Our Students Are Ambitious Learners

There's no such thing as the typical Graham student—and we like it that way.

We are an intellectual home for learners from all walks of life who seek to think critically and creatively, while building meaningful relationships. Below, we share a selection of stories featuring Graham School students and alumni.

A Lifelong Journey in the Liberal Arts, Together

A husband and wife student duo share their mutual love of the liberal arts.

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Donna and Tom Ioppolo standing in front of the Bean in Chicago

After 14 years, Classmates Keep Learning Together

A tight-knit group of older adults have taken continuing education courses at the Graham School for more than a decade.

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Graham students in a Zoom online class

A Memoir of Struggle and Triumph

Two-time Olympian and Writer’s Studio Alumnae Perdita Felicien discusses her memoir.

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My Mother's Daughter book cover