The alumni profile always presents a challenge. But when the alumna is the CEO of the National Geographic Society you have a lot of options; our writer found a way back to her origins with the magazine itself in her elementary school library.
From the Judges
This profile managed to tell an important alumna’s life story in less 550 words—quite an accomplishment. The writing is strong and concise, with a great introduction and ending. The writer takes the reader back to Jill Tiefenthaler’s hometown library where she first discovers “the magazine with the yellow border,” and then with her as she explores the world as the CEO of National Geographic. Very well done!
