Congratulations to the three Arts & Science alumni who were named 2023 NYU Changemakers! Sharon Guynup (GSAS '99), Erin Schrode (CAS '13), and Rina Madhani (GLS '14) were recognized by the University for their mission to make the world a better place.
Three Arts & Science Alumni Named NYU Alumni Changemakers 2023
SHARON GUYNUP
GSAS '99
Science and Environmental Journalist, Producer, and Speaker
“I've spent so much of my career exposing threats to wildlife. Now I want to report on solutions.”
Investigative journalist, photographer, and explorer; devoted to wildlife conservation and nature's stories—illuminating critical environmental issues and catalyzing change
ERIN SCHRODE
CAS '13
Activist and Social Entrepreneur
“We want a generation of young people mobilized on issues of environmentalism, climate, and justice.”
Environmental champion and Turning Green founder, mobilizing youth worldwide, driving eco-consciousness, equity, and policy change
RINA MADHANI
GLS '14
Founder, Start Lighthouse
“Start Lighthouse can be a model to shrink the literacy gap, and I have national aspirations for it.”
Bridges educational gaps with books, self-created literacy kits, and programs for marginalized students, fostering belonging