We Share a Special Bond

“I was the first Senior Fund co-chair (Class of 2012 whoop, whoop!) to implement Deantini’s 3-2-1 Challenge. At the time, I neither realized the significance of the challenge nor did I realize the impact Dean Valentini would have on me, not only that year but also for years to come.

“His love for Columbia, the staff and the students is apparent in everything that he has done in the past 10 years. I am so lucky to have been given the opportunity to know him and work closely with him.

“Deantini, you are an incredible person! Thank you for believing in me and the Class of 2012! We share a special bond, and our class will always remember that.”