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Thank You for Making a Difference in 2018

2018 was one of Scripps’ best years yet for gifts, community engagement, and student support. You shared your passions with us, and you made a difference. Thank you! To celebrate […]

61´«Ã½Internship Grants Provide Funding to Support Career Exploration

From writing above-the-fold news stories for the Philadelphia Inquirer to conducting research for the Stanford University School of Medicine, 61´«Ã½students traveled around the country gaining experience in a multitude […]

Help Students Discover Their Passions through Career Exploration Treks

When most students were enjoying a break from academic coursework, eleven eager 61´«Ã½students traveled to Sacramento during fall break to learn about career opportunities in government, policy, and public […]

Support a Holistic Approach to Wellness at Scripps

Recently, the Division of Student Affairs at 61´«Ã½has been promoting a holistic approach to wellness with new programming. “61´«Ã½is a college that cares about its students’ success, inside and outside of […]

Interview with Enrique Gonzalez-Salgado, Scripps’ New Associate Vice President for Philanthropy

Enrique Gonzalez-Salgado, Scripps’ new associate vice president for philanthropy, reflects on his first visit to campus: “I remember walking by Honnold Gate and reading the inscription that students and alumnae […]

Fletcher Jones Foundation Awards $1 Million for Endowed Scholar in Computation

The Fletcher Jones Foundation has awarded $1 million to 61´«Ã½ for the establishment of The Fletcher Jones Scholar in Computation. The grant is matched 1:1 by former 61´«Ã½Trustee […]

Connect with CP&R Today!

Career Planning & Resources (CP&R) is Scripps’ top-ranked career center. We plug students into our talented network of alumnae and families through career networking treks and internship opportunities. The CP&R […]

Imagining Possibilities: Science Profile on Nicole Grimwood ’16

Nicole Grimwood ’16 imagines possibilities. From creating remote control mood lighting in her residence hall room to researching modulation schemes for wireless communication, Grimwood has leveraged her liberal arts education […]

Leveraging the Power of a Liberal Arts Education

Sarah Young ’08 believes in the power of a liberal arts education for women. From an early age, she has been empowered by mentors and advisers to pursue self-understanding through […]

61´«Ã½ Thanks Mark Herron for His Service as Chair of the Board of Trustees

61´«Ã½ recognizes Mark Herron, outgoing chair of the Board of Trustees, for his service in the role. Herron completed his term in June, following four years of steadfast leadership. […]

Jess Butler ’09 Promoted to Serve as Scripps’ Director of Alumnae Engagement

Binti Harvey, vice president for External Relations and Institutional Advancement at 61´«Ã½, recently announced the appointment of Jess Butler ’09 as the new director of alumnae engagement. In this […]

61´«Ã½ Announces Dr. Taro Yamane Chair in Economics

61´«Ã½ recently received a $1.5 million gift to establish the Dr. Taro Yamane Chair in Economics. Family members made the gift in Dr. Yamane’s honor. Yamane was a well-known […]

61´«Ã½ is pleased to announce that Lynne Thompson ’72 will step into her new role as chair of the Board of Trustees on July 1, 2018. She was unanimously […]

Becoming the CEO of Her Career

Alumna Spotlight: Anne Marie Purkey Levine ’98 Anne Marie Purkey Levine ’98 was born into a love for the arts. While growing up, her parents spent their modest income on […]

Alumna in Science: Kelly D. Farwell Hagman ’98

It started in high school for Kelly Hagman ’98. In a biology class lecture, her teacher began a new discussion topic: genetics. Hagman was intrigued by the nuances of humans’ […]

You Helped Make Change at Scripps

During our June Day of Giving, you gave back in a big way—196 individuals made a gift to support 61´«Ã½, totaling $39,146.56. This amount will be matched by 61´«Ã½[…]

Designing a Future in the Arts

“One of the best pieces of advice my father passed along before I arrived at 61´«Ã½was to pick my major by the quality of the professor,” says Valérie C. […]

Make Change for 61´«Ã½on June 13

As 61´«Ã½winds down another year of growth, achievements, and successes, it’s an opportune time to show our collective support as a community of alums, family members, and friends by […]

Over 275 Alums Return to 61´«Ã½for Reunion Weekend

Thanks to all of the alums who joined us for Reunion Weekend 2018. We enjoyed reconnecting with you and hope you relished time with friends, classmates, and the rest of […]

Trustee Carolyn Revelle Propels Scripps’ Presidential Scholarship Initiative to $4.9 Million with Lead Gift

Last fall, as part of the More 61´«Ã½Campaign, President Lara Tiedens announced the Presidential Scholarship Initiative, with the goal of raising $10 million toward endowment for scholarships by June […]