Njongmeta '19 Speaks to Students About Defying Labels

Maema Njongmeta ‘19 returned to campus this month as part of Stevenson’s Anti-Racism and Inclusivity Week. Maema spoke with current students about his experiences with race, culture, and identity. In a candid and uplifting presentation, Maema urged his fellow Patriots to challenge society’s labels and limitations and pave their own unique paths. Shortly after Maema's visit, he was signed by the Cincinnati Bengals as an undrafted free agent. 

Career Change Leads Rawlings to Olympic Weightlifting

While seeking career opportunities and avenues to channel his competitive drive, former Patriot baseball player Tim Rawlings '04 was introduced to Olympic weightlifting. More than a dozen years after his first foray into the sport, Tim is a three-time Master Nationals Champion and Pan American Champion. When not competing, he operates RAWW Barbell in Northbrook, training other athletes to use the explosive movements of Olympic weightlifting to improve their performance.

Science Olympiad Team Clinches Second Place

Last weekend, the Stevenson Science Olympiad team traveled to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champagin to compete in the Illinois Science Olympiad. The Patriots battled it out against fifty teams from across the state, earning medals in 24 of 28 events on their way to a second place finish. The team, coached by Ryan Korah, Kim Lubecke, Dr. Ann Maine, and Dr. Gordon Wood, will travel to Michigan State University at the end of May to compete in the national tournament.

Bass Fishing Nets First Place at Illinois Tournament

The SHS Bass Fishing team finished first at the Illinois Bass Nation tournament on Clinton Lake last weekend. The team will move onto the IHSA Sectionals this week on Stevenson's home water, the Fox Chain of Lakes. Bass Fishing is a competitive club that competes in tournaments with area high schools in both the fall and spring. To date, the team has qualified for state three times, winning sectionals in 2016. The team focuses on developing skills in casting, lure presentation, and angling. 

Is Your Class Celebrating a Reunion This year?

Homecoming 2024 is less than five months away! Classes of '14, '89, '84, '74, and '69 have already begun planning milestone celebrations for late September. We are seeking '04, '94, and '99 volunteers who are interested in joining a class reunion planning committee. Visit the reunions web page for more information or contact Ryan Fowler to learn more.

Checkout Our New Alumni Merch

Upgrade your spring wardrobe and show off your Patriot pride with our exclusive Stevenson alumni gear! From comfy tees and hoodies to premium embroidered hats, we have everything you need to rep SHS in comfort and style! Proceeds support Stevenson Foundation programs, including the Alumni Association. Items can be picked up or shipped. Click here to order.

Alumna Receives Prestigious Law Award from UIUC

Rachel Aranyi '18 shared that she received the Rickert Award from the University of Illinois College of Law, where she will graduate next month with a J.D. The award is the most prestigious honor conferred upon students at the college and recognizes excellence in student achievement. 

Alumna's Musical Receives Honors, Enjoys Sold-Out Run

Wyn Thomas '22 shared that her original musical First Semester received the New Georgia Group grant and CURO Research Award after a sold-out run at the University of Georgia, where she is pursuing a BA in theater arts and MA in non-profit management and leadership.