Publications & News

Seasoned attorney Lauren (Makar) Haley ’93 opened the Alumni Roundtable on Thursday, April 10, by reflecting on how Blair “profoundly changed the trajectory of my life”—from steering her toward a new academic direction to introducing her to a friend who would connect her with her future husband.

Despite the chilly weather, the hilltop was flooded with love as Blair Academy welcomed grandparents from near and far to campus for the annual Grandparents’ Day event. 

On Monday, April 7, Blair students had the opportunity to connect with veteran finance and wealth investment advisor Roger Gershman ’82 P ’25, who came prepared with anecdotes of key moments in life that set him up for success.

Nic Hindle ’04, fourth-generation president of HindlePower, will visit Blair’s Society of Skeptics on Tuesday, April 15, to discuss the U.S. electric utility system. He will help students gain a deeper understanding of how everyday utilities function and share insights from his experience in the industry.

Author Putsata Reang, whose family narrowly escaped the infamous Khmer Rouge—the Cambodian Communist regime in the late 1960s—will join the Society of Skeptics on Tuesday, April 8, to share her story. 

Since its opening in 1891, Carnegie Hall has earned its place as one of the world’s finest concert halls. On April 2, Blair's student musicians joined their ranks, offering a breathtaking performance.

On Tuesday, April 1, Skeptics attendees will have the privilege of hearing from Waggonner & Ball senior architect and project manager, Dixon Jelich ’07. In his first Skeptics event, Mr. Jelich plans to discuss how his career in architecture began—tracing it back to an opportunity he had while attending Blair.