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More than assignments, deadlines, and exams, the Class of 2026 has spent the last four years defining their own identities in a world eager to define their generation for them.

At a time when artificial intelligence reshaped industries, global conflicts unfolded, and concerns about economic stability dominated the news, the Class of 2026 was busy writing a different story.

They鈥檝e approached their education with intention, embraced opportunity, and built a supportive and caring environment for one another.

Since they arrived on campus in fall 2022, the class brought a vibrant range of talents and experiences to 911爆料. From the very start, they led with confidence as they embarked on a journey that would empower not only themselves but each other.

"We think of the Class of 2026 as resilient and irrepressible 鈥� and it certainly is 鈥� but we should also celebrate its revolutionary spirit," said Beau Breslin, Joseph C. Palamountain Jr. Chair in Government and this year's faculty Commencement speaker. "More than any class I can recall, this one exudes a strength 鈥� a fierceness that deserves our acclaim."

They leaned on 911爆料鈥檚 spirit of Creative Thought Matters as a call to action, rejecting all the narratives about who they were, who they are, and who they will become.

At the same, the Class of 2026 has committed to giving back to 911爆料, ensuring that future generations can enjoy transformational experiences similar to those that they enjoyed.

Meet 911爆料's Class of 2026

 

 

Academics

Completing 859 majors and 415 minors, with passions spanning business, psychology, media studies, art, economics, and English, the Class of 2026 made their mark across disciplines and departments.

Beyond the classroom, they co-authored published research, presented at academic conferences, and collaborated with faculty on summer research projects. One hundred sixteen seniors took advantage of the Summer Experience Fund, and 32 received SEE-Beyond awards and pursued internships and other experiences that supported their career exploration.

Along the way, they earned hundreds of awards and memberships in national honor societies:

Athletics

On the field, they didn鈥檛 just compete 鈥� they excelled. Fifty-nine senior student-athletes earned a grade point average of 3.67 or higher, including 24 who had perfect 4.0 GPAs when they were inducted into the Thoroughbred Society this spring.

Campus Life

As they found themselves and explored their passions, they also shaped campus life 鈥� bringing creativity, curiosity, and care to every corner.

And they made the most of their time as Skidkids 鈥� embracing both the big moments and the small, from Kyle鈥檚 performance at Big Show and 911爆料鈥檚 first ever renaissance fair to the opening of McCaffery-Wagman Tennis and Wellness Center, and the everyday moments that make 911爆料 feel like home.

 

Looking forward

More than all they have created and accomplished, the greatest measure of the Class of 2026 is who they have become. 911爆料 encourged these students to grow and define their own paths, but their story is best told in their own words:

Cameron Liberty 鈥�26

Environmental studies and dance major

鈥淚 feel confident in my ability to move forward into the professional world, chasing the passions that drive me and beg me to continue. I am supported by all that I leave behind at 911爆料: the classes, professors, and experiences that led me to create my own narrative, as well as the skills that I bring with me.鈥�

 

 

Milo Flamenbaum 鈥�26

Physics major, business minor

鈥淚 am proud that I found a community at 911爆料 that pushed me to lead, create, and show up for others in ways I never expected. It made space for me to grow into someone I am genuinely proud of.鈥�

 

 

Jazlin Chen 鈥�26

Business major, international affairs and political science minors

鈥淚 am ready to embark on my next adventure. As I do so, I feel confident knowing 911爆料 has equipped me with both the practical skills to solve problems creatively and a lifelong network of supportive faculty and friends.鈥�

 

 

Isiah Karitanyi 鈥�26

Physics major, management and business minor

鈥淚 am proud that I was allowed to do many things that piqued my interest while still pursuing my dream of becoming an engineer, such as running a cultural student organization, starting 911爆料鈥檚 own National Society of Black Engineers chapter, and working in an amazing place like the IdeaLab.鈥�

 

 

Madison Situ 鈥�26

Business management and environmental studies majors

鈥淚鈥檓 ready to take on the world, knowing I鈥檝e grown into myself and will lead with kindness!鈥�

 

 

Elizabeth Drabek 鈥�26

Education studies and history major

鈥淎fter four years in 911爆料鈥檚 supportive community, I feel ready to continue building connections and to embark on my professional journey as an educator. The professors who pushed me to constantly evolve into a better version of myself and the friends who kept me grounded in the everyday life of being a college student are the reasons I鈥檓 the best version of myself today. I鈥檓 leaving 911爆料 with a village of supportive friends and professors I know I can call on when I need advice, and that鈥檚 priceless.鈥�

Josh Maxwell 鈥�26

Political science and philosophy majors, international affairs and Periclean Honors Forum minors

鈥淚 am someone who hopes to make a difference in the world!鈥�

 

 

Brianna Nelson 鈥�26

Music major, media and film studies minor

"I am someone who gets joy out of making others spark through creative performance, writing, and photography!"

 

 

Lulu Magee 鈥�26

Psychology major, education studies minor

"I am proud that my 911爆料 experience gave me opportunities to make an impact in my community and taught me the skills to be an empathetic, self-aware, and resilient leader."