THE PURPOSE OF THIS WEBSITE

This site was created to connect and reconnect with Alumni and Friends (Faculty, Staff, Parents, and other Supporters)  of Allderdice High School. To join the Alumni and Friends of Allderdice (AFA), please register by completing your profile, following the instructions under the "Join our website" tab in the upper menu.

Our site is private, and all contact information that is entered is kept confidential, unless you choose to share it with other members.   Please click on the  JOIN OUR WEBSITE  tab  at the top of the page to learn how to register, and review the   Frequently Asked Questions  (FAQs)  from the menu on the left  for additional information about this website.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SEEKING 2025 HALL OF FAME NOMINATIONS 

The 2025 Allderdice Hall of Fame induction ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, April 10, 2025, and we are seeking nominees!  To submit nominations, please select one of these options:

1-Complete the nomination form online at:

https://forms.gle/FtcydB4zRCHcPrU96

2-Open the nomination form by clicking on the link below:  

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Please print the form and complete it as instructed.  The nomination form is also available by selecting the "Nomination form" option from the Hall of Fame tab at the top of this home page.  A list of previous honorees is available from the Hall of Fame tab. The deadline for submitting nominations is December 2, 2024.  

Nominees who are selected to be honored, but who cannot attend the 2025 ceremony, will be considered in future years.

Hall of Fame Committee

The responsibilities of Hall of Fame (HOF) committee members are to: 1-Review nominations for HOF honorees carefully and vote for their top candidates AND 2-Participate in planning and/or execution of Hall of Fame-related activities (e.g., event promotion, logistical coordination, communication with honorees, refreshments, school visit).

If you are interested in joining the HOF committee, please contact us at allderdice1927@gmail.com by December 2, 2024.

AFA Seeking Volunteers

We're looking for (more) volunteers!

To help the Alumni and Friends of Allderdice more effectively pursue our mission and support our community, we are seeking additional volunteers to participate in our activities (e.g., website updates, fundraising, Hall of Fame) and to help with our communications with the school, alumni, and reunion groups.  If you are interested in working with us, please email your name, Allderdice affiliation, interests, and  availability to: allderdice1927@gmail.com

Thank you very much!

Class of 2015: 10-year reunion planning!

Attention class of 2015, your 10 year class reunion planning is officially underway! More details will be available in the coming weeks, so your Planning Committee Co-Chairs are asking that you join the Facebook group (Allderdice class of 2015 | 10 year reunion) as well as register your alumni profile on this Alumni and Friends of Allderdice website. Please email http://dicereunion2015@gmail.com if you have any questions or if you would like to join the planning committee!

Our 2024 Hall of Fame Honorees!

Honorees seated in the front row (from left to right):

Aleta (Williams) Richards, DBA, MBA  (1983) is an executive whose leadership has been recognized internationally.  She has guided key components of the corporate enterprise for Bayer and Covestro.

Robert A. Weinberg, PhD (1960) is a biomedical researcher who studies the origins of cancer.  His groundbreaking research includes the discovery of the first human oncogene.

Stewart O'Nan, MFA (1979) is a best-selling author of more than 20 books.  His award-winning works span multiple genres, feature Pittsburgh as a setting, and have been adapted to film.

Craig Sable, MD (1981) is a pediatric cardiologist with expertise in rheumatic heart disease.  His international work includes establishing lifesaving capacities in developing nations.

Susie Spodek, on behalf of her father, Howard Spodek, PhD (1959), who was a renowned global history scholar with expertise in South Asia and will be honored posthumously.  He authored The World's History, a textbook used worldwide at the university level. 

2023 Hall of Fame Honorees!

(2023 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony: May 4, 2023)

We proudly announce our 2023 Hall of Fame Honorees

Marvin Fein, JD, LLM (1956) is an attorney whose 60-year career includes being a founding member and Director of the Pennsylvania Environmental Strike Force, the first cohort of lawyers to enforce environmental laws in the state. As Deputy City Solicitor in the 1980s, he is credited by the sports media with helping to prevent the Pittsburgh Pirates from relocating.

Coach Edward Flynn (Teaching Faculty 1973-2012; Coaching 1981-) is marking his 42nd consecutive year at Allderdice, teaching biology for 31 years and continuing his winning tradition of coaching sports teams to championships. The current cross country and track teams benefit from his guidance, adopting healthy habits, enjoying team camaraderie, and persevering for their “PRs” in life.

Julieanne Himelstein, JD (1974)  is a former Assistant United States Attorney whose career at the U.S. Attorney's Office at the District of Columbia included more than 100 jury trials involving rape, sex exploitation and trafficking of children, public corruption, and terrorism. She was the co-lead prosecutor in the trial against one of the leaders of the attack on the U.S. Mission in Benghazi, Libya.

Ronald Rabinowitz, MD (1960), Professor and Chief of Pediatric Urology at the University of Rochester and Historian for the American Urological Association, is an internationally renowned expert in pediatric urology and urologic history and education.  He is dedicated to treating congenital urologic problems, research, teaching, and organizational leadership in pediatric urology and the history of urology. 

Rosanne Skirble, MA (1966) is a bilingual journalist, environmental activist, teacher and philanthropist whose 36-year career with the Voice of America (VOA) included reporting in English and Spanish on breaking science, health, and environmental news. Her achievements at VOA included hosting its premier science program and establishing its first environment beat to cover national and international climate issues.

The induction ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 4, 2023 in the Allderdice auditorium from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM.  The media release is available at:

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Please join us to celebrate our honorees!

2021 Nobel  Laureate Reflects on his time at Allderdice

Joshua P. Angrist, PhD (Allderdice '77), Nobel Prize winner in Economics, describes his high school days in this online Post Gazette article:

https://www.post-gazette.com/business/career-workplace/2021/10/18/Joshua-Angrist-Nobel-Prize-in-economics-Pittsburgh-Allderdice-High-School-grad-Shadyside-Squirrel-Hill/stories/202110150064

Allderdice Alumnus Receives 2021 Nobel Prize in Economics 

Joshua Angrist, PhD (Allderdice Class of 1977) is one of three recipients of the 2021 Nobel Prize in Economics!  News reports include:  Trilbune-Review (https://triblive.com/local/family-celebrates-nobel-prize-winner-from-pittsburgh/), MIT News (https://news.mit.edu/2021/mit-economist-joshua-angrist-shares-nobel-prize-1011), and Pittsburgh Post Gazette (https://www.post-gazette.com/local/city/2021/10/11/Joshua-Angrist-Nobel-Prize-for-economics-Pitt-MIT-natural-experiments-econometrics/stories/202110110109).  Congratulations Dr. Angrist!

Announcing 2020 Hall of Fame Honorees!

The AFA proudly announces these 2020 Hall of Fame Honorees: 

Ellis D. Avner, MD (1966), Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics and Physiology at the Medical College of Wisconsin, was a renowned pediatric kidney specialist with expertise in polycystic kidney disease (PKD) who had earned teaching and research honors.  He retired in 2015 from directing the Multidisciplinary Program for Childhood PKD at the Children’s Hospital and Health System of Wisconsin.

Michele Brourman (1964) is an award-winning composer, performer, producer, and musical director. Her songs, which include the classic "My Favorite Year,” have been recorded by Reba McIntyre, Michael Feinstein, Dame Cleo Laine, Olivia Newton-John, Jean Smart, and Dixie Carter.  Her work has been featured in television, theater productions, and in 20 animated features for children.

Judith (Loftin) Davenport, DMD, MPH (1957) is a retired dentist, businesswoman, and civic leader.  She and her husband founded the Sheridan Broadcasting Corporation, which became one of the largest African American-owned broadcasting companies. She served on boards, including The Heinz Endowments and The Corporation for Public Broadcasting and has been recognized for her philanthropy.

Nathaniel Philbrick, MA (1974) is an award-winning author, sailor, and Nantucket historian.  His New York Times bestseller In the Heart of the Sea won the National Book Award in 2000 and was the basis of the 2015 film directed by Ron Howard.  He has published seven additional bestsellers including Mayflower, a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in history, and Valiant Ambition, winner of the George Washington Prize. 

William Rubenstein, JD (1978) a Professor of Law at Harvard Law School, is an expert in civil rights advocacy and complex litigation.  He worked for the American Civil Liberties Union’s National LGBT and AIDS Projects, litigating complex civil rights cases, including the landmark case in which New York’s highest court became the first in the country to recognize a gay couple as a legal family. 

Allderdice Spiritwear Sale

Is it time for some new Allderdice gear? The Allderdice PTO is selling spiritwear (zip-up hoodies, t-shirts, crewneck sweatshirts, drawstring bags) online: https://allderdice-pto.square.site/  Purchases can be picked up at the school or mailed to you. Profits from spiritwear sales will fund the PTO's efforts to support school activities.  

Dr. Frances Arnold Visits Allderdice

On Monday, May 13, Nobel Prize winner Dr. Frances Arnold (Class of '74) visited Allderdice before delivering the opening keynote address at Pittsburgh's annual Life Sciences week, sponsored by the Pittsburgh Innovation District.  While at Allderdice, Dr. Arnold graciously answered questions posed by students with special interests in science.  She also had the opportunity to reunite with Mr. William Fisher (Allderdice principal, 1971-1991)! More coverage is available in The Pittsburgh Post Gazette article written by Gary Rotstein (Class of '76) and accompanying videos: https://www.post-gazette.com/news/education/2019/05/13/Frances-Arnold-Allderdice-graduate-Nobel-Prize-students-Life-Sciences-Week/stories/201905130103   

2019 Hall of Fame Honorees Announced

The AFA proudly announces this year's inductees:

Patrick Ball, PhD (1983) - Statistician

Jeffrey Ballou, MA (1985) - Journalist

Daniel Borzutzky, MFA (1992) - Poet

Marsha Lillie-Blanton, DrPH (1971) - Public health professional

Edgar Snyder, JD (1959) - Attorney

The Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held at 7PM on March 28, 2019 at Pittsburgh Allderdice High School.  All are welcome!

AFA receives 501(c)(3) status!

The Board of Directors of Alumni and Friends of Allderdice Inc. (AFA) is pleased to announce that we have received our 501(c)(3) non-profit status! We are ready to collect contributions to support our mission: To facilitate relationships among alumni and friends of Allderdice and to support excellence and well-being at Pittsburgh Allderdice High School.  Donors will receive an acknowledgment letter to document their tax-exempt donation.  To make a donation, please send checks along with this form to:

Alumni and Friends of Allderdice

2409 Shady Avenue

Pittsburgh, PA 15217

For further information about donations, please review the information provided within the "Supporting the AFA" tab on the menu to the left.  Please consider an end-of-year donation to support the AFA!

WESA Series -- Dividing Lines: The Shape of Education in Pittsburgh

WESA (90.5FM), Pittsburgh's NPR news station, is featuring a series that may be of interest to AFA members called Dividing Lines: The Shape of Education in Pittsburgh: http://www.wesa.fm/programs/dividing-lines-shape-education-pittsburgh

Nobel Laureate Reflects on Her Days at Allderdice

Frances H. Arnold, PhD (1974), Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry, describes her high school days in this online Post Gazette article and video clip: http://www.post-gazette.com/news/science/2018/10/11/Nobel-winner-pittsburgh-chemistry-Allderdice-Caltech-Frances-Arnold-life/stories/201810110042?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=most-emailed-local&utm_campaign=Headlines-Newsletter

More on Dr. Arnold's childhood in Pittsburgh was published as a front page story in Sunday's Post Gazette: http://www.post-gazette.com/news/science/2018/10/16/Frances-Arnold-Nobel-Prize-chemistry-Pittsburgh-Edgewood-Allderdice-Caltech-enzyme-research/stories/201810130004

Allderdice Alumna Receives 2018 Nobel Prize in Chemistry 

Frances Arnold, PhD (Class of 1974) is one of three recipients of the 2018 Nobel Prize in Chemistry!  News reports include:  NPR (https://www.npr.org/2018/10/03/653915709/nobel-prize-in-chemistry-honors-the-power-of-evolution) and CNN (https://www.cnn.com/2018/10/03/europe/nobel-chemistry-prize-2018-intl/index.html).  Congratulations Dr. Arnold!

2018 Hall of Fame Honorees Announced

The AFA proudly announces this year's inductees: