In Action

Sarah Hsu (MS '13)

Environmental Health: Sarah Hsu, MS ’13, is successfully balancing a busy schedule as a medical student at Brown University with raising awareness about the impact of environmental damage to public health. Last year, Sarah published an article at World War Zero, an international net- zero emissions advocacy group.  This year she helped to launch a Podcast, “Code Green: The Climate-Smart Health Professional” which she co-hosts. 


Justin Hogenauer (MS '18)

National Security Matter: Justin Hogenauer, MS '18, is a recipient of the 2021 National Security Education Program (NSEP) David L. Boren Scholarship, administered by the Institute of International Education.  The scholarship will allow him to study Thai Language in Bangkok as part of his degree.  The Boren scholarships is meant to support language and cultural learning of future public servants, to strengthen the Federal Workforce. Congratulations on this honor Justin!


Amanda Gorman (MS '16)

Style Icon: Congratulations to Amanda Gorman, MS '16, who is featured in this month's issue of Vogue Magazine, The Rise and Rise of Amanda Gorman.  The National Youth Poet Laureate of the United States has been on a tour of television shows along with a Super Bowl appearance following her performance of her poem, "The Hill We Climb," for President Biden's inauguration. 


Alixandra Kriegsman (MS '09)

Entrepreneurial Word: Alixandra Kriegsman, MS '09, launched her new book, How to Build a Goddamn Empire, a personal "how-to" guidebook that tells the story of her work as co-founder and C.O.O. of Bulletin and features stories from more than 30 other female entrepreneurs.  Along with the book launch, Ali was featured in a national segment on the Today ShowCongratulations on all the success!


Casey Noel (MS '97)

Commercial Responsibility: Casey Noel, MS ’97 recently joined the national commercial real estate firm Transwestern,  where he will be contributing to their Nonprofit Advisory Services team to provide a full range of tenant advisory and agency services to the nonprofit community as a Vice President.  Way to go Casey!


Harleen Marwah (MS '11)

Recognizing Impact: Congratulations to Harleen Marwah, MS ’11, who was named a 2021 Grist 50 Fixer, an annual list of “emerging leaders from across the U.S. who are working on fresh, real-world solutions to our world's biggest challenges.” Harleen, a medical student at George Washington University, was recently matched for her residency in pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.   


Clarence Kong (MS '14)

Answering the CallClarence Kong, MS ’14, a longtime student leader, joined other City University of New York medical students, to put together CunyMed_Toks, an important social media resource for those who have COVID-related questions about everything from the virus to vaccines.  Clarence was recently matched for residency in emergency medicine at North Shore University Hospital/Long Island Jewish Medical Center.  Congratulations Clarence!


Nicole Schreiber (MS '18)

Navigating Success:  Nicole Schreiber, MS ’18, helped launch the start-up, Collmark, a college preparatory service that connects prospective college students with undergraduate students at the universities they hope to attend.  Through the extensive networking of Nicole and others, including other Milken Scholars, Collmark can arrange for one-on-one counseling sessions to offer great advice on a variety of subjects.  Great job!


Monica Trujillo-Jamison (MS '02)

Positive Research: Monica Trujillo-Jamison, MS ’02 was recently promoted to Senior Vice President at Screen Engine/ASI and is heading its Multicultural Group. In this role, Monica consults with and provides market research solutions to entertainment companies and producers to create compelling and relevant content for diverse audiences.  She is looking forward to helping amplify the voices of diverse consumers and advocate for authentic representation in entertainment.  Congratulations Monica!


Khadijah Sharif-Drinkard (MS '89)

Breaking News: Khadijah Sharif-Drinkard, MS ’89, is joining ABC News as Senior Vice President for Business Affairs.  Khadijah brings years of executive experience from BET and Nickelodeon to her new role, where she will negotiate and oversee the planning of talent deals for ABC News’ on-air talent and senior editorial staff as well as a growing number of production, digital and content license agreements.  Congratulations Khadijah!