�ձ�� Stories

From academics to real-world impact, explore stories from our community that highlight the people and experiences making �ձ�� a place of opportunity, discovery, and success.

Alumnus Tor Myhren

Tor Myhren ’94

Apple vice president of marketing communications Tor Myhren thinks he has “the best job in the world.”

Alumnus Ken Lowney

Ken Lowney ’87

Alumni Philosophy

Ken Lowney is president of Oakland-based Lowney Architecture. His approach is rooted in his belief that architecture is more than simply buildings, and—if thoughtfully and responsibly done—it can positively contribute to society and advance a community.

Alumna Morgan Winston deep sea diving

Morgan Winston ’14

Alumni Marine Biology

Morgan Winston built on her undergraduate experience working with the Vantuna Research Group to pursue a master’s in marine biology and a career in coral reef preservation. She even has a marine species named after her.

Sophia Brown '20

Student Theater & Performance Studies Public Health

A seasoned performer, Sophia Brown has nurtured a musical career as a singer, guitarist and flutist. But her experiences at �ձ�� have helped ignite a twin passion for theater.

�ձ�� alumni Lindy West

Lindy West ’04

Lindy West is executive producer of the Hulu TV series "Shrill," which is based on her bestselling memoir. She speaks out with her pointed and frequently funny observations on feminism, social justice and self-image.

�ձ�� alumna Yasmin Vossoughian

Yasmin Vossoughian ’00

Mother of two and yoga enthusiast Yasmin Vossoughian brings her passion for storytelling to the MSNBC anchor desk.

�ձ�� student Wafa Abedin

Student Diplomacy & World Affairs

Diving into opportunities on campus since her first year at �ձ�� is giving Wafa Abedin a new perspective on how the College runs, as well as a chance to be a voice in steering its future.

�ձ�� student Dire Ezeh, Class of 2019

Student Diplomacy & World Affairs

Being raised in Kenya, coupled with exposure to international relations from an early age, made DWA an appealing course of study for Dire Ezeh. “Exposure to the diverse population living within Nairobi cultivated my interest in the topic; I continue to learn more and more about the world’s troubled past and present.”

Student Audrey Shawley

Student Biochemistry

As a biochemistry major, Audrey Shawley took advantage of global opportunities, including a summer conducting graduate-level research in Thailand.

�ձ�� student Jade Thurnham, Class of 2020

Student Biology

As a biology major, Jade has enjoyed classes such as Biodiversity in Marine Ecosystems and Flora of Southern California, but the variety afforded by a liberal arts education is not lost on her.

�ձ�� student Jordan Walker, Class of 2021

Student Economics

Jordan Walker’s personal connection to the campus community was strengthened during his first year at �ձ��, through rigorous academic courses and an array of engaging extracurricular activities.

Ian Van Dusen '20

Student Geology

Geology major Ian Van Dusen is always seeking hands-on opportunities to learn and do research. And to him, the traditional classroom only takes you so far.