Top row: Kristi Raube, Robert Otto Valdez; bottom row: Neeraj Sood, Andrew Cady, Cheryl Damberg Photo montage by Kristen Meadows/RAND

Dear Pardee RAND Community,

The Pardee RAND Graduate School has trained global leaders for more than 50 years. Our rigorous classroom training and unique real-world learning opportunities prepare our students to help solve the world’s most complex problems immediately upon graduation.

In recognition of all they do, I’m excited to announce our 2024 Alumni Awardees: Andrew Cady, Cheryl Damberg, Kristi Raube, Neeraj Sood, and Robert Otto Valdez. They have each demonstrated leadership throughout their careers and made important and innovative contributions in fields including national security, global and U.S. health care policy, graduate education, and international relations. Their careers—and their contributions to Pardee RAND’s legacy—are truly exceptional. .

We look forward to celebrating Andrew, Cheryl, Kristi, Neeraj, and Robert as part of next weekend's Commencement celebration!

With kindest regards,

Nancy Staudt

Frank and Marcia Carlucci Dean, Pardee RAND Graduate School
Vice President, RAND