Colgate alumni of all career paths know well the value of their liberal arts educations. Lori Gross ’75 goes a step further: she’s a key voice in advancing arts-related initiatives and facilitating dialogue on arts and culture policy nationally and internationally.
Elizabeth Wolford ’89 thought that she would spend her professional career as a litigator. But those plans changed when U.S. Senator Charles Schumer recommended her to President Barack Obama to be a United States District Judge.
Koelsch's love of opera was born during his Junior year at Colgate. He went on to perform at London, LA, and several other destinations in both Europe and America. He is now the CEO and President of LA Opera.