Beaver Reflections:
I graduated from Beaver in 1994 and had an amazing experience while there. I came into Beaver in 7th grade and I remember that every teacher I interacted with helped define my time at school. They readily shared their expertise and had a deep investment in their students. I was a part of a number of student activities — multicultural club, field hockey, Amnesty International — that contributed to a vibrant middle school and high school experience. Looking back, each opportunity in the classroom and beyond helped me develop academic and leadership skills as well as a love for learning.

What is #happeningnow in your life:
After Beaver I attended Wellesley College, worked at an investment management company, then went to the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University. After business school, I pursued a career in marketing, first working for a Fortune 100 financial services company and now as a marketing consultant. The best part of the last year was spending time with my two sons and husband as we navigated the tumultuous and uncertain pandemic, racial justice movement, and political environment, because we did it together.

“Beaver provides a unique opportunity to experiment with new ideas in an environment that is rich with resources. The community of faculty, students, and parents created a supportive dynamic that gave me the confidence to be my best during my formative years.”
– Tene Raymond ’94

Advice to Beaver students:
“Your voice is critical in shaping our future. Be informed, share your perspective and challenge the norm.”