28 WE GO TOGETHER We would not have been able to achieve any of the extraordinary advancements, enhancements, and exciting changes — affecting the lives of students today and in the decades to come — without you. Our entire community of supporters, champions, donors, and friends make all of GO’s many successes possible. The spirit of giving back starts when students like Ana have transformational experiences on campus — and continues as young alumni like Lauren begin to make their way in the world. LAUREN MAIDA ’17 YOUNG ALUMNI DONOR Favorite thing about Lehigh? “The strong sense of tradition that is embedded in the Lehigh culture. As a third-generation Lehigh grad, it is so special to reminisce on iconic memories from our undergraduate days like bed races and Founder’s Day, while making new memories together as alumni at events like Le-Laf and the GO! campaign celebrations. The shared experiences and values of decades of Lehigh students is truly the secret sauce to our engaged and passionate alumni community.” Lauren Maida ’17 Young Alumni Donor Ana Victoria Smith ’23 Lehigh Student Donor Why do I give back? “It is such a rewarding experience to help shape the future of the university. As a member of the Young Alumni Council and the Clayton University Center Alumni Advisory Committee, I have the unique opportunity to support the positive changes occurring on campus while building relationships with fellow alums and current students.” ANA VICTORIA SMITH ’23 LEHIGH STUDENT DONOR Why do I give back? “I knew I wanted to give back when I came home after my first semester and shocked my parents with how many real-life skills Lehigh was already teaching me. I realized that Lehigh truly does go above and beyond the textbook to teach us. I am experiencing firsthand the benefits of a Lehigh education and want to express my gratitude by giving back in any and every way I can.” Because of Lehigh… “I can be stuck on a problem, not knowing what to do, and instead of thinking “how am I going to get through this?” I think “how can I go forward and learn from this?” It is a shift in mindset that seems small but I believe will make all the difference moving forward in my life.”
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