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Messages for the Class of 2023

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Congratulations my darling sweet daughter! I love you so much, and honored to be your mother. I am so proud and look forward to standing beside you as you enter the next phase of your journey. As your Nana has always shared; Conceive it Believe it Achieve it And so it is! Love, Mamabear

Michelle Louangamath
Parent

Congratulations to UCSC CLASS OF 2023 👏🏻🎓 Cheers!!!🥂

Anonymous
Parent

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Congratulations Paolo on your well deserved success! We are more than proud & grateful to have been blessed with a son like you. Continue chasing your dreams & cherish every moment of life.There is a bright future ahead of you. We love you & will always be here for you. God bless! Love from family- proud parents, sibling, grandparents & loved ones.

Anonymous
Parent

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Yu Han (Belle), Congratulations for this successful step and so proud of you. This is a beginning of a new journey and new life. Have fun!! May all the happiness be with you forever

YuSheng Lin, Parent
Parent

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Congratulations EMILY, FIDEL,BLAKE!!! We very proud of your accomplishments Love you all ❤️❤️❤️🎊👩🏽‍🎓🧑🏽‍🎓 Gaby, Tere, Paloma, Julien

Gabriela Gómez
Parent

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Sici :) All our Dreams Come True—— If we have the Courage to Pursue Them!!!! YOU DID IT Congratulations we very Proud of Your New accomplished in life We love You and always have our support and be there to celebrate with you!! Love You:) Mama :) Tia :) Paloma:) Julien:)

Anonymous
Parent

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Congratulations Betsy! We love you so much and we are so proud of you. When you go out into the world, always remember the wisdom you've gained from your time at UCSC: "Go Banana Slugs! No known predators!" We can't wait to see all the great things you do in the future. Love, Mom, Dad, Charlie and Molly

Margaret, Tim, Charlie and Molly Brady
Family

Congratulations Dr. Dee, I am so proud of all your accomplishments. Love you!!!

Anonymous
Parent

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Feels like it has all gone by in a blink of an eye. We’re so proud of you and all that you have accomplished. We love you! 🐋❤️

Gene Coo
Parent

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Destin, Congratulations! I'm so proud of you! You've done so much in a short time, burning the candle at both ends. You ran your own company and still got good grades! You have shown that you're capable of anything you set your mind to and I will always be here to support and celebrate you. Follow your passions and believe in yourself! Love Always, Mom

Shalimar Verini-Barker
Parent

Paul, we are so proud of you! Not even a pandemic can keep you down. I know your future is bright and I can’t wait to see what lies ahead of you! XOXO

Hillary
Parent

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Congratulations Kelsey! We are so proud of you and look forward to seeing what your future holds!

Janice Hing
Parent

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Congratulations, Alex, we are so proud of you for your successes in both the classroom and the ring through all 4 years of college, even with the interruption of Covid. It was a unique and challenging time period to be in college, but you fought through, held strong and did it! Love, Mom & Dad

Kevin & Jennifer Mintz
Parent

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Congratulations Sarah!!! You did it. We are so proud of you. You have accomplished so much. We can not wait to see what the future holds for you. 👩🏻‍🎓🥰❤️. Love you, Mom and Dad

Lisa Castellanos
Parent

Sean, congratulations we are so proud of you and your achievements we wish you luck in your future endeavors love and hugs. your grandparents John and Jo Ann Abdulla

John and Jo Ann Abdulla
Family

Ava Jeanne Kotler, We are in awe of your accomplishments and the joy that you bring to all of those around you!! Carpe Diem!! You have made those that came before us so incredibly proud. All of our love, your biggest fans-Mom, Dad, Kirra, Blue, Shady, Hercules, Liberace, Smokey, Bandit, Limpy, Speedbump, Spicoli and Leo

Kirby and Honore Kotler
Parent

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Dear Andrea, We are so proud and honored to be celebrating graduation with you !!! Congratulations and here's to your new future!!! Remember this achievement and never doubt yourself when facing new decisions!! We love you, Your family

virginia carrizo
Parent

Zion, Congratulations on this huge achievement. Not very many people can say they are a college graduate ( including myself--Becky is the smart one ;) Becky & I are very proud of the man you have become. We look forward to seeing you. Carpe Diem !!!!

Billy Pfeifer
Family

Amanda K!! We are so proud of you and all your hard work and dedication!!! We cant wait to see where your next adventure takes you!!! Love you, Mom, Dad, Grant, Georgia and Cocoa!!!!

Anonymous
Parent

Congratulations Juliet Warlick on your graduation!! We are so proud of you! You're going to accomplish great things in your life. We love you so much. Mom and Dad

Suzannah Warlick
Parent

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Max, We are so very, very proud of you. From starting your Freshman year at home during Covid to graduating a year early…hard work and perseverance…well done! We love you very much! Love Mom, Dad, Theo and Elsa p.s. Happy 21st Birthday!

Mom and Dad
Parent

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Mikayla Kauinana-We are so honored to celebrate you, immensely proud of your accomplishments, and forever love you! Keep doing great things, holding the values that make you YOU! Congratulations dearest daughter and granddaughter!

Kauinana Family- Proud Parents, Siblings and Grandparents
Parent

Robert, we are so very proud of your amazing accomplishments at UCSC! It was a challenging and interesting 4 years at home, off campus, and on campus, but you made it through. May you find meaningful work to match your passion for history and politics and make your mark on the world.

Jennifer Corning
Parent

Professor Steven McCarty of San Joaquin Delta College, a fellow Irishman, helped me find a voice and a purpose: to find myself through service to others
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Colm Fitzgerald
Grad

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Congratulations Andrea! Since the beginning of your college career in 2017 you quickly found your path and graduated with double majors. UCSC left such an impression that straight afterwards you pursued a master’s degree. Your drive and dedication paid off and we couldn’t be more proud of you! Love you so much and you continue to be a special blessing!

Elvira Estrada
Parent

Congratulations Zion!! We are very happy to hear and very proud of you!! Best wishes to you!! Love you so much!!

Zion Pfeiffer
Family

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Congratulations to our creative and ever-resourceful Baskin Engineering graduates! We are so proud of how you have persevered through all the turbulence of the past few years. You inspire us, and we look forward to the great contributions you will make in the world as Baskin Engineers. Please stay in touch!

Abigail Kaun
Staff

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Way to go, Kaitlyn! You've persevered, worked hard, and reached this goal. As you keep moving forward I know that you will find that your passions will lead to your success. You're going to be fantastic!! Love you, kiddo!

Rachel Goodwin
Parent

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Congratulations Sarah Castellanos and the UCSC Class of 2023!!! You make us all proud—keep learning and soaring YaYa. Love, Auntie Lori

Lori Murphy
Family

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Congrats to these beautiful souls💖

D and B
Parent

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I am so proud of both of you, Alex and Emma, you guys worked hard and now watch out world!! Love you to the moon and back Mom

Heidi Trottno
Parent

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Happy Graduation to Kayla, Bailee, Serena, and Anson! Congrats on your accomplishments!

Parents of Kayla
Parent

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Congratulations Olivia!! I am so proud of your hard work and dedication. You have always been a free-spirit with a good heart and a dream to make this planet a better place. Now, take what you have learned and share it with the world. You are an amazing human! Go out into the world and treat people with kindness 💕. Love, your fairy godmother

Norma Pederson
Family

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Congratulations Eli Lewis! I am so proud of you! You are an amazing and extraordinary person and son! I love you so much, Mom xoxo

Lisa Lewis
Parent

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Congratulations Zion! I am so proud of You Z! The first pivotal moment where I saw a glimpse of the amazing accomplishments awaiting you was when you were 5 years old playing soccer for AYSO.From midfield, the ball came and without hesitation you plowed your right foot into it causing to to sail into the goal with one bounce!GOAL! Love you Z! Fasha

Thomas M. Pfeifer
Parent

We always knew you would make it and now it is official - Graduate - someone in heaven is also sending Congratulations!

Carol Pfeifer
Family

I would not have been able to do this alone. Professors with open arms and classmates with open hearts, a community of love and acceptance. Im ready to change the world around me for the better. Congrats my fellow slugs !!!
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Surysadai Sanchez-Silva
Grad

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Congratulations Bethany!! We are all so incredibly proud of you and how far you've came. We can't wait to see all the wonderful things you will do in your future. May you lead in this next chapter of your life with great success. Enjoy this special day, you deserve it the most. We love you so much! Love, your family:)

Anonymous
Family

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Congrats to Kayla Nguyen! Your determination and hard work made this day come to fruition. Today we celebrate not only your success, but also your strength of character and perseverance. We love you and couldn’t be more proud as your parents. We’re so proud of your accomplishments and of the person that you've become. Wishing you a very bright future!

Chi Le
Parent

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Ashton, We couldn't be more proud of you and impressed by you! Your determination and drive brought you to where you are today. Savor this moment. The world is now yours to go into and make an enormous impact in the way only you can. We love you. Auntie Tara, Uncle Roger and B PS - don't forget to be silly and smile, always let your like shine.

Anonymous
Family