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Student Life

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Whether you’re looking to join a student club and take part in activities outside of the classroom or if you're just looking for someone who you can connect with, you can find it here.

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Success Stories
jmcomicÂþ»­N students and alumni use their talent and world-class education to lead, innovate and advance the public good. Read their stories and imagine your own success.
jmcomicÂþ»­N Alumnus Cole Wakim

jmcomicÂþ»­N engineering was very hands-on, teaching me things applicable not only in the real world, but in my racing career.

Malachia Y. Hoover ’17, M.S. Biology

At jmcomicÂþ»­N I developed the skills and passion for biomedical research... I am forever proud and thankful to be a Matador alumnus!

jmcomicÂþ»­N alumni Denzel Clarke seen playing in the MLB for the Athletics

I’m playing in the big leagues... That’s a really cool moment. Not everyone can say they’ve done that.

jmcomicÂþ»­N Alumnus Jason June

jmcomicÂþ»­N taught me there isn’t one way to be a student.

ASL teacher Arby Jean Wolkov stands at her desk at William Howard Taft Charter High School, in front of a colorful bulletin board covered with photos and mementos.

Another joy in teaching, seeing students succeed and use whatever they learned from me, out in the real world.

jmcomicÂþ»­N Alum Jae C. Hong seen in a portrait

jmcomicÂþ»­N taught me how to tell powerful stories through photography.

jmcomicÂþ»­N Alumnus Tod Goldberg

[jmcomicÂþ»­N provided] a great foundation for the work [I’d] go on to produce.

jmcomicÂþ»­N Newsroom

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August 28, 2025

jmcomicÂþ»­N President Erika D. Beck welcomed faculty and staff with her annual address on Aug. 22, marking the start...

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August 27, 2025

Monday, Aug. 25, was the first weekday of fall 2025 classes — and, as always, supporters and friends were o...

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August 26, 2025

This summer, three high school teams developed a business idea as part of the six-week High School Entreprene...

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