Anderson Cooper Profiles Success Of WA alumnus Jonathan Starr '94 On 60 Minutes
Anderson Cooper of 60 Minutes profiles Worcester Academy's Jonathan Starr '94 and the success of his Abaarso Schooll, which he founded in Somaliland in Africa in 2009! Many of his students (including several who have spent time studying at WA) have gone on to attend America's top colleges and universities.
60 Minutes | Anderson Cooper: Starr Students
Among those Abaarso scholars studying at WA was Mubarik Mohamoud '13, who was also interviewed for this story by Anderson Cooper. Mubarik will graduate from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) this spring. Other Abaarso School scholars who have attended Worcester Academy include Deqa Aden '14 (Grinnell College) and Ahmed Hussein '16 (TCU — Texas Christian University). Saeed Abdi, a member of WA's junior class, is our most recent Somaliland scholar.
About Worcester Academy
Worcester Academy is an independent co-ed day and boarding school for grades 6 to 12 and postgraduates. Our urban setting, diverse community, and innovative curriculum provide each student with unique opportunities for self-discovery, academic achievement, and personal empowerment. Visit us at www.worcesteracademy.org
Worcester Academy is an independent co-ed day and boarding school for grades 6 to 12 and postgraduates. Our urban setting, diverse community, and innovative curriculum provide each student with unique opportunities for self-discovery, academic achievement, and personal empowerment. Visit us at www.worcesteracademy.org
For more information, contact the Worcester Academy Admission Office at 508-459-5841 or email admission@worcesteracademy.org
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