2010s
Current middle school Scroll editors met up with former features editor Anna Costello ’19 in Nashville, Tennessee, on 13 November. Student journalists from ASL’s middle and high school newspaper and yearbook programs were in Nashville to attend the fall 2025 National High School Journalism Convention, and Anna spoke with the current editors about her time on the Scroll during the 2014–15 school year—and the skills she learned from her experience that she continued to use through high school and beyond.
November 2025
Audrey Leland ’14 recently launched a new business, Illuminated Threads! A socially conscious clothing brand, Illuminated Threads “combines fashion and education by turning data into wearable art,” writes Audrey. “Each piece features embroidered or printed data visualizations on pressing social issues such as inclusion, climate and gun safety. Every garment tells a story, sparks conversation and directs a portion of each purchase to nonprofit organizations working in these areas.” To check out their selection of infographic shirts, sweatshirts and totes, custom embroidery options, and more, visit the website!
October 2025
On 27 September, Deirdre Ely ’13 married Kurt Thiemann in Brooklyn, New York. Deirdre's matron of honor was her sister, Bridget (Ely) Lamb ’06 (pictured on the right in the upper left hand photo along with Deirdre and their brother, Joe Ely ’08), and another of her bridesmaids was an Eagle as well: Marie Blesie ’13! Congrats, Deirdre and Kurt! (Photos by Karen Gowen Photography.)
October 2025
Owned by ASL alumni parents, The Capra in Saas-Fee, Switzerland, is a five-star boutique chalet hotel, celebrated for its warmth, sustainability and award-winning Alpine hospitality. To welcome fellow Eagles, the Letrou family P ’17 ’19 is generously offering the ASL community (including alumni, parents of alumni, and former employees!) an exclusive CHF 1,000 voucher for stays of 7+ nights in any Capra Suite, valid through 20 December 2026. See more details on the ASL-exclusive offer here.
September 2025
Alisha Gandhi ’15 recently launched Wall Street Unlocked, a mentorship program that helps college students land competitive investment banking internships. After graduating from Northwestern University in 2019 with a degree in economics, Alisha spent six years on the investment team at Blackstone in New York, where she also led recruiting efforts for her group. Drawing from that experience, she now works 1-on-1 with students to provide a structured roadmap into Wall Street, covering everything from resume building and networking strategy to technical and behavioral interview prep. Alisha is currently working with students across the US and internationally, and is always happy to connect with fellow alumni, parents or students exploring careers in finance. You can learn more at wall-street-unlocked.com or reach her directly at alisha.gandhi18@gmail.com.
August 2025
Four years ago, Parker Gilbert ’11 (left) cofounded Numeric—a US-based AI accounting startup—and now gets to work alongside fellow ASLers Charlotte LeMaire ’12 (center) and Eli Geschwind ’12 (right), who have since joined the team. We love it when Eagles work together!
August 2025