The Urban Legend

A new family and home in rural Ecuador for Urban School alumnus

Olivia Meehan, Staff Writer • May 1, 2017

While most graduating seniors pack their bags and head to college, Urban alumnus Amelia Wohlers, class of 2016, chose to wait until the fall of 2017 to begin her studies at University of British Columbia....

Reflecting on Urban, 5 Years Later

Lindsay Welch (Urban Class of 2011), Guest Writer • June 8, 2016

It has been 5 years since I received my Urban School diploma, as I proudly shook Charlotte’s hand onstage at Stern Grove. I remember little about that day, other than the sundress I wore, the bouquets...

A major misconception: Urban alumni reflect on the importance of a college major

Katie Jonckheer and Olivia Mitchel • January 28, 2016

Choosing a college major is the most critical decision in life, right? Not necessarily. Moving through high school, it’s not unusual for students to feel increasingly daunted by the task of...

Alum Zach Shedd talks to students about his work, gives advice

Olive Lopez, Staff Writer • October 9, 2014

With a grey cardigan and brown oxfords, Urban alum Zach Shedd (’03) could have easily passed for an Urban teacher. On October 3, he came to talk to students during E5 and lunch. Even though he offered...