
Passing the tape: Athletic training student receives mentorship from AU alumna
During a clinical rotation, Khya Phillippe ’25, ’26 MSAT learned the ropes of athletic training from someone who once stood in her shoes — Tori Agundez ’24 MSAT.
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During a clinical rotation, Khya Phillippe ’25, ’26 MSAT learned the ropes of athletic training from someone who once stood in her shoes — Tori Agundez ’24 MSAT.
What started as research for her senior capstone has culminated in the publication of her book: “Borinquen is Our Homeland, But Aurora is Our Home.”
With help from his AU business education and Marine Corps training, Daniel Cuevas ’24 purchased Banana Split, the local ice cream shop he adored, when he was 28 years old.
Alayna Nosalik ’26 shares reflections on her experiences at AU, the value of exploring new skills, and what’s next as she prepares for her final year.
As soccer director at the Aurora Township Youth Center and the Aurora Eagles Soccer Club, Joseph Dadara ’18 helps local youth players find their way both on and off the field.