From Refugee to Rollins
How a displaced child from South Sudan made his way from Kenya to Memphis to Winter Park and become the first Tar to win a prestigious public policy fellowship.
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What I’ve Learned: Becca Wilson ’18
Valedictorian Becca Wilson ’18 reflects on what drove her to excel—in the classroom and on the court.
Captain of (New) Industry
This former tennis team captain is leveraging his leadership skills to champion new technology.
The Matriarch
From first-year students to fraternity brothers, English professor Jana Mathews shares something in common with just about everyone on campus.
8 Rollins Alumni to Receive Recognition
Meet the recipients of the 2018 Alumni Achievement, Young Alumni Achievement, and Alumni Service awards.
What I’ve Learned: Fred Lauten ’75 ’76MBA
A proponent of social media in the judicial system, this chief justice also embraces the value of a liberal arts education.
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Shelter from the Storm
Elise Letanosky ’07 has dedicated the past decade to helping people in global hot spots marred by armed conflict and natural disasters.
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Mayor of Space Town
How Rollins’ first computer helped launch David Schechter ’65’s more than 30-year career at NASA.
Change Agent
Rollins’ new faculty director of the Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship Hub is dedicated to helping his students see the world differently.
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Engineering Her Opportunity
First-generation college graduate Grace Soto ’17 forged a path to success marked by hard work and a passion for community and service.
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Fashioning His Future
How Phillip Denizard ’16 turned a simple class project into a career at one of the world’s top fashion brands.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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Tomorrowland
One of the country’s fastest-growing and most progressive cities lies just beyond the borders of America’s most beautiful campus.
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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.
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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.
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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.
The Fantastic Dr. Fuse
Rollins physics professor Chris Fuse parlayed his love of the fantastical into a career in science and now uses that passion to inspire his students.
Captain Cardiac
Dr. Eric Harrison ’64 wants to change the way the medical community thinks about heart health. He might just save your life in the process.
The Pull of Public Service
How a volunteer-minded Californian found a passion for policy at Rollins and became one of America’s most dynamic public servants.
Building Opportunity
Jose Fernandez ’92 is a guiding voice in the Central Florida community and beyond, both as a business leader and a pillar of giving back.
Showered with Success
The 28-year-old founder and CEO of FRESHeTECH is a Rollins grad whose Orlando-based company is gaining national attention.
Captain of (New) Industry
This former tennis team captain is leveraging his leadership skills to champion new technology.
50 Things We Love about Mr. Rogers
It’s been 50 years since the debut of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, so what better way to honor our most famous alumnus than by celebrating 50 ways he’s made a lasting impact on Rollins and the world.
The Accidental Advocate
Renee Stone ’85 has achieved a remarkable career in environmentalism and public service by following her passion from one interesting thing to another.
What I’ve Learned: Gillian Smith ’95
She seemed to have a dream marketing career wielding multimillion-dollar budgets for brands like Coca-Cola and Burger King. So why did Gillian Smith trade big budgets (and perks) for the unheralded nonprofit world?