Stories about Purposeful Partnerships

Photograph of Khanjan Mehta and Vrushti Patel '26 in a bright, modern office with large windows.

Vrushti Patel ’26 and Khanjan Mehta: Global Experiences, Lasting Impact

Vrushti Patel ’26 completed six study abroad experiences through Lehigh programs, including two Creative Inquiry Global Social Impact Fellowships guided by Khanjan Mehta, vice provost for Creative Inquiry.

Photograph of Joanna Mishtal and Natalie Werbel, one in a blue top and one in pink, smiling outdoors.

Natalie Werbel ’26 and Joanna Mishtal: Meaningful Connection, Research Collaboration

Through mentorship from professor Joanna Mishtal and support across the College of Health, Natalie Werbel ’26 found confidence in her research interests and her future in public health.

Photograph of Anya Getzfeld and Sameen Mariaca hugging at Getzfeld's outdoor graduation ceremony in 2024 at Goodman Stadium .

Sameen Mariaca ’26 and Anya Getzfeld ’24: Lifelong Friendship, Emerging in Healthcare

What began through a shared pre-health journey at Lehigh that helped Sameen Mariaca ’26 and Anya Getzfeld ’24 navigate setbacks and milestones became a lifelong friendship pursuing bright futures in healthcare.

Layout of the Spring 2026 Alumni Bulletin

Discover Alumni Stories, University News, Research Updates and More in the Spring 2026 Lehigh Alumni Bulletin

The latest edition of the Bulletin features R1 research momentum at Lehigh, an inside look at the reimagined Clayton University Center at Packer Hall, student and alumni stories and more.

Katie Bui and Deirdre Murphy standing next to their public art installation with bird cutouts.

Taking Flight Through Architecture and Sustainable Design

A Lehigh student, faculty mentor and alumna came together to create Flyways, a public art installation at Washington College in Maryland, inspired by migratory birds and ecological observation.

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President Video Message: A Community of Belonging for All

A message sent to members of the Lehigh campus community.

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Future in Focus

A letter from the editor in the Spring 2026 Alumni Bulletin.

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R1 Status Excellence: Meet Research-Focused Faculty, Students and Alumni Driving Lehigh’s Research Momentum Forward

From advancing infectious disease prediction to strategizing AI literacy, members of the Lehigh community are solving challenges and developing innovations that continue to shape our world.

Arianna Huffington, Steve Wozniak, and U.S. Senator Dave McCormick were guests in the 2025-26 Compelling Perspectives series presented by Lehigh University.

Shaping the Future: AI, Humanity and Innovation

Compelling Perspectives speakers share viewpoints on the challenges and possibilities of AI.

Julie Wright ’25 M’26 and Rhema Hooper ’26 sit on an orange couch in the Health, Science and Technology building.

Community and Global Health Majors Research Cobalt Mining, Permaculture and Attend Model World Health Organization Conference

Julie Wright ’25 M’26 and Rhema Hooper ’26 built a friendship and a record of impact through community and global health research, advocacy and community.