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Messages for the Class of 2023

Congrats Arianna Lilith and Bailey !!!!! So proud of all three of you I will miss seeing your faces around the office I wish you all the best in the next chapter of your lives. -Crystal :)

Crystal Jimenez
Staff

Congrats, Jasmine Lyla! You studied hard, stuck it out, and now you're done! On to the next chapter of life... I'm so proud of you! Love you! -Mom

Mechelle Smothers
Parent

Congratulations!!!! Elizabeth Fonseca , un gran esfuerzo una gran recompensa, te mando un gran abrazo, y a sumar que este mundo necesita de mujeres valientes y decididas cómo tu . Muchas bendiciones

Anonymous
Family

Keanu, We are so proud of you and all you have achieved!!! On to bigger things and to infinity and beyond!

Amy and Madek
Parent

I applaud your many years of hard work and determination. You have slayed this challenge! Continue being the hero in your journey. Embracing your faults and mistakes. Following the beacon of your Bliss. It’s unpleasant that we can only see as far as our headlights shine but you’ll still make it to your goal destination driving in the dark.

Julie Robinson
Parent

Abram (aphid), huge congrats to you on this incredible milestone. It has been such an incredible honor to witness you write the most epic dissertation and make incredible art along the way. You're my absolute favorite, Mahal. Thank you for being a force and a light in my life. ILY! ~ Dorothy ♥️ 🪢 🌊

Dorothy R. Santos
Family

All the best on embarking on a new phase of your life. I embrace you with heart felt hugs and keep you in my thoughts. Good luck!

Ojars Kratins
Family

Kayla Enise-LaDair Ybarra Congratulations on your graduation Wherever you choose to go from here we wish you a life filled with joy and happiness

Kirsten and Mathew
Parent

Congratulations Austin!!! Time sure flies! With all that hard work in CS throughout these 4 years, I can't wait to see the great things you will achieve in your future endeavors! --Love from your lil sis :)

Lunarosity
Family

Congratulations to the class of 2023 you all did a great job. A big shout out to Zoe McCarty you have made your grandmother and grandfather very proud. We love to tell our friends about all of the wonderful things you have done! Congratulations for a job well done 😍

Louise and Michael Robbins
Family

Diana, te felicito por tus logros,,,,te mereces éxito en la vida y profesionalmente,,,,un fuerte abrazo de toda la familia que te queremos mucho

Veronica Jimenez
Family

Que Gran satisfacción y Orgullo que hayas terminado con honores tu universidad,,,,,te deseo éxito en tu vida familiar y profesional,,,te queremos mucho

Veronica Jimenez
Family

To my daughter Annika Leigh Kennedy: I’m so proud of you! Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication. 🥳

Maryanne Nilsen Kennedy
Parent

Hey BooBear, we are so proud of you. Including the ancestors I know that Cheekie, Pappi, Grandma Adeline and ALL the other Ancestors are so proud of you too. We love you, and we Thank GOD for allowing us to witness this great journey. Mom Derek Dad Ebonee Essence 💙💛

Lee Nora Glover Holloway
Parent

Congratulations Class of 2023! Andrew your Mom is over the moon proud of you. Thank you for being my Son & our first College graduate on Mom’s side of the family.

Hollie Maslen
Parent

Congrats Julia!!! U are a rising super star and I can't wait to see what you do in the future. So proud of you and your accomplishments. Enjoy the moment because you have earned it. We love you Mark and Trisha

Trisha
Alumni

You have done a marvelous job of persevering through college, Julia. You are such a bright light to the world!! We are so proud of you and so is the Lord. We are praying that He will guide you every step of the way. You did it!! Congratulations graduate of 2023!!

Gregg and Nancy
Family

We are so proud of you Grace, for the woman you are and for all the hard work you have done to achieve your goal of graduating from UCSC. We are so sorry we can't be there in person to celebrate with you but you know we are with you in spirit. All the best wishes and our love are with you on your special day. Nana and Papi

Nana and Papi
Family

You did it! You persevered through the highs and lows and now you are Slug with all the tools to succeed in life. Keep building and nurturing the relationship you've made along the way. Be kind to yourself, the Earth, and others. Continue to follow your passions. The work and time you invest will come back to you exponentially. Congratulations!

Wendy Fletcher & Matthew Lewis
Parent

Natalia, Tú eres más de lo que crees. Sólo mira lo que has logrado!

Laura y Sergio-orgullosos padres
Parent

To our beautiful daughter, how you’ve grown the last four years! We’ve admired how you took on the challenges of a global pandemic, and persevered during hard times. It strengthened your mind and your heart and it built a solid foundation for the next chapter. Wishing you much love & success, always. We are very proud of you. M&D

Anonymous
Parent

Congratulations Zion! We're so proud of you and the amazing man you've grown up to be. Everything you need for success lies within you so always trust yourself, follow your heart, and believe in yourself as much as we all believe in you. Wishing you all the happiness you deserve as you start on the next journey. We love you so much Z!

Carolyn, Guy, Sabrina, Megan, and Ryan
Family

Congrats to Our Tech Boy, Austin! B.S. degree in Computer Science w/minor in Technology and Information Management & Electronic Music! We are so proud of your accomplishments. With passion, skills, and determination, we are confident that you will propel to great heights in your future endeavors. We are always here to support you along the way. Love you ❤️

Yen
Parent

public class Grad{ public static void main(String[] args){ System.out.println("Congratulations Austin!!"); System.out.println("Time sure flies! With all that hard work in CS throughout these 4 years, I can't wait to see the great things you will achieve in your future endeavors!"); } } //From yr lil sis :)

Lunarosity
Family

Maya Meislahn! You did it! We are so proud and excited for you. Santa Cruz was the perfect place for you to bloom and know you will continue to grow and figure out how to make your mark on the world. Way to go, Banana Slug!

Michelle and John Meislahn
Parent

Congratulations sweet Grace! We are so proud of you! Your bravery, persistence, and tenacity are inspiring! We are excited to see whatever comes next for you! Love you, Mom and Dad

Chad and Nichole Silva
Parent

Congratulations Ashlyn! It's been quite a ride these last 4 years, and you made it! We are all so very proud of you and all of your accomplishments. You have such a bright future ahead. We can't wait to see what's next! We love you very much!

Lisa Hough
Parent

Chloe Reyes, we are proud of you beyond measure. Thank you for being such a good role model to your little cousins. You did it. Now it's time to shine bright and show the world what you are made of. We love you babe. Nunez Family

Andrea P Nunez
Family

I could not be more proud of you, Theresa Renée Bostic, for all your many accomplishments at UCSC: 3.9+ GPA, Honor Roll, History / Sociology double-major with Black Studies minor, Resident Assistant, Merrill Student Government President, Teacher Assistant, Note Taker, KZSC radio DJ, and, master craftsperson of all things crochetable. With love ❤️, dad.

OMAR BOSTIC
Parent

Rory, we have so enjoyed the journey of you. This is just the most current step on this life voyage. We are proud of all your many and varied accomplishments, navigating school and the pandemic, being a student athlete and choosing a degree and path that is true to your spirit. Happy to celebrate you and the class of ‘23. CONGRATULATIONS!🎓 Mom and Dad

Kerri and Jim
Parent

I am so proud of all of you for persevering through such difficult times. College, under the best of circumstances, is hard. I imagine there were times some of you wondered if you would make it through. Nonetheless, you did it!!! I hope you feel very good about yourselves. Congratulations.

Jane Larson
Parent

Congratulations to Drew & Chloe! So proud of both of you & all of your accomplishments in these past 4 years at UCSC! Can't wait to see where life takes you both next. XOXO

Julie & Dave Koesel
Parent

Happy Graduation Son , you proved that anything is Possible we are overwhelmed and you make me the proudest Father Thank you and Congratulations on your Achivement , Now Go and make an Impactful life, we love you and Goodluck we are always here for you!

Allan Soriano
Parent

Our granddaughter, Theresa Renée Bostic (“Teri”). is a kind, empathetic, inspiring and honorable human being, who’s also wise, perceptive, intelligent, accomplished and fun to be with! We send her lifelong blessings for love, joy, health, prosperity and unlimited continued success!! Constance Bostic Johnson & Louis Johnson

Constance Bostic Johnson
Family

Congrats to Hexe Harvey on your degree in history! We love you and are so proud of you! Love mom, dad, and Zak.

Tracy Tennenhouse
Parent

Gordo, We are so proud of you and all you have accomplished. You have overcome so much during your journey at UCSC, and still you SHINE! May the lessons you’ve learned and wisdom you have earned guide your new journey. You are destined for greatness, so reach for the stars. We are always here for you. With lots of love, Gordo

Irma Reyburn
Family

Congratulations Z on your graduation!!!!

Doug Hasell
Family

Congratulations Terry! Aunty is so proud of you and your achievement. On to the next chapter of your life. I can’t wait to see the woman you will become. We love you so much and are blessed to have a beautiful and intelligent niece.

Lori Louangamath
Family

Congratulations Ms. Theresa Bostic! You have achieved something truly remarkable. Your knowledge, wisdom and experiences will help you pursue bigger and better opportunities in your career. We are so proud of you and the beautiful person you have become. We love you and are praying for you as you continue to be successful!

Robert Louangamath
Family

We are so proud of you Teri! CONGRATS! Love, Belle, James & Bubba

Maribelle Bostic
Parent