Kimberly Bond

Statistics & Psychology
San Diego, Calif.

What was your favorite class and why?  

My favorite and most impactful class was The Psychology of Wisdom with Professor Robert Sternberg. It pushed me to think beyond academics and reflect on my values, priorities and long-term goals. We talked about the kind of intelligence that really matters in life, not just grades, but how to make thoughtful, ethical decisions. This class challenged me to slow down, consider multiple perspectives and build a more intentional future.

What is your main extracurricular activity and why is it important to you? 

My main extracurricular activity is Cornell Women’s Club Water Polo, where I’ve served as president, captain and treasurer. What I value most about the team is the strong sense of community. We’ve built an environment that’s inclusive, supportive, and welcoming to everyone, regardless of experience level. The team has become a space where students can stay active, have fun, and find balance amid the academic pressures at Cornell. Being part of that growth and helping to shape the culture of the team has been one of the most meaningful parts of my college experience.

How have your beliefs or perspectives changed since you first arrived at Cornell? 

When I first arrived, I felt pressure to figure everything out: my major, career path, and long-term goals. But over time, I’ve realized how important it is to stay open and give yourself grace. I’ve changed my major, explored new fields and challenged myself in ways I never expected. I’ve discovered that growth isn’t linear, and success doesn’t come from having a perfect plan but rather from staying resilient, curious and true to what matters most to you.

Who or what influenced your Cornell education the most? 

A number of professors and peers have strongly influenced my education. In statistics, professors like Melissa Smith and David Kent fostered my learning and deepened my understanding of the subject. In psychology, classes with Tom Gilovich and Robert Sternberg pushed me to think critically about human behavior and decision-making and helped me gain real-world applicable skills regarding understanding human behavior. My Cornell experience was also highly impacted by the individuals in communities I participate in on campus; whether they are classmates, peers or close friends, they have supported me incredibly throughout my four years at Cornell. 

Every year, our faculty nominate graduating Arts & Sciences students to be featured as part of our Extraordinary Journeys series.Read more about the Class of 2025.

More News from A&S

Princeton Elite
Sat., May 17 | Weaver Stadium
Live Results | Schedule
 
PRINCETON, N.J. – As it prepares for the NCAA East First Round after winning its 23rd Outdoor Ivy Heptagonal Championship, the Princeton men’s track and field team will first return home for the Princeton Elite on Saturday, May 17 in Weaver Stadium.

Last weekend in New Haven, the Tigers won the 2025 Ivy Outdoor Heptagonal Championships to complete the program’s 12th all-time and second-consecutive Triple Crown. 

 

With a final score of 212.5, Princeton took the title, defeating second-place Harvard, who had 128 points.

 

The Tigers boasted five individual championships. Greg Foster won the long jump and the 110 hurdles, while Jackson Clarke won the 200, Harrison Witt won the 1500, and Casey Helm won the discus. 

 

In the All-Ivy Awards, announced on Tuesday, Princeton boasted four First Team All-Ivy and 14 Second Team All-Ivy selections.

Jason Vigilante and his staff were unanimously named the 2025 Ivy Outdoor Coaching Staff of the Year. 

 

Last year, Princeton sent 22 Tigers to the NCAA East First Round, with three advancing to Eugene for the NCAA Championships.

Currently, 19 Tigers are set to qualify for regionals, with more looking to qualify this weekend in Weaver. 

 

 

 

LONG BEACH, Calif. – Head Coach Amy Wright and the Long Beach State Women’s Basketball team announced the addition of senior transfer Khylee Pepe to the team for the 2025-26 season.

“We are excited to welcome Khylee back home to the Beach,” said Long Beach State Head Coach Amy Wright. “Khylee will add a toughness and maturity to our talented team along with the skill and knowledge of being a unit on the offensive and defensive end. She will bring passion every day in practice and game. We can’t wait for the Long Beach community to embrace her and the Pepe family.”

Pepe, a 5-foot-11 guard comes to the Beach from San Diego State where she played for the first three seasons of her collegiate career. During her time with the Aztecs, Pepe was an integral part of the team, coming off the bench in 92 games over three seasons with five starts. She owns career-highs of 15 points, 13 rebounds, and five steals, while collecting multiple steals in 12 games in her junior campaign.

Prior to her time at SDSU, Pepe was a consensus four-star recruit, ranked No. 83 in the country by ESPNW. She was a four-time all-state selection in California and two-time league MVP. In her senior year at Bishop Montgomery High School, Pepe earned her third First-Team All-Del Rey League selection on her way to helping her team win a league championship and an appearance in the CIF-SS quarterfinals. She concluded her prep career as one of two school record holders with 41 points in a single game.

She attended Mater Dei as a freshman where she was a Second Team All-County selection as she helped the Monarchs capture the Trinity League Title and finish fourth in the CIF-SS Open Division.

Coming to the Beach allows the Long Beach, Calif., native to conclude her collegiate career at home.

Pepe comes from a long line of athletes as her brother Kobe played football at USC, her father Paapaa played football at Humboldt State, and her uncles Jesse and Roman played football for the San Francisco 49ers and Oregon State, respectively.

Pepe will be pursuing a master’s degree in the sports management graduate program while at Long Beach State University.

 

RENO, Nev. – Nevada volleyball is set to host two summer camps in July for athletes ranging from kindergarten all the way to 12th grade.

The first of the two will take place from the 7th until the 12th. Days one and two are the “All Skills” and “Youth and Little Spikers” camps.

The All Skills portion is for grades 6th-9th and is an immersive experience that extends beyond skill development, allowing players to explore various positions and engage in competitive match play. This camp is geared toward teaching each athlete the basic movements and fundamentals of volleyball, and will not be position specific; however, they will be placed in a position for different drills. They will be given opportunities to change positions if so desired. 

The Youth and Little Spikers camp is for boys and girls entering kindergarten through fifth graders. This camp provides a fun opportunity for young volleyball players to learn the fundamentals of the game. Each camper will develop their skills in passing, setting, hitting and serving. 

The remainder of the first camp is for grades 9th-12th. There will be multiple sessions where players can learn passing, setting, attacking, serving and defense. 

The second camp will be from July 14th to the 16th and is for grades 9th-12th who aspire to play at the college level. It provides a valuable chance for athletes to enhance their skills in a competitive environment, giving them the opportunity to play alongside the University of Nevada’s team players. The training primarily focuses on skill development tailored to each participants position, fostering teamwork and preparing them for collegiate-level play.

There are options to stay overnight and truly get the full college experience, or commute.

For more information, including specific dates, times and prices, click here.

 

BOCA RATON, Fla. – Florida Atlantic women’s basketball continues to add depth at the guard position as Head Coach LeAnn Freeland welcomes graduate guard Destyne Jackson from Memphis.
 
Jackson, a native of Lexington, Kentucky, joins the Owls for her final collegiate season after three seasons at Memphis.
 
“Destyne is a dynamic point guard who will set the tone on both ends of the floor,” Coach Freeland said. “Because of her speed and lateral quickness, she was a defensive stopper at Memphis and Wright State. In our offensive system, we expect her to lead our transition and put up big numbers in the half-court. Destyne has tremendous confidence and experience in the American Athletic Conference, which will enable her to make a big impact this season. Our staff is excited to announce Destyne is an Owl!”
 
During her senior season, Jackson appeared in 29 games and made two starts for the Tigers. She finished seventh on the team in scoring, scoring in double-figures five times. She scored a season-high 11 points against UAB and East Carolina. Jackson also dished out a career-best five assists twice at Tulane and East Carolina.
 
In her first season at Memphis, Jackson competed in all 33 games, averaging just under 21 minutes per contest for the Tigers. She scored double-figures three times and ranked third on the team in assists. She posted a season-high 14 points against Southern Illinois, shooting 5-of-6 from beyond the arc.
 
Prior to joining the Tigers, Jackson played her freshman and sophomore seasons at Wright State.
 
As a sophomore, Jackson averaged 13.4 points per game, good for second on the team, while shooting a team-best 32 percent from 3-point range for the Raiders. Jackson scored a career-best 22 points, shooting 60 percent (9-of-15) from the field and 33 percent (1-of-3) from beyond the arc against Northern Kentucky. She also tied a career-best six rebounds twice against IUPUI and Youngstown State.
 
In her first collegiate season, Jackson helped lead the Raiders to the Horizon League regular-season championship and tournament championship, earning Wright State’s third NCAA Tournament appearance. In the opening round against Arkansas, Jackson played a season-best 33 minutes, scoring seven points and collecting four rebounds to help the No. 13 seed Raiders upset No. 4 seed Arkansas, 66-62, and punch their ticket to the second round.
 
Jackson graduated from Frederick Douglass High School. She averaged just under 27 points per game, in addition to collecting eight rebounds and five steals per game for the Broncos. She was named an All-State Third Team member, the City Player of the Year, and was also an All-11th Region Team, All-City First Team, All-District Team, and the 2018 Lexington Prep Player of the Year. Jackson finished her high school career with 1,429 career points.
 

Season ticket renewals are now available, click here to renew your season tickets for the 2025-26 season. If interested in purchasing new season tickets, fill out the season ticket interest form here.
 

For updates, follow @FAUWBB_Hoops on X and @FAUWBB on Instagram, or like Florida Atlantic Women’s Basketball on Facebook.
 

The No. 15-seed Indian River High School boys’ volleyball team dropped their DIAA state playoff opener at No. 2 ranked Salesianum on Tuesday, May 13. The Indians finished the season with a 9-5 won-lost record.

IRHS lost their third straight match in straight sets, by the scores of 25-19, 25-17 and 25-15.

The highlight of their season was a six-game winning streak during April 3-29.

The Sallies (15-1) advanced to the quarterfinals, where they will play Henlopen Conference member Cape Henlopen this Friday beginning at 5 p.m. The No. 10-seed Vikings (9-4) defeated No. 7-ranked Christiana on Tuesday, 3-1.

Dover 3, Indian River 0

The Indians dropped their second straight match on Wednesday, May 7, to their Henlopen Conference rivals, finishing the regular season at 9-5.

The Senators defeated IRHS in straight sets, by the scores of 25-22 and 25-18 twice.

Senior outside hitter Johnny Di Carlo led the Indians with 10 kills, while senior libero Evan Forjan and junior setter Zach Hirn contributed 12 and 11 digs, respectively.

Dover junior Kevin Boateng led the Senators with 15 kills, and senior Angelo Castro and sophomore Aiden Cook added 18 and 12 digs, respectively. Senior Kingston Anthony dealt 29 assists.