Articles by Lauryn Polo
Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month: Emily Wright ’28 is finding where she belongs through community
April 7, 2026
Drawn to a community-focused approach to preparing students for careers in medicine, the biochemistry major has found mentorship, research opportunities and a strong sense of belonging at ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ.
Black History Month: Autumn Parish ’28 is creating a home away from home
February 23, 2026
From her first-year residential experience to her current leadership in campus organizations, Autumn Parish ’28 has built a life at ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ rooted in mentorship, service and a commitment to helping others thrive.
Native American Heritage Month: Aubee Billie ’26 finds her voice on stage and on campus
November 25, 2025
Aubee Billie’s journey spans an off Broadway debut, campus leadership in the Native American Student Association (NASA) and a deep commitment to celebrating and uplifting Indigenous identity.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Lilliana Molina ’27 extends her hand for mentorship
September 30, 2025
From investigating illegal shark fishing in Costa Rica to mentoring scholars in the Odyssey Program and celebrating Hispanic heritage, Lilliana Molina ’27 is making her ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ journey one of impact and connection.
ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ celebrates Class of 2025 Lumen Scholars
June 13, 2025
The Lumen Prize is the university’s premier undergraduate research award that comes with a $20,000 scholarship to support and celebrate their academic achievements and research proposals.
Adventures in Leadership: Jon Dooley joins #ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ28 out on the trail
July 29, 2024
Adventures in Leadership sessions focus on the successful transition of incoming first-year students through community building, finding resources and having conversations about college life at ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ.
Resources and recommendations for celebrating Pride Month
June 7, 2024
June is Pride Month, and the Gender & LGBTQIA Center at ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ offers some resources and guidance for how to celebrate.
Getting comfortable with the uncomfortable
August 9, 2022
Adventures in Leadership sessions focus on the successful transition of incoming first-year students through community building, finding resources and having conversations about college life and ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ.