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From Competitor to Leader: Corrie Loeffler ’04 Named Executive Director of Scripps National Spelling Bee

February 08, 2023

Scherenschnitte, knaidel, euonym—silent anticipation stretches through the auditorium as spelling bee contestants ascend to the podium, tackling words unheard of to the average audience member. Then seven-year-old Corrie Loeffler ’04 watches with wide eyes as her older brother competes in the Scripps National Spelling Bee. She becomes determined to attend the national competition again—this time on her own merit.

Corrie Loeffler headshot wearing yellow

The Freshmen Honors Experience: Transforming Together

January 17, 2023 | Honors College

students in a classroom smiling for the picture