Lois Lowry is a highly acclaimed author who published her first novel, A Summer to Die, in 1977. Since then, she’s written more than 40 books for children and teens. She is known for tackling difficult subject matters, dystopias, and complex themes in works for young audiences…
Although no longer working in Washington, Donald Rumsfeld served three U.S. presidents, led the Pentagon twice, and remains one of the most well-known politicians of his day. A former Navy pilot, Rumsfeld was sworn in as the 21st Secretary of Defense in 2001…
Shirley Chisholm is recognized for being the first African American woman to be elected to Congress, as well as the first African American woman to campaign for the United States presidency. Born in Brooklyn, Chisholm began her career as a teacher and education consultant for New York City’s day-care division…
In the halls of Washington D.C., the role of women in government is often measured by glass ceilings, sound bytes, and spousal achievements. But for Elizabeth Dole, these metrics are window dressing for her long and substantial career in American politics…
Alumni Spotlight is pleased to announce The Top 100 Yale Alumni in Technology of 2021. Yale University was founded in 1701, and since then has remained dedicated to its mission Continue Reading
Alumni Spotlight is pleased to announce The Top 100 Yale Alumni in Technology of 2021. Yale University was founded in 1701, and since then has remained dedicated to its mission Continue Reading
In 1993, Ellen Ochoa became the first Hispanic woman to travel to space, serving on a nine-day mission aboard the shuttle Discovery. Ochoa began her career as a research engineer at Sandia National Laboratories and NASA Ames Research Center…
Charles Koch is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Koch Industries, one of the largest privately held companies in the U.S. Over the years, Koch has been an outstanding executive, especially if measured by the growth of Koch Industries…
Soledad O’Brien is one of the most trusted names in broadcasting and journalism. She first rose to prominence as an anchor for CNN’s “American Morning” in 2003. O’Brien has contributed to shows on MSNBC, NBC, Fox, A&E, Nat Geo, and PBS NewsHour…
Lou Gehrig was a legendary American baseball player who was renowned for his prowess as a hitter and for his durability. Gehrig played in 2,130 consecutive games for the New York Yankees from 1925 to 1939, gaining the nickname “The Iron Horse”…
