Upward Pathways
Our alumni’s diverse student experiences and career paths showcase the transformative power of a Whitman education. Explore how your gifts shape lives and empower Whitties to excel and make a difference in the world.
Laura Sanchez ’07: Creating Impact Through Research
As a Whitman undergraduate, Laura Sanchez ’07 found a passion for chemistry that was nurtured through hands-on research experience and one-on-one interactions with faculty. Today, she runs her own research lab at UC Santa Cruz.
December 05, 2024
Sueli Gwiazdowski ’24: A Strong Voice for Equity & Peace
Sueli Gwiazdowski ’24 was a relentless resource for uplifting diversity, equity and inclusion across campus during her time at Whtiman. Now, she says peacebuilding is her life’s work and she’s committed to building a better world through the law and advocacy.
October 22, 2024
Matthias Argenyi ’18: Financing Social Change
As a child of immigrants, Matthias Argenyi ’18 always knew he wanted to positively impact people in need. The Economics-Mathematics major channeled his passion at Whitman to launch a career in finance—focusing on social change. After years in the nonprofit sector, he is now pursuing an MBA at Harvard Business School.
September 19, 2024
Aisha “Adyiam” Kimbrough ’19: A Voice for Others in the World
Aisha "Adyiam" Kimbrough ’19 found her place working in policy and global studies while at Whitman. Now, at YouthPrise and Minnesota Seeds of Justice, she advocates for others daily in her work.
March 22, 2024
Anna Allgeyer ’22: A Confident Changemaker
Anna Allgeyer ’22 was passionate about climate causes during her four years at Whitman. As a fellow with the Environmental Protection Agency, she gets to pursue that work daily.
January 08, 2024
Klaudia Kyjovska ’22: Finding a Future in Finance
Klaudia Kyjovska ’22 started at Whitman with an interest in economics. Now, at Trilogy Search Partners, she works every day with other Whitties to advance people’s dreams.
November 02, 2023
Grace Fashanu ’22: An Advocate for Thriving Communities
At Whitman, Grace Fashanu ’22 was a student-leader building communities grounded in justice for all. Now at the FDIC, she works daily to apply that value in the banking industry.
October 11, 2023
Cameron Conner ’20: A Catalyst for a Better World
Cameron Conner ’20 was a student leader passionate about making a difference. As a Watson Fellow, Conner examines how communities come together to meet their needs.
October 10, 2023
Salma Mutagoma ’22: A Leader Beyond Borders
Serving as a advocate in her community and at Whitman, Salma Mutagoma ’22 is still learning about how to help others near and far.
October 09, 2023