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Alumni Speakers Highlight the Importance of Stevenson Connections
The value of your alumni network was on full display last month, when five Stevenson graduates returned to campus for the Odyssey & Applied Arts Business Education Speaker Series. Elijah Bennett ’19, Chad Broude ’04, Sarah Grinde ’19, Mark McGrady ’08, and Chandler Whitney ’17 joined other industry professionals to share their career insights and perspectives with students in business, marketing, entrepreneurship, and accounting courses.
Our alumni spoke candidly on getting started in competitive fields, navigating the impact of AI, and how their Stevenson experience helped shape their careers. Their core message was simple -- relationships matter and staying connected opens doors.
That message feels especially meaningful as more than 1,200 seniors prepare to graduate in the coming weeks and join a global network of Stevenson alumni -- a community of potential mentors, collaborators, and advocates who share the Patriot experience and can help guide whatever comes next, whether that is college, career, or a path all their own.
I am grateful for all alumni who continue to share their time, insight, and support, strengthening the Stevenson community long after graduation.
Warmly,
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-- Ryan Fowler, SHS Alumni Association |
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Atkinson '23 Joins Research Trip to Namibia
Maggie Atkinson ’23 will travel to Namibia this summer for a research trip focused on the German Southwest African Genocide. Working alongside professors and doctoral candidates from the U.S., Germany, and Namibia, she will help collect oral testimonies from descendants of Herero and Nama survivors. The project aims to develop curriculum materials to expand how the genocide is taught in schools.
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Qualich '21 Wins Gymnastics National Title at UW-Stout
After a strong vault performance at the WIAC Championship in March, Jessica Qualich ’21 was one of three University of Wisconsin–Stout gymnasts to qualify for the 2026 NCGA National Championship, the premier postseason tournament for NCAA Division III women’s gymnastics. Jessica went on to capture the national title on vault with a 9.8, tying for the second-highest vault score in school history.
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Goldstein '19 Featured as Visiting Artist
The Fine Arts Division welcomes Bekka Goldstein ’19 as its final visiting artist of the year. A graduate of Ringling College of Art & Design with a concentration in Computer Animation, she worked as a 3D modeling artist at Disney before joining video game developer Big Huge Games. Her work is on display through May 22. Learn more about the visiting artist program here.
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Joseph '20 to Publish Memoir,
A Common Thread
Alumna Sophie Joseph ’20 will publish her debut memoir,
A Common Thread, later this year. The book invites readers to rethink assumptions about privilege, connection, and what actually unites people across backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. The book draws from her experience navigating contrasting social and professional spaces.
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Connect With Fellow Alumni Professionals & Biz Owners
Calling all alumni professionals and business owners! Connect with thousands of fellow graduates and community members by joining the Stevenson Alumni Business & Professional Directory. Click here to add your listing.
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Job Opening -- Alumni Relations Coordinator
The Stevenson Foundation seeks an energetic, creative, and relationship-driven professional to play a key role in alumni communications and events. To learn more about the role and submit your application, click here.
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Shop Alumni Merch
Check out new alumni merch, including limited edition Jalen Brunson '15 replica jersey tees, alumni sweatshirts, and more.
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Early Bird Tickets Now Available for 2026 Reunions
Early bird reunion tickets are now on sale for this year's milestone celebrations at Eddie Merlot's on October 3. The Classes of 2016, 2006, 2001,1996, and 1986 can purchase their discounted reunion tickets and register for the Homecoming Alumni Tent now! Don't delay -- tickets are currently $50 and increase to $65 on May 29.
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Visit AESHSalumni.org for Class Lists, Alumni Resources
The Stevenson alumni directory is now online, offering a central hub to connect and engage with the Stevenson community. Browse class lists, message classmates, and explore alumni news, events, and opportunities. Stay connected and discover what fellow Patriots are doing. Click here or visit AESHSalumni.org.
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Annual Sue Biemeret Scholars Reception Recognizes Seniors and Scholarship Donors
Thanks to contributions from individuals and organizations across our community, $60,000 in scholarships were awarded Tuesday night at the annual
Sue Biemeret Scholars Reception. This time-honored celebration is the culminating event of the Stevenson Foundation's Senior Scholarship Program.
Several awards were made possible by the generosity of alumni donors, including Jalen Brunson '15, Dana Ramagnano Carris '86, Tom Carris '86, Matt DuFour '96, the Goble Family, and Andrew Klaber '00.
In addition, many scholarships also honored the legacy and memory of Stevenson alumni, including Rebecca Gayle Berger, Jeremy Fishman, Nathan Halterman, Brett Lerner, Siraj Nyakhar, Christopher Steele, and Kathy Westerberg-Viravec.
Forty-eight graduating seniors, including 18 Stevenson to College (S2C) Scholars, joined alumni and community members to recognize the accomplishments of this year's honorees. Congratulations to all of our 2026 winners! View event photos here. |
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Junior Crowned Quiz Bowl National Champion
Spencer Manning rose from standby to national champion at the 2026 Individual Player National Championship Tournament in Rosemont earlier this month, defeating more than 300 competitors in one of the nation’s premier quiz bowl competitions. A day earlier, he helped Stevenson win the National Scholastic Championship team title. Click here to read more.
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Fall Musical Company Receives Best Ensemble Nomination
For the second consecutive year, Stevenson’s fall musical company has earned a nomination for Best Ensemble from the Illinois High School Music Theatre Awards for its production of
Mary Poppins. Nearly 100 high schools across Illinois submit their productions for consideration each year. Winners will be announced May 11 at Chicago's Broadway Playhouse.
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The Alumni Association is saddened to share the passing of Timothy W. Soderstrom '85 on February 6, 2026.
A celebration of Tim’s life was held at Grace United Methodist Church in Lake Bluff, Illinois. For more information and to read the full obituary, click here. |
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The SHS Alumni Association is a program of the Stevenson Foundation, an independent nonprofit organization at SHS. T
he Stevenson Foundation equips students with essential resources that foster well-being and long-term success. For more information and to learn about the positive impact of your support, contact Executive Director Linda Knapp at 847.415.4147 or LKnapp@StevensonFoundation.org.
Stevenson Alumni Association
Two Stevenson Drive
Lincolnshire, Illinois 60069
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