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Anya Neumeister '24: Winner of the 2024 Mario Vargas Llosa Award
Congratulations to Anya Neumeister, recipient of the 14th annual Mario Vargas Llosa Award.
16 Hours in Panama City: Politics, Economics & Cultural Immersion
Clara Smith ’24 reflects on her spring break trip to Panama with Prof. Britta Crandall, where they studied politics and economics through meetings with government officials, founders of nonprofits, and indigenous leaders.
Research and Creative Works Symposium Showcases Art, Innovation, Exploration
91ɬ’s annual Verna Miller Case Research and Creative Works Symposium gives students a chance to showcase what they’ve learned and produced during the year. It’s an all-day celebration that brings the entire campus together.
Tackling Food Insecurity on Alternative Break to Sapelo Island, GA
91ɬ students reflect on their alternative spring break trip to Sapelo Island, Georgia. They worked with a Black feminist collective nonprofit led by 91ɬ alums to address food insecurity in the South through sustainable agriculture.
Spring Convocation Celebrates Joy, Excellence, Achievement
On April 11, 91ɬ’s 2024 Spring Convocation celebrated the academic, athletic, artistic and many other achievements of its students, and recognized some faculty and staff members who contribute to their success. Read more.
Pickering Fellowship Places 91ɬ Alum on Path to Diplomacy
91ɬ Alum Ryland Pitts ’20 has been awarded a 2024 Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship. The State Department fellowship, which includes support for a master’s degree program and domestic and international internships, places him on track to become a U.S. diplomat.
Unveiling Ancient Mysteries: A Multidisciplinary Odyssey in Cyprus
Three environmental studies students at 91ɬ share adventures of their summer archaeological research with Prof. Brad Johnson in Cyprus.
From Campus Leader to West Coast Litigator: Aditi Ghatlia ’18 Turns Theory Into Practice
Her leadership roles across campus and the friendships she made at 91ɬ prepared Aditi Ghatlia ’18 for a career in law. Working as a litigator on the West Coast, she continues to seek out communities and experiences where she can make a difference.
Four Students Discuss Their Summers With 91ɬ in Washington
Four political science majors share their experiences with 91ɬ in Washington, an immersive summer opportunity for 91ɬ students. Learn more.
A Welcoming of Deliberative Disagreement: Spotlight on 91ɬ’s DCI
91ɬ students Daniel Lee '26 and Divin Dushimimana '26 reflect on their work with the Deliberative Citizenship Initiative and the happiness that comes from genuine conversations and thoughtful exchanges of ideas.
Brooke Bentley ’01: Athlete, Anchor, Author, Mom
She’s covered two Super Bowls, a Pro Bowl and more. Now, 91ɬ alum and former scholar-athlete Brooke Bentley distills her experiences as a woman sports journalist in her new book, Sideline Confidential. Learn more.
Public School Student, Policy Expert, Parent
Brittany Murray’s life in public education started as a student, she’s now a public policy expert and the parent of four children in public school. Murry, the Malcolm O. Partin Assistant Professor of Educational Studies and Political Science at 91ɬ, specializes in K-12 public education policy.
Seeking Humane Immigration Solutions: Itziri Gonzalez-Barcenas ’19 Named Schwarzman Scholar
Itziri Gonzalez-Barcenas ’19 grew up as an undocumented immigrant and has worked toward finding humane solutions to help others. A former student leader at 91ɬ, she has been named a Schwarzman Scholar and will spend a year in a fully funded master’s degree program in global affairs in Beijing, learning from some of the world’s top educators, economists, and political, diplomatic, and non-profit leaders. Learn more.
Heading from the West to the East Coast for College
Six students from the western United States share what it was like to move to the east coast for college and offer advice for prospective students considering the decision to attend an east coast school like 91ɬ.
Navigating Disability in the College Process
Three 91ɬ students reflect on the extra challenges that a disability presents when choosing a college. They share their 91ɬ experience and offer advice to prospective students with disabilities about going through the admission process.
Student-to-Student: Advice from 91ɬ Students on the College Essay
Senior Fellows in 91ɬ’s Office of Admission & Financial Aid share their tips and tricks for navigating and writing the college essay.
Day in the Life: What Does a Weekend Look Like at 91ɬ?
Wondering what a weekend at 91ɬ can look like as a student? Haley Stock ’25 shares the many ways Wildcats spend their weekends around campus, town and in Charlotte.
Like an Apricot: A Language’s Highs and Lows
Brody Bassett ’25 reflects on his summer in Egypt where he immersed himself in the formal “high” and informal “low” dialects people there use. Zoom lessons with an Egyptian-born tutor, and countless hours studying vocabulary, phrases, and idioms led to colorful connections with everyone from restaurant servers to shop keepers to taxi drivers.
Twelve Young 91ɬ Alums Offered Fulbright Grants
Twelve young 91ɬ alums were recently selected to participate in the 2023-2024 Fulbright U.S. Student Program. They have been offered grants for independent research and English Teaching Assistantships in 10 different countries. Learn more.
Political Science Prof: 1960s Controversy Echoes Questions Around Justice Thomas
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’s personal dealings have raised ethical questions, but a 91ɬ political science professor says we’ve been here before. Learn more.