“I think there was a clear sense of entitlement and an arrogance that went along with myself and my peers in high school–there was a shrewdness and a hustle and I think that hopefully transformed into more leadership and responsibility–but I think overlooking the sense of entitlement and arrogance might be shortsighted.”

Valerie Smaldone '75

Encompassed is an oral history-style podcast series and interactive timeline exploring nearly eight decades of 77 years of Bronx Science alumni’s experiences. The interviews revolve around “encompassing moments"–experiences that both immersed the young student in discovery and, like a compass, provided direction for the next steps of his or her life. Listen to the first thirty conversations now, and keep an eye out for new episodes every month.