Class Note 2020
Issue
January-February 2023
Hi everyone, and Happy New Year! May your 2023 be full of those you love, new and long-sought-after experiences, and shared memories.
In this column I’ll focus on the incredible journeys our fellow ’20s are starting, ending, or simply participating in from all around the world. Our classmates are embarking on many paths that feature different milestones, from expanding their families to running for office to cross-ocean moves. Let’s celebrate with them.
Caroline Wiser (neé Allen) is expecting a baby with her husband, Woods Wiser! Says Caroline: “We are so excited to welcome our baby boy in March!”
Alex Rounaghi joins this column from his hometown of Laguna Beach, California, where he is running for city council. Alex returned home during the pandemic and has dedicated the last two years to his community, serving as chair of Laguna Beach’s housing committee and policy advisor to Orange County supervisor Katrina Foley. He is running for city council to advance fire prevention, public safety, environmental protection and climate action, housing access, and data-driven governance in Laguna Beach. Alex credits his liberal arts education and involvement at the Rockefeller Center at Dartmouth for enhancing his interest in public service and his ability to think critically about important issues. His community-oriented approach and experience in policy implementation have earned him the endorsement of Congresswoman Katie Porter and many others. Give a rouse for Alex and here’s to all who voted in November!
Katie Goldstein (yours truly) recently published her second children’s book, Sell Me A Story. She also plans to spend the month of December in Mexico City and would love to see any Dartmouth alumni in the area!
Many other classmates are exploring new cities. Laura Walk moved to San Francisco to start a new job. Grace Sherill is moving to London and will room with Sarah Pearl. There, she’ll join Molly Susman, who has also moved to London for work.
New York also gained a host of new Dartmouth faces, including Ian Sistaire, Alex Montague, Rafael Rosas, Lily Clark, and Lizzie Clark. Ian moved this past summer for a new job and is “super excited to be here in the Big Apple.” He is working for Oak View Group, a sports and entertainment venue development company. Ian is enjoying both Oak View Group and N.Y.C.: “Oak View Group is sports business in a nutshell, which is exactly where my passion lies, so I love it. I have also loved reconnecting with former teammates, colleagues, classmates, and friends in New York as Dartmouth has a great network here in the city. I am looking forward to the holiday season and spending time with family and friends while always being present in the moment and grateful for the people in my life.” Rafa has similarly mentioned his love for the Dartmouth community in N.Y.C.: “I’m most looking forward to running into people on the streets again. While nothing will ever be quite like walking across the Green and waving at all the familiar faces, my first few weeks in New York have felt close to it. I’ve seen so many people around parks, on the subway, and out and about. I think it will be amazing to rekindle friendships and form new ones.”
To our classmates who were featured: Thank you for celebrating your lives with the Dartmouth community! To all my ’20s: If you have any updates to share or would like to write a guest column for future Class Notes, please reach out to me at dartmouth20classnotes@gmail.com. Cheers to our continued prosperity in this new year!
—Katie Goldstein, 263 W Santa Inez, Hillsborough, CA 94010; katie.e.goldstein.20@dartmouth.edu
In this column I’ll focus on the incredible journeys our fellow ’20s are starting, ending, or simply participating in from all around the world. Our classmates are embarking on many paths that feature different milestones, from expanding their families to running for office to cross-ocean moves. Let’s celebrate with them.
Caroline Wiser (neé Allen) is expecting a baby with her husband, Woods Wiser! Says Caroline: “We are so excited to welcome our baby boy in March!”
Alex Rounaghi joins this column from his hometown of Laguna Beach, California, where he is running for city council. Alex returned home during the pandemic and has dedicated the last two years to his community, serving as chair of Laguna Beach’s housing committee and policy advisor to Orange County supervisor Katrina Foley. He is running for city council to advance fire prevention, public safety, environmental protection and climate action, housing access, and data-driven governance in Laguna Beach. Alex credits his liberal arts education and involvement at the Rockefeller Center at Dartmouth for enhancing his interest in public service and his ability to think critically about important issues. His community-oriented approach and experience in policy implementation have earned him the endorsement of Congresswoman Katie Porter and many others. Give a rouse for Alex and here’s to all who voted in November!
Katie Goldstein (yours truly) recently published her second children’s book, Sell Me A Story. She also plans to spend the month of December in Mexico City and would love to see any Dartmouth alumni in the area!
Many other classmates are exploring new cities. Laura Walk moved to San Francisco to start a new job. Grace Sherill is moving to London and will room with Sarah Pearl. There, she’ll join Molly Susman, who has also moved to London for work.
New York also gained a host of new Dartmouth faces, including Ian Sistaire, Alex Montague, Rafael Rosas, Lily Clark, and Lizzie Clark. Ian moved this past summer for a new job and is “super excited to be here in the Big Apple.” He is working for Oak View Group, a sports and entertainment venue development company. Ian is enjoying both Oak View Group and N.Y.C.: “Oak View Group is sports business in a nutshell, which is exactly where my passion lies, so I love it. I have also loved reconnecting with former teammates, colleagues, classmates, and friends in New York as Dartmouth has a great network here in the city. I am looking forward to the holiday season and spending time with family and friends while always being present in the moment and grateful for the people in my life.” Rafa has similarly mentioned his love for the Dartmouth community in N.Y.C.: “I’m most looking forward to running into people on the streets again. While nothing will ever be quite like walking across the Green and waving at all the familiar faces, my first few weeks in New York have felt close to it. I’ve seen so many people around parks, on the subway, and out and about. I think it will be amazing to rekindle friendships and form new ones.”
To our classmates who were featured: Thank you for celebrating your lives with the Dartmouth community! To all my ’20s: If you have any updates to share or would like to write a guest column for future Class Notes, please reach out to me at dartmouth20classnotes@gmail.com. Cheers to our continued prosperity in this new year!
—Katie Goldstein, 263 W Santa Inez, Hillsborough, CA 94010; katie.e.goldstein.20@dartmouth.edu