

The Journalism School ceremony took place later in the afternoon at Roone Arledge Auditorium. Dean Nicholas Lemann opened the ceremonies with a stirring speech challenging these new graduates to be creative as they take advantage of the new mediums available to the journalists of the 21st century. NPR's Terry Gross gave the commencement address reminding the graduates that to ask the right questions: "you have to do your homework, and you have to remain genuinely curious".
We caught a brief image of Alex as he shook Dean Lemann's hand and also caught up with him after commencement in his "Columbia Blue" cap and gown! Thanks to Sally & Rodg, Becky and Stephen, Sarah and Susan for joining us for the afternoon ceremonies! It was great to have so many family and friends join us in congratulating Alex on a job well done.

The journalism students (all 240+) are pictured below on the steps of the Journalism School building. The group hails from around the world -- an impressive lot. As part of the Jschool awards, Alex was presented with the Robert Harron award, "demonstrating excellence in writing and reporting, as well as exemplary kindness and courtesy to fellow students". At a great school like Columbia, Alex's values and hard work were recognized and rewarded!

The journalism students (all 240+) are pictured below on the steps of the Journalism School building. The group hails from around the world -- an impressive lot. As part of the Jschool awards, Alex was presented with the Robert Harron award, "demonstrating excellence in writing and reporting, as well as exemplary kindness and courtesy to fellow students". At a great school like Columbia, Alex's values and hard work were recognized and rewarded!
Congratulations, Alex! We're so proud of you!