UVM Magazine

Class Notes

There are nearly 130,000 loyal UVM alumni across Vermont, the nation, and the globe. Class notes is a place to share news and get a glimpse of the lives and accomplishments of the worldwide Catamount Nation.

The University of Vermont Magazine promotes the achievements, aspiration, heritage, and spirit of the University of Vermont community with a publication that is relevant, editorially and visually compelling, and highly readable.

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Remembering Richard E. Tarrant Sr.: A Legacy of Vision, Generosity, and Impact at UVM

Richard Tarrant’s visionary philanthropy transformed UVM—supporting education, athletics, research, and student life. His legacy of generosity, leadership, and belief in people will continue to shape the university for generations.

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Alumni Spotlights Catamount Nation

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A Tradition of Trust: Zandy Wheeler ’70 G’72 and the Skirack Legacy

What began as a student start-up in 1969 has grown into a Burlington landmark–thanks to a commitment to community and the outdoors.
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Building, Bending, and Creating: Sara Kinnamon Fritsch ’00

From UVM’s first women’s pole vaulters to president of a national design brand, Sara Kinnamon Fritsch has built a career at the intersection of engineering and creativity.
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Baking Up a Business: Olivia Weale ’19 and Dam Good English Muffins

From a family kitchen in New York to Whole Foods shelves, this alumna is reshaping a nostalgic staple with purpose and passion.
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UVM Community

We honor and remember the members of our UVM community who have passed away and celebrate their lives and legacies. Their contributions, spirit, and connection to the university continue to inspire us all.

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Past Catamount Nation Stories

05/19/2025

Remembrance: Lois McClure

To be in northern Vermont is to be surrounded by evidence of the visionary generosity of Lois Howe...

05/19/2025

Catamount Nation: “Bridging Gaps”  for Justice and Equity

Camara Stokes Hudson ‘16, J.D., is deeply committed to justice. As the current Racial Justice...

05/19/2025

Catamount Nation: Rose Eisman Boyarsky ’44

Rose Sophie Eisman Boyarsky ‘44 was the first in her family to go to college. Born in Jersey...

11/06/2024

Catamount Nation: Serene Meshel-Dillman '85

Documentary filmmaker and College of Arts and Sciences graduate Serene Meshel- Dillman ’85 wants...

11/06/2024

Catamount Nation: Charles Denney '83

Once you meet Charlie Denney ’83, his name quickly becomes synonymous with cycling. He shares...

11/06/2024

Remembrance: John Christian "Chris" Abajian '65, M.D.'69

There was never much doubt that Chris Abajian ’65, M.D.’69 would be a pediatric...