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2021 Graduate Profiles

Messages for the Class of 2021

We are extremely proud of your accomplishments, Emily. Surely, many incredible journeys still lie ahead, at Penn and beyond. And in the years to come, as you venture to places you've never even dreamed of, and some that you have, please know that your two biggest fans will always be there for you, no matter what. Love Always, Mom & Dad

Caroline and Richard Mitchell
Parent

Congratulations to the Class of 2021!!! Your dedication and perseverance in pursuit of higher learning during these unprecedented times are unmatched and will serve you well as you navigate the next phase your life. Best wishes and congratulations.

Keri Rincon
Family

Congratulations to the Class of 2021!!!! So proud of you Evan M. We love you!!!! The G. family.

Anonymous
Friend

Congrats Faith!! You made it and I’m so excited to see where you’ll go next! You’re the best Spanish class partner!!

Victoria Vu
Student

Congratulations graduates! You did it and you’re all amazing! So proud of my graduate! Mr. Deven Tran!

Linda Park
Parent

Dear Sean, I am so incredibly proud of you. All of your sacrifice, hard work, and diligence have paid off. Today we get to celebrate you, in all that you are, and all that you will become. I want you to know that when I look at you, I am proud, there is no higher compliment. Love, Nick Anderson

Nicholas Abbott
Family

Emily: We are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments. You are a superstar! We love watching you shine! On to your next adventure! We love you! Aunt Sue, Uncle Terry, Brooke & Ava

Susan Jackson
Family

Congratulations to ALL of the Grads this year!!! You did it!!!! #BananaSlugsForLife

Anonymous
Staff

Shoutout to our Merrillites particularly -- but so amazed by every single one of you graduating Slugs. You have pushed through an extremely difficult year with global, national, and personal challenges to finish college. That is not something to take lightly -- so before you move onto your next chapter, take time to celebrate!! CONGRATULATIONS!

Cassie
Staff

Congratulations Class of 2021! The last year and a half have been full of extraordinary challenges, but you did it! Best wishes for a happy and successful adventure ahead!

Alex Belisario
Staff

Congratulations Sean Anderson, you did it! You have worked incredibly hard for this moment & your hard work paid off. Take pride in your accomplishments & know we are so proud of you! We are excited about all your successes & wishing you a future filled with success & happiness. Cheers to you & your classmates! With love & pride, Lauren & Nick

Anonymous
Family

So stoked to see what this next chapter of life has in store for you. Congrats on graduating Sean!!! If you ever need any advice from two old people who have navigated these waters we are always just a call, text, or airplane ride away! Love ya, Tomi

Tomi Abbott
Family

You did it! A senior year filled with unexpected challenges, much like life ahead, you faced them and won. Congratulations on your well deserved accomplishment. Cheers to UCSC class of 2021.

Bob and Alane Anderson
Parent

We are so very proud of are daughter Aracely Cano. She is amazing. She is a first generation. We are so proud. Love mom dad Kevin Jose.

Sandra Gramajo
Parent

Molly - We are so proud of the human you are. You tackled challenges, took on new things in service to your fellow Humanities students, led your Camp Kesem team, served UCSC alumni, and did it all maintaining an A average. You are our never ending source of joy. We love you so much! Congratulations! Now go change the world!

Robyn M Doughty
Parent

Congratulations Class of 2021!! We are so proud of you! Special congratulations to interns of our center: Amanda Collins, Arely Hernandez, and Valeria Mena Wishing you the best, UCSC American Indian Resource Center and People of Color Sustainability Collective P.S. Keep in touch! airc.ucsc.edu IG: airc.ucsc

UCSC American Indian Resource Center and People of Color Sustainability Collective
Staff

Antonio Calbo Jackson Congratulations on this major accomplishments. May you use the knowledge and skills that you have learned towards improving our environment. Best of Luck.

Anonymous
Family

Congratulations Class of 2021! Especially our Slug, Jayne Kuzmich!! 💙💛💙💛

Gayle Kuzmich
Parent

Congratulations to you, Antonio Calbo-Jackson, and to all your fellow members of the Class of 2021! What a year, what an accomplishment to make it through to graduation. You're on your way to an amazing lifetime of adventures in life. Best of luck and much love, Auntie Mary

Mary C Rupp
Family

Congratulations!! You made it in these most difficult times. Go Slugs!

Annie Cherayil
Parent

Congratulations Anne & Vivian! Thanks for being the best Peer Advisors over the past few years! Here's a photo of you all after your first year. I'm not crying, you're crying. xoxo Beth

Beth Truax Armstrong
Staff

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Beth Truax Armstrong
Staff

Congratulations Crownies Class of 2021! The Crown community celebrates your academic and social achievements. We are so proud of the creativity, resilience, compassion, and leadership you have shown. We know you are going to reach amazing heights and wish you success on your future journeys. Come back to visit on the hillside! Crown College

Crown College
Staff

Congratulations Maya Barber! Earning a Bachelors of Science in Biology. We are so proud of you and excited to see more great achievements and the positive impact you will have on this world

Karen Barber
Parent

To our Daughter Alicia Lopez, As we have watched you grow into the kind, caring, smart and beautiful young woman that you have become, you have made us so proud. You have truly been a joy in our lives and couldn’t have asked for more. Congratulations on your graduation and we are looking forward to many more accomplishments from you. Love, Mom and Dad

Christina Lopez
Parent

Congratulations Class of 2021. With all that we all went through you all made it. Wishing you all much success in the future..

Ida M Maciel
Parent

Special congratulations to class of 2021!!! You made it through. Best wishes for your future. Keep shining !!!!

Kore
Parent

I'm proud of you, son. Keep staying in the game. Lots of great innings ahead.

Larry Cohen
Parent

What a year!? You all have demonstrated great patience and resilience during a deeply troubling year, and I couldn't be more proud of the graduating class of Slugs (and especially Anthropology Slugs)! Congratulations one and all and wishing you continued fortitude and success in your future projects!

Tsim Schneider
Faculty

MyKenzie Combs! I hope you feel the love coming from Fairfield Township, Ohio! It’s ENORMOUS! Congratulations!!!!

Anonymous
Family

Congratulations Alexandria Lujan!! We are so proud of you and your accomplishments. Keep reaching for the stars! Mom and Dad

Kimberly Lujan
Parent

Congratulations Collin O’Connor and the entire class of 2021!

Darlene Dumont, PhD
Parent

Congratulations Isabella Grace Atencio! You are an incredible human and now a UCSC Alumni. So proud of you and all your accomplished during your 4 years as a banana slug. Continue to make your mark on this world as I know everything you do and touch becomes better because of your investment and love. Love you always, mom

Stephanie Atencio
Parent

To my one and only son Thane Wisherop. We are so proud of you! I didn’t manage to complete my bachelors degree in 4 years, and there was no pandemic back then. You stuck to it and got it done!

Michael Wisherop
Parent

Congratulations to all 2021 graduates especially to my most favorite, Rachel Mace! You have worked hard, you have thrived during a Global Pandemic and you will make our World a better place!!! Hats off to all of you.

Dena Sando
Parent

Congratulations on your graduation Class of 2021 and best wishes for your next adventure! Career Success

Anonymous
Staff

Congratulation Antonio!! Well Done, Well Done!! Love Aunty Janet

Janet Hubbard
Family

Congrats Gracie Tuohey! I am so proud of you. All of your hard work has paid off! I can't wait to see where your determination and hard work takes you in the future!

Kaylee Mageean
Alumni

Josie, your are the best and brightest, and we are so very proud of your academic journey at UC Santa Cruz! You have blossomed into an extraordinary young person! Love, Mom and Dad

Carole and Miles Horst
Parent

I told you this would happen, Dear Gracie! ...when all the other little children were taking their naps. Everything is as it should be, Gracie. I love you. Miss Alice

Miss Alice
Friend