Woodstock School Alumni List
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Woodstock School, nestled in the serene hills of Mussoorie, India, has been a beacon of education and character development for many years. The school’s alumni have gone on to make significant contributions in various fields, embodying the values and principles instilled in them during their formative years at Woodstock. This article delves into the illustrious list of distinguished alumni who have made their mark globally.
David Rugh ’66 – Celebrated wildlife biologist specializing in marine mammals with a 34-year career at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Daphne Wysham ’79 – Lifelong environmentalist and policy analyst known for pioneering climate campaigns and research.
Glenn Conrad ’68 – Exposed to voluntary service from a young age due to his parents’ medical service in India and Ethiopia.
Stephen Alter ’74 – Established author, naturalist, conservationist, and founding director of the Mussoorie Mountain Festival.
David J. Schoonmaker ’62 – Entrepreneur who started several companies serving the health care industry.
Frederick S. Downs Jr. (Rick) ’79 – Practiced Corporate Law in NYC and later founded an investment firm.
Rahulbhai N. Amin ’71 – Chairman and managing director of the Jyoti group, an equipment manufacturer for India’s water and power sectors.
Jeet Singh ’81 – Co-founder of Art Technology Group (ATG) and philanthropist through the Winterline Foundation.
James Taylor ’51 – Journalist, writer, and teacher focused on sustainable growth and peace.
Dr. Shobha Arole ’78 – Recognized for her contribution to rural healthcare in Maharashtra, India.
Jagdish Sagar ’61 – Held various prominent positions in the Indian Civil Service.
Philip DeVol ’66 – Consultant on poverty issues since 1997.
Tom Alter ’68 – Renowned actor in Hindi films, theatre artist, and writer.
Dr. James Gabriel Campbell ’65 – Spent his life in the Himalaya and attended Woodstock School.
Margaret Loehlin Shafer ’56 – Daughter of missionaries serving the Presbyterian Church in Punjab.
Ashoke Chatterjee ’51 – Public servant and philanthropist.
Chris Anderson ’74 – Born in Pakistan, attended Woodstock, later became the owner and curator of TED.
Dr. Bob Fleming Jr ’54 – Himalayan naturalist and natural history educator.
TZ Chu ’52 – Recognized for his work in analytical instrumentation and global business strategy.
Dr. Dorothy Irene Riddle ’60 – Born in the US, moved to China post-WWII, and later became a psychologist.
Bhavenesh Kumari Patiala ’50 – Ground-breaking female lawyer in India and member of the royal family of Patiala.
Dr. Robert E. Scott ’62 – Renowned teacher and scholar in contracts, commercial law, and bankruptcy.
Dr. Ashok Frank Mayadas ’57 – Recognized for his leadership in the business sector and work at the Sloan Foundation.
Dr. Jonathan Mark Kenoyer ’70 – Anthropologist known for his work on the Indus Valley civilization.
Dr. Richard Brown ’58 – Dedicated to advancing political and economic development globally.
Gerry Williams ’42 – Recognized for his research on ceramic techniques and contributions to pottery.
Dr. Marty Alter Chen ’60 – Recognized for her work with poor rural women in South Asia.
Nayantara Pandit Sahgal ’43 – Renowned writer of fiction and non-fiction.
Dr. Carl E. Taylor ’32 – Dedicated to advancing global healthcare based on the principle of health equity.
Rev. Robert C. Alter ’43 – Maintained a unique relationship with Woodstock School and the people of the Garhwal.
Dr. Robert B. Griffiths ’52 – Dedicated to forming a link between theory and reality.
Dr. Frederick S. Downs ’49 – Dedicated to the Church and theological education in India.
Hukam Singh Yadav ’38 – Devoted his life to service in the Indian Army.