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Quicklinks:News from our Alums (continuted)
Stella Diaz '02: A Supermodel in the Making
Stella Díaz from the class of 2002 recently appeared on the NBC hit TV reality show “Swimsuit Sports Illustrated: Model Search.” She had the honor of being one of the twelve finalists out of thousands of applicants, and to be the only contestant from Puerto Rico. Once she arrived to L.A. she had her first runaway show, where she had to strut her stuff on the spot for the judges. The following day Stella gave 120% on the first photo shoot and made it to the next round amongst the remaining eight finalists. Unfortunately, Stella was eliminated in her second challenge despite her great performance.
This young lady enjoys all the activities a fun, free-spirited girl likes: the beach, dancing, the mall, writing poetry and spending time with friends and family. Currently in her third year at Sacred Heart University, PR, Stella is pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications with a major in Publicity and Public Relations. She definitely encompasses the perfect balance between brains and beauty. As a model, she has gained much recognition in the local industry, appearing in a variety of print advertisements and was a finalist in Miss Puerto Rico 2002. With her exposure in Sports Illustrated, we don’t doubt she’ll be breaking into the International market any time soon. Congratulations Stella on all your achievements… we’ll be watching!
Ocatvio Beristain
Octavio Beristain, who is a resident of Jalisco, México, graduated from Baldwin School in 1983. After graduation he attended Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston where he earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering, specializing in manufacturing. He then proceeded to Peoples College in Florida and continued his studies in Industrial Controls. Octavio is currently administrative manager for Selva Romántica, a resort in México. He also owns MicroSolutions, a computer equipment business, and OrBitoL, his latest achievement. He is also involved in a project for an ecological park, Oceanic Bio Dynamics, in Puerto Vallarta. Octavio sends special greetings to Annie Garcia and Mrs. Barbara Bilder.
Guess Who?
Ana Montalvo ’92, sends us this picture of former Baldwin high school professor, Mr. Kevin Shirley. Kevin is living in Washington, DC and recently opened his own realty business. If you need help or just want to drop a note you may do so at: 721 D Street SE, Washington, DC 20003 (202) 547-9200 Kevin@RealAstute.com
"Freelance Eddie"
Eduardo Rodríguez, from the class of 1996 writes, “just wanted to inform you that I have a portfolio web page online of some of my published/sold work and am officially (according to the IRS and US government) a freelance Multimedia Designer”. Check it out at www.ediran.com
A Blast from the Past
Fernando Alonso, class of ’87 and Puerto Rico Presidential Scholar for that year, wrote to us and gave us an update on his life. “After working for eight years at Westtown School, a Quaker boarding school outside of Philly, last year I left Westtown and joined the faculty at The Hotchkiss School, a boarding school in Lakeville, Connecticut. As I start my second year here I was named co-chair of the math department and dorm head for one of the upper class boy dorms. I love teaching and Baldwin was responsible for that”. You can reach Ferd at falonso@hotchkiss.org
