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Dayun Suh ’24 recently published research on a rare fossil tuna from the Duho Formation (Miocene) of South Korea. Her team’s research suggests the fossil could be a previously undiscovered species. She began independent research into the fossil while studying at Webb, receiving research mentorship from Alf Museum curator Dr. Balisi.

Did you catch the expert fashion commentary on the red carpet at Super Bowl LIX? That was Webb alum Kyle Smith ’12, the NFL’s recent hire!

Webb’s Math Club recently competed in the Caltech Math Meet (CMM), an Olympiad-level high school math tournament organized by Caltech students. One of Webb’s teams achieved an impressive 16th place overall and ranked 8th among all school teams, demonstrating their skill in high-level mathematics.

Webb world languages teacher Joseph Vincent recently spoke with the You Can Learn Chinese podcast about his journey to speaking multiple languages.

Webb's inaugural Leadership & Honor Symposium began on Sunday evening with a student-led chapel talk, setting the tone for an engaging and transformative two-day event. The following day was filled with a series of dynamic, thought-provoking activities designed to challenge students and develop essential leadership skills, including team building, time management, problem-solving, brainstorming, and effective communication.

The Claremont Courier published an article by Kathy Duan ’25 that gives her viewpoint on the state of the criminal justice reform movement. In the article, she references her experience interning with a nonprofit criminal defense law firm.

Coach Kays and the girls' basketball coaching staff are teaming up with the American Cancer Society for Coaches vs. Cancer Suits and Sneakers Week. For next Monday's game, the coaches will swap their dress shoes for sneakers to raise awareness for the fight against cancer and to inspire hope.

Congratulations to Julie Zhu ’25 for being recognized as a 2025 Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar! The nation’s oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors, Regeneron only recognizes 300 young scientists with this honor each year.

The Webb Schools Class of 2025 has excelled in the first round of highly selective early college admissions, earning spots at prestigious institutions such as Stanford, MIT, Harvey Mudd, Barnard, and securing multiple acceptances to Cornell, the University of Pennsylvania, Wellesley, and Claremont McKenna.