Luella Lilly set national swimming records, graduated magna cum laude from the College in 1959 after three and half years, and–as teacher, coach, administrator, and mentor–enhanced opportunities and respect for women scholar-athletes during times of unprecedented change and challenge.

Over the last three decades, alumna Christine Bourdette has become one of the most accomplished sculptors in the Northwest.

A native Oregonian, Pam Knowles is passionate about greater Portland. She loves the way diverse neighboring communities integrate with the Portland and Vancouver metropolitan areas to create a robust region.

Last year, Brooks Meek was inducted into Lewis & Clark’s Sports Hall of Fame, in part for leading his Pioneer teams to four national tournament appearances and two NCIC championships.

For the past the five years, Shahzeb Jillani has been the editor of BBC Urdu Radio, broadcasting news and current affairs to South Asia. He manages a team of reporters and producers who bring news to more than 13 million people worldwide.

Last September, the U.S. Department of Education honored Tess Miller as a 2008 American Star of Teaching for her success in helping children learn to read.