of alumni helped make the Allegheny Gator2Gator Career Fair in Cranberry, PA possible including: Dan Ayer '06, Lindsay Baase '20, Casey Branthoover '13, Kris Egers Carter '91, Mary Coyne '90, Todd Fleming '15, Matthew Gonzalez '03, Jacob Gordon '16, Karl Kocsis '89, Morgan Libell '23, Brandon Momeyer '09, Tim O'Brien '91, Ashley Pekular '17, Jake Ploeger '91, Joseph Silvester '21, and Al Trezza '01.

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Some of the volunteers who helped with Admissions webinars durnig Spring 2026

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Thanks for sharing your Allegheny story with students and families!

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Thanks for sharing your Allegheny story with students and families!

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We had a great group of Gators who served as panelists for admissions webinars with prospective students and their parents. A big thank you to: Nathan Ehrman '12, Nicki Englert Ehrman '12, Kimberley Schmidt '85, Amy Jo Seaman Stavnezer '94, Dan Stavnezer '93, Theresa Guenther Sullivan, and Megan Swing '22.

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Alumni volunteers helped at 58 college fairs this year!

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Alumni volunteers helped at 58 college fairs this year!

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So many amazing volunteers! Thanks to these Gators, we were able to have alumni represent Allegheny at more than twice as many college fairs compared to last year: Tommy Alvarez '16, Christopher Andolina '24, Cali Banks '18, Jon Breckenridge '83, Kris Egers Carter '91, Stephanie Northwood Darrow '13, Christine Dersi Davis '07, Hillary Fenrich '14, Kaitlin Franzen-Shehu '20, Alex Hasapis '19, Cory Johnston '10, Emily Lewis '10, Isabel Loch '24, Kenna Marblestone '23, Sam McCarthy '095, Augusta Mead '16, Greg Peoples '73, Dana O'Connor Plumb '19, Connor Riley '19, Andrea Szabo '04, and Seth Walbridge '05.

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Shannon Culbreath Church '10, Grace Beah MacMillan '14, Brad Kwiatek '93, and 85 other alumni and friends who work in and near education requested special Gator Spirit Kits to help share about Allegheny with their students. Thanks for inviting students to learn about Allegheny!

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2025-26 results for referring students to admissions

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189 alumni and friends referred 215 students this year!

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189 alumni and friends referred 215 students this year!

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Ethan Pawlak '19, Bekka Gayley '03, Sarah Froman Wood '87, Timothy Courson '09, and 185 other Gators referred a student to Allegheny's admissions office this year!

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Tyler Dreiblatt '12 helps tell the Allegheny story by sharing HIS story. Thirteen years after graduating from Allegheny College, Tyler has found his sweet spot, where history, nature, and storytelling come together.

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/from-gator-to-guide-how-one-graduate-turned-history-and-nature-into-a-dream-career/

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Victoria Bajek ’21 graduated with a Bachelor of Science in environmental science and sustainability, and took what she learned to make a global impact as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Northern Region of Ghana. Currently serving as an agricultural extension volunteer, Bajek works alongside small-holder farmers to improve agricultural production systems while also spearheading efforts to expand educational opportunities in her host community. Thanks for sharing your story, Victoria!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/champions-education-and-agriculture-in-ghana-through-peace-corps/

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Jude Shingle '08 shared his story — and in the process, helped prospective students learn more about the value of an Allegheny education. "Allegheny taught me to write and think critically, and those muscles have carried me through everything I’ve done since,” he says. “I instinctively look at problems from different angles, valuing nuance and complexity, and that came from an education that didn’t settle for easy answers."

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/answering-the-call-jude-shingle-08-leads-erie-center-for-arts-and-technology-into-the-future/

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Gators help tell the Allegheny story by sharing THEIR stories

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Gators help tell the Allegheny story by sharing THEIR stories

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Precious Taylor-Forde ’22 says that as a first-generation student, Allegheny College’s interdisciplinary studies helped uncover her passion for public health— little did she know that it would lead her to Yale University. Thanks for sharing your story, Precious!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/unusual-combinations-lead-first-generation-alumna-to-yale-graduate-school-for-public-health/

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Helping to tell the story of lifetime friendships

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Helping to tell the story of lifetime friendships

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These six Gators shared their stories as they discussed their joint efforts in establishing a Pittsburgh-area brewery together: Dr. Matthew Synan ’03, a co-founder; Joe Vickless ’03, the brewer and co-founder with an English degree and a love of woodwork; and Maria Synan ‘04, taproom manager, marketing pro, and Matt’s partner in both life and business. The ownership team also includes Brian Stanley ’07, Liz Lemley Stanley ’05, and Mike McGrath ’03. Then there’s Steve Orkis ’08, of Orkis Woodworking, who helped craft the brewery’s ornate bar tops. Gators for life! Thanks for telling your stories and inviting future Gators to see that Allegheny leads to a lifetime of opportunity and purpose!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/allegheny-friendships-blend-brewing-with-pittsburgh-area-history/

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Heather Amancio ’23 credits her unusual combinations for preparing her for a career in bringing historical sites to life. Thanks for telling your story, Heather!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/allegheny-graduate-is-on-a-mission-to-make-museums-more-accessible-engaging-inclusive-at-the-san-diego-history-center/

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Liana Leja ’17 never imagined that her research skills and entrepreneurial drive at Allegheny College would culminate in a healthcare career — today she serves as a nurse practitioner at the Paley Orthopedic and Spine Institute. Liana's story helps highschool students learn more about what an Allegheny education can lead to. Thanks, Liana!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/allegheny-college-graduate-finds-calling-in-healthcare-after-winning-the-zingale-big-idea-competition/

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Joe Gette '94 shared his story so families and prospective students can learn more about what an Allegheny education offers. "I loved that Allegheny let you explore before choosing a major,” Gette says. “That liberal arts mindset stayed with me. It gave me the confidence to keep trying new things until I found something I really loved."

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/gator-counsel-joe-gette-leads-with-confidence-at-ppg/

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Inviting students to Allegheny by sharing your stories

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Inviting students to Allegheny by sharing your stories

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Anthony Hessel '12 didn’t plan on becoming a world expert in how muscles move, he just wanted to get into medical school. But one research project at Allegheny College changed his trajectory entirely.

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/allegheny-research-project-sparks-a-global-career-in-muscle-science/

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Max’s career has spanned 33 years thus far, and he’s successfully combined the skills of a fiction writer and a journalist. “All of those things that were percolating at Allegheny College encouraged me to report the facts and present them so the reader can feel the truth. They have become my life,” Max said. “It’s been my life.” Thanks for inviting students to check out Allegheny by sharing your story, Max!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/maximillian-potter-93-a-born-writer-in-lifelong-pursuit-of-the-truth/

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Dana D'Amico '13 credits Allegheny College’s unusual major/minor combinations for preparing her for her current career. A biology major with a minor in creative writing, today she is a global marketing development manager for Thermo Fisher Scientific, and the only person in the life sciences division with this unique educational background.

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/dana-damico-13-science-writing-launched-her-career/

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Patrick Houston '75, thanks for telling your story!

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Patrick Houston '75, thanks for telling your story!

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“The calling in journalism today is for people with intellectual honesty. Journalists who are fair, reasoned, civil, and know how to interact with people,” Patrick said. “Intellectual honesty was a bottom-line value when I was at Allegheny, and I hope The Campus continues to instill that to this day. Only now in retrospect, have I come to fully relish my Allegheny experience and all the values it instilled in me.”

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/patrick-houston-75-finding-his-noble-calling-at-allegheny/

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Katie Shipp '09 invites families to learn about Allegheny — just by sharing her story!

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Katie Shipp '09 invites families to learn about Allegheny — just by sharing her story!

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Katie was featured on the Gators on Purpose podcast. After more than a decade practicing law, she shifted to prevention and education work nationwide. Shipp shares insights on community, courage, experiential learning, and building a meaningful career at the intersection of passion and purpose.

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/katie-shipp-09-empowering-surviors-educating-communities/

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Chris Shipley '84 shared her story, which helps invite students and families to check out Allegheny. Chris says her entire Allegheny College experience – her studies, her student job in the communications office, and her time at The Campus – paved the way for her successful career path. “Working with amazing professors, staff, and colleagues was as informative as my classwork. I got real experience that I was able to apply when I graduated from school. It was phenomenally important and it has served me well over the past 40 years.”

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/chris-shipley-84-thinking-big-in-a-tech-based-world/

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Thanks for inviting students with your story, Caitie McMekin '14!

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Thanks for inviting students with your story, Caitie McMekin '14!

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Caitie double majored in neuroscience and communication arts and says that unusual combination has proven valuable. “Even though I didn’t go into a science career, having the science background and research skills has been beneficial. I learned how the brain works and how people think.” Caitie shared about her experiences with The Campus and how they still inform what she does today. Thanks for sharing, Caitie!

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Felicia Gowanlock O'Rourke '12 shared her story: "To be incredibly transparent, I struggled academically early on at Allegheny, as a first-generation college student, I did not have the contextual knowledge of navigating college like my peers did,” reflects O’Rourke. “Allegheny helped me sail through my master’s program with a 4.0 and showed me much of my dissertation process in my Ph.D. was not too far off from what I did in my senior year at Allegheny. The academic preparation at Allegheny cannot be matched." Thanks for sharing that, Felicia!

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Derek Sawer '19 — thank you for inviting future Gators!

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Derek Sawer '19 — thank you for inviting future Gators!

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People, pickleball, and philosophy are the central tenets of the life of Derek Sawer ’19, who has been at the forefront of the fastest-growing sport in the United States. Sawer says that his experience at Allegheny College set him up for success. "I had this really diverse academic experience at Allegheny College that prepared me for an unexpected and exciting trajectory,” says Sawer. “The way Allegheny structures the major, minor combinations prepares students to be adaptable and open-minded — with the way that the world is changing so quickly today, you’re prepared for jobs and careers that don’t exist yet."

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/alumnus-combines-his-love-of-philosophy-the-fastest-growing-sport-pickleball-into-a-career/

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Showcasing the strength of the Allegheny Community to prospective students

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Showcasing the strength of the Allegheny Community to prospective students

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Craig Toedtman '66 helped tell the story of Phi Delt brothers who have remained close friends for more than 60 years. It's a terrific snapshot of the Allegheny community — the kind of bond prospective students can picture themselves being part of as future Gators. Thanks Craig and brothers!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/still-pledging-sixty-two-years-of-brotherhood-from-allegheny-colleges-phi-delts-of-66/

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Isaac told a bit of his story on the Gators on Purpose podcast. He credits his academic background for giving him both the practical business foundation and the interpersonal persuasion skills needed for his current role.

Thanks for letting us brag about you, Isaac!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/issac-gittens-14-enduring-love-of-football-evolving-sense-of-purpose/

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Brian shared his story to help prospective Gators and their families see the possibilities of where an Allegheny education can take them. Sullivan says that “Allegheny really helped me find my path in a way I wouldn’t have expected. It laid the groundwork for everything I did.” Thanks, Brian!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/allegheny-graduate-volunteer-mentor-of-the-year/

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Mike Newman '94 appeared on the Gators on Purpose Podcast and talked about how his double major in philosophy and English paved the way for his career in law and high-tech entrepreneurship. Thanks for sharing your story, Mike!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/mike-newman/

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Telling the story of the gift of lifelong mentorship

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Telling the story of the gift of lifelong mentorship

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Relationships developed at Allegheny College are for a lifetime, and a number of alumni stepped forward this year to share just a snapshot of what that looks like. Each story helps prospective students get a sense of what they can expect as part of their Allegheny experience. Thank you to the following alumni who told their stories for Allegheny magazine: Alison Jones Trexel '94, William Hartman '86, Pete Smith '04, Alexandria Hunt '24, Koelle Anderson Williams '99, Vanessa Thomas '19, Ellen Chamberlin '11, and Linda Smith '71.

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Thanks for inviting students and families to learn about Allegheny, Bethany!

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Thanks for inviting students and families to learn about Allegheny, Bethany!

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Bethany Eppig '11 told her story on the Gators on Purpose podcast, sharing her incredible journey from an undeclared first-year to a career in NASA.

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/allegheny-comp-to-artemis-missions/

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2026 Alumni Award Recipients invite future Gators to see what's possible!

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2026 Alumni Award Recipients invite future Gators to see what's possible!

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These Gators were recognized for their volunteerism and commitment to Allegheny and excellence and impact in their careers and communities. We're so proud of them — thanks for sharing your stories and inviting students to think about Allegheny through the examples you set! 2026 recipients are: Kurt Foriska '01, Karen Shakoske '95, Alex Neal '15, Carmen Ramsey Ellington '86, Tony Grace '77, Bill Cooper '68, and Larry Hailsham '15 (not photographed).

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/recognition-for-lasting-impacts/

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Alejandra Fernandez '26 shared the story of her comp — an environmental science and sustainability major with a psychology minor, she examined environmental colonialism through the lens of one community she knows well, Caño Martín Peña (CMP). Future Gators learn about the possibilities because Alejandra was willing to share her experiences. Thank you!

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Jonathan Spencer '79: Thanks for telling your story!

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Jonathan Spencer '79: Thanks for telling your story!

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Jonathan shares his story on the Gators on Purpose podcast. He credits developing problem-solving skills and resiliency at Allegheny College — tools he continues to use draw on to champion those in need. Thanks for inviting students to consider Allegheny by sharing a piece of your story!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/jonathan-spencer-79-problem-solving-and-new-horizons/

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Cecily Milligan '18 invites students to learn about Allegheny

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Cecily Milligan '18 invites students to learn about Allegheny

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"I really owe a lot of where I am now to my time at Allegheny and the people I met there,” notes Milligan. “I don’t think I realized at the time how much those experiences were shaping me." Thanks for sharing your story, Cecily!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/cecily-milligan/

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Samantha Bretz '18, thanks for sharing your story!

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Samantha Bretz '18, thanks for sharing your story!

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Samantha's story helps prospective students learn about what's made possible with an Allegheny education — shout out to Samantha for being listed as one of the 30 under 30 in Pittsburgh Business Times!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/samantha-bretz/

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Roll Call: Alumni added to the Triple Threat List!

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Roll Call: Alumni added to the Triple Threat List!

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These incredible 46 alumni were added to our roster of "Triple Threats" this spring - each have invited, inspired, and invested as part of the In for Allegheny Campaign: Matty McCabe '65, Steve Ross '65, Pat Houston '75, Tom Sadvary '75, Lance Zingale '77, Bruce McIndoe '79, Terry Hartford '81, Sue Swigart Lichacz '82, Jon Breckenridge '83, Anne Rumsey Gearan '85, Julie Grosjean Skattum '85, Tom Richardson '90, Heather Miller '91, Brian Sullivan '92, Mike Capsambelis '94, Randy Hutton '98, Dave Beil '02, Kristen Turi Burillo '04, Emily Stutz Antolik '05, Lindsay Baxter '05, Alex Mericli '05, Jasmine Grace Carreon Fill '08, Rob Rodgers '08, Yina Wyss '10, Amanda Diana Furey '11, Felicia Gowanlock '12, Steph Mancine DeStefano '13, Will Tolliver '14, Catherine Kasianowicz '15, Katie Beisler '16, Augusta Mead '16, Emily Kulesza '17, Travis Court '18, Sadie Longo '19, Amanda DiLoreto '20, Hunter Pietrzycki '21, Nicholas Viall '21, Renna Wrubleski '21, Riley Sawyer '22, Sarah Pillittieri '23, Victoria Smith '23, Becca Winton '23, Jack Doney '24, Rutendo Mavunga '24, Isaiah Romain '24, Zula Stenger '25

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A big thank you to the most recent grads who have checked all of the boxes in the In for Allegheny Campaign: Madeline Ackley '20, Dominic Antinozzi '20, Ashley Leonard '20, Jacob Sutter '20, Jesse Tomkiewicz '20, KC Allen-Cason '21, Julie Cepec '21, Noor Buchi '22, Anonymous '22, Katherine Leyonmark '22, Molly Tarvin '22, Ryan Valerio '22, Anonymous '22, Ethan Woodfill '22, Heather Amancio '23, Lucas Biniewski '23, Ava Fritz '23, Kinsley Greenlaw '23, Rachael Harris '23, Hanah Simmons '23, Victoria Smith '23, Jacob Boord '24, Anastazia Herbst '24, Lindsey Klingberg '24, Anonymous '24, Joel Pszczolkowski '24, Richard Swanson '24, Anonymous '25, and Graham Kralic '25!

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The Classes of the 2010's represent in our "Triple Threats" List! 

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The Classes of the 2010's represent in our "Triple Threats" List! 

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Check out this list of rockstars - they've ✔️Invited

✔️ Inspired

✔️ Invested

Thank you Matt Klenotic '10, Zack Rearick '10, Audra Sinclair Sinclair Mahnke '10, Amanda Edwards Barclay '11, Rebecca Cimko Cimko Bohnert '11, Bethany Gigante Eppig '11, Ali Trunzo '11, Karen Feltz '12, Alina Meltaus '12, Dana D'Amico '13, Stephanie Northwood Darrow '13, Sara Schombert Rectenwald '13, Elizabeth Stiles '13, Justine Eicker '14, Anna Koebley Findish '14, Victoria Pless '14, Timothy Kloeppel '15, Alex Neal '15, Samantha Wanko Siboulet '15, Lauren Wind '15, Devon Bradford '16, Timur Dikec '16, Brett Albinson '17, Amasa Smith Andes '17, Caitlin Brown '17, Liana Leja '17, Matthew Zaborowski '17, Nikki Hawk '18, Ken Kutzer '18, Emily Rahravan '18, Keegan Sumser '18, Autumn Clark '19, Maria Graziano '19, and Dana O'Connor Plumb '19!

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Check out these "Triple Threats" from the Classes of the '00s!

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Check out these "Triple Threats" from the Classes of the '00s!

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A big thank you to these awesome Gators — they've invited, inspired, AND invested! Thank you to Lucia Conti '00, Justin Gerboc '00, Anonymous '00, Anonymous '00, Keith Bryner '01, Anonymous '01, Albert Trezza '01, Stephanie English Beneng '02, Andrea DeDent '02, Anonymous '02, Anonymous '02, Richard Proie '03, Ryan Reczek '03, Kristen Lauth Shaeffer '03, Melissa Spas '03, Kristen Cheman '04, John Meyer '04, Gina Esposito O'Malley '04, Andrea Szabo '04, Karin Wickwire '04, Samuel McCarthy '05, Kaitlin McCormick '05, Anonymous '06, Courtney Steding '06, Jennifer DeSalvo '07, Kurt Hoffmann Hatcher '07, Amber Pouliot '07, Katy Baumbach '08, Rachel Dingman '08, Jessica Sarkis Safko '08, Anonymous '08, Xun Li '09, Katie Locke '09, Kristen Park '09, Emily Ricotta '09, Grant Rozich '09, and Ashlee Lang Sydlik '09!

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Watch out for these "Triple Threats" from the '90s classes!

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Watch out for these "Triple Threats" from the '90s classes!

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These Gators are showing us how it's done! A big thanks to: Harry Stubbs '90, Paul Wojcik '90, Kristin Egers Carter '91, Trisha Smith Lawless '92, Traci Davis Piazza '92, Derrick Owens '93, Anonymous '93, Shannon Garrison Wood '93, Amy Seaman Stavnezer '94, Gregory Ward '94, Jennifer Firek FitzPatrick '95, Shelly McCarthy Haas '95, James Haas '95, Jennifer Byers Ourednik '95, Lisa Tome '95, Jeffrey Smink '96, James Willison '96, Jennifer Decker Winge '96, Tracy Stih Stockard '97, Christine Bond Sutton '97, Melissa Dunbar-Kraus '98, Stephanie Seeley Hathaway '98, Anonymous '98, Nikole Brugnoli Sheaffer '98, Craig Szalai '98, Adam VanHo '98, Scott Chapin '99, Jennifer Daurora '99, Emily Quandt Kahn '99, Allison Pyewell Nichols '99, Ann Richardson Radefeld '99, and Sarah Toohey '99!

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A big thank you to Carol Lynch Coppolo '80, Stephen Kaufman '81, Glenn Thompson '81, Mark Campbell '82Christian Allison '83, Karen Skarupski '83, Joseph Benacci '84, Curt Cramer '84, Susan Deakin Kabazie '86, Louis Ford '86, Kirsten Severiens Radivoyevitch '87, Bruce Neimeyer '89, and Sean Ward '89! You are ALL IN for Allegheny!

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"Triple Threats" from the Classes of the '60s & '70s

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"Triple Threats" from the Classes of the '60s & '70s

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A big thank you to Barb Pelander Hanniford '69, Kathy Erzen '70, Carrie A.R. Reeves '73, and Mark Wassell '79 for being such great examples of what it means to be IN for Allegheny!

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Inviting future Gators, one Gator Greeting Note at a Time!

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Inviting future Gators, one Gator Greeting Note at a Time!

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More than 220 volunteers signed up to help with Gator Greetings this year, and already more than half have received packets and started sending personalized notes to future members of the Class of 2030! Thanks Gators!

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Gator volunteers are the best — thanks for helping at College Fairs this fall!

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Gator volunteers are the best — thanks for helping at College Fairs this fall!

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Thanks to all the Gator alumni who helped invite prospective students and families to be a part of the Allegheny community this fall by representing the College at 2025 college fairs! A shout out to our awesome volunteers: Nikki Allen '98, John Anderson '65, Patience Bartunek '00, Sarah Bean '12, Mary Beth Berardi-Thomas '98, Jennifer Bowman '98, Donna Brown '74, Megan Campbell '09, Kris Carter '91, Curt Cramer '84, Nancy Davidson '78, Liz Earley '08, Caitlyn Fuoco '13, Mallorie Hoover '11, Jessie Hurkes '10, Matt Klenotic '10, Bob Magas '75, Afua Osei '08, Kimberley Schmidt '85, Tyler Seibert '16, Amanda Seibert '17, Lauren Winterberg '16, Connie Winters '65

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Christine '07 is the best at inviting future Gators to consider Allegheny!

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Christine '07 is the best at inviting future Gators to consider Allegheny!

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A big thank you to Christine Dersi Davis '07 for helping to host the Allegheny table for the Fall 2025 Northeast Ohio College and Career Fair!

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Thanks Jesse for helping to host the Allegheny table at the Northern Stark County 2025 College Fair in October!

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Cleveland Alumni — Inspiring Student Interns in 2025

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Cleveland Alumni — Inspiring Student Interns in 2025

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Eight students participated in the Summer on the Cuyahoga internship program during the Summer of 2025, and alumni were there, every step of the way. A big thank you to these alumni: Katy Baumbach '08, Lucas Biniewski '23, Scott Chapin '99, Andrea DeDent '02, Tim Downing '85, Lauren Drabic '08, Bethany Eppig '11, Shelly Haas '95, Jim Haas '95, Nancy Istenes, Matt Lacombe '11, Jay McKelvey '76, Kristin Morrison '06, Kirsten Radivoyevitch '87, Carrie Reeves '73, Elizabeth Stiles '13, Franzetta Turner '83, Sean Ward '89, Jen Wilmore '08

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Alumni giving back by inspiring students with career stories

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Alumni giving back by inspiring students with career stories

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Thanks to Lauren Lambert Odrechowski '10, Morgan Douglas Dukman '23, Dayan Abeyaratne '94, and Angelica Runova '06 for participating in a special panel for Blue & Gold Weekend.

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Thanks for inspiring students in the classroom, Megan! When you share your story, you help others find their pathway.

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Thanks for coming back for Blue & Gold Weekend 2025, Jess! You inspired Gators by sharing your career journey!

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Thanks Matt '01 for inspiring students during Blue & Gold Weekend!

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Thanks Matt '01 for inspiring students during Blue & Gold Weekend!

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Matt Pegula '01 returned to campus for Blue & Gold Weekend 2025 and spoke to students about his career path. Thanks for inspiring Gators, Matt!

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Have you heard? Larry Hailsham is the best!

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Have you heard? Larry Hailsham is the best!

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Larry Hailsham '15 returned to campus for Blue & Gold Weekend 2025 to speak in classrooms and participate in panels. Thanks, Larry!

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Dayan '94 inspires students during Blue & Gold Weekend 2025

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Dayan '94 inspires students during Blue & Gold Weekend 2025

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A big thank you to Dayan Abeyaratne '94 who returned to campus to participate in special Board of Visitor programming, meeting with students involved with the Center for Business & Economics.

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Nearly 70 Alumni Returned to Join Classrooms and Departments During Blue & Gold Weekend 2025

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Nearly 70 Alumni Returned to Join Classrooms and Departments During Blue & Gold Weekend 2025

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From first-year seminars to department-specific panels, alumni met with students all across campus, sharing their career stories and inspiring through their connections.

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A big thank you to Robyn Stojakovich '09 for making the trip to campus to inspire students through career connections!

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Lindsay '20 inspires students at the Career Connections Fair

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Lindsay '20 inspires students at the Career Connections Fair

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A big shout out of thanks to Lindsay Baase '20 for participating in the 2025 Blue & Gold Career Connections Fair!

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Stacy Corbin '89 inspires students during Blue & Gold 2025

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Stacy Corbin '89 inspires students during Blue & Gold 2025

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Stacy met students during the Career Connections Fair — for many of the student participants, this was their first time meeting an alum and Stacy helped pave the way for future connections.

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Matty McCabe '65 came back to campus and met with students during the Career Connections Fair, sharing about his experiences in sales. Thanks for inspiring Gators, Matty!

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Thanks for inspiring students, Reece! Your participation during Blue & Gold Weekend 2025, from the Connections Fair to the classroom was awesome!

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Caitlin helped students feel comfortable as they navigated the 2025 Career Connections Fair during Blue & Gold Weekend. Thank your for sharing your story, Caitlin!

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A virtual high five for Keith White '83 — thanks for inspiring students!

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A virtual high five for Keith White '83 — thanks for inspiring students!

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Thanks Keith for participating in the Gator2Gator Live Career Connections Fair during the 2025 Blue & Gold Weekend!

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Jack Goodman '19 inspiring students at the Career Connections Fair 2025

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Jack Goodman '19 inspiring students at the Career Connections Fair 2025

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Thanks, Jack for joining us on campus during Blue & Gold Weekend! You're the best!

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More than 230 students made networking connections during the Gator2Gator Live Career Connections Fair: 2025

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More than 230 students made networking connections during the Gator2Gator Live Career Connections Fair: 2025

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For many of these students, this was their first time engaging with an alum—an experience that boosted their networking confidence in a welcoming, low-stakes environment. A big thank you to the 33 alumni who participated: Angel Astaria '22, Lindsay Baase '20, Caitlin Brown '17, Mike Capsambelis '94, Kris Carter '91, Stacy Corbin '89, Eliel Cortez '25, Andrea DeDent '02, Rachel Dingman '08, Anne Gearan '85, Jack Goodman '19, Gabriela Grachen '22, Stephanie Hathaway '98, Dylan Holland '24, Bailey Kozalla '22, Ashley Leonard '20, Matty McCabe '65, Lindsay Meucci '06, Matt Moneck '00, Lauren Odrechowski '10, Victoria Pless '14, Joel Pszczolkowski '24, Jessica Roberts '03, Reece Smith '24, Courtney Steding '06, Robyn Stojakovich '09, Christie Sutton '97, Megan Swing '22, Greg Vallano '15, Beth White '83, Keith White '83, Karin Wickwire '04, Gabrielle Zinobile '12

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Maria Paluselli ’92 helps invite future Gators by sharing her story!

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Maria Paluselli ’92 helps invite future Gators by sharing her story!

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I loved my experience at Allegheny,” reflects Paluselli. “Allegheny gave me confidence to take on things that seemed particularly challenging. Allegheny provided me opportunities to do difficult things…that prepared me to be comfortable with challenges.

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/alumna-serves-students-with-dyslexia-in-the-pittsburgh-area-as-provident-charter-schools-chief-executive-officer/

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The career path for this 2012 graduate of Allegheny College wouldn’t have been possible without her environmental science coursework and a valuable internship she served with Kelly Boulton ’02 in Allegheny’s Office of Sustainability.

Thanks Rachel Willis!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/allegheny-graduate-makes-sustainability-her-mission/

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Samantha Cooper '20, thanks for inviting Gators by sharing your story!

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Samantha Cooper '20, thanks for inviting Gators by sharing your story!

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“Allegheny’s rigorous and well-rounded environment taught me how to thrive under pressure, a skill that has been invaluable in medical school and will continue to serve me throughout my career,” says Cooper.

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Amanda Dunyak Gillen '97 has been appointed as the new executive director of the nationally renowned museum and gardens at The Frick Pittsburgh. She credits her background as a history major and elementary education minor at Allegheny provided her with a strong base for her leadership position at the Frick.

Thanks for sharing your story, Amanda!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/the-frick-pittsburgh-names-allegheny-graduate-as-executive-director/

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Artie Pitt '01: Thank you for sharing your story!

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Artie Pitt '01: Thank you for sharing your story!

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Artie shared, "I had a lot of creative freedom at Allegheny. That freedom helped me develop discipline and accountability, way more than I had in high school. My professors trusted me, and the small classes gave me room to grow. Honestly, Allegheny is a great place for someone who wants to become an entrepreneur." Thanks for inviting students to consider Allegheny, Artie!

https://allegheny.edu/about/news/allegheny-graduates-entrepreneur-career-spans-wiz-khalifa-to-a-spicy-business-with-fellow-alumni/

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It was a busy summer — thank you to the following alumni who volunteered to represent Allegheny at the 2025 Colleges That Change Lives Fair in their region: Heather Amancio '23, Mike Newman '94, Ron Beegle '85, Justin Gerboc '00, Zach Shomo '18, Ashley Keenen '15, Kirsten Greene '08, Hillary Fenrich '14, Maria Pineda Cuevas '18, Gabi Tetelman '12, Karen Feltz '12, Steve Cottington '11, Michelle Levesque Nguyen '11,and Rutendo Mavunga '24.

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Thanks for inviting students to learn more about Allegheny at the 2025 Colleges That Change Lives fair in Portland, Ashley! You're amazing!

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Colleges That Change Lives Fair - Portland, OR with Ashley Keenen '15 (2)

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Heather Amancio '23 volunteered her time and represented Allegheny at the 2025 Colleges That Change Lives fair in San Diego. Thanks Heather!

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Colleges That Change Lives Fair - San Diego, CA with Heather Amancio '23 (1)