Welcoming the class of 2021 - Continued Over 53 percent of your class worked during high school bringing to campus a variety of work experiences. One of you resolves technology tickets submitted by your school’s faculty, one of you works in the accounts payable department at an auto dealership, and one of you works construction. One of you works at an Off Broadway production helping with marketing and one of you works at bridal boutique helping clients find the perfect gown. One of you work at a local farm planting, harvesting and selling vegetables, one of you is a staff writer for your local newspaper, and one of you runs a parking business on Cape Cod. One of you works with marine life at the aquarium and one of you is a staff member for the Lowell Spinners a minor league affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. A number of you work in landscaping, retail and the restaurant industry. This class is especially entrepreneurial in spirit. One of you is the CEO of “Walk a Dog,” a dog walking company, and one of you is the co-founder of “Clutch D” – an online start-up for accessories. One of you started an agro-tourism and fishery business taking tourists boating and fishing and one of you builds fishing rods. One of you owns “Jordan’s Jerky” making customized beef jerky flavors and one of you leads a technical consulting company providing assistance to individuals in the community. And one of you is part of “Stress Less Concierge” providing a variety of party planning, organization, and home care services. The Class of 2021 has certainly demonstrated a strong work ethic. Your class also brings to Bryant talents in the fine arts, music, theater and dance. One of you has won three awards for the short films you produced and one of you has been recognized by Teen Vogue for your Fashion Club. One of you has travelled to Italy to perform in the nation’s cathedrals and one of you has appeared in three episodes of a popular TV show. One of you has performed in the Walt Disney World parade three times and one of you placed third in a statewide culinary competition. One of you is a member of an award winning ensemble that makes music using buckets, cans and tubes and one of you has earned the Gold Key Award in Photography from the Capitol Art Society. Many of you have distinguished yourselves in sports, competing on all league, all state and all conference teams. Over 237 of you captained at least one sport while in high school. One of you trained at the Navy Seal Training Camp in Virginia. One of you competed in an international rugby tournament in Northern Ireland and one of you is a national championship swimmer. One of you is a ski instructor and guide for disabled veterans and at least three of you are gymnastic instructors. One of you is a member of the Canadian National Championship team in field hockey and one of you has been selected for the Norwegian National Tennis team three years in a row. One of you started your high schools softball team and three of you have your license to fly a plane. At least five of you hold black belts in the martial arts and 163 of you will add to Bryant’s varsity teams and many more of you will keep our intramural and club teams competitive. Nearly 64 percent of your class lent their talents and time to volunteering to help those in need around the world. One of you takes the Polar Plunge every year in support of the Special Olympics and one of you started “Paws for a Cause”, an organization that donates pet food and supplies to shelters in your area. One of you is on the advisory board for the district attorney advising elementary students on social media safety and one of you is a member of the teen board for the Ronald McDonald House. One of you founded “Wheels in Motion” whose fundraising efforts send wheelchairs to third world countries. One of you spent three summers building homes and stoves in Guatemala, at least eight of you are volunteer firefighters and one of you volunteers as a camp counselor for children with autism. One of you received the Congressional Gold Medal Award for your volunteer work with Alzheimer’s patients. Still others spent countless hours in nursing homes and soup kitchens, and volunteering for organizations whose missions are to provide basic needs for families or to protect endangered animals and the environment. 154 of you served in student government and another 16 of you served as your class presidents, 13 of you are Eagle Scouts and 3 of you have earned the Girl Scout Gold Award. Your class has shown concern for local and world communities and we anticipate that your passion for making the world a better place will only continue to grow during your years at Bryant. These are just some of the distinguishing characteristics of your class. Each of you brings something unique to Bryant. Your many qualities will enrich our campus and the world around us. We feel fortunate to be able to participate in your growth and development throughout your time here. Again, welcome to Bryant University, we are excited to be a part of your lives.
September 23-25, 2016
- MICHELLE CLOUTIER, September 6, 2017
Alumni-Admission Connection The Character of Success Bryant University Office of Admission 1150 Douglas Pike Smithfield RI 02917 Phone: 401-232-6100 Toll Free: 800-622-7001 admission@bryant.edu
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The Bryant Connection is published three times a year for the Alumni-Admission Connection members of Bryant University. Layout and design is done by Moana Tellbuescher ’20, Admission Event Assistant, and Mallory Rousseau ‘11, Assistant Director of Admission for Events and Volunteers. Please send comments on this newsletter to the Managing Editor, Mallory Rousseau, at mrousse1@bryant.edu.
The official site of Bryant Athletics is the place for news stories and videos, schedules and scores, rosters and stats, ticket information and more! www.BryantBulldogs.com
Volume 17 Issue 3, Fall 2017 A Newsletter for Members of the Alumni-Admission Connection of you have a parent who attended. Another 46 of you were preceded by an aunt, uncle or grandparent, and 31 of you have multiple legacy connections. Another nine know Bryant well because your parents work here. 163 of you are the first in your family to go to college. In terms of academic strengths, your class brings to Bryant an array of academic interests and achievements. Finance, International Business, Marketing, Accounting, and Actuarial math top this year’s areas of academic interest as expressed in your applications, but your Class is overwhelmingly interested in studying across disciplines and pursuing a wide variety of career paths. 66 of you have officially declared yourselves as “Undecided”. You have already studied and lived with host families in Spain, France and China. You have applied for a US patent for a drip water irrigation system. You have been able to solve a Rubik’s cube in under 60 seconds since the age of 10 and you have placed first in the National DECA Shark Tank competition. You have won a prize SMITHFIELD, RI - In September, we welcomed the Class of 2021 to Bryant University. Thank you to all of you who assisted us in recruiting this for your invention of a portable lap desk with an attached light powered by pressure energy, you are a member of the American Mensa society and you have very talented class by sharing your Bryant story. Many of you attended a college fair, phoned admitted students or spoke at a recruitment event and served as the head Senate Page in your home state. Many of you have worked for your parents in small and not so small businesses and plan to use what you learn we cannot thank you enough for the role you have played in forming this at Bryant to continue the family tradition. One of you works in your family’s acnew entering class. Vice President of Enrollment, Michelle Cloutier, welcomed the class to campus at Convocation and said this about the newest counting firm, one of you works in a laboratory and one of you is learning all about our legal system in a law firm. members of the Bryant Community: - CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 Bryant’s Class of 2021 was selected from one of the largest and most academically talented applicant pool in our University’s 154-year history. Annual AAC Manual Update I have had the pleasure of reviewing each of your applications, so I know firsthand what an extremely impressive and talented group you are. My Along with this newsletter, you have also received our updated AAC colleagues on the admission team and I selected you from nearly 7,300 Manual. We want to ensure all members have access to this important applicants and you earned your admission through stellar academics, and helpful publication. commitment to co-curricular activities, leadership and strength of character. Please review the revised Manual before tucking it away! It contains Some of you wanted to be close to home, while others were looking for a information that prospective students are likely to ask you about and will completely new experience. This class has students from 22 US States, ensure you have the latest facts to give them! some are graduates from high schools right here in Rhode Island; while others of you hail from Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Utah, Virginia, Colorado and Indiana. Your class includes citizens from six of the seven continents As always, thank you for all you do and from 20 different countries including India, Jamaica, Kazakhstan, New for the Admission Zealand, Peru and Sweden. You represent a range of religious, ethnic and Office. With your racial backgrounds and speak more than 32 different languages and diasupport, we are lects. In fact, 6 of you are fluent in more than four languages. International ready for another great year! students make up more than 6 percent of your class and over 16 percent of you identify with African American, Latino American or Asian American backgrounds. Over 22 percent of you have long standing relationships
Welcoming the class of 2021
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Bryant expands Management program Bryant expands Management program with Leadership and Innovation, Team and Project Management The world – and the world of business – is changing at an ever-faster pace; technological innovations, globalization, increased diversity, and political upheavals require forward-thinking and agile leaders, managers, and thought leaders.
The social Corner SMITHFIELD, RI - President Machtley and Tupper welcome students back to campus in the Rotunda.
“To be competitive in such a global environment, we have to be on the cutting edge of doing things innovatively,” said Professor of Management Lori Coakley, Ph.D. The programs complement Bryant’s distinctive concentrations in Human Resource Management and Global Supply Chain Management Two new management concentrations – Leadership and Innovation, Associate Professor, Andres Ramirez, Ph.D., works with students in the Academic Innovation Center. and Team and Project Management — underscore the University's commitment to preparing students for the changing workplace. The programs, beginning in September, complement Bryant’s distinctive concentrations in Human Resource Management and Global Supply Chain Management. Bryant’s Management program is highly ranked - No. 6 in the United States by College Factual/USA Today 2018. The revisions to the program illustrate Bryant’s agility in responding to global dynamism and commitment to continuous improvement. Leadership and Innovation “Our new Leadership and Innovation concentration will prepare students to become successful leaders under conditions of ambiguity and uncertainty,” said Management Department Chair and Associate Professor of Management Diya Das, Ph.D. The robust curriculum, she said, includes classes in design thinking and strategic management of technological innovation as well as a distinctive leadership capstone course. Coakley, a certified design thinking facilitator, believes that the new concentrations highlight what Bryant does so well: anticipating what skill sets will be in demand in the future, and developing academic programs to meet that need. “We’re unique in getting students to think differently starting from their freshman year with IDEA. We are giving students tools to be uncomfortable and look at the world differently.” Project and Team Management Project management’s interdisciplinary nature makes the Project and Team Management concentration valuable for all students, whether they are studying business or liberal arts, noted Associate Professor of Management Angela Wicks, Ph.D. “When Bryant faculty share their business consulting expertise and experiences into the classrooms – as we all do – it’s invaluable for the students’ learning,” she said. Students enrolled in the Project and Team Management concentration will complete a full-scale consulting project and report for a company with a business dilemma. They also will prepare to sit for the Certified Associate in Project Management exam, given through Bryant’s Executive Development Center. That allows them to graduate not only with a highly relevant degree, but with a prestigious professional certification, as well. Das noted that research and lengthy discussions with Bryant’s award-winning Amica Center for Career Education staff established that “in the world of work today, everything is run as projects … and everyone is all set up in teams.” Construction companies, health care systems, and every company in Silicon Valley all use project management, she said. “Project and team management is a set of skills that is emerging as one with the highest demand.” Das and her colDepartment Chair and Associate Professor of Management, Diya Das, Ph.D., leagues began reviewing and analyzing the Department of Manage- speaks with a student about the new opportunities within management at Bryant. ment’s course offerings in the spring of 2015. That systemic analysis included reviewing faculty members’ research, consulting and academic expertise; evaluating what Bryant’s peer institutions offered in management majors; and talking with companies that recruit and hire Bryant students about their current and anticipated needs. This team-based initiative, which engaged nearly all of the department’s faculty, led to the decision to establish these cutting-edge concentrations, said Das. 2
Bryant University’s official twitter tweeting out some facts about the Class of 2021!
Get connected
@bryantadmission Ambassador Angle Moana Tellbuescher — Since arriving at Bryant as apart of the class of 2020, Moana has immersed herself in the “business of Bryant”, getting involved with several organizations and positions. Alongside joining Student Ambassadors and working the Admission Events Office, she also recently became apart of the new Bryant Women’s Development Initiative. As a current sophomore, Moana plans to graduate in May 2020 with a concentration in International Business, Management, and a minor in Spanish. As her freshman year progressed, Moana began to crave a new type of experience that would challenge her. Originally from Germany and grew up in Japan, Moana was on the hunt to find a summer internship there that would give her a preview into the real working world. After months of searching for internships, and sending what felt like millions of resumes and cover letters, she finally received a response from the Mercedes Benz Truck marketing department at Daimler in Stuttgart, Germany. internship. A few months later, after the stress of finals passed, Moana packed her things and began her three month long internship at Mercedes Benz Trucks in the marketing department. While working at Mercedes Benz Trucks, Moana was primarily responsible for designing marketing materials, integrating a new event management system into the company’s daily operations, and creating PowerPoint presentations that highlighted the percentages of sales per week whilst working alongside a team with years of prior experience. However, the best part of her work experience she says, was applying the team work skills that she learned at Bryant to the real work environment. Upon returning to Bryant and beginning her sophomore year, Moana is most looking forward to studying abroad in Spain and completing an internship next year as a junior.
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Bryant expands Management program Bryant expands Management program with Leadership and Innovation, Team and Project Management The world – and the world of business – is changing at an ever-faster pace; technological innovations, globalization, increased diversity, and political upheavals require forward-thinking and agile leaders, managers, and thought leaders.
The social Corner SMITHFIELD, RI - President Machtley and Tupper welcome students back to campus in the Rotunda.
“To be competitive in such a global environment, we have to be on the cutting edge of doing things innovatively,” said Professor of Management Lori Coakley, Ph.D. The programs complement Bryant’s distinctive concentrations in Human Resource Management and Global Supply Chain Management Two new management concentrations – Leadership and Innovation, Associate Professor, Andres Ramirez, Ph.D., works with students in the Academic Innovation Center. and Team and Project Management — underscore the University's commitment to preparing students for the changing workplace. The programs, beginning in September, complement Bryant’s distinctive concentrations in Human Resource Management and Global Supply Chain Management. Bryant’s Management program is highly ranked - No. 6 in the United States by College Factual/USA Today 2018. The revisions to the program illustrate Bryant’s agility in responding to global dynamism and commitment to continuous improvement. Leadership and Innovation “Our new Leadership and Innovation concentration will prepare students to become successful leaders under conditions of ambiguity and uncertainty,” said Management Department Chair and Associate Professor of Management Diya Das, Ph.D. The robust curriculum, she said, includes classes in design thinking and strategic management of technological innovation as well as a distinctive leadership capstone course. Coakley, a certified design thinking facilitator, believes that the new concentrations highlight what Bryant does so well: anticipating what skill sets will be in demand in the future, and developing academic programs to meet that need. “We’re unique in getting students to think differently starting from their freshman year with IDEA. We are giving students tools to be uncomfortable and look at the world differently.” Project and Team Management Project management’s interdisciplinary nature makes the Project and Team Management concentration valuable for all students, whether they are studying business or liberal arts, noted Associate Professor of Management Angela Wicks, Ph.D. “When Bryant faculty share their business consulting expertise and experiences into the classrooms – as we all do – it’s invaluable for the students’ learning,” she said. Students enrolled in the Project and Team Management concentration will complete a full-scale consulting project and report for a company with a business dilemma. They also will prepare to sit for the Certified Associate in Project Management exam, given through Bryant’s Executive Development Center. That allows them to graduate not only with a highly relevant degree, but with a prestigious professional certification, as well. Das noted that research and lengthy discussions with Bryant’s award-winning Amica Center for Career Education staff established that “in the world of work today, everything is run as projects … and everyone is all set up in teams.” Construction companies, health care systems, and every company in Silicon Valley all use project management, she said. “Project and team management is a set of skills that is emerging as one with the highest demand.” Das and her colDepartment Chair and Associate Professor of Management, Diya Das, Ph.D., leagues began reviewing and analyzing the Department of Manage- speaks with a student about the new opportunities within management at Bryant. ment’s course offerings in the spring of 2015. That systemic analysis included reviewing faculty members’ research, consulting and academic expertise; evaluating what Bryant’s peer institutions offered in management majors; and talking with companies that recruit and hire Bryant students about their current and anticipated needs. This team-based initiative, which engaged nearly all of the department’s faculty, led to the decision to establish these cutting-edge concentrations, said Das. 2
Bryant University’s official twitter tweeting out some facts about the Class of 2021!
Get connected
@bryantadmission Ambassador Angle Moana Tellbuescher — Since arriving at Bryant as apart of the class of 2020, Moana has immersed herself in the “business of Bryant”, getting involved with several organizations and positions. Alongside joining Student Ambassadors and working the Admission Events Office, she also recently became apart of the new Bryant Women’s Development Initiative. As a current sophomore, Moana plans to graduate in May 2020 with a concentration in International Business, Management, and a minor in Spanish. As her freshman year progressed, Moana began to crave a new type of experience that would challenge her. Originally from Germany and grew up in Japan, Moana was on the hunt to find a summer internship there that would give her a preview into the real working world. After months of searching for internships, and sending what felt like millions of resumes and cover letters, she finally received a response from the Mercedes Benz Truck marketing department at Daimler in Stuttgart, Germany. internship. A few months later, after the stress of finals passed, Moana packed her things and began her three month long internship at Mercedes Benz Trucks in the marketing department. While working at Mercedes Benz Trucks, Moana was primarily responsible for designing marketing materials, integrating a new event management system into the company’s daily operations, and creating PowerPoint presentations that highlighted the percentages of sales per week whilst working alongside a team with years of prior experience. However, the best part of her work experience she says, was applying the team work skills that she learned at Bryant to the real work environment. Upon returning to Bryant and beginning her sophomore year, Moana is most looking forward to studying abroad in Spain and completing an internship next year as a junior.
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Welcoming the class of 2021 - Continued Over 53 percent of your class worked during high school bringing to campus a variety of work experiences. One of you resolves technology tickets submitted by your school’s faculty, one of you works in the accounts payable department at an auto dealership, and one of you works construction. One of you works at an Off Broadway production helping with marketing and one of you works at bridal boutique helping clients find the perfect gown. One of you work at a local farm planting, harvesting and selling vegetables, one of you is a staff writer for your local newspaper, and one of you runs a parking business on Cape Cod. One of you works with marine life at the aquarium and one of you is a staff member for the Lowell Spinners a minor league affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. A number of you work in landscaping, retail and the restaurant industry. This class is especially entrepreneurial in spirit. One of you is the CEO of “Walk a Dog,” a dog walking company, and one of you is the co-founder of “Clutch D” – an online start-up for accessories. One of you started an agro-tourism and fishery business taking tourists boating and fishing and one of you builds fishing rods. One of you owns “Jordan’s Jerky” making customized beef jerky flavors and one of you leads a technical consulting company providing assistance to individuals in the community. And one of you is part of “Stress Less Concierge” providing a variety of party planning, organization, and home care services. The Class of 2021 has certainly demonstrated a strong work ethic. Your class also brings to Bryant talents in the fine arts, music, theater and dance. One of you has won three awards for the short films you produced and one of you has been recognized by Teen Vogue for your Fashion Club. One of you has travelled to Italy to perform in the nation’s cathedrals and one of you has appeared in three episodes of a popular TV show. One of you has performed in the Walt Disney World parade three times and one of you placed third in a statewide culinary competition. One of you is a member of an award winning ensemble that makes music using buckets, cans and tubes and one of you has earned the Gold Key Award in Photography from the Capitol Art Society. Many of you have distinguished yourselves in sports, competing on all league, all state and all conference teams. Over 237 of you captained at least one sport while in high school. One of you trained at the Navy Seal Training Camp in Virginia. One of you competed in an international rugby tournament in Northern Ireland and one of you is a national championship swimmer. One of you is a ski instructor and guide for disabled veterans and at least three of you are gymnastic instructors. One of you is a member of the Canadian National Championship team in field hockey and one of you has been selected for the Norwegian National Tennis team three years in a row. One of you started your high schools softball team and three of you have your license to fly a plane. At least five of you hold black belts in the martial arts and 163 of you will add to Bryant’s varsity teams and many more of you will keep our intramural and club teams competitive. Nearly 64 percent of your class lent their talents and time to volunteering to help those in need around the world. One of you takes the Polar Plunge every year in support of the Special Olympics and one of you started “Paws for a Cause”, an organization that donates pet food and supplies to shelters in your area. One of you is on the advisory board for the district attorney advising elementary students on social media safety and one of you is a member of the teen board for the Ronald McDonald House. One of you founded “Wheels in Motion” whose fundraising efforts send wheelchairs to third world countries. One of you spent three summers building homes and stoves in Guatemala, at least eight of you are volunteer firefighters and one of you volunteers as a camp counselor for children with autism. One of you received the Congressional Gold Medal Award for your volunteer work with Alzheimer’s patients. Still others spent countless hours in nursing homes and soup kitchens, and volunteering for organizations whose missions are to provide basic needs for families or to protect endangered animals and the environment. 154 of you served in student government and another 16 of you served as your class presidents, 13 of you are Eagle Scouts and 3 of you have earned the Girl Scout Gold Award. Your class has shown concern for local and world communities and we anticipate that your passion for making the world a better place will only continue to grow during your years at Bryant. These are just some of the distinguishing characteristics of your class. Each of you brings something unique to Bryant. Your many qualities will enrich our campus and the world around us. We feel fortunate to be able to participate in your growth and development throughout your time here. Again, welcome to Bryant University, we are excited to be a part of your lives.
September 23-25, 2016
- MICHELLE CLOUTIER, September 6, 2017
Alumni-Admission Connection The Character of Success Bryant University Office of Admission 1150 Douglas Pike Smithfield RI 02917 Phone: 401-232-6100 Toll Free: 800-622-7001 admission@bryant.edu
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The Bryant Connection is published three times a year for the Alumni-Admission Connection members of Bryant University. Layout and design is done by Moana Tellbuescher ’20, Admission Event Assistant, and Mallory Rousseau ‘11, Assistant Director of Admission for Events and Volunteers. Please send comments on this newsletter to the Managing Editor, Mallory Rousseau, at mrousse1@bryant.edu.
The official site of Bryant Athletics is the place for news stories and videos, schedules and scores, rosters and stats, ticket information and more! www.BryantBulldogs.com
Volume 17 Issue 3, Fall 2017 A Newsletter for Members of the Alumni-Admission Connection of you have a parent who attended. Another 46 of you were preceded by an aunt, uncle or grandparent, and 31 of you have multiple legacy connections. Another nine know Bryant well because your parents work here. 163 of you are the first in your family to go to college. In terms of academic strengths, your class brings to Bryant an array of academic interests and achievements. Finance, International Business, Marketing, Accounting, and Actuarial math top this year’s areas of academic interest as expressed in your applications, but your Class is overwhelmingly interested in studying across disciplines and pursuing a wide variety of career paths. 66 of you have officially declared yourselves as “Undecided”. You have already studied and lived with host families in Spain, France and China. You have applied for a US patent for a drip water irrigation system. You have been able to solve a Rubik’s cube in under 60 seconds since the age of 10 and you have placed first in the National DECA Shark Tank competition. You have won a prize SMITHFIELD, RI - In September, we welcomed the Class of 2021 to Bryant University. Thank you to all of you who assisted us in recruiting this for your invention of a portable lap desk with an attached light powered by pressure energy, you are a member of the American Mensa society and you have very talented class by sharing your Bryant story. Many of you attended a college fair, phoned admitted students or spoke at a recruitment event and served as the head Senate Page in your home state. Many of you have worked for your parents in small and not so small businesses and plan to use what you learn we cannot thank you enough for the role you have played in forming this at Bryant to continue the family tradition. One of you works in your family’s acnew entering class. Vice President of Enrollment, Michelle Cloutier, welcomed the class to campus at Convocation and said this about the newest counting firm, one of you works in a laboratory and one of you is learning all about our legal system in a law firm. members of the Bryant Community: - CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 Bryant’s Class of 2021 was selected from one of the largest and most academically talented applicant pool in our University’s 154-year history. Annual AAC Manual Update I have had the pleasure of reviewing each of your applications, so I know firsthand what an extremely impressive and talented group you are. My Along with this newsletter, you have also received our updated AAC colleagues on the admission team and I selected you from nearly 7,300 Manual. We want to ensure all members have access to this important applicants and you earned your admission through stellar academics, and helpful publication. commitment to co-curricular activities, leadership and strength of character. Please review the revised Manual before tucking it away! It contains Some of you wanted to be close to home, while others were looking for a information that prospective students are likely to ask you about and will completely new experience. This class has students from 22 US States, ensure you have the latest facts to give them! some are graduates from high schools right here in Rhode Island; while others of you hail from Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Utah, Virginia, Colorado and Indiana. Your class includes citizens from six of the seven continents As always, thank you for all you do and from 20 different countries including India, Jamaica, Kazakhstan, New for the Admission Zealand, Peru and Sweden. You represent a range of religious, ethnic and Office. With your racial backgrounds and speak more than 32 different languages and diasupport, we are lects. In fact, 6 of you are fluent in more than four languages. International ready for another great year! students make up more than 6 percent of your class and over 16 percent of you identify with African American, Latino American or Asian American backgrounds. Over 22 percent of you have long standing relationships
Welcoming the class of 2021
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