A lot to smile about

Spring 2019

Road trips are always fun—getting to venture off campus while still delving into the stories of Wheaton. That was the case for me in October 2018 when I went to interview Cliff Notez, the hip-hop artist also known as Cliften Bonner-Desravines ’13, in his Cambridge, Mass., recording studio on the occasion of him being nominated for a Boston Music Award.

He was as laid back as Snoop Dogg, swiveling in his leather chair, but clearly excited by the possibility of winning an award that recognizes the hottest musical talent in the area. We were all so happy here when he was pronounced the New Artist of the Year at an awards ceremony in December, where he also was invited to perform. I had to take a selfie with him, of course, during my visit. His story is on page 32.

There is a lot to smile about in this issue. Megan Collins ’06 published her first novel to rave reviews. Professor of Biology Robert Morris and Philip Manos ’08, a pioneer in stem cell technology, are collaborating on campus.

And, in our cover story, our alumni have a lot to say about their current career success and how their internships while students at Wheaton helped them follow their passions and achieve their goals as professionals in the working world. Enjoy.

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“I wanted to let you know that I really enjoyed the winter 2019 edition of Wheaton Magazine. My favorite section by far was the 1942 Class Notes. Helen Tarshis Shapiro’s story of her visit to campus read like a wonderful short story. Please let her know how grateful I am to her for sharing that day with the rest of the Wheaton family.

—Helene Butler ’83

I want to compliment you on how interesting the magazine has become. I go through it as soon as it comes, choose my favorite stories to read first and read practically all the articles before the next magazine arrives. What I turned to first in winter 2019 was the reflection by Kate Boylan ’04 on Wheaton’s archivist, Zephorene Stickney Helmreich. … The most moving part for me, of course, is that Zephorene’s retirement occurred after her marriage to Professor Helmreich. They can spend their retirement years together. And, the Humpty Dumpty characters were perfect for the cover. If Priscilla King Gray ’55 ever wants to pass them on, tell her there is a member of the Class of 1956 who is interested. Just kidding, but they are wonderful. Thank you again for making the magazine most worthwhile to read.

— Patricia “Peaches” Henning ’56

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