Tag Archive for "class of 2009"

Alumna gives travelers an authentic experience in Peru

February 28, 2014 by Hallie Nicholson (M.A. '14) | Career

In May 2013, Becky Williams , B.A. Spanish ’09, took a leap of faith and moved to Cusco, Peru, to design and start a business focusing on social responsibility and authentic cultural encounters. Launched in January, Encuentros Andinos is a non-conventional tour company designed to support isolated indigenous communities while fostering pride in the communities’

Alumni Spotlight: Alex Fortunato ’09

September 19, 2013 by Madeleine Wilson | Alumni Spotlight

Co-founder of tech startup CrowdSYNC, Alex Fortunato, BFA film production ’09, says the most difficult part about starting a company was taking the initial leap of faith, but that it is all worth it. In this Alumni Spotlight, Alex advises students to be open to new experiences and ask a lot of questions. Tell me