Rollins Magazine Spring 2024
June 17, 2024
By Office of Marketing
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From going behind the scenes of a Rollins theater production to remembering Rita Bornstein, explore the spring 2024 issue of Rollins magazine.
![Rollins lacrosse player Ben Kopen](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/qe2ul2l0/production/72c09b083e890a836100507e748293c80eba577d-2000x1334.jpg?rect=0,0,2000,1333&w=300&h=200&q=70&fit=max&auto=format)
What It’s Like to Be a Rollins Student-Athlete
Rollins’ legacy of academic and athletic excellence continues to empower student-athletes like Ben Kopen ’24 to thrive both on and off the field. Read story
![Students working in Rollins’ STEM Hub](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/qe2ul2l0/production/b394fd3dbbd5ae63efbf6299bfc04249528f95bb-2000x1334.jpg?rect=0,0,2000,1333&w=300&h=200&q=70&fit=max&auto=format)
Full STEM Ahead
On the first floor of Bush Science Center, the new STEM Hub fosters opportunities for learning, connection, and equity. STEM majors can study for exams, discuss coursework, and receive tutoring and guidance from fellow students. Read story
![Bev Buckley, Sharon Carnahan, Bruce Stephenson, Gloria Cook, Tom Cook, Kathryn Norsworthy, Scott Hewit, and Susan Libby.](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/qe2ul2l0/production/ed934ffb38bec7c97aa741024a8f99ef08cce258-2000x1333.png?w=300&h=200&q=70&fit=max&auto=format)
Transforming Lives
We celebrate seven faculty members and one coach who retire this year after nearly 250 years of combined service to Rollins, where they’ve had a profound impact on their students, the community, and their areas of expertise. Read story
![Rita Bornstein](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/qe2ul2l0/production/de0e96452179fa8d3f42713f73ad684758020c0e-2000x1333.jpg?w=300&h=200&q=70&fit=max&auto=format)
Remembering Rita
Rollins’ 13th president, Rita Bornstein ’04H ’04HAL, lived a life of perseverance, driven by a respect for education, demand for excellence, and deep care for others.
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![Isabel Artemis DeJesus](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/qe2ul2l0/production/09bfd70fc2c88080fb8680b4bb059c78112f24f9-2000x1333.jpg?w=300&h=200&q=70&fit=max&auto=format)
Infinite Impact
A leader in the social impact space, Isabel Artemis DeJesus ’11 ’15MBA sees the promise of connecting passionate people with meaningful opportunities.
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![Final dance number of The Prom at the Annie Russell Theatre](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/qe2ul2l0/production/1e4de5c01d72024e1abc53972afebc4b2171fca6-2000x1334.jpg?rect=0,0,2000,1333&w=300&h=200&q=70&fit=max&auto=format)
The Making of a Musical
A behind-the-scenes look at the making of The Prom reveals the transformative impact of purpose-built spaces that empower our students to shine.
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![Falecia Williams](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/qe2ul2l0/production/d00fb58b76f5c89156a84c94cf9c97bf0e5d36b0-2000x1333.jpg?w=300&h=200&q=70&fit=max&auto=format)
A Path to Purpose
Falecia Williams ’91 expanded her world by earning a Rollins degree. Now, she is working to expand the worlds of thousands of college students.
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![Olivia Demarco](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/qe2ul2l0/production/83a957b9bde4581995ac374efc91cddb4a0861f8-2000x1334.png?rect=0,0,2000,1333&w=300&h=200&q=70&fit=max&auto=format)
At the Center
Past experiences inform future goals for Olivia Demarco ’02 ’15MBA, who has recently been named Rollins’ new executive director of alumni engagement.
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![Eryka Jennings and Nicole Edoziem](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/qe2ul2l0/production/84be9928fc2c4f1918eab51228aad240f76ff9d6-2000x1334.jpg?rect=0,0,2000,1333&w=300&h=200&q=70&fit=max&auto=format)
5 ways to Share Your Light
Sharing your time, expertise, and connections with Rollins students can help fuel their career potential while strengthening your connection to your alma mater.
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![Robert Greninger ’26 playing golf in the Sunshine State Conference.](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/qe2ul2l0/production/d41b20001e20a4645130d2cf3e7793bd4b8b94ea-2000x1333.jpg?w=300&h=200&q=70&fit=max&auto=format)
Swinging Big
Dana Consler ’72 took a shot at making the Rollins golf team as a freshman. The surprising result changed his life, which is why he’s now gifting a transformational endowment to the program.
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![Toby Rice](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/qe2ul2l0/production/2e76aeaa3a37a5a67831f88c3a030b9212a822f0-2000x1333.jpg?w=300&h=200&q=70&fit=max&auto=format)
What I’ve Learned: Toby Rice ’04
Toby Rice ’04 shares key lessons from his rise to the top of a Fortune 500 company, including how his time at Rollins—most importantly, as captain of the 2004 baseball team—formed the foundation for his success.
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Lahlou ’24 Earns Boren Scholarship
Adam Lahlou ’24 has earned a Boren Scholarship, a prestigious award reserved for students who intend to pursue careers in federal national security.
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A Path to Purpose
Falecia Williams ’91 expanded her world by earning a Rollins degree. Now, she is working to expand the worlds of thousands of college students.
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5 Ways to Share Your Light
Sharing your time, expertise, and connections with Rollins students can help fuel their career potential while strengthening your connection to your alma mater.