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Student-Athletes Who Graduated with Honors

Through the generous support of Tulane alumnus Don Peters and his wife, Lora, every year Tulane Athletics recognizes student-athletes who graduate with honors. Their names are displayed on a “Graduated with Honors” wall in the Don and Lora Peters Academic Center. Don Peters graduated from Tulane in 1981 and has been a longtime supporter of the university.

Summer 2025
Chun Jie K. Ricci wearing sunglasses and a life jacket smiles confidently while steering a sailboat. The blue sail is raised, and the water is slightly choppy.

Chun Jie K. Ricci
Sailing
BA: Sociology, BA: Communication
summa cum laude

Athlete in black sportswear and sunglasses jumps to hit a volleyball mid-air on a sunny beach court, while teammate watches from behind, sand flying, vibrant energy.

Emily Heintzelman
Beach Volleyball
BS: Exercise Science
summa cum laude

Raquel Shulman sails a boat on choppy waters, leaning back with a determined expression. They wear sunglasses, a cap, and a life jacket.

Raquel Shulman 
Sailing
BA: English, BA: Sociology
magna cum laude

Volleyball player in a green jersey, number 13, prepares to set the ball near the net, displaying focus and concentration. Indoor court setting.

Laura Fiabane 
Women’s Volleyball
BS: Chemistry
magna cum laude

A female beach volleyball player in a black jersey jumps to hit a ball midair. She wears sunglasses and a visor. Blue sky and flags in the background.

Samantha Green 
Beach Volleyball
BS: Cellular and Molecular Biology
magna cum laude

Athlete in green uniform runs on an indoor track, displaying focus and determination. Her hair flows behind, with a blurred background of a sports facility.

Macy Turcotte
Women’s Track & Field and Cross Country
BS: Mathematics, BS: Economics
cum laude

Young woman with curly hair smiling confidently, wearing a green Tulane athletic tank top, arms crossed. Studio backdrop with a focused, positive vibe.

Emma Simons
Women’s Track & Field
BS: Economics
cum laude

Two sailing teammates in life vests sail a small white boat on a sunny day. The water glistens, and a city skyline is visible in the background.

Elizabeth Spearman
Sailing
BS: Psychology
cum laude

Football player in a light blue Tulane jersey, arms crossed, looking confident. White background, short brown hair, calm expression.

Jonathan Kahn
Football
BA: Philosophy, BA: Homeland Security Studies
cum laude

Young woman in a green athletic swinsuit with crossed arms, smiling confidently.

Rachel Casebolt
Women’s Swimming & Diving
BA: Political Science
cum laude

A female tennis player wearing a white outfit passionately celebrates with a fist pump on an outdoor court, holding a red racket.

Katherine B. Theis
Women’s Tennis
BS: Psychology
cum laude

Athlete in green "Tulane" uniform mid-jump during an indoor track event. Arms raised, focused expression, bright gymnasium background.

Patricija Ozolina 
Women’s Track & Field
BS: Economics, BA: Health and Wellness
cum laude

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