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Reunion
Ellis Reunion Weekend: October 7–9, 2022
Join us as we celebrate a MEGA Reunion for classes ending in 0's, 1's, 2's, 5's, 6's, and 7's during Reunion Weekend from Friday, October 7 to Sunday, October 9, 2022. It is an exciting time to be at Ellis and we are thrilled to welcome all alumnae back in person to connect with friends and see what the School looks like today. We hope you will join us to celebrate all things Ellis!
ALL ALUMNAE ARE WELCOME
Giving
Milestone reunion years are a great time to celebrate the friendships and experiences you forged at The Ellis School. Gifts in honor of your class power The Ellis School and allow us to continue to educate and graduate future female changemakers. While you were a student, alumnae supported you by donating to the Ellis Fund and now we ask you to do the same! Together, your class can make a difference in the lives of today’s students while honoring the legacy of your time at Ellis.
At Reunion 2022, we will honor and celebrate the classes with the highest participation rate and largest combined gift. These classes will be thanked at Reunion, acknowledged in the Ellis Magazine, and receive limited edition Ellis swag. Your Gift + Your Choice = Your Impact!
Friday, October 7, 2022
Head back to campus and kick off Reunion Weekend by enjoying coffee and conversation with Head of School Macon Finley. Stroll through the Ellis grounds on a morning tour of your alma mater led by current students and be inspired by fellow alumnae as they speak about their career paths. An optional sit-down luncheon will be offered for all alumnae, as well as a cocktail party for the Classes of 1970, 1971, and 1972. Friday evening will remain free for individual class events (contact your Class Representative for more information).
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Friday, October 7, 2022 | Schedule of Events
Time | LocationInviteesEvent | Description9:00–9:45 a.m
GALLERYOpen to all classesWelcome Back to Ellis!Start your morning by enjoying coffee and pastries with Head of School Macon Finley.9:45–10:30 a.m.
MEET IN GALLERYOpen to all classesCampus TourFind out what has changed, has stayed the same, and may be in the works since you graduated as you walk through the halls of your alma mater. Led by a Touring Tiger (student ambassador), you’ll hear firsthand what it’s like to be an Ellis student circa 2022!10:30–11:00 a.m.
COURTYARD AND GALLERYOpen to all classesBreak with Refreshments11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
AUDITORIUMOpen to all classesAlumnae Career Panel
Come watch as alumnae share their varied professional experiences, answer questions from current Upper School students, and reflect on how Ellis influenced their career paths.12:00–2:00 p.m.
ALUMNAE HALLOpen to all classes
$15 per personReunion Luncheon
Please join us for a sit-down luncheon in Alumnae Hall. Croon along to the alma mater with the Glee Club and celebrate the Sara Frazer Ellis awardee.2:00–2:45 p.m.
GRADE 2 CLASSROOMClasses of 1970, 1971, and 1972 onlyGrade 2 Interviews
What’s it like to be an Ellis girl today vs. an Ellis girl five decades ago? Our 50th reunion classes will find out when they meet the rambunctious, spirited, and silly students from the Class of 2033!4:45–6:00 p.m.
BABCOCK LIBRARYClasses of 1970, 1971, and 1972 only50th Reunion Cocktail PartyCelebrate 50 years of being an Ellis alumna by reconnecting with your classmates over cocktails and light bites.EveningAll classesIndividual Class Activity
Contact your Class Reunion Representative for more details.
Saturday, October 8, 2022
Join us on campus for a fun-filled family day and time to reconnect with your classmates. Bring the family for exciting activities including a bouncy house, face painting, a snow cone truck, and more. Enjoy a tailgate lunch while watching your Ellis Varsity Field Hockey team go head to head against Pine Richland, and wrap up the night at the Alumnae Reunion Reception.
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Saturday, October 8, 2022 | Schedule of Events
Time | LocationInviteesEvent | Description11:00–11:45 a.m
MEET IN GALLERYOpen to all classes and their familiesCampus TourFind out what has changed, has stayed the same, and may be in the works since you graduated as you walk through the halls of your alma mater. Led by a Touring Tiger (student ambassador), you’ll hear firsthand what it’s like to be an Ellis student circa 2022!11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
JANET'S GYMOpen to all classes and their familiesFamily Fun DayBring your family for a fun-filled afternoon featuring an art workshop, face painting, a bouncy house, lawn games, a snow cone truck, and more!11:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
ATHLETIC FIELDOpen to all classes and their familiesTailgate Lunch
Enjoy a tailgate lunch with the whole family before the Tigers take to the field.1:00 p.m.
ATHLETIC FIELDOpen to all classes and their familiesEllis Athletic GameCheer the Ellis Varsity Field Hockey Team to victory as they battle it out on the turf against Pine Richland. The 2022 Athletic Hall of Fame Induction will take place at halftime.7:00–9:30 p.m.
ALUMNAE HALLOpen to all classes
$20 per personReunion Reception
Dance the night away with your classmates and toast to a wonderful Reunion weekend! Heavy appetizers and drinks will be served, and alumnae are welcome to bring a guest. This is an adult-only event.
Sunday, October 9, 2022
End Reunion Weekend on a creative and colorful note before you head home! Take a tour of the Carnegie International Exhibition with Ellis art students as docents alongside Ellis Visual Arts faculty member Sara Sturdevant.
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Sunday, October 9, 2022 | Schedule of Events
Time | LocationInviteesEvent | Description11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
CARNEGIE MUSEUM OF ARTOpen to all classes
$5 per person discounted ticketCarnegie International Exhibition TourJoin Ellis’ very own Sara Sturdevant along with Ellis art students as docents on a guided tour through the halls of the Carnegie International Exhibition.
Reunion Information
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a room block available for out-of-town guests?
A block of rooms has been reserved at Springhill Suites, Bakery Square for Friday, October 7 to Sunday, October 9 at a discounted rate. Please call 412-362-8600 to reserve your room. When booking, please note that you are part of The Ellis School for a discounted rate. -
Can I bring my significant other/family to events?
Alumnae are invited to bring a guest to Friday's events on campus. All Saturday daytime events are family-friendly, and on Saturday evening alumnae are more than welcome to bring an adult guest to the evening reception. Please be sure to register guests for all events so we can keep an accurate headcount. We do not offer child care. -
What is there to do within walking distance of Ellis?
Surrounded by six different neighborhoods, The Ellis School is in the heart of Pittsburgh’s East End. With museums, parks, restaurants, and coffee shops a short walk away from campus, there are plenty of family-friendly activities, places, and events to discover every day of the week—and they’re all just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the Ellis campus!
We recommend checking out:- Mellon Park
- The Kelly Strayhorn Theater
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh-East Liberty
- East End Food Co-op
- Bakery Square
- The Frick
- Frick Park
- Walnut Street and South Highland Avenue in Shadyside and Forbes Avenue in Squirrel Hill for great restaurants and shopping!
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Do you have any restaurant recommendations close to Ellis?
Of course we do—we love to eat! Some of our favorites in the neighborhood are: Point Brugge, Urban Tap, Noodlehead, Casbah, Mad Mex, Five Points Artisan Bakeshop, and Pino’s. There is also the new food hall in Bakery Square which houses four local restaurants, as well as täkō tôrtä and Alta Via Pizzeria. If you’re willing to venture a bit further, check out Ellis alumna Sarah CURTIS Hooper’s ’95 Oakland restaurant Butterjoint. -
How do I find out about individual class events?
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I celebrated Reunion virtually last year; can I come celebrate in person this year?
Of course! Reunion is always open to alumnae of all class years. But, all members of the past two years' milestone classes (ending in 0's, 1's, 5's, and 6's) are encouraged to come celebrate in person during Reunion 2022. -
Is there child care available for Saturday evening?
We won't have child care available on campus, but you can contact us and we can provide you with a list of Ellis Upper School students who would be available as babysitters. Please email arnonik@theellisschool.org for more information.
Award Recipients
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Sara Frazer Ellis Awardee
Catherine LEWIS Long '87
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Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees
Alexandra (Alexa) CHU '07 joined the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)'s Global Investment Bank in 2018 and currently serves as Vice President, specializing on renewable energy tax credit (RETC), new markets tax credit (NMTC), and low income housing tax credit (LIHTC) investments. Her primary focus is management of RBC’s direct investments and syndicated RETC transactions. She serves as lead manager on all NMTC transactions and reviews LIHTC fund management transactions. Prior to joining RBC, she worked for Capital One Bank, N.A. with a focus on Alternative Energy and Project Finance, NMTC, and Tax Exempt Bond Fund. Before Capital One, Alexa worked at PNC Bank on a public finance portfolio with NMTCs. She holds FINRA SIE, Series 7, 63, and 79 licenses.Alexa is a 2011 graduate of Yale University with a B.A. in Political Science. She sailed on Yale's division 1 sailing team and played on its club field hockey team. Alexa attended Ellis for 13 years and graduated in 2007. She played on WPIAL field hockey and lacrosse teams as well as on Team Golden Triangle, a club field hockey team. Alexa resides in New Jersey with her husband James and her son Jamie.
Heather HANCHAK Moss '97 achieved her greatest independent school athletic accomplishments in major scholastic invitational meets and post-season national competitions. Twice a Track & Field News All-American over 400 meters, she ran in California’s Golden West Invitational, winning the 400 at the meet as a junior and running 53.57 to take second at the National Scholastic outdoor meet, placing her fifth on the all-time state list. Heather’s career best was 53.51 as a junior competing in White Plains, NY at the Loucks Invitational. She represented the United States in the Jr. Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile (1995) and Sydney, Australia (1996), where she ran lead off leg for the 4x400m relay. Her relay team placed second and fourth respectively at these international events.Indoors, Heather won PTFCA state titles in the 200 and 400 as a sophomore and added runner-up finishes in both events as a junior. She won the Indoor High School Nationals as a junior in the 400m. That same year, while competing in Idaho at the Simplot Games, she set the Junior Class Indoor Record, winning the Simplot Games in 54.14 in 1996.Heather went on to compete collegiately at Texas Christian University (TCU) where she earned All-American Status in the 4x100m relay during her senior year. She was inducted into the Pennsylvania High School Track and Field Hall of Fame in 2021.
Alumnae Career Panelists
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Sarah MIDDLETON Gaffney '92
Sarah MIDDLETON Gaffney '92, Pharm.D., M.B.A., BCPS, is the Director of Pharmacy at Henrico Doctors' Hospital in Richmond, Virginia. She oversees an inpatient pharmacy staff of more than 70 employees and is the Pharmacy Residency Program Administrator of the PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency program. She is responsible for an annual medication budget of $25 million and numerous clinical pharmacy programs. Sarah’s clinical experience includes general cardiology, cardiac ICU, and cardiothoracic surgery ICU patient populations. She has given multiple pharmacotherapeutic lectures at local, state, and national conferences and has published several articles. In 2012, she proudly won the Virginia Society of Health-System Pharmacy Clinical Pharmacy Practice Achievement Award.
After graduation from Ellis, Sarah earned her B.S. in Biology from Lehigh University. She then matriculated to the University of Pittsburgh where she graduated with her Doctorate of Pharmacy degree. Sarah completed both a PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency and a PGY-2 Adult Internal Medicine Residency at the Medical University of South Carolina. Sarah received an M.B.A. from Averett University. -
Maeline GALLAGHER '12
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Sarah CURTIS Hooper '95
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Rebekah HUGHEY '94
Rebekah HUGHEY '94 is a board certified, integrative family medicine doctor. She received her B.S. in Biology with a math minor from Spelman College and her M.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She completed her family medicine residency and certificate in clinical leadership at Duke University, as well as a faculty development fellowship. She has done neuroscience research at Morehouse School of Medicine, funded by the National Institute of Mental Health, as well as with the University of Pittsburgh Department of Neuroscience. Rebekah is a formally trained educator with experience teaching all age levels, including medical students and physicians. She was a FAME teaching fellow at Ellis from 2008–2009. She lectures for the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis on topics such as mastering a calm mind and using metaphor. She enjoys training large and small groups as well as working one-on-one with corporate and private clients to enhance performance and achieve mind-mastery through her company Mastermind Empowerment. She has been practicing hypnosis and Neurolinguistic Programming for 15 years. Rebekah serves as chair of the board of advisors of the Wildacres Leadership Initiative in North Carolina, helping to develop curriculum for prominent leaders statewide, and is a trustee on the board of the non-profit Brother’s Brother. She is also on the board of directors for the USA Memory Championship. Rebekah is currently a Medical Director at Highmark Wholecare in Pittsburgh and is a 2021 alumna of The Advanced Leadership Institute at Carnegie Mellon University. Her newest venture is embarking on an M.B.A. program in August 2022! Rebekah is a proud mom of an Ellis fifth grader. -
Jui JOSHI '81
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Nell COX Yates '02
A secondary art educator since 2009, Nell COX Yates '02 has worked with students of all ages and in various settings over the past 17 years. A graduate of the University of New Hampshire, Nell holds a bachelor’s degree in English and Studio Art and a master's degree in Art Education from Lewis and Clark College. Her education and work experience with clay have aligned so that she has been exposed to many different art and studio settings from New England to Southern California. Currently, Nell serves as faculty at Viewpoint School in Calabasas, CA, where she runs the ceramics and 3D design program. She also owns and manages Birdhouse Ceramics, a small batch pottery studio, out of her home in Ventura, CA, where she lives with her husband Adam and their two kids Ada and Baz.
Class Representatives
If you don’t have a Reunion Representative for your year and would like to be one, please contact alumnae@theellisschool.org to become one!
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Class of 1952
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Class of 1957
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Class of 1962
Susan SCHUMACHER Morris -
Class of 1967
Markie HUNSIKER -
Class of 1972
Cynthia STRAUSS -
Class of 1977
Holly BLASIER -
Class of 1982
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Class of 1987
Sarah ZIMMERMAN Tuthill -
Class of 1992
Tina SCHWEITZER Hahn -
Class of 1997
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Class of 2002
Carly REED Carstens and Nell COX Yates -
Class of 2007
Alyssa TREMPUS Kinney and Molly SNYDERMAN -
Class of 2012
Eleanora KALOYEROPOULOU -
Class of 2017
Leah BERMAN KRESS
Connect & Communicate With Us
Update your contact information to connect and communicate with Ellis all year long. From our alumnae newsletter and private Alumnae Facebook group, to the Ellis Magazine and Ellis Alumnae Connect, we want you to stay in the know on all things Ellis. We’re also posting, tweeting, and Instagramming campus life seven days a week, so give us a follow, like, or retweet next time you’re browsing your feeds!
See What Your Fellow Alumnae Are Up To
Ellis Alumnae
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Amy WOLF ’96, Asst. Director Digital Media & Marketing
As the Assistant Director for Digital Media and Marketing at The New York Community Trust, Amy WOLF ’96 thrives on finding creative and powerful ways to share the impact of New York City’s community foundation--one of the top funders of local nonprofits. Since joining The Trust in 2008, Amy has led a multitude of highly visible projects. From redesigning their website twice to producing advertising campaigns from soup to nuts to shaping The Trust’s e-marketing and social media presence, Amy is a master storyteller and creative leader who helps donors understand how their generosity can be turned into action. -
Lauren DRAKE '16, PhD Candidate
After completing her undergraduate degree in bioengineering at the University of Pennsylvania in 2020, Lauren DRAKE ’16 chose to continue her studies and is now pursuing a Ph.D. in biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University. During her time at Penn, Lauren worked as an undergraduate researcher in the Shorter Lab, studying the biochemical mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration and contributing to multiple projects and papers. In addition to these pursuits, she completed minors in creative writing and journalism and received Honors in English for her creative thesis. As a member of the Lippmann Lab at Vanderbilt, Lauren improves the complexity of brain organoids for use as a physiologically relevant neurodegenerative disease model. She was recently awarded a National Institutes of Health T32 Alzheimer’s Disease training grant. She is also a member of the executive board of the Diversity and Science Lecture Series at Vanderbilt. -
Lauren INDOVINA '01, Director
Lauren INDOVINA ’01 is an Emmy Award-winning Director and Visual Artist based in Los Angeles. She is best known for her ethereal visuals and multifaceted approach to art, design, film techniques, and branding. With a background in fine art and fifteen years in advertising, she has created original art and directed for internationally acclaimed design, animation, VFX studios, and agencies. Her work is included in the Museum of Modern Art’s permanent motion collection, her sculptures have been exhibited at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, she has directed Super Bowl ads, and her art has been on display on Rodeo Drive, at Radio City Music Hall, and in Times Square. Most recently, Lauren earned credits as the concept designer for Beyoncé's film Black Is King and the animation director for Amazon's Utopia series. She is currently directing and designing scripts for animated feature content and developing artificial intelligence and virtual reality characters and narratives. -
Marsha RUCKER '86, Attorney
As the regional attorney for the Birmingham District of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Marsha RUCKER ’86 manages and litigates cases to further the eradication of unlawful employment discrimination. Marsha began her career with the EEOC as a trial attorney in the Birmingham District Office in 2008 and became the District’s regional attorney in December 2016. Prior to coming to the EEOC, Marsha was in-house counsel for two large public housing authorities. Early in her career, Marsha was a staff attorney for the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland. In this capacity, she represented more than 500 clients in various courts and tribunals in matters involving federal and state housing law, contract law, and public benefits. In 2019, Marsha’s work was recognized with the EEOC’s Chair’s Organizational Performance Award, the highest honor conferred within the organization. Marsha received her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Duke University and her Juris Doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law where she was a Patricia Roberts Harris National Fellow. -
Nancy HAYES Kilgore '65, Writer
While at Ellis, Nancy HAYES Kilgore ’65 fell in love with the books assigned to her in English class and realized she wanted to become a novelist. Her dream came true, and today Nancy is preparing to publish her third novel, Bitter Magic, later this summer. Now, along with being a writer, she works as a pastoral psychotherapist in Burlington, Vermont, and leads writing workshops for people to write and reflect on their own lives in a safe and welcoming space. -
Sarah ZIMMERMAN Tuthill '87, Founder and Owner of ezpz gatherings
Sarah ZIMMERMAN Tuthill ’87 had always dreamed of opening her own business. So, with a love of all things food, wine, and design, she opened Gathering Boards by ezpz gatherings in 2020 as a way to bring people together.Throughout the pandemic, she offered charcuterie boxes to go and now, having just opened a brick and mortar store in Aspinwall, is offering beautifully constructed boards to the Pittsburgh area. Want to learn to make your own charcuterie board? Join us on June 15, 2021 for Ellis After Fifth Ave: Building the Perfect Charcuterie Board with Sarah ZIMMERMAN Tuthill ’87 from 6:00–7:30 p.m. -
Colleen DAILY Simonds '95, Interior Designer
An interior designer based in Pittsburgh, Colleen DAILY Simonds ’95 is known for her ability to mix playful patterns and vibrant colors to create beautiful, bold spaces for her clients. A former merchandiser with Gap and J.Crew, Colleen chose to switch career paths, leave New York City, and pursue a creative career back in her hometown.
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Lila BALISTRIERI '18, Student
Lila BALISTRIERI ’18 is exploring her passions surrounding accessibility, public health, and the financial world at the University of Rochester. A Handler Scholar, she is triple majoring in English, Anthropology, and Medical Innovation and is also a research assistant at the university. At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Lila interned with ApiJect Systems America, Inc., a corporation that focuses on developing safer ways to deliver injectable medication to communities worldwide. Learn more about Lila and how she’s bringing her many interests to the table to make an impact at Rochester and beyond. -
Jamie Beth COHEN '93, Storyteller
Jamie Beth COHEN '93 is a storyteller, in many ways. From her Young Adult novel WASTED PRETTY to her pieces published in major news outlets, Jamie has mastered the art of the story—and is helping others do the same. She has been featured in storytelling events across Pennsylvania and in New York City and has worked with storytellers of all experience levels to perfect their own craft. Watch her Ellis After Fifth Ave session, Telling Your Own Story, to perfect your own storytelling practices. -
Beth HAMMER Genter '77, Financial Planner and Manager
A financial advisor and planner, Beth HAMMER Genter ’77 is the President and founder of Schenley Capital Inc., a registered investment firm in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. After spending six years working for Merrill Lynch, Beth decided to start her own firm and hasn’t looked back since. With over 31 years of experience in the financial world, Beth is committed to growing her client’s portfolios and ensuring that those in her sphere, especially women, know how to best manage their finances. You can watch her Ellis After Fifth Ave. session, Investing in Yourself, here for tips and tricks about how to budget and invest for your own success. -
Kristen HAUSER '10, Automotive Engineer
After earning her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, Kristen HAUSER ’10 relocated to southeast Michigan to join the Ford Motor Company College Graduate Program. Throughout the program, she completed rotations in the areas of software development, program management, and product launch to deliver products, including the Lincoln Continental and F-150 Raptor. Now a Powertrain Fuel Economy Integration Engineer at the company, Kristen’s team is responsible for designing and implementing software that controls the electromechanical systems which allow gas engines and automatic transmissions to comply with federal emissions and fuel economy standards, as well as deliver optimal performance to customers. In her role, Kristen uses analytical tools and lab testing to find fuel economy opportunities within these control systems and collaborates with North American, European, and Chinese teams to implement the changes and ensure future regulatory compliance. -
Nicole F. VÉLEZ, M.D. ’00, Dermatologist
Dr. Nicole F. VÉLEZ ’00 is a dermatologist who specializes in skin cancer, particularly Mohs micrographic surgery. Nicole graduated Phi Beta Kappa and Cum Laude from Carnegie Mellon University and with honors from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, before completing a combined internal medicine and dermatology residency at Harvard Medical School. Committed to teaching and staying on top of new advancements in her field, she has published over 20 peer-reviewed journal articles and lectured both nationally and internationally on skin cancer. In 2019, she opened her private practice, Pittsburgh Skin, in Cranberry Township, north of the city. -
Michelle GIRTS '70, Environmental Scientist
A dedicated environmental scientist who has worked in both corporate and research settings, Michelle GIRTS ’70 has been building successful businesses around technology and talent for 35 years. Prior to her retirement, Michelle worked for the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and the Portland Water Bureau as an environmental science technical specialist collecting samples for water quality lab testing, programming data analysis, and reviewing and reporting the status of water quality throughout the system and the impacts of activities in the watershed. She then moved on to work as an environmental scientist for engineering company, CH2M Hill, where she developed and commercialized the innovative, low-cost treatment technology of engineered wetlands. Since her retirement, Michelle has been named to the Clark County Clean Water Commission, is an active volunteer in her local community, a master gardener, and flies a Cirrus single-engine airplane with her husband in her spare time. -
Blaine DINKIN '13, Administrative Fellow
Blaine DINKIN ’13 was in her first rotation as an administrative fellow at Forbes Hospital when COVID-19 hit. As a member of Allegheny Health Network’s fellowship program, Blaine is exploring the operational, clinical, and strategic side of the healthcare system after receiving her master’s degree in health care policy and management. When the pandemic began in March, Blaine’s role changed and she put all of her energy into producing and assembling test kits. To date, Blaine and her team have assembled close to 150,000 COVID-19 testing kits for Pittsburghers—and they’re not slowing down anytime soon. -
Lorrie KIGER '04 MD, Pediatrician
A pediatrician at Children’s Community Pediatrics in Pittsburgh, Lorrie KIGER '04 is seeing firsthand the effects COVID-19 has on children and families. From telemedicine to parking lot exams, pediatric care is evolving every day, and Lorrie is giving us a peek into this changing landscape while sharing helpful tips for parents. -
Kitty COOK ’89, Vice President of Strategic Insight
As Vice President of Strategic Insight at a full-service market research firm, Kitty COOK ’89 designs, manages, and executes custom research projects for a variety of clients and major brands. From working on Former President Barack Obama’s 2008 presidential campaign to teaming up with the Harlem Globetrotters, Kitty continuously works to streamline and improve processes and productivity for her clients. Celebrating her 30th reunion this year, Kitty shares more about her post-graduation path, her career, and her time at Ellis. -
Brooke GENERETT ’99, Social Worker
Brooke GENERETT ’99 is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over fifteen years of experience working with children, adolescents and their families. In 2012, Brooke started her own counseling practice, Generett Counseling Services, LLC, with the primary goal of assisting individuals in developing the life skills necessary for problem-solving in a challenging environment. In addition to running her own private practice, she is the Director of Prevention Services at Family Resources, a child abuse prevention agency in the Pittsburgh region, where she oversees four prevention programs. Prior to her current roles, Brooke held full-time positions at Gwen’s Girls and Communities in Schools of Pittsburgh-Allegheny County. -
Abigail BAYLES Wiebenson ’59, Leadership Coach
A true lifelong learner, Abigail BAYLES Wiebenson ’59 has spent her career wearing various hats in the field of education. After 19 years as Head of the Lowell School in Washington, D.C., Abigail switched gears and became a leadership coach, working with scores of school administrators locally and globally to identify their deeply held beliefs, hone their vision for leadership, and to plan for the many facets of their schools. A ubiquitous force on the Washington school scene, Abigail has also served as a trustee at three Washington independent schools, chaired accreditation teams, taught at Johns Hopkins University, and acted as a mentor for the National Association of Independent Schools Aspiring School Heads fellows. -
Hallie BENNETT ’09, DPT, Traveling Physical Therapist
Whether she’s practicing in Pittsburgh or Hawaii, Dr. Hallie BENNET ’09 can be found motivating and inspiring people across the country as a traveling physical therapist. A graduate of Ithaca College's Physical Therapy Doctorate program, Hallie moves to a new city every three to six months to heal and help patients in a variety of healthcare settings such as nursing homes, hospitals, and home health. With plans to move back to Hilo, Hawaii, this December for another rotation, Hallie is currently finishing an assignment in Fredericksburg, Virginia, and studying for a specialized certification in neurological physical therapy. -
Indea HERNDON ’04, Engagement and Inclusion Consultant
As an Engagement and Inclusion Consultant at the UPMC Center for Engagement and Inclusion, Indea HERNDON ’04 aims to ensure that diversity, inclusion, respect, and cultural awareness are a core part of the UPMC experience. Her unyielding commitment to culture, community, and social change led her to work with the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh first as a Board Member for the Thelma Lovette YMCA, then as the Membership Director and Drug & Alcohol Prevention Director for the Allegheny and Homewood locations. During her tenure at the YMCA, Indea was selected to become a national trainer for the Dimensions of Diversity course, where she taught staff the importance of Diversity and Inclusion. Currently, Indea serves as the Vice President of the Board of Trustees at Pittsburgh Cares, and is a proud member of the Urban League Young Professionals and the long-standing Aurora Reading Club, one of the nation’s oldest African American book groups.
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Alumnae In The News
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Ann CANCILLA Gaudino '85
Millersville News | July 1, 2022
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Lucia SNYDERMAN '19
Middlebury College | April 14, 2022
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Wendy YODER Beach '90
Lutheran Services in America | December 13, 2021
