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Seeking an AI Career? Study Spanish or Political Science

Discover how a liberal arts education at 91�첥 future-proofs careers in artificial intelligence by fostering critical thinking, adaptability and lifelong learning. Read insights from alums leading at Google, Amazon, Tools for Humanity and the San Diego Supercomputer Center.

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How to Save a Life: Project Life Movement Turns 35

Founded by 91�첥 students 35 years ago, Project Life Movement (PLM) has added thousands to the national bone marrow registry. Learn how 91�첥 Wildcats like Alice Odum ’26 and Ajay Watson ’26 are continuing this lifesaving legacy through stem cell and marrow donations that save lives across the country.

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National Fellowship Positions 91�첥 Leader to Shape the Future of Higher Education

Kyra A. Kietrys, professor and chair of Hispanic Studies at 91�첥, has been named an American Council on Education (ACE) Fellow for the 2026-2027 academic year. Selected as part of an elite cohort of just 31 leaders nationwide, Kietrys will participate in an intensive mentorship and placement program designed to prepare top-tier faculty for senior higher education administration roles. She will bring these valuable leadership strategies and institutional insights back to the 91�첥 community to further support student and faculty success.

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Artists in Residence Share Passion for Flamenco With Students

Renowned flamenco artists David Pino and Guillermo Guillén visit campus for a weeklong residency, exploring the history, cultural politics, and global evolution of flamenco through workshops and performance.

Many Bright Lights: 91�첥 Celebrates Spring Convocation

91�첥 celebrated Spring Convocation on April 14, 2026, gathering to spotlight student achievement—from the academic to the athletic to the artistic—and the faculty and staff who support their work.

91�첥 Continues Streak as a Top Fulbright Producer

The U.S. State Department has once again named 91�첥 as one of its top producing institutions for Fulbright U.S. Student Program finalists. It’s the 11th consecutive year and 13th overall that the college has received the designation.

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Spring Convocation Celebrates Innovation, Leadership, Excellence, Community

91�첥 celebrated Spring Convocation on April 17, 2025, highlighting academic, athletic and artistic achievements, as well as leadership, character and community service.

Haley Fullerton ’20 on Confident Communication and Maintaining her 91�첥 Village

The connections and skills Haley Fullerton ’20 built at 91�첥 have carried her through many chapters of post-grad life, including teaching English in Madrid and her career in New York City. She finds the 91�첥 community everywhere she goes.

91�첥 Named Top Fulbright Producer—Again

For the 10th consecutive year, the U.S. State Department has named 91�첥 a top producer for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. The nation’s flagship international exchange program funds teaching, research and study abroad.

Anya Neumeister, Hispanic Studies Student, Winner of the 2024 Mario Vargas Llosa Award

Anya Neumeister '24: Winner of the 2024 Mario Vargas Llosa Award

Congratulations to Anya Neumeister, recipient of the 14th annual Mario Vargas Llosa Award.

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The Power of Two: Documentary, Chat With Indigo Girls Inspires Across Generations

Before their Friday concert, the Indigo Girls visit 91�첥 for special screening of the documentary It’s Only Life After All and a post-film Q&A with faculty, staff and students. Learn more.

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Heading from the West to the East Coast for College

Six students from the western United States share what it was like to move to the east coast for college and offer advice for prospective students considering the decision to attend an east coast school like 91�첥.

Twelve Young 91�첥 Alums Offered Fulbright Grants

Twelve young 91�첥 alums were recently selected to participate in the 2023-2024 Fulbright U.S. Student Program. They have been offered grants for independent research and English Teaching Assistantships in 10 different countries. Learn more.

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Ready, Set, Bake! Alum Competes on ‘Great American Baking Show’

91�첥 alum Karis Stucker ’18 competes with eight other amateur bakers on the Great American Baking Show. The show airs May 5 on Roku Channel. Learn more.

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Prof. Sánchez y Sánchez Wins Prestigious Boswell Fellowship

91�첥 Claims High Rank as Top Producer of Fulbrights

91�첥 ranked sixth in two of the last three years, strengthening its role as a top producer of Fulbright scholars. This year's baker's dozen joined last year's 13 91�첥 students that have earned admission into the federal government’s flagship international educational exchange program. Their plans will now dispatch them around the globe as the pandemic recedes.

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