The Lion's Pride
Winter 2021
Campus Update
Last September, Horace Mann began its 133rd year under extraordinary circumstances, in the midst of a global pandemic, with the call for racial justice intensifying and the polarized political climate threatening peace.
2020 Virtual Homecoming: A Resounding Success
Alumni who tuned in on October 10th to watch HM’s Virtual Homecoming 2020 – appropriately named homecoming@home – 
were entertained by a wide variety of online offerings.
2020 Virtual Reunions
There is no question that a virtual get-together is no substitute for the real thing, but for the many HM reunion classes who opted to connect via Zoom this fall, doing so turned out to be quite fun!
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion on Campus
There is a great deal of activity on campus focused on creating formal and informal moments
HM Alumnus Dr. Mace Rothenberg '74 Helps Guide Pfizer's Response to COVID-
When Pfizer Inc. and Germany's BioNTech announced on November 9, 2020, that they were one step closer to developing a COVID-19 vaccine, HM alum Dr. Mace Rothenberg '74 illuminated the public on this internationally important breakthrough.
Sabrina Hahn ’10 and Justin Lubliner ’08 Featured in Forbes “30 Under 30” List
HM alumni Sabrina Hahn ’10 and Justin Lubliner ’08 were recognized among an outstanding group of young leaders by Forbes magazine, when it announced its 2021 “30 Under 30” honorees.
Marsha Hunt, Class of '34: Still a Star at Age 103
“Marsha Hunt’s Sweet Adversity,” a documentary that premiered on Turner Classic Movies on December 11, 2020, tells the story about Horace Mann School for Girls graduate Marsha Hunt ’34, a young actress who was discovered in Hollywood in 1935 at age 17 and went on to make an astounding 54 films in 17 years for Paramount and MGM before being unfairly blacklisted.
Calling All Research Scientists!
Are you a Horace Mann School graduate who conducts scientific research and is interested in mentoring Upper Division science students?
Campus During COVID-19
What does in-person learning at Horace Mann School look like during a pandemic? Click here to view images of life on campus during COVID, where the vibe is characterized by a new appreciation for being together. From athletics, to Senior Absurdity Day, to the Lower Division’s new Maker Space, students, faculty, and staff are grateful for HM’s extraordinary efforts to make it safe to be together.
Coping Through Connection
Feeling bored or lonely? The following resources can help bridge the gap of social distancing and provide a measure of comfort during these challenging times.
HM Book Fair Sales Support Independent Booksellers and Food Relief
HM's annual Middle and Upper Division Book Fair has gone virtual and we are counting on our alumni community to help nurture its success.
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