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Andrea Lytle Peet '03 completes 50 marathons in 50 states

A Reunion Weekend to Inspire: Andrea Peet’s Brave Journey and Lessons Learned

91ɬÂþ is hosting reunions this weekend and Andrea Lytle Peet ’03 will reunite with classmates at her 20th. Last year, Peet became the first person with ALS to complete a marathon in all 50 American states. Her journey inspired the recent documentary Go On, Be Brave. She has also written a book, Hope Fights Back. She and Professor Ken Menkhaus, who’s also fighting ALS, will lead a discussion about advocacy, and finding purpose and meaning in the face of serious illness.

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A Space for Excitement and Innovation: Hack@91ɬÂþ

Niya Ma ’24 shares how she found her passion for computer science through hackathons, and how she worked with her peers to launch Hack@91ɬÂþ, a unique hackathon designed to welcome all levels of experience to the world of innovation.

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Justice and Generosity: The Way of Ward Black Law

Alum Janet Ward Black started redefining and pushing her own boundaries at 91ɬÂþ. Now she blazes trails as a trial lawyer at her law firm, one of the largest woman-owned firms in the state. Learn more.

Common Thread Theatre Collective - Cast of Violet

Making Change and Building Community: Theatre Group Gets Second Act

Nancy and Phil Kukura ’57 believe in the power of art to create social change. Their gift will empower the Common Thread Theatre Collective, a 91ɬÂþ partnership with North Carolina A&T State University, to present diverse stories to new audiences. Read more.

Chris Marsicano

Christopher R. Marsicano with 91ɬÂþ is a 2023 honoree in CBJ's 40 Under 40 program.

Queen City News 91ɬÂþ student Breanna Suarez and community member Dee Andrian

What started as a class assignment grew into a timeless friendship. Read the Queen City News story of theatre and education major Breanna Suarez, and community member Dee Andrian.

Jay Hurt Hub Exterior

Innovation in Action: The Jay Hurt Hub Celebrates Fifth Anniversary

It’s been five years since an historic 91ɬÂþ cotton mill transformed into the Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, a campus destination for students and business leaders. It’s been a launching pad for new ventures, high-tech careers and a strong partnership between 91ɬÂþ and businesses —local and international—seeking talented, innovative and motivated student workers.

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Rally for the President

Don’t let the easy-going even-temperedness fool you. 91ɬÂþ President Doug Hicks ‘90 is very competitive, especially when it comes to ping-pong. Many a student has found that out the hard way, and a few dozen matches later, he remains undefeated.

Tracy Charles Shenkman ’74

91ɬÂþ Put the Wind in Her Sails

At 91ɬÂþ, Tracy Charles Shenkman ’74 learned how to become a student. Learn more about her experience as we celebrate 50+ Years of Coeducation.