Alumni News

On September 27, the community gathered in Hargroves for the annual Multicultural Parents Alliance and Alumni of Color Picnic. Attendees enjoyed food, crafts, and fellowship, and heard from special guests, retired faculty/staff members Lynne Tucker and Karen Rutledge.

Jacqueline Cordova-Arrington ’04 is a professional flutist and educator who is passionate about the ways in which music can connect, engage, and uplift communities. Read about her new album, Path of Light, her career path, favorite GFS memories, and more! 

From college fields to the professional stage, GFS alumni are already making their presence felt this fall. With the season still young, several former Tigers have found their way into recent headlines through big moments, leadership, and continued success in their respective sports.

Three GFS alumni crafting stories, experiences, and spaces that shape and mold reality.

The Picture This campaign makes its mark.

As an artist, designer, and business owner, Anne Jarvis Thomas ’06 wears many creative hats. We connected with Thomas to discuss her recent transition to full-time entrepreneurship, her favorite memories from GFS, and her advice for aspiring young artists.

Honoring planned gifts from Christine Hopkins ’73 and Joan Cannady Countryman ’58.
 

Meet Tom Myers '76, a career sound engineer in film and television. He's worked for 35 years at the legendary Skywalker Ranch, and is credited on a range of films, from animated features like Cars and Toy Story to blockbusters such as Mission: Impossible and Star Wars Episode II. 

When Timo Radionov ’24 and Izzy Torchinsky-Field ’25 first crossed paths at a local squash tournament, they had no idea how closely intertwined their lives would become. Read more about their journeys from teammates to friendly competitors, their favorite GFS memories, and how their time at GFS shaped their current academic and athletic paths.