My Baby’s Graduating!
Duke universityClass of 2015
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You started off as our Jennifer Juniper, and became our Dancing Queen.
Congrats to our child of the millennium, from your parents of the ‘80s.
Congratulations, Abby! We couldn’t be more proud of you - and happy that Duke
has been such an amazing experience.
Amanda,You are our sunshine who laps up
life with gusto and grace.Congratulations!
Congratulations, one step closer to your aspirations. Spread your wings, the sky is
the limit.
If you could see yourself through our eyes, you would see how incredibly
proud we are of you.
Congratulations, Thomas!We are all so proud of you and thank you so much for all that you have given us!
Congratulations! We are so proud of what you accomplished but we know
there is so much more to come.
Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.
-- Thoreau
Building towards a great future! We are so proud of your many accomplishments and the wonderful man you’ve become.
Congratulations!
From the little girl who never ceased to amaze us to the young woman we so
admire today...Congratulations, Katy!
Congratulations! We continue to be so proud of you. Your next great chapter
will be amazing!
Congratulations Patience! We’re so proud of all you’ve accomplished and we wish
you an amazing future ahead. Be Blessed!
Love,Mom & Dad
Much love from your whole family!!
So much love,Mom, Dad, Kyle, and Will
Always yours with pride and love,Papa, Mom & Philip
We love you,Mom & Melanie
Love,Clare, Mommio, Daddio
Love,Mom, Dad, Joshua and Pups
We are so proud of you,Mom, Dad and Tim
Love,Mom and Dad
Love,Mom and Dad
Love you,Mom and Dad
Love,Mom, Dad, John, God-parents, and family
JenniferLevin
Civil Engineering
AbigailCarignan
Biomedical Engineering
AmandaGiddon
Environmental Sciences & Policy
MarianneKhouryNeuroscience
AmandaFetter
Classical Studies
ThomasKavanagh
Mathematics
LiaCromwell
Public Policy Studies
MeredithStabel
English
AndrewLokker
Biomedical Engineering
KatyColasSociology
JayKennedyMathematics
PatienceWall
Public Policy
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Love,Mom, Dad, Henry, and Anna
xoxoMDLCPABRELF
Comgratulazioni per la tua Laurea. Congratulations! We are so proud and happy you are graduating. Stay true to
yourself and be kind always.
Love,Mom and Dad
Love,Mom, Dad, Ping, and Ming
DanielleMuoio
English
MaoHu
Statistical Science
Congratulations Nic!We are so proud of you and cannot
wait to see all the amazing things you will do after graduation!
Allie-We are all so very proud of you and your
accomplishments! Congratulations!
The Blue Devils and your classmates have strengthened your spirited approach to life. As you graduate, you are ready to make your significant mark on the world!
Off you go, the amazing adventure continues! Call home once in a while :-)
#missingyoualready
CONGRATULATIONS HeddySpaghetti!From TollGator to Blue Devil, it’s been a wonderful ride! You make us proud and
we know great things are ahead!
All our Love,Mom, Dad, Aryn and Adam
Love,Mom, Dad, and Anna
Love,Mom, Dad, and Ali
NicMeiring
Economics
AllisonEisen
Public Policy
MarcelaHeywood
Public Policy
RachelKiner
Cultural Anthropology
Heather Hoffman
Public Policy
It has been an amazing journey watching you grow and become the incredible
person you are today. It is hard to grasp you are already graduating Duke, but we
couldn’t be more proud of you. May you stay forever young.
Love, Mom, Dad, Buzz and Marilyn
SophieCorwinPublic Policy
Liza, you did it with your typical and amazing determination!
Congratulations!
Love,Mom
ElizaStrong
Biology
We hope you had the time of your life! We love you and are so proud of you,
Daniel. Forever Duke!
Love,Mom, Dad and Julia
DanielCarp
Public Policy
We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see what is to come in your future! We know that for you the possibilities
are limitless. Welcome to the Lash Duke alumni family.
Love, Mom, Dad T ‘75, Jacqueline T ‘13, and Pete
Liz LashHistory
BriannaSiracuse
ChemistryFour amazing years could not have
made us prouder. Future success will be achieved by your determination and
hard work. We love you!
Love,Mom, Dad, Colin, Devin and Andrew
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Wendi: We are so proud of you! We know that you will continue shining in
the time ahead.
You have brains in your head.You have feet in your shoes.
You can steer yourselfany direction you choose. -Seuss
Congratulations Nick! We are so proud of all your
accomplishments and the fine manyou have become. You Rock bud!
Congratulations David! We are so proud of allyou’ve accomplished.
Love you,Mom, Dad, Lance, & Mel
Love,Mom, Dad, Simone
Love,Mom & Dad
Love,Mom, Dad, Lauren, James, Grandma and Grandpa
WendiOppenheim
History of Science & Technology
GregoryLaHood
History
NicholasMagnuson
Public Policy
DavidRosenberg
Mechanical Engineering
We are proud of the man you have become. You are an inspiration and
we cannot wait to see the plans God has for you!
You always were a prize!So proud of you!!!
Lots of hugs.
Congratulations Tiff,Right from when you were born till
today, you have only given us reasons to hold our heads up in pride.
Bravissimo! You’ve come a REAL long way... We are tremendously proud of
your accomplishments. Your future looks very bright. Keep surprising us!
Love,Mom & Dad
Love,Dad, Mom and Chichi
Love,Mamma & Daddy
JoshuaMitchell
Mechanical Engineering
CarolynDugas
Computer Science
TiffanyEjikeme
Biology
IanSingleton
Psychology
We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished and the person
you’ve become. Congratulationson this major milestone!
Congratulations Florian! We are proud of all your accomplishments. We can’t wait to see all the amazing
successes that await you.
Tom, We are so proud and happy for you! Congratulations
on an amazing four years.
Michael, Congratulations!We are so proud of you and all you
have accomplished. You are amazing!
Love,Papa, Mommy, Sarah, Sophia and Grandma
Love,Mom and Dad
Love,Mom, Dad and Anna
Love,Mom, Dad, Sara & Jackie
SamJactel
Biology
FlorianCraanPsychology
ThomasNeufeld
Environmental Sciences
MichaelSchreiner
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Congratulations Caroline!Good Girl!
With perseverance and enthusiasm, all your hard
work throughout the years has paid off and culminates this weekend in a successful graduation from Duke. Hats off to you! We love you and
are so proud of you!
Mommy, Daddy, Christina and Katrina
Class of 2015
LizLash
We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see what is to come in your future! We know that for you the
possibilities are limitless. Welcome to the Lash Duke alumni family.Love, Mom, Dad T'75, Jacqueline
T'13, and Pete
Congratulations
Olivia,
Since the day you were born, you have filled our hearts with pride. Words cannot describe the joy we had watching you become the incredible woman you are.
You have challenged yourself and worked hard to reach your goals. Let your fierce determination continue to guide you through your future.
We love you, Mom, Dad, Pia, Eva, and Violet
Olivia Wax
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Dan, Your outstanding achievements at Duke are matched only by your keen
insights and personal growth. Heartfelt congratulations to the terrific brother and
son we adore!
Congratulations, Matt! We are so proud and happy for you!
Congratulations on an amazing four years. Let your fierce determination
guide you through the big beautiful future that awaits.
Congratulations! Look back on your Duke years with a big smile - great accomplishments and lots of fun!
Mr. Nick we couldn’t be more proud! You achievements are all yours and we
have enjoyed being in the stands.
Congratulations! We are proud of you and all
your accomplishments.
My dearest Ryan, Congratulations! Thank you for continually exceeding my hopes
and dreams as well as your majestic goals. I LOVE you!
Congratulations, Taylor! We are so proud of you - and so happy that you have been able to live your dream as
a Duke Cheerleader!
First the outfit, now the degree.We are so proud how you embraced every element of your Duke years.
Congratulations, Nick! We love you, and are so proud of you.
Today we celebrate your amazing achievements, but even more
importantly, the phenomenal person that you are! Congratulations, Megs!
Congratulations Alex,We are very proud of your many
achievements to date. Here’s to your future success!
Mom, Dad and Rebecca
Love,Mom, Dan, the G’s and all who love you
With love,Mom, Dad and Stephen
Love,Mom, Dad, David and Meredith
With Love,Mom and Dad
Love,Mom, Dad and Kevin
Love,Mom
Love you!Mom, Dad & Rachel
Love,Mom, Dad, Liz, Stephen & Izzy
Love,Mom, Dad and Zach
Much love,The Larks, Geoff, Kate and all
DanielRoeder
Economics & Statistical Science
MattGrossman
Public Policy & Political Science
ElizabethKerponPublic Policy
MichaelShort
Mechanical Engineering
NicholasBalkissoonComputer Science &
Asian and Middle Eastern Studies
RyanNeu
Evolutionary Anthropology
ryanbartoszek
Biology
TaylorPope
Psychology
SydneyHowland
Public Policy
NickBecker
MeganLax
Psychology
AlexanderLark
Visual Arts
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You always take full advantage of opportunities that come your way, enjoy making new friends, and live life with a smile on your face! And all while
pushing yourself athletically and achieving your goals, too. Congrats, Chad!We love you! Mom, Dad, Gray, Reed and family
Chad GuthrieNicholas Fitch Briere (Nick) Trinity Class of 2015, Major in English
& Emily Fitch Briere (Emmy)Pratt Class of 2015, Major in Mechanical Engineering
Dear Nick and Em,
We are so very proud of you
both!!
Wishing you the best as you set off on the next chapter of your
lives.
With much love always, mom
and dad.
Zeena Bhakta
We are so proud of you. You have accomplished so much. Its time to reflect on your achievements of the past and to embrace new challenges in your life. Believe in your dreams everyday. May your graduation be the beginning of a bright future filled with joy, success and happiness. Future plans: Working for the FBI Headquarters in Washington DC!!! Luv Mom, Dad, Jigar Reyna & Grandma.
Congratulations Zeena!!!
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Congratulations! We couldn’t be more proud of you and can’t wait to see what
the world has in store!
We are so proud of what you have become. You are the first professional in our family. “ERES UNA CAMPEONA.”
Ethan, we are so proud of you and the man you have become. We wish you
happiness and success!
Congratulations, Lauren! The joy you feel from this tremendous accomplishment
will last a lifetime!
You are an amazing combination of intelligence, dedication and compassion.
Thank you for all the wonderful experiences. We are so proud!
We are so proud of the amazing, wonderful, intelligent young woman you are. Congratulations on this next
milestone our dear rugrat!
Words cannot describe how proud we are. We know you will continue to succeed
and bring light everywhere you go.
So proud of our Blue Devil, Anna!
Congratulations Daniel! We love you! We’re so proud of you. You’ve become a
wonderful, intelligent young man!
Congratulations to Mollie and to the Class of 2015.
Jill, we’re so proud of who you are and what you’ve accomplished! Mazel Tov!
Let’s Go Duke!
You will always be our little girl with big dreams. Congratulations!
Love,Mom , Dad and Carolyn
With love,Your family
Love,Mom, Dad, Lewis, and Melissa
We LOVE you!Mom, Dad, Ryan, & Caroline
Love,Mom and Dad
Love,Mom, Dad, Juliana
Love,Dad, Mom, Kareem, Radwa
- Much Love from your family
Love,Mom, Dad, Michael
Love,Mom, Dad, Chelsea, Will, & Winslow
All our love,Momm, Daddy, Emily, and Ben
With all our love,Mom, Dad and Jessica
KendallCovington
Biomedical Engineering
SamanthaPerez
Biomedical Engineering
EthanGottlieb
Computer Science
LaurenKane
Neuroscience
ThomasDonley
Biomedical Engineering & Finance
RachelShenker
Biology
SarahElsheryie
AnnaKnight
Biomedical Engineering
DanielZhang
Computer Science
MollieMcVay Laverack
Psychology & Spanish
JillRubin
History & Spanish
IsaFerrall
Mechanical Engineering& Materials Science
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Congratulations, Hannah Grace!
You’ve made the most of your Duke experience and we
are incredibly proud of you. We love you
very much. Mom, Dad, Liza,
Grant and Dixie Blue
Hannah Stephanz Nicole KrantzNicole KrantzNicole, You looked adversity in the eye and you did not blink. You chose the difficult road rather than choosing the common path. Your accomplishments are many but your character and the fine young woman that you have become, is what shines for all to see. We are extremely proud of YOU !!!
Love, Mom, Dad, Andrew, Andrea, Pamela, Josh, Meems, Gramps and Grandma Nat
We are very proud of you!Love, Dad, Lydia, Blake, Owen, Natalia & Grace
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Congratulations, Reed! We are so proud of your accomplishments, and of the
young man you have become.
Baby, look at you now! From that first crazy GA night to Graduation - a wild,
amazing, successful ride. Congrats.We love you, Katie Cat
We are so proud of all you have accomplished. We wish you a future where all your dreams come true.
Congratulations Whitney on your graduation! We are so proud of you
and love you very much!
Overnight our sincere, sensitive, kind baby has matured into a sincere,
sensitive, kind man! Don’t ever change as you enter this exciting new chapter!
We continue to be proud and amazed by you, Cameron. Cannot wait to see
what life holds for you.
We are so proud of you. What an amazing adventure it has been!
We are so PROUD of YOU!! Congratulations and All God’s Blessings as you begin this next phase of your life.
Congratulations Tara!!! You have made the most of your time at Duke.
Great accomplishments and friendships. We are so proud!
Congratulations!! PARTY TIME!!!5 down, 1 to go!
We are so proud of you!
Melissa Claire Fisch! You’re done! We’re so proud! Always confident,
always fun, always Fisch!
Congratulations Ivana. Keep working. Keep smiling.
Never give up and you’ll get whatever you want. We love you so much.
With love,Mom, Dad, Ryan & Shanen
XO,Mom, Dad, and Jaime
Love,Mom, Dad, Austin & Uncle Wily
Love,Mom and Dad
We love you,Mom and Dad
Love you more than we can say,Mom and Dad
Love,Mom, Dad, and Family
Love,Mom & Dad
All our love, always,Mom, Dad, Melissa and Riley
Love ya,Mom, Dad, David, and Sam (and Ricki!)
Love,Your family and dogs
ReedMcGinley-Stempel
Public Policy & German
KatieWeidman
Psychology
ChristopherPodracky
Chemistry
WhitneyHills
Cultural Anthropology
BrendanBernstein
Economics
CameronTripp
Evolutionary Anthropology & French
GrahamCleveland Miller
Electrical Engineering
MalenaPrice
International Comparative Studies & Arabic
TaraDaltonNeuroscience
MatthewDarlowNeuroscience
MelissaFischEnglish
IvanaLis
Cultural Anthropology
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Alexandra Sansosti
Congratulations Alexandra!
We are so proud of you! Best wishes for continued happiness and success as you pursue the endless possibilities in your future... especially your dream of being a surgeon!
Much love, Mom, Dad, Gerard, Quinten, Ethan, and Darien
Much Love, Mom, Dad, Katherine
Dear Andrew: We are so proud of you for many reasons. You have challenged yourself and worked hard to reach your
goals. You have enjoyed meaningful and fun activities. Best of all, you have made friendships that will last a lifetime.
Andrew Hall
Brian Strubbe
Congratulations Brian!Brian, We are proud everyday to be your family! Keep making a difference in the world. We love you bunches! Mom, Dad and Lauren
Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. Ephesians 6:11
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Your world is big, your future is bright, and love is all around you!
Chris, I am so proud of you and all of your accomplishments.
Congratulations on your graduation! You are destined for success!
Ege, we look at you with utter admiration; our courageous, determined, passionate daughter. Your smile brightens
our lives. Follow your heart. May God bless you.
Congratulations, Christine! We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see where life takes you.
Congratulations Elizabeth! We’re proud of the woman you’ve become. As your Duke adventure ends, we’re so excited
about your future!
Congratulations on your graduation, Will!! We love you and are so proud of you! We wish you all good things
to come! Pura Vida!
Our heartbeat and Shilpa’s favorite Froo-Froo candy monster and Buster’s
playmate. Congratulations, have a blessed life. Mamma and Papa will
forever be by your side!
Congratulations Markyboy! We love you to infinity and are so proud of you.
We are more than proud of the woman you’ve become, and the mark you
have left on Duke University!
Ilana, we are so proud of you! Keep finding the humor in everything and
continue making people laugh!
Much love,Mom, Dad, Tommy, Krystal, and Caitlin
With Love Always,Mom
Love,Mom, Dad, Clayton, Mimi, Poppy
Love,Mom, Dad & Jennifer
From,Mom, Dad, Dan and Rachel
Love,Mom and Dad
We love you!Mom, Dad and Jake
JamesFerguson
Environmental Science & Policy
ChristopherSuttonPsychology
Ege AyseYalcinbas
Neuroscience
ChristineDelp
Program II in Ethics & Visual Documentary Studies
ElizabethjanickiLinguistics
WilliamLiakos
Earth and Ocean Sciences
ShikhaSachdeva
Evolutionary Anthropology
MarkKoslow
Computer Science
MayaFlippen
Women’s Studies
IlanaWolpert
English
Fikret, we see an ocean in you; our profound, capable, honest, wise,
affectionate son. Your accomplishments amaze us. Follow your heart.
May God bless you.
FikretYalcinbas
Biomedical Engineering
Congratulations Will!
All our love,Mom, Cart, and Nellie
WilliamPrince
History & Public Policy
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Congratulations and Well Done,
Gregory Moore IVTo infinity and beyond!
We love you and are so very proud of you.Mom, Dad, Catherine, Augie & Roxy(And assorted historical family gerbils, gekkos,
birds, fish, hedgehogs, turtles, frogs, etc.)
You have filled our hearts with
pride and so much joy! On
this new journey which begins
today the goals you set will be the ones that
you will make happen – that is
what you do!
We could not love you more.Mom and Dad
You’re Duke Blue Devil’s finest Angel. We’re so proud of you – today and always!! Dare to dream and follow your heart. You cannot direct the wind, but you can always adjust the sails.
Love: Mom, Grandma, Papa, Auntie, Nicholas & Anthony XOXO
Congratulations Corinne!
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You bring so much joy to our whole family just by being you; we are so proud
of all you’ve accomplished!
Congratulations, Laura! You did it. We thank GOD for HIS guidance in your
studies. Jeremiah 29:11.
Congratulations Elizabeth! To God be the Glory.
We are very proud of you. The best is yet to come.
Harli you are so AWESOME! Congratulations!
You are loved by so many. I admire your resilience. I love you.
I am so happy to share this moment with you.
Your destiny is to take root among the stars. You are our best. “I am Beloved,
and she is mine.”
Congratulations, Alice! So proud of all your accomplishments and
believe that you will keep thepassion towards future success!
Congratulations, You’ve always reminded us every yesterday is a memory of dreams and every tomorrow is a vision of hope.
DUKE- degree..... what a milestone
Congratulations Liz! We are so proud of you and all that you have accomplished.
Congratulations, Sammy!!! We are so proud of you today and always.
Congratulations on a great four year effort at Duke. Don’t be too sad -
the real world is not too bad!
We are proud of the man you’ve become with your hardworking, go-getter,
adventurous spirit! You’re inspiring! Congratulations!
Mom, Dad, Santiago, Sydney
So proud and loving you,Mom, Herry and Hafia
Love,Mom, Dad, Vicki, Mark
With immense pride and love,Mom, Dad, Mac and Rory
Love,Dad, Mom and Family
Love,Dad, Mom, Jr., Kengelle
Love,Mom and Dad
With lots of love ~Mom, Dad, Jonny, Darrell and Tammy,
Jordana and Dave, and Sadie
Love,Mom & Dad
Love you,Mom, Dad, Joel, Lauren, Annie
KathrynDelgado
Psychology
LauraMkumba
Biology
ElizabethWilliams
Psychology
HarliGrant
Neuroscience
AnthonyHenry
AleathaTerrell
Political Science
Alice LuyunYou
Economics
CrystalChukwurah
Biomedical Engineering
LizNovaski
International Comparative Studies
SamanthaPhillipsNeuroscience
ChrisKenny
KevinNikolaus
Mechanical Engineering
Love, Mom
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Congratulations
Taylor LaubCongratulations
Taylor LaubTime goes by quic
kly but you sure did
have an amazing college experience.
Love, Mom, Dad, and David
Jason OettingerCongratulations Jason! We are so proud of you and love you very much. You are such an amazing person and we look forward to seeing what the future holds for you.
With all our love and support,Mom, Dad, Justin and Jacob
Jeme ObeimeJeme,
Congratulations on your amazing four years of academics and volleyball at
Duke. We thank God for you and pray He continues to bless you abundantly.
Best wishes as you continue to grow.
Love always, Mom, Dad, Ivie,
Osejalu, family & friends
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We are so very proud of all you’ve done and of the person you’ve chosen to
become. We love you always!
Congrats Trent, we couldn’t be more proud of your accomplishments as a student and an athlete! A successful future is ahead.
Anna,It’s been fantastic watching you grow into such an accomplished, wonderful
person. Continue to enjoy the ride!
You’ve achieved what was once only a dream. Be proud of yourself
and celebrate your success. We are so proud of you!
Congratulations and God bless you on your achievements! We’re so proud and wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
CONGRATULATIONS MARSHALL RATLIFF T’15 - a third-generation Blue
Devil making us all so proud!
Congratulations Catherine! We are so proud of you and your amazing
accomplishments! Wishing you continued success and happiness!
Congratulations! We are proud of all you have accomplished and look forward to your future.
Amazing journey! Continue writing what you feel, “Because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t
mind.” We believe Philippians 1:6!
“In all the world, there is no heart for me like yours. In all the world, there is no
love for you like mine.” ~ Dr. Maya Angelou
You didn’t sleep much, but you sure made the most of your Duke experience.
We’re proud of you! 1 Peter 5:10
We are so proud of you! Keep following your dreams.
Congratulations!
Mom, Dad and Michael
Love you,Mom & Dad
Lots of love,Mom & Dad
Love,Mom & Dad
Love,Mom, Dad, Kezia
Love,Mom T’75, Emily, and all
the Ratliffs and Rubinsteins
Love,Mom, Dad, Elena and Christina
Love you lots!Mom, Dad, Ryan and Jack
Luv,Fam
Love, Mom
Love,Mom and Dad
Love,Mom, Dad, and JD and the entire family
EricaZeno
Classical Civilizations
TrentSwart
Public Policy Studies
AnnaMarkowitz
Economics
HayleyTrainer
AsraielHarewood
Cultural Anthropology
MarshallRatliffMathematics
CatherineBlebea
Biology
ConnorHigginsNeuroscience
Da’rellAndrews
Anthropology Biology
JonathanIgne-BianchiPublic Policy Studies
International Comparative Studies
ThomasBunningNeuroscience
MichaelMarion
Computer Science
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Congratulations Rebecca Spicehandler and Class of 2015Follow your
dreams.Believe in yourself.
You make us proud.We will always be there for you.
Harish Chatrathi
Dear Harish, We are so infinitely proud of you and your achievements. You are
kind, gentle and honest and you have a bright and limitless future. We are
truly blessed to have a son like you. Remain confident and believe in yourself.
love, Amma Nanna
Congratulations Janet!
It is a blessing to watch you grow into a wonderful young
woman. We are very proud of you.
Love from Mom, Dad,
Catherine and William
JanetZhang
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With love and great pride, Mom, Dad & Alex
Congratulations Eria! It has been an honor and pleasure to watch you grow
up and evolve into such an amazing young woman. Your fearlessness,
creativity and kindness will give you the power to make a change in the world.
Reach for the stars!
Erica GendellInternational Comparative Studies
You astound us with your passion for learning and your joyful spirit.
Be adventurous, and allow your strengths to flourish.
We are very proud of you, Zac, and the caring young man you are
and have always been.
Congratulations! We’re so proud of all you’ve done, and of the person you are.
Great things are sure to follow!
Tyler we are very proud of you and all you have accomplished attending the best school in the country “DUKE”!
Congratulations Anusha! Hope you’ll always find yourself as happy and as full
of crazy dreams as you are today!
Makorokoto! Amhlophe!We are so proud of you. May God guide and bless you as you follow your dreams.
Best wishes.
We are so proud of you and the wonderful man you are...
Congratulations! Keep the faith!
Vishy,we are so proud of you. You are an
amazing combination of intelligence and dedication. Follow your dreams.
Te queremos,Mom, Dad, Marcela
Love,Mom, Dad, and Ben
Love,Mom, Dad, Wes. Katelyn
Love,Mom, Dad, and Austin
Love,Mom, Dad, Dhruv, and Romo
Love,Mom, Dad, Michelle
Love,Mom, Dad, Molly and Jack
Love,Dad, Mom, Subashni, Patti, Thatha
AMANDAOñate-Trules
International Comparative Studies
ZacElder
Public Policy & History
ScottBoisvert
Biology & Global Health
TylerToren
Biology
AnushaSinghProgram II:
Human Bio & Neural Development
ZaneleMunyikwaComputer Science
TimothyOdzer
History
VishwaeshRajivChemistry
Jaclyn Marie GraceDobies
International Studies & French
I am proud of you and all that you have accomplished! You have made your own
path wonderfully! Congratulations!
Love,Mom
NicoleSavage
Public Policy & Global Health
Our baby, Nicole! Congratulations! We are so proud. Wishing you a life filled
with friendship, joy, and love.
Hugs and Kisses,Mom, Dad, and Taylor
CaleyBurrusNeuroscience
Caley,Congratulations on all that you have learned and accomplished over the last four years at Duke!
We love you,Mom and Dad
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You are now a Duke grad forever.
We are so proud of all your Duke
accomplishments.Love from Mom, Dad, Ali, Rosie,
and all of the family
TylerPease
Congratulations, Ty!!!Keshov SharmaKudos Beta! We are so proud to celebrateyour highly distinct achievements at Duke, amazing personal growth, determination, compassion, and diverse interests. Wish you a happy and successful future.
Love always from Ma, Dad, Nanaji and family and friends from both sides of the globe.
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We appreciate the joy you have brought our lives over the past 20 years. We’re very proud of you. Your graduation is a
tremendous accomplishment!
Then, your life story was mostly unwritten. Since, it has had one
constant: you have made us very proud. Congratulations!
Stephen James-Congratulations! You made it!
You are a wonderful son who brings us great joy and makes us proud.
We are so proud of you and love you so very much!! Congratulations!
It’s a beautiful thing, watching the daughter we’ve always loved
growing up and getting one stepcloser to her dreams.
Congratulations Charlie!We are so proud of you.
Continue to follow your dreams.
Maggie, CONGRATULATIONS! We are very proud of your accomplishments at
Duke! You are an amazing, Christian young lady!
May your future always be as joyous as Mud Day! Congratulations, dear Frank.
What a great run!
“To change the world start with one step...the first step is the hardest of all.
Once you get your gate, you’ll be walking tall.”
Hey, follow me!!From the start, you have played a
lead role in our lives...You’re the best. Congratulations!
Congratulations, Sean!We are extremely proud of you
and love you very much.
No one could ask for a more hard working and loving son. You have made us all really proud. Congratulations on
this great graduation achievement!
Love,Mom and Dad
Love,Mom, Dad, & family
Love, Mom, Dad, Andrew, Conor ,and your entire family!!!
Love,Mom, Dad, Cayley, Grandmas
Love,Mom & Dad
Love you!Mama and Papa
With deep love and pride,Mom and Dad
Love you!
All our Love,Mom and Dad
Love,Mom and Dad
DavidChui
Economics
ConnorGordon
Computer Science
StephenHafferkamp
Neuroscience
EmilyHatton
Brittney Balser
Political Science
CharlieCerami-Nucci
Public Policy
MaggieHammerle
Psychology
Francis “frank”Luby
Public Policy
WesKoorbusch
Electrical & Computer Engineering
CarinaSarda
English
SeanSimpson
Mechanical Engineering
AndreAganbi
Mechanical Engineering
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Mahkayla McKenzieCongratulations
Mahkayla and the Class of 2015! The earth shook the day that your class moved in and no doubt you all will
continue to shake our world! We love and are so proud of the amazing child you were and now the
wonderful and brilliant woman you are!
Love and adore you, Daddy, Mama, Jasmin, Kahlil and Jalen
Nick Becker Oenone ScottDarling Nonny, Congratulations on your graduation. You have done brilliantly and we are all very proud of you. You have had an extraordinary academic and cultural experience at Duke – now you can come home and take up knitting!
Love, Mum, Dad, Ed, Charlie, Cressie xxxxx
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You are an amazing daughter, sister, friend, and student. We love you and
wish you a fabulous future.
Keep those shades on Chris Hull, your future is bright! We are
always so proud of you!
The joy, love and pride that we have experienced with you in our lives are immeasurable. Keep following your
dreams and passions!
I am extremely proud of all my daughter’s academic and career achievements over
the years and wish her nothing but success in her future endeavors.
Congratulations Ritika! We’re so proud of you. Keep smiling and use your
knowledge to make this world an even better place.
Congratulations Ali!What a wonderful four years. We are so
happy for you and proud of you!
Wishing you magical moments as you embark upon your future beholding
many great, big, beautiful tomorrows.
You do it all with your bright smile, quick wit, and warmth, and make it look so easy! Congratulations to you
and all your friends!
Jill, Congratulations - - YOU DID IT!
We are all so proud of you.
Congratulations David! May you continue your life’s journey with the joy and wisdom
that you have always demonstrated.
Congratulations Jackie on your amazing Duke career! We are proud of you and all
that you have accomplished!
Love,Mom, Dad, Katie, Tom & Chunker
Love,Mom & Dad
Love,Mom, Dad, and Eisha
Love,Mom, Sam and the whole family
Love and Congratulations,Mom, Dad, and Colleen
All our love,Mom, Dad, Greg ‘11, Matt, and Maddie
Love from all of us.Go David! Go Duke!
Love,Mom, Dad, Kristin, Len and Lauren
RachelAlbright
Mechanical Engineering
ChristopherHull
Public Policy
MargaretPerry
Public Policy
LalitaMaraj
Computer Science
RitikaJain
Economics
AlexandraCox
Political Science
NorahKarlovichBiology & Spanish
JennyWard
Political Science
JillChatzinoff
English
DavidYassky
Public Policy Studies
JackiePfeiffer
Biology
Outstanding 4 years, looking forward to the future. You’re a special young woman
with a magnetic personality, never change. Congratulations Sunshine!
Love,Mom, Dad, Courtney
LaurenKerivan
Biology
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Miranda GormanCongratulations
Miranda!We are incredibly
proud of you and all your accomplishments.
We love youvery much,
Mom, Dad and Daphne
Congratulations Camille PeeplesPublic Policy and English – History Minor
Summa Cum Laude – Phi Beta Kappa - Duke in DC 2014 – Duke in Oxford 2012 Cameron Crazie!
We are so proud of all your accomplishments! Love, Mom and Dad
Congratulations Camille Peeples
CongratulationsKelly Suchman!CongratulationsKelly Suchman!
etre tout ce que vous pouvez etre, Kelly. All our love - always!
Mom, Dad, Danielle and Tucker
Vijay MenonCongratulations Vijay!
We are so proud of the successful and confident young man you have become. We know you will achieve anything you set your mind to, and cannot wait to see all the amazing things you will accomplish in future.
Love,Mom, Dad & Anju
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Congratulations Tess! Sharing your life has been one pleasure after another. We are proud of all your accomplishments.
CONGRATULATIONS! We’re so proud of YOU! Continue where there is no path
and leave a trail.
Paige, congratulations on your graduation. Wishing you every success and all the very best for your future.
Mia, we could not be more proud nor love you more! Congratulations!
Congratulations Kayla Joon. We are tremendously proud of you. Thank you
for continually exceeding our hopes, dreams and expectations.
Thank you for bringing joy and happiness to our family. We are incredibly proud
of your accomplishments and of the fine person you have become.
You’re a dynamo! We’re so proud of you! Keep using your heart, gifts and energies
to bless others.Colossians 1:9-12
We are so proud of you! Congratulations! We love you!
Congratulations Marcus! We are all counting on you. You’re the best
we’ve got!
We are so proud of your hard work and accomplishments both as a student and
an athlete. The best is yet to come!
We love you,Dad, Mom & Emma
Love,Mom, Dad, Charlotte, Addie & Harrison
Love,Mum & Dad, Chloe, Brooke & Courtney
We love you to the moon and back,Dnah, Padge, Bryan and Madeline
Love,Mom, Dad, Jonathan and Jacob
Love,Mom, Paris & Nana
With love,Mommy, Daddy, Jared and Zachary
Love,Your Biological/Legal Families
Love you!!!
TessHarper
Environmental Science and Policy
SpencerDahl
Electrical and Computer Engineering
PaigeMuggeridge
Economics with Finance
MiaHopper
Political Science
KaylaBakhshianCivil Engineering
CharlotteLawrence
Mechanical Engineering
SydneyBarfield
Psychology
LindseyKirschenbaum
Civil Engineering
MarcusAprahamian
CallieFrancis
International Comparative Studies
Rebecca, we’re proud of you & everything you’ve accomplished. Can’t
wait to see what your next adventure is.
Love,Mom, Dad, Sugee, Toby & Max
RebeccaKim
With knowledge and compassion, you continue to make a difference. Our pride
in you is only exceeded by our love for you!
Mommy and Daddy
Christine Costello
Cultural Anthropology
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BiauncaMorris
Biaunca we are so proud of the young lady you have become. You set your goals and you have worked hard in achieving them. Continue to achieve your
goals in life and remember with God all things are possible. Love, Mom and the Carter family
Jordan DyslinWe’re so proud of
you Jordan! You’ve accomplished so much already, and we’re
excited to find out what is waiting for you around the next bend. Don’t listen to
Pete; always seekthe treasure.
Love, Mom, Dad and NickRay Li
Ray, you are a ray of sunshine in our lives. We are very proud of you and all of your achievements! Dream big, work hard, be healthy, and enjoy every moment!
Love,Mom, Dad and Michelle
Way to go! Congrats Chronicle Business
and Creative Teams on your
Graduation
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Kate, we will love you bundles no matter what and always. Congratulations,
breathe deeply and live in the moment.
We are so proud of all your achievements. Today is no exception! Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss,
you’ll land in the stars.
Dear Natalie, you were an amazing child and have grown into an incredible adult!
We are so proud of you.
Darling Jamie, You took your roots and wings and have flown. The world awaits
- keep flying and making us proud.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!Love from all in the family.
Erin, Optime.You’ve journeyed East through West.
May the rest of your life’s experiences be as beloved and rewarding.
Congratulations Stephen! You have taken advantage of all that Duke has to
offer with unforgettable experiences and lifelong friendships. Embrace your future,
remember your past.
Ella, your entire family is so proud of you! Go out and make your dreams happen!
We are so proud of you and for you. Continue to dream big and reach for the
stars to change the world.
Alexis, your entire family is so proud of your achievements and are excited for
your future. We love you dearly!
We are so proud of you and your accomplishments. Continue to follow your
heart and your dreams will come true!
Love,Mom, Dad, & Grant
Love,Mama with towel
Love,Mom, Dad, and John
Love,Mom, Dad and Chris
Always...
Love,Mom/Family
Love,Mom, Dad, Leslie, Paul, Grandparents
Love,Mom, Dad, Scott & Hannah
KateBulgerEconomics
WillaTownsend
Economics & Neuroscience
NatalieGeislerPublic Policy
JamieBell
Theatre Studies
CherrandaSmithPsychology
ErinMcInerneyClassical Languages
StephenCameron
Economics
EllaBanka
English
ImmanuelKerr-Brown
Mechanical Engineering
AlexisPearce
Spanish & French
HilaryBowmanNeuroscience
Zoe, we will love you no matter what you do, or don’t do! Congratulations and
keep on skating!
ZoeBulgerPsychology
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Suny GillWe are so proud of you.
Congratulations on your graduation.Love, Mom, Dad, and Navu
We are very proud of you and your incredible accomplishments at Duke. Continue to follow your dreams as you enter the next chapter of your
life while living in NYC.Love, Mom and Dad
CONGRATULATIONS GABBY!
CONGRATULATIONS GABBY!
Gabby
Salva
Gabby
Salva
Rodolfo Baquerizo
Felicidades Rod!
Keep rocking it.
We are very very proud
of you.
Te amamos!
Evelyn McWilliams
Ainsley - We are so proud of you for staying the course and being true to your beliefs. We cannot wait for the next chapter of your life with your
remarkable talents. You go Woman - the world is yours!
Love, Mom and Dad
Ainsley - We are so proud of you for staying the course and being true to your beliefs. We cannot wait for the next chapter of your life with your
remarkable talents. You go Woman - the world is yours!
Love, Mom and Dad
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We are so happy that Duke has been everything you wanted and more, and
we are so proud of you!
Congratulations Will, we love you. “Go out and do for others what somebody did for
you.” - Randy Pausch at his “Last Lecture”
We are so proud of all you have accomplished. Your determination and your positive outlook will certainly get you far!
From refugee status to Duke indicates - with God’s help & perseverance all things
are possible. Keep Shining.
Congratulations my sweet Seli, you made us proud. You will always be my baby girl.
Congratulations, our dear son! As J.D. Salinger would say: “You’re a real prince.You’re a gentleman and a scholar, kid.”
No more toast in the CD player. You have grown up and graduated!
We are very proud of you.
Incredible past; how fast it went. Exciting future; can’t come fast enough.
Meanwhile, enjoy graduation!
Jen, you have achieved something that we have dreamed about since you were born. We are so proud of you and love
you so much!
Seems like only yesterday you were bursting with the anticipation of what lie
ahead at Duke! Congratulations Will! We are so proud!
Congratulations Erik! We are so proud of you and love you so much.
Dear Julia - We are SO proud of you - and all that you have accomplished in your
four years at Duke!
Love,Mom, Dad and Julie
We love you,Mom & Dad
Love,ALL
With love,Mom, Dad, and the boys
We love you!Mom & Dad
Love,Mom & Dad
Love,Mom, Dad, Grant, Natalie, Bells,
and the family dog
Love,Mom, Dad and Alana
Love,Mom, Dad & Alison and Boogie & Oakley too
We love you - xoxoMommy, Daddy and Emily
SamuelButensky
Biomedical Engineering
WillBryant
Political Science
JordynSilverstein
Biology
LisaChinyere Wanda
Biology, Global Health & Chemistry
SeliatDairo
International Studies
AriAdler
Computer Science
CayleyLarimer
Psychology
AliPreston
Psychology
JenniferMorenoPublic Policy
WilliamBroughton
Economics
ErikCooneyPublic Policy
JuliaLevy
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Congratulations, Sam. God has truly blessed us. Continue to share your talents
with the world!
Congratulations Justin!! We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished at Duke and
look forward to your next chapter!
From an All American Girl to an amazing innovator, creator and inspiration to all-
We love you to the moon and back.
Congratulations Alexis,We are proud of all you have
accomplished. God has a wonderful plan for your life, continue to follow Him.
It has been a thrill watching you develop from a child with boundless energy to an enthusiastic and passionate adult.
Continue to folow your dreams.
Congratulations Anastasia!We are very proud of you and wish you every success in all
of your future endeavors.
Congratulations, Elisa! We are so proud of you today and always.
You are wonderful!
Congratulations, Lucie. What you have accomplished at Duke is amazing.
We are very proud of you.
Poota, I am so proud of all that you have accomplished. Keep reaching for the
stars, the sky’s the limit.
Dearest Kelsey,We are so proud of the incredible person that you are and of all your
accomplishments!
Wow, time has wings and Duke has been awesome for you! Looking forward to where God leads you next! Love you!
Congratulations to the passionate, determined, dedicated young woman who soared on the track and in the
classroom. May your big heart, positive energy and sunny nature continue to warm all lucky enough to know you.
Love you big,Mom, Dad, Max, Lou, Eli
Love,Mom, Dad, Brad and Brennan
Love,Mom, Dad, Max, and Emma
Love,Your Family
Love,Mama and Baba
With our love,Dad and Mom, Christina,
Andrew, Catherine, and Isabel
Love you very much,Mom, Dad, Jack, Winnie
Love always,Mom
All of our love,Mom and Dad
Love,The Parental Unit
Love, Mummy, Daddy, Jocelyn & Finn
SamHofacker
Biology
JustinErickson
Mechanical Engineering
LaurenSilverstein
Mechanical Engineering
AlexisRoperEconomics
RebeccaMilian
Neuroscience
AnastasiaLambrou
Global Health, International Law and Infectious Disease
ElisaOliverPublic Policy
LucieYang
Economics
JonathanJonesSociology
KelseyWarner
History
MaryannVerghese
Psychology
Lauren HanssonPolitical Science
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Congratulations Rebecca! We are so proud of you every single day! Can’t wait to see where life will take you.
At birth, you made our hearts beat faster, with more love, and great pride!
Congratulations on another milestone in your life, your incredible achievements, and the canvas that lay ahead of you to
create for your future. Continue to follow your passion and your heart!
Dear Ray,Congratulations!
We are so proud of you!
Congratulations Michael!Thanks so much for being a great role model, and paving the way through
HKIS, SAS, and now Duke.
CONGRATULATIONS!‘MAKOROKOTO’!YOU ARE A STAR.GOD BLESS YOU.
Congratulations Connor!We are so proud of you.
Dear Peter,We are so proud of you and your
accomplishments at Duke! God has great plans for you and will light your path.
Our hope is that you strive for excellence in whatever you do. We will be praying
for you as always.
Miranda, you are our sunshine.You always did it your way.
We are so proud, now the world awaits!
Love,Mom, Dad, and Ryan
We Love You, Jamie, Tori, Ali, Dad, Abigail, Julia, ZZ, Dawn, and Mom
Love,Dad, Mom, Athena and Grace
Love,Stuart, Duke 2019
CHOICE, KUDZANAI, KUDZANAI JR & FAITH
Love,Mom, Dad, Jen, and Heather
Love, Mom and Dad
Love,Mom & Dad, Scott, Jen, and Baby Ian
RebeccaCray
Environmental Anthropology &Global Health
Lauren Rose HenschelVisual Media Studies
Ray AlanLee
MichaelBaker
Mathematics
GiftNyikayaramba
ConnorKozinEconomics
PeterYom
MirandaGoodwin-Raab
Political Science
Proud family
Your joyful being is captured in this photo – dancing with complete abandon, vigorous, magical spirit of life incarnate.
Keep dancing beloved daughter!
Marina Rinzler
Psychology
Leenabeena, we’re lucky you’re our daughter/sis. Always, you’ve made us
proud. Wish you the same groundedness, lightheartedness and excellence
you’ve always lived.
CONGRATULATIONS MATTHEW!We are very proud of your
achievements at Duke. We wish you health, happiness and success!
We love you habibtna,Daddy, Mommy, Lamees, Ahmed Love, Mom, Dad, Ann T’13, David, Thomas
LeenaEl-Sadek
MatthewMallick
Congratulations Alex! So proud of you, your accomplishments and the amazing man you have become. We Love you!
Mom, Dad, Jacob & Chelsea
Alex Schnapp
Middle Eastern Studies & Arabic
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