My Baby's Graduating! Duke Class of 2023

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FRIDAY, MAY 12, 2023

My Baby’s Graduating!

Duke University Class of 2023

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Meade Schraff

Emmanuelle Pirard

Public Policy Meade, We’ve loved watching you flourish at Duke—academics, The Chronicle, and friendships—and eagerly anticipate your next adventures. We love you!!

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Mason Berger

Leah Boyd

Economics

Visual and Media Studies

Biomedical Engineering

Manu!

So proud of you… how you say yes to every adventure, put your heart into everything you do, and brighten each life you touch.

Mason, We are as always so very proud of you.

May your kind heart, generous spirit and curious mind lead you to your next adventure.

Dear Leah: All those early mornings, long nights and drive to excel have lead you here.

Looking forward to your next journey.

Love, Mom & Dad

Mom & Dad

Grant Lyerly

Alexander Jackson

Nadia Bey

Public Policy & Computer Science

Statistical Science

Biology & Global Health

Dear Grant!

Congratulations!! We are so proud of you —you inspire us all!! We love you!

Congratulations, Alex!!

We are so very proud of you and all you have accomplished.

Mom, Dad, Paula, Charlie, Will & Grace

We love you so much — Mom, Dad & Katie!

Congratulations, Nadia. We believed you could and you did. We are proud of your achievements! Take pride in your accomplishments, have faith and purpose in your future endeavors. You are truly blessed and highly favored. We love you ♥️

Parker Harris

Political Science Parker, We love you and are so proud of you.

Congratulations on this momentous achievement! Best of luck in law school!

Mom & Dad

Luis Ignacio Pereda Amaya

Electrical and Computer Engineering & Computer Science Dear Luis, We are very proud of your accomplishments and dedication. We wish you the best as you start your professional career. Love you! ♥️

Riley Hicks

Preetha Ramachandran

Cultural Anthropology & Neuroscience Congratulations, Preetha! We are so proud of your Duke journey and the independent, compassionate and amazing young woman you have become. Wish you a bright, healthy and happy future!

Mom, Dad & Mahi

Nicole Park

Public Policy

Visual and Media Arts

Congratulations to our incredible Riley who is destined for great things!

We could not be more proud of you and all your accomplishments!!

Nicole, So very proud of you, our beautiful Dukie, Keep following your passions. Can’t wait to see the next chapter in your life unfold.

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Rebecca Schneid

Isabella Bann

Rebecca, we are so incredibly proud of your accomplishments. We are inspired by your appetite for education and experience as well as your compassion, love and dedication to your friends and family. We love you and await your next chapters with great anticipation.

Bellinha, We love you and are so proud of you!

We are with you every step of the way!

May the Lord bless and keep you as you do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly before God. Success is yours!

Love you so much.

—TheBannClan

Neha Karna

Jake Piazza

From that day on the range with your acceptance letter to your graduation, you’ve owned the journey. It’s time to celebrate you.

We wish that your life becomes all you want it to be, your dreams remain big and your worries small. Congratulations, Neha!

Congratulations, Jake!

Your adventurous spirit guided you to move across the country to attend Duke where your passion for sports and love of writing led you to The Chronicle and pursuing a career in journalism. DON’T STOP BELIEVIN’. #GADorm, #BannerElk, #E(K)ON, #Tenting, #Supergremlins, #Karaoke, #DukeAlum

Ava Ganeshan

Mechanical Engineering & Mathematics Make a difference!

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Charles Shaffer

Biology & Global Health

Angela Wu

Political Science

Economics

Dear Priya, We are so proud of all your accomplishments! Wish you all the best in Medical School!

Dear Angela, you amaze us daily with how smart, caring, and wonderful you’ve grown to be. We cannot wait to see the places you’ll go to!

We believe in you and love you always.

Congratulations, Charles!

We couldn’t be prouder and are thrilled to have you closer to home next year.

Gloria Odenyo

Tyler Keller

Priyanka Meesa

All our love, Mom & Dad

Love, Mom, Dad, Akash & grandparents!

Nia Williams

Visual & Media Studies Mommy is so proud of your achievements you have grown into a beautiful, wonderful young lady. The family is so proud of you.

Congratulations!!

William Reynolds

Interdepartmental Major: Computer and Environmental Science He used to be so cute...

Proud of you.

Civil Engineering

Economics

Congratulations, Gloria, on your achievement. You have made us proud.

We pray that the Lord direct you in all your future endeavors. Way to go.

Dear Tyler, We are so incredibly proud of you and all of your accomplishments!

We love you so much, Mom, Dad & Justin

Mum & Dad

David Johnston

Rianna Huertas

William Frauen

History

Public Policy

Economics & Computer Science

David, We are so proud of your hard work and accomplishments at Duke.

Congratulations Class of 2023!

¡Felicidades, Rianna!

Keep breaking boundaries and reaching for the stars because this is only the beginning of your amazing journey!

Congratulations, William!

We are so proud of you and all you’ve achieved. Here’s to your next exciting adventure!

Love, Mom, Dad, Ben & Lauren

Para Siempre, Mamá y Papá

Love, Mom, Dad, Sarah & Courtney

Remy Cross

Electrical and Computer Engineering & Computer Science Congratulations on your graduation, Remy!

We are all so very proud of you, now and forever.

Love, Mom, Dad & Zoe

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Olivia Osle

Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science Olivia, We are so very proud of all you have achieved! Congratulations and have fun!!

Konstantinos Bailas

Computer Science We are so proud of you, Colin!

We always knew you were destined for great things & can’t wait to see the next chapter unfold!

Maria Cristina Baroudi

Mechanical Engineering

Computer Science

Bravo, Kotso!

We are incredibly proud of you and your achievements. This is the beginning of many more successes! Polla filia.

Congratulations on your marvelous achievement, you have made us proud!

Wishing you the best in your next journey.

Alan, Congratulations!

What an impressive achievement.

We are very proud of you, and best wishes for your future adventures!

Love you, Amid, Patricia & Sofia

With love, Mom, Dad & David

Gabrielle Butler

Evolutionary Anthropology and Gender, Sexuality & Feminist Studies Gabrielle, you’re a source of joy and inspiration who has always exceeded our highest hopes, expectations, and budgets.

We are very proud of you!

Matt Dzialga

Caragh Heverly

Economics

Environmental Science

Congratulations, Matt!

We are so proud of you and all you have accomplished!

Keep staying true to yourself!

We are so proud of you and know that you’re going to change the world in amazing ways! We love you!

Love, Mom & Dad

Lelia Jennings

Alan Bi

Computer Science & Mathematics

Love, Mom, Dad & Joseph

Colin Boccaccio

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Dominic Jeong

Jasmine King

Mechanical Engineering

Mathematics & Computer Science

Biomedical Engineering

Our sweet girl, your hard work, determination and perseverance has again paid off. We wish you the best in your future adventures. We love you!

Dominic, You have accomplished so much during your education. Thank you for being the best son, sibling we could ever ask for.

Congratulations, Jasmine!

We are so proud of you.

You have a bright future and will change the world.

We love you.

—Mom & Dad

Mom, Dad & Jackson

Justin Lorenz

Electrical and Computer Engineering & Computer Science Justin— All of those late nights studying and tenting have paid off! :) Duke forever!

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BLAINE LUEBBERING Congratulations Blaine!

We are so proud of you!

Love, Mom, Dad, Hannah, Cubs, Blu, and Freddie

We love you Alex!!

We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see what you do next.

MATTHEW CASTRO

Andrew Danowitz

Economics / Computer Science

Your heart, brains, maturity and sense of humor continue to impress us. We are so proud of all your accomplishments but especially of the man you have become. There are so many exciting roads before you!

We look forward to the journeys.

Your heart, brains, maturity and sense of humor continue to impress us. We are so proud of all your accomplishments but especially of the man you have become. There are so many exciting roads before you!

We look forward to the journeys.

Congratulations Andrew—We are so proud of you! The best is yet to come!

Love, Mom, Dad, Anna, Sarah, and Bobo

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Vi Do Bao Ngoc

Kaitlyn Luo

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Faraan Rahim

Hannah Shuffer

Economics

Computer Science

Chemistry

To our beautiful, smart and kind daughter, congratulations!

You always make us proud!

Congratulations, Annie, we are so proud of you.

Well done, Faraan, you crushed it!

So proud of you, keep flying high!

Mom, Dad & Kris

John Smalley

Love you so much.

Mom, Dad & Jinny

Anthropology Hannah,

It’s...a...Hannahgin Proverbs 3:5,6

Love, Nathan

Mom, Dad, Safaan & Eshaal

Mechanical Engineering

Tejas Srinivasan

Computer Science

Cici Sullenger

Akshaj Turebylu

We are so proud of you!

Congrats on your achievements!

You will do great things in this world.

Congratulations on your graduation.

We are so proud of you Tejas. Wishing you the best in your future endeavors.

So proud of you Cici.

You have learned so much.

Cannot wait to see all the animals you will help.

Dear Akshaj, We are very proud of you.

Wishing you the best and may all your dreams come true, my dear story teller.

Love, Mom, Dad, Hannah, Paco & Winnie

Alexis Williamson Political Science

Congratulations, my beloved daughter.

Your hard work and determination have paid off. Remember to always pursue your dreams and stay true to yourself. Love you.

Love, Mom & Dad

Biology

Love, Mom, Dad & Brother

Aria Beasley

Evolutionary Anthropology & Environmental Science Congratulations Ariana!

We love you!

Mom, Dad & Sage

English

Love you, Mom & Dad

Charlotte Jones

Marcus Liaw

Neuroscience

Computer Science & Statistics

So very proud of you Charlotte!

Congratulations Marcus!

We couldn’t be more proud of you.

You have a wonderful future ahead so be brave and be adventurous!

Love, Mom & Dad

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Samantha Lowe

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Biology

Jack Miller

Statistical Science

Georgia O’Gara-Drummy

Richard Qi

Samantha, A Blue Devil at birth.

A Blue Devil by choice.

A Blue Devil forever. Congratulations!

We’re so proud of you!

Congratulations, Jack!

We couldn’t be prouder of you as we celebrate your Duke graduation.

Comhghairdeas, Georgia O’Gara-Drummy, on your graduation. Flying the Irish flag as tennis athlete and in economics.

The world is your oyster.

Congratulations Richard, we are so proud of you!

Your kindness, brilliance and dedication will lead you on an amazing journey!

Love, Mom & Dad

Matthew Traum

Love, Mom, Dad, Jordan & Pete

Suraj Upadhya

Dylan Green

Dear Naomi!

You are our BRIGHT STAR. We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished at Duke and love the friends you’ve made.

Love, Mom, Dad & Ben

Always be a Devil!

Becca Kuperschmid

Lauren Evelyn May

Elizabeth Hepburn

We are so proud of you!

You dreamed of Duke and now you are graduating. May all your dreams come true.

Lauren, You make me proud every day.

Always have, always will. Congratulations on another remarkable achievement! I salute you Second Lieutenant May! Love, Mom

Lizzo Ryan Hepburn the Brave!!

We are so proud of you!

Congratulations!!

“Believe that the loose ball that you are chasing has your name written on it.”

—Coach K

Congratulations, Suraj, live the life you imagined!

You have given us so many reasons to be proud of the man you have become.

We love you!

Mom, Dad & Jason

Love, Sinchana, Mom & Dad

Simi— We are beyond proud of you and thrilled for your amazing Duke experience and wonderful friendships.

Always keep doing you!

Xo, Mom, Dad, Rani

Naomi Carolina Rubin

Love, Mom, Dad & Eric

Public Policy

Biomedical Engineering

Mathematics

Mum, Dad, Alexandra, Nicola

Economics

Statistical Science & Computer Science

Computer Science

Simi Bleznak

Economics

Public Policy

Love, Mom & Dad

Computer Science

Economics

Much love, Mom & Dad

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Carson Calahan We’re so incredibly proud of you, Carson!

Grace Jennings

Love, Mom, Dad, and Claire

Congratulations, Gracie Girl! You’ve left no stone unturned!

We’re wildly proud of all you’ve accomplished and the friendships you’ve made.

You are a force, and we can’t wait to see this next chapter unfold.

All our love, Mom, Dad, Pat, Dylan & Brian (&Tucker)

Benjamin Chipman Congratulations Ben We know wherever life takes you, you will have great success!

We hope you stay Wantonly Optimistic forever! We are so proud of you.

All our love, Mom, Dad, Catie, Jake and Matt

Gabriel Grullon

Neuroscience Congratulations, Gabriel!

We are very proud of you and all that you have accomplished. Wishing you much happiness and success.

Love, Mom, Dad & Sophia

Andrea Centeno

Biology

Philosophy & Political Science

Congratulations Cole!!

We are so proud of you and your accomplishments. Here’s to your bright future!!

Jason, We are so proud of you and the man you have become! Go spread your wings! #foreverDuke

We are so proud of you and your achievements! Can’t wait for a new chapter in your life.

Chemistry

We love you— Mom, Dad, Nicholas & Heather

Arman Bijan Shekarriz

We are so proud of you!

Always unique, always standing out, always pursuing your goals.

Keep reaching for your stars, and enjoying the way.

We are bursting with pride and love you so much.

Mom, Dad, Molly & Daisy

Justin Zhang

Jason McBane

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Interdepartmental Major Statistics & Biology

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Cole Darrow

Economics & Political Science

Anna Zolotor

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We love you, Mom & Dad

Elizabeth Shaffer

Love, Ashley, Mom & Dad

Thomas Livesay

Psychology

Mechanical Engineering

Arman Jan— Raising you has been our greatest honor.

God bless and prosper you according to his grace and eternal Word.

Thanks to Duke for helping our family— Elizabeth T’23!

We are all proud of you!

Congratulations, Tommy!

May your future be filled with endless happy moments & exciting adventures.

Remember to always enjoy the journey.

Love always— Mommy & Papa!!

With love, Your family (T’s 54,80,83,85,90,15)

Love, Mom, Dad & Billy

Alexander Williams

Jules Feingold

Langley Barnes

Economics

Political Science

Neuroscience

Congratulations Alex!

We could not be more proud of you!

Wishing you much success and happiness on your next adventure!

You were always our little devil— and now you will forever be our Blue Devil—Beyond Proud.

Langley, We are so proud of your commitment to excellence and unwavering Duke spirit.

We love you!!!

Love, Mom, Dad & Max

Love You Always— Mom, Dad, Harper, Marshall

Mom, Dad, Aimée, Trey (& Nola)

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Maya Provencal

Zachary Knott

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Richard Sheng

Abhinav Jain

Psychology

Computer Science

Biology & Economics

Congratulations, Maya!

It’s been phenomenal watching you grow into such a resilient, successful, and driven woman. Abundant success hereafter!

Congratulations on this amazing achievement. We are so proud of you Zach.

Keep reaching for the stars!

Abhinav, you make us proud!

Perseverance and dedication have brought you here. Stay true to your values, you will continue to shine. We Love You!

Much love, Dad, Mom & Casia

Love, Mom, Dad & CiCi

Love, Mom & Dad

Yuzhuo Tan

Political Science & Computer Science 愿未来的日子里，带着在Duke的收获， 不断创造自己的美好人生！

Changhe Chen

Economics & Art History Congratulations!

Raise your sail, navigate the waves, and let our blessings fly on the mast.

May your journey be filled with boundless success and prosperity!

Jackson Muraika

Biomedical Engineering & Mechanical Engineering Congratulations Richard!

We are so proud of you. Your dedication, work ethic, compassion and generosity will take you far. Much love from all of us.

Jason Talpalar

Economics

Computer Science

Congratulations, Jack!

You’ve spent your years at Duke achieving so much and meeting wonderful people! It’s been a joy to watch!

Love you beyond words!

CONGRATULATIONS to you and the Class of 2023!

The future is yours!

Forever Duke!

Love, Mom, Dad, Jax, Al, Lilli, Adam, Les & David xoxoxo

Dan King

Public Policy & French Congratulations, Daniel!

We are incredibly proud of you and your accomplishments.

Forever a Blue Devil!

Love, Mom, Dad, Alexandra & Isabelle

Eloise Sinwell

Electrical Engineering & Computer Science So proud of you, Weezy!

Shoot for the stars ;) Love, The Dopeass Chat

William Hess

Alexandra Brice

Just keep being as fabulous as you have been since birth!

Words can’t express how happy we are for you and proud to be your family.

Mechanical Engineering

Love, Mom, Dad, Oliver, Aden & all four Pomeranians, especially Merlin!

Psychology

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Katie Tsai

Ali, we’re so proud of you and all your accomplishments. As this next chapter begins, always believe in yourself and follow your heart. There’s no doubt you are going to help change the world!!

Love you to the moon and back!!

XO, Mom and Dad

Congratulations, Katie!

We are incredibly proud of how hard you worked at Duke! We have enjoyed watching you grow as a scholar, choreographer, and dancer! We wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors.

With love always, Daddy, Mummy, and Emily

Bryan Rego

Bryan, Four years ago nobody imagined how unique and challenging your college experience would be. All of us have watched in amazement as, despite unprecedented obstacles, you didn’t just persevere, you excelled! You’re a thoughtful and caring young man, and deserve all you’ve accomplished and all the great things yet to come.

Love, Mom, Dad, Emily, Grandma Rachel, Uncle Philip

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Jiqing Fan

Henry Barklam

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Jason Granato

Talia Roth

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Computer Science & Mathematics

Psychology

Mechanical Engineering

Dear Jiqing, Brighten your life with your wisdom and kindness! We are always so proud of you, Our blessing will be always with you.

What an amazing, inspiring 4 years!

We are so very proud of all you’ve achieved. Many congratulations on your Graduation!

We know this is just the beginning of a life for you filled with wonderful opportunities. Powerful proud of you T!!

When you were young, you defined success as happiness!

Keep using that as your benchmark, and keep smiling!

Mom & Dad

Kyrsten Pringle

Geshna Aggarwal

Love, Mom & Dad

Love, Mom & Dad

Your Global family x

Sydney Milo

Shravan Kalahasthy

Public Policy

Computer Science

Biomedical Engineering

Statistics & Computer science

Love you! So proud!

We will always be here with you as you move on to the next chapter and continue to live your dream!

Congratulations, Geshna!

Incredibly proud of you. Enjoyed watching you grow as scholar, artist and wonderful woman you’ve become. Good-luck for your future venture! Love you!

Congratulations, Sydney!

We are enormously proud of you! Your resilience, charisma, intelligence, and kindness are inspiring.

We love you SO much!

Congratulations, Shravan, we are so proud of you.

This milestone is just a steppingstone for more success to come.

Mom, Dad & Max

Tommy Monaghan

Esmé Govan

Economics

Economics

Congratulations, Tommy!

You are the absolute best, and we are so proud of you. Go get ‘em!

Bravo!

Love, Mom & Dads

Love, Mom, Dad, Mahi, Tommy

Nasya Bernard-Lucien

Sam Mickenberg

To my beautiful daughter Nasya, Congratulations on your graduation.

Wishing you all the success and happiness the world has to offer.

Love you, God bless!

We love you Sam, you amaze us every day!

Grateful for the lifetime friends and memories made at Duke over the last four years!

Neuroscience

Psychology

Dinachi Okonkwo

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Thomas Ross

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Devan Wainright

Emily Weil

Biology

Political Science & History

Biology & Public Policy

Biology

Congratulations, Dinachi!

May God bless you as you continue on your academic journey!

We love you!!

Congratulations, Thomas!

We are so proud of your hard work and accomplishments at Duke and the young man you’ve become!

You have been remarkable from day one and only continued to excel at life.

We are so proud of you!

Congratulations on your achievements at Duke. We can’t wait to see what your future holds.

Love, Mom & Dad

Mohini Johri

Tristin Morse

Economics & Global Health

Computer Science

The wonder of your mind, your fierce determination and the fire that kindles your spirit make “impossible” easy for you. You make us proud!

Congratulations!

You might be Mr. Tristin Morse, Duke graduate, but you will always be our “Trick Little.” Keep striving to be your best! We all love you.

Love, Mom & Dad

From your proud parents & Logan with love

Alexis Diaz-Silveira

Ryan Thompson

Lexi, We are so proud of you, so amazed by you and so excited for you. We love you!

You’ve made it to the finish line and it’s time to take a breath before you start a new race. Congratulations!

We are so proud!

Political Science

Public Policy

Mom & Dad

Sara Scanlan

Michael Wood

Sean Keating

Piper Boykin

Public Policy

Mechanical Engineering

Political Science

English & Neuroscience

Congratulations, Sara!

We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished at Duke and know your future is really bright!

Congratulations, Michael!

We are all so proud of you!

We can’t wait to see all the amazing things you will do!

Congratulations, Sean!!

We love you!

Congratulations, sweet girl!

So immensely proud of all you have accomplished, thankful for adventures taken, knowledge gained, and friendships made at Duke. We ♥ you!!

Love, Mom, Dad, Jack & Luke

The Whole Family

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Jordan Dowd Laster

Way to go, Julia!

You bring us endless smiles, and we are so proud to call you our daughter! On this very special day, and always, know that our love for you is limitless.

Love, Mom and Dad

You have always been able to demonstrate what excellence looks like—across academics, sports, music and public speaking. You set the bar high for the next generation. We are so Proud and Blessed as a family to witness your greatness.

Dowd, Laster, Burton Families & Friends

Divya Reddy

Congratulations to our beautiful and talented Divya! We are so proud of all you have achieved and are looking forward to the next chapter in your life.

Lots of Love: Mom, Dad, Shreya, Ammamma, Nanamma, Thathayya, Krishna Mammaya, Caitlin Aunty, Rohan, Jyothi Attama, Ashok Mammaya, & Sravanthi

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Ligia Landow

Morgan Robertson

Economics

Ligia, we are so proud of your accomplishments! Always keep your adventurous spirit!

Katie Zhou

Lucas Alves

Public Policy

Computer Science

Economics

Behind you are memories, ahead are dreams, around are all who love you, within you all you need. God bless.

Congratulations, Katie!

A bundle of joy, you’ve come so far, may you continue your extraordinary journey and reach your star.

Way to go, Lucas!

Congratulations on this important milestone, we are so proud and happy for you.

Love, Mom, Dad & Brenda

Jenny Li

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Lydia Sellers

Proud Mom & Dad

Zachary Lewitton

Mom, Dad, Eric, Anna, Dani & Ed

Eli Gertler

Biology

Environmental Science & Policy

Computer Science

Mechanical Engineering

Wishing you all the best as you carve your own path through life! May your future be bright and full of opportunities!

Congratulations!!!

Live Big, Lydia!

So proud of you.

Congratulations, Zachary.

We are very proud of you.

Eli, We are SO proud of you!

Congrats on a great undergrad experience, despite a pandemic!

Love you— Mom & Dad

John Antonelli

Love, Mom

Colin Mitchell Bernstein

We love you.

Mom & Dad, Tyler, & Hayden

Ben Smith

Love, Mom, Dad, Aaron & Sarah

Jason Post

Computer Science

Electrical and Computer Engineering

History & Economics

Economics

Congratulations, John!

Your passion for work and for life is contagious! You learned to live fearlessly at Duke! So proud! Love you!

We love you so much, Colin.

You are a remarkable young man with such a big heart and bright future.

Congratulations!

Congratulations, Ben! We are so proud of you.

We hope you have as much fun in “real life” as you had at Duke!

Mom #DukeForever #RealSportsApp

Love, Mom & Dad

Love, Mom, Dad & Harry

Love, Mom, Dad & Greta

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Samuel Pereles

Bryan Gonzalez

Biomedical Engineering & Electrical and Computer Engineering

Electric and Computer Engineering & Biomedical Engineering

Happy Graduation Day Birthday!

Congratulations on your graduation from Duke! We are so very proud of you, Sam! We love you very much!

Congratulations, Bryan We love you and we are proud and happy to be with you all this journey you are a beloved son of God

Joe Diaz

Engineering Congratulations on your achievement!

We are very proud of you.

Keep up your excitement with life.

Kristen Murphy Biology

We are so proud of you always, Kiki!

Can’t wait to have you closer to home as you continue to amaze us.

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M. Olivia Santos

Evolutionary Anthropology

Economics & Statistical Science

Congratulations!

“There is always light... be brave enough to see it and ... be brave enough to be it.”

(Amanda Gorman) Love, Mum, Dad, Andreas

Congratulations, Ayaan!

You have made our entire family so proud with all your achievements. Wish you all the success in your next chapter.

Morgan McCloud

Biomedical Engineering & Electrical Engineering We are so unbelievably proud of you.

You are brilliant, resilient, hard-working, and most of all—kind.

We love you to the moon.

Mom & Dad

Meghan Merenich

Ayaan Patel

Love, Mom, Dad, Yash, Anika & Grandparents

Jack Smith

Mechanical Engineering We are so proud of you!

Stay true to yourself and you will achieve the dream!

Love, Mom, Dad & Olivia

Neuroscience

Sandy Song

Biology & Evolutionary Anthropology

Brandon Scarberry

Andrew LoPolito

Dear Meghan, We are so very proud of all you have done at Duke! Congrats!

Congratulations Sandy!

We are so proud of you!

Cannot wait your next adventures.

Love the excitement you bring to us.

Congratulations, Brandon!

We are all so incredibly proud of you and all your accomplishments.

Congratulations, Boo! We love you SO much and we are very proud of you.

Love, Mom, Dad, Mary Kate & Erin (& Evie) L

Love, Mom, Dad & Max

English

Love, Mom, Robert, Meaghan, Nicholas & Sarah

Biology

Love, Mom, Dad, Matt & Surge

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Congratulations—

Dearest Hannah,

We always knew our little angel was going places!

Congratulations!

We are all so proud of you! We love you very much!

With love and pride, Mom, Dad, Caroline and Pappa

Love, Mom and Dad, the Go Family and the Abrams Family

Blake Ellis Underwood

You have demonstrated tenacity, wisdom, brilliance, curiosity and internal fortitude your entire life. You dreamt of attending Duke and now your persistence, focus and hard work has paid off! Your future is blazing bright and we, all of us, are so incredibly proud of you. Congratulations on this unforgettable accomplishment; graduating from Duke University!

Love, Your Family!

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Sam Dincin

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Francesca Ramos

Alexander Leo-Guerra

Madison Griffin

Psychology

Biology

Congratulations, Sam! You’re an amazing son, brother, and friend.

Your character, leadership, intellect, thoughtfulness, kindness, and dedication continue to amaze me.

Love, Mom, Dad, and Sarah

Congratulations, Francesca!

We are so proud of you!

Good luck on your future endeavors!

So proud of you!

“Whether you color the world or light it up blue, you are making a difference.

So, keep being you.” ~Seuss

Madison, You grew up on me. I have enjoyed every minute of being your mom.

Congratulations on your success Madi Boo!

Caroline Howley

Alex Burgin

Joseph Robinson

Jane Zebrack

Economics & Philosophy

Economics

Biology

Math

So proud of you, Boots!

Your future is bright and sunny, just like you!

Love you to the moon & back, Mom & Dad

Congratulations to you, Alex!

We are beaming with pride at your tremendous accomplishments here at Duke and look forward to seeing you bloom in Atlanta!

#nevergivenalwaysearnedgritperseverancebeauty

Alyssa Jurewicz

Psychology & Visual Media Studies Missa Lyssa, Congratulations!

We’re so proud of you and amazed at all of your achievements while at Duke.

Go Lok Boy! Love, Your Family

Joshua Rabinowitz

Electrical and Computer Engineering & Physics We are so proud of you!

We can’t wait to see the amazing things you are going to do!

Love, Mom, Pops & Rachel

Public Policy

Neuroscience

Dear Joseph, Can’t wait to celebrate with you.

We’re so proud of our “son”shine!

Congratulations!

Congratulations, Jane!

We are so proud of you!

Love, Mom, Dad, Sam, Emily & all the family

Love, Mom, Dad, Josh, Jazzyn & Jasper

Elizabeth Wise

Kai Jennings

Psychology

Computer Science

Congratulations, Elizabeth!

We are so proud of you and can’t wait for your next adventure. DDMF always.

Kai, Congratulations on your well deserved success! We are so excited and happy for you as we celebrate all that you have accomplished! Aloha’Oe!

Love you!

Mom, Dad, Allison, Callie & Barney

Naman Parikh

Computer Science Graduation in Three Years is a spectacular success. The second Phase of Life will be equally cool and TMKOC-level fun. Make this world a better place for everyone.

Alec Morlote

Music

We love you, Francesca!

Congratulations!

We are very proud of you!

Anabella Buckvar

Anna Davis

Audrey Costley

Chemistry

Public Policy & French

Alec: We are so proud of you and what you’ve accomplished.

We love you & God bless you.

We are proud of all you have accomplished, and of the kind, generous, courageous woman you have become.

Great job, Audrey!

We are so proud of you!

You are amazing, talented, and kind.

Mom & Dad

Evan Finley

International Comparative Studies & Chinese Evan, we’re so proud of you— Robertson scholar, critical thinker, leader, kind friend, fun adventurer and mensch!

Your future is bright!

Love, Mom, Dad & Marina

Ruthie Jones

Computer Science

Psychology

Congratulations to our polymath!

“Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness.”

Congratulations, Ruthie!

Love, Mom, Dad, Paul & your grandparents, including those here in spirit.

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Biology

With loads of love and blessings from Mom, Pops, Dhamuba & Kusumba

Francesca Herrera

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Mom, Dad, Zack & Elizabeth

We love you!

Mom, Dad, Eleanor, Sofie & Phineas

Chloe Schaefgen

Taylor Emerson

Congratulations, Chloe.

We couldn’t be prouder of you!

Go forth and set the world on fire.

Forever Duke!

Taylor, We are so proud of you and love you very much! We look forward to watching you passionately pursue your next chapter in life.

Alexandra Bennion

Bates Jones

Neuroscience

Biology

We are so proud of you, and we love you very much!

Congratulations on graduating in the Class of 2023! Go Duke!

Public Policy

MBA program at Fuqua Congratulations, Bates!

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Joshua Marshall

Mia, you have been a Blue Devil for a long time, and have made us all so proud.

Congratulations to you for all your accomplishments at Duke.

Love, Mom, Dad, Morgan, Kendra, Aunt Mina, Pop Pop, Denise, Grandma Rosa (from above), Grand Mommy and Daddy

As this chapter closes, believe you are capable of achieving ANYTHING. We are always with you, no matter how near or far apart we are.

This new chapter is yours for the taking. Write your story in broad strokes. Create your happy ending. Congratulations, Joshua!

Eleanor Robb

Dear Eleanor, Congratulations on your graduation! From day one you’ve had a spirit of strength, grit and tenacity. These qualities are just a few of many that are sure to carry you far and wide throughout your life. We are excited to continue learning from you and to be a part of your ongoing journey!

Love you, Mom & Dad

Michael Savarino Sociology

Michael— You dreamed it. You did it.

And you let us be a part of all of it.

We love you. FOE

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Scott Mahon

Jaimie McKeel

Biology

Neuroscience

Biomedical Engineering

Congratulations, Victoria!

You aimed high, worked hard and realized a dream. Keep this spirit in your future endeavors and keep Duke close to your heart.

Congratulations, Scott!

We are so very proud of you and are excited to see what the future holds!

Jaimie, We are so proud of you!

Keep achieving those dreams!

May God bless you in all you do.

Love, Mom & Dad

Love, Mom, Dad, and Kay

Alex Romine

Shae Simpson

BioPhysics

Evolutionary Anthropology

Alex, We are so proud of you.

Congrats on your amazing 4 years at Duke!

We can’t wait to have you home.

Congratulations, Shae!

We are so proud of you and all that you have accomplished!

We love you very much!

Love, Mom, Dad & Austin

Anneke Zegers

Alex Medow

Sydney Hunt

Electrical and Computer Engineering & Computer Science Wishing you joy, great adventures, much laughter, and many successes in the next chapter.

Francis de Beixedon Political Science

Way to go, Blue Devil 2.0!

Excelente, mijo! Hen hao!

We all love you so much! Aloha!

We love you forever and always, Mom, Dad, Shelby & Tootsie

Leah Okamura

Niam Kothari

English

Computer Science

Computer Science & Japanese

Computer Science

Congratulations, Anneke!

Your passion, dedication, perseverance, and enthusiasm are so inspiring!

We are so proud of your accomplishments!

So proud of you, Alex!

Congratulations!

Leah, We are beyond proud of all of your accomplishments and your big heart.

We love you so! Congratulations!

Dear Niam, Congratulations beta! We couldn’t be more proud of you and always wishing you the BEST in life.

Be Positive! Do Positive! Think Positive!

We love you!

Mom, Dad, and Gab

Love, Mom & Dad

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Chenrui Han

Ila Amiri

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Brooke Bier

Sophia McGee

Chemistry

Public Policy

Psychology

Environmental Sciences & Policy

Congratulations!

It has been a joy to watch you grow from a beautiful little girl into such an amazing young woman, always reaching for the stars!

Congratulations with love to Brooke!!

We are SO proud of you!

We are so proud of you— for your accomplishments, your achievements, but most of all of the person you’ve become!

Xoxo, Mom, Dad, Ava, Sadie & Gracie & the whole family

Victor Milev

Elissa Gorman

Nazim Duran

Caroline Sullivan

Biology

Neuroscience

Mechanical Engineering

Public Policy

Vicki, We are so proud of your hard work and achievements! Stay strong, courageous, and never stop pursuing your dreams!

We are so proud and joyous that you have persevered and excelled while identifying your passion. We are excited for your next chapter! Love you.

How hard you worked to get here!

Overjoyed at how much fun you have managed to have along the way! And so damned proud!

Cheers to looking at a bright future with you!

Love, Mom & Dad

XOX Mom, Dad, Mac & Ned

Peter Alfonsi

Jack Edward Mulcrone

Congratulations, Peter!

We are so proud of you and love you very much!!!

Dear Jack, We are immensely proud of you, your accomplishments at Duke and the amazing future awaiting you.

Computer Science

Love, Mom, Dad, Rosemary, Vivian, & cats Ivy, Chai & Oolong

Philosophy

Love, Mom, Dad & Devin

Henry Burns

Eliana Shapiro

Economics & Physics

Neuroscience

You’re our Hero, Henry.

Use your confidence, kindness, and humor to set the world on fire! Congratulations!!

We love you and are proud of you…

Mom & Dad, Rachel and Sophie

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Kirstin-Nicole Tarkington Schmidt

Congratulations!

We couldn’t be prouder.

Now on to life’s next adventure!

We love you, Mom & Dad

Aneesh Patil Congratulations Aneesh!

We are immensely proud of all your achievements and the amazing young man you have grown into!

Here’s wishing you the best of health, happiness and success in your next phase!

We love you so much Mom, Dad, Akka & Kevin

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