Photos by Kristin Vartan and Family Photos via Kelly Sullenberger Then 14-year-old Kelly Sullenberger was in Leadership class when her mom called her out of school. But the reason was not for a planned “dentist appointment, or whatever reason your parents pick you up from school early,” Sullenberger said. “She picked me up, I got into the car and the first thing she said … [Read more...] about Living Life with Integrity and Initiative: What it Means to Be a Sullenberger Daughter
Michelle Obama
The End Of An Era
Image Courtesy of BSAI still remember fumbling through my purse, searching frantically for my badge. With only 10 minutes until 9 a.m., I still needed to walk through security and find my way to my office. Finally, I found it and, after security checks, I walked through the doors and up a set of rust-colored stairs. This was my normal path into the East Wing as an intern for … [Read more...] about The End Of An Era
Presidential fashion shapes history
A presidential tradition began at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History on Jan. 14. First lady Michelle Obama’s second inaugural gown is displayed to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the “First Ladies” exhibition at the Smithsonian. Custom-made by the renowned designer Jason Wu, the ruby-red halter gown shimmered onto the stage as President Barack Obama … [Read more...] about Presidential fashion shapes history