Meet the 2025 Smith College Medalists
Alum News
Four extraordinary alums will receive the Smith College Medal at Rally Day in February, in recognition of their contributions to their communities and the world.
Published September 12, 2024
This year’s medalists, announced at a faculty meeting in September, are:
- Historian Nancy Weiss Malkiel ’65
- Venture capitalist and entrepreneur Deborah Farrington ’72
- Engineer Iris González ’11
- Entrepreneur Margaret Nyamumbo ’11
This year’s honorees will receive their medals at Smith’s annual Rally Day ceremony on Thursday, Feb. 20, at 1:30 p.m. in John M. Greene Hall. Classes are canceled for the occasion, which marks the first time seniors publicly wear their graduation gowns—along with inventive hats—in keeping with the day’s spirit of Smith pride.
The Smith Medal was established in 1962 to recognize alums who exemplify in their lives and work “the true purpose” of a liberal arts education. More than 200 outstanding alumnae have received the award in recognition of their professional achievements and outstanding service.