TABLE OF CONTENTS

Summer 2021

18 | RISING TO THE OCCASION

Face masks couldn't contain the excitement as graduates received their diplomas at the Spring 2021 Commencement Ceremony.

22 | MOVING FORWARD

Five decades ago, the college embraced four big changes to the 120-year-old institution.

26 | THE SHOW GOES ON

A virtual alumni awards gala connects recipients with family and friends across the nation.

IN EVERY ISSUE

6 | Inside the Gate

Alumna sponsors masterclass series for music students; Cougar Athletics perseveres through the pandemic to post another stellar year.

32 | My CCAA

Alumni Association awards nine scholarships; alumnus comes home to Columbia College to celebrate a career milestone.

42 | Class Notes

Alumni share personal and professional updates; In Memoriam remembers those who have passed.

On the Cover: Abigail Schneider ’21 celebrates the completion of her bachelor’s degree in a big way — decked out in her cap and gown on a white water rafting adventure in Camp Verde, Arizona.

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