Fashioning His Future
How Phillip Denizard ’16 turned a simple class project into a career at one of the world’s top fashion brands.
Alumni Success
Spencer Confirmed as Secretary of the Navy
Richard V. Spencer ’76 is the new head of the Department of the Navy.
In Memory: Winifred “Wynee” Warden ’45 ’12H
The philanthropist's generosity impacted generations of Rollins students across virtually every dimension of campus life, from academics and athletics to the arts.
Finding a Cure for Ellie
When her daughter fell ill with a rare disease, Beth Frigola McGinn ’99 went searching for hope.
The Great Communicator
Deanna Loew ’17, who launched Rollins’ chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America, is the newest account executive at a leading global communications company.
Barbesino Earns Boren Scholarship
Karina Barbesino ’19 has earned a Boren Scholarship, a prestigious award reserved for students who intend to pursue careers in federal national security.
What I’ve Learned: James Ryan ’17
The 2017 College of Liberal Arts valedictorian—one of the first graduates of Rollins’ new Public Policy and Political Economy Program—reflects on his time as a Tar.
Ace of Enterprise
Kamil Fadel ’17 is a high-flying international business major with plans to impact the world through social entrepreneurship and finance.
Alumni Success
A Third Act
Sandra Jetton ’70’s journey from opera to banking to street photography, and the education that prepared her for the unexpected.
The Global Guitarist
When Ben Wozniak ’17 travels to Germany this fall on a Fulbright Scholarship, you can bet his guitar will help students learn the English language.
A Lab of Their Own
Sisters Sehar ’16 and Shaffaq ’18 Noor founded a computer lab that is helping bring the internet to women in rural Pakistan.
Ewen Named 2017 Newman Fellow
Meredith Ewen ’19 has received Campus Compact’s 2017 Newman Civic Fellowship, which recognizes and supports students committed to achieving social change.
Igniting Kids’ Imagination Through Computer Science
Rollins student and professor team up with Google on after-school project for fourth-graders.
Alumni Success
A Natural Leader
Thane Maynard ’76 developed an awe for animals and the natural world as a boy growing up in Winter Park. He’s spent his career sharing that sense of wonder with others.
Cosmopolitan Coder
Inside Shree Raj Shrestha ’17’s journey from Nepal to Rollins to one of the world’s biggest tech companies.
Alumni Success
Tomorrowland
One of the country’s fastest-growing and most progressive cities lies just beyond the borders of America’s most beautiful campus.
Alumni Success
The Pace Setter
The intensity on the track and emotions on pit road are nothing compared to what Steve O’Donnell ’91 deals with as a lead man at NASCAR.
Alumni Success
Miracle Movement
Joe ’84 and Vicky ’85 Raymond are leading a revolution in the treatment of motor disabilities in the United States.
10 Questions with Patrick Odoyo
Rollins’ new staff director of the Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship Hub rose from poverty when someone invested in his future. Ever since, he’s been helping others bring about meaningful change—in their own lives and their communities.
In Memory: Betty Duda ’93H
The former Rollins College trustee and recipient of an honorary degree died on December 24.
Alumni Success
Alum John Kavanaugh ’83 Writes 280 Songs for Disney’s ‘Sofia’ and ‘Elena’
The Emmy Award-winning composer for “Sofia the First” and “Elena of Avalor” shares how Rollins prepared him for a remarkable career with Disney.
Student Activities/Events
Club Spotlight: Student Veterans Association
With Veterans Day upon us, there’s a new resource for Rollins students who served in the armed forces.
Alumni Success
The Perfect Fit
Looking back on a dream career that blended a love of art and theater, award-winning costume designer Maggie Delgado ’75 found the ideal mix of motherhood and showbiz.
In Memory: Maria Ruiz
The professor emerita was a trailblazer in the College’s Department of Psychology.
Retiring Faculty: Greg Gardner
Greg Gardner launched the Department of Communication and served as its chair for 20 years.
Retiring Faculty: Alexander Boguslawski
Professor of Russian Alexander Boguslawski retired this spring after more than 30 years of service in the Department of Modern Languages.
Retiring Faculty: Roger Ray ’62
Professor of Psychology Roger Ray ’62 retired from Rollins this spring after serving the College for nearly 50 years.
Making the Mad Dog
Chris “Mad Dog” Russo ’82 stars in Mike and the Mad Dog, ESPN’s new sports documentary about the rise of sports talk radio.
In Memory: George Herbst
Former vice president helped shape Rollins’ growth strategy, strengthen the ‘town-gown’ relationship.
60 Inspiring Women of Rollins
In honor of Women’s History month, Rollins360 readers honor women in our academic community who are making a difference and who inspire others to do the same.
7 Alumni Receive 2017 Awards
Rollins College names the 2017 Alumni Award recipients.
A Conversation With the President
President Grant Cornwell reflects on Rollins’ unique location—from our top-ranked campus and the cosmopolitan charm of Winter Park to the ever-expanding opportunities Orlando offers.