Murphy Alumni – Building a legacy of connection and impact.

From high school graduation to lifelong success, the Murphy Scholar journey doesn’t end—it evolves.

Murphy Scholar For Life

After Murphy Scholars graduate high school, they join the thriving and growing Murphy Alumni Network. The DMSF community is proud of the growth of all of its Scholars and cultivates being a “Murphy Scholar for Life.”

We invite you to explore upcoming Alumni events, networking opportunities, and ways to stay connected with DMSF and fellow Alums!

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Attend Events

Reconnect, celebrate, and inspire the next generation—join fellow Murphy Alums at our upcoming events and be part of the momentum shaping our future. Your presence makes a difference, and we can’t wait to see you there!

Network with Fellow Alumni

Join the new exclusive Murphy Alumni Network LinkedIn Group, a new space designed to help Alumni connect across graduating classes, industries, and career stages. Grow your professional network and share opportunities in this space for Murphy Alumni only!

Alumni Giving

We love hearing from Murphy Alumni and celebrating your achievements! Whether it’s a new job, personal milestone, or an exciting life update, let us know what you’re up to. We’re here to cheer you on!

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We love hearing from Murphy Alumni and celebrating your achievements! Whether it’s a new job, personal milestone, or an exciting life update, let us know what you’re up to. We’re here to cheer you on!

“Today, I carry with me everything DMSF has poured into me: my confidence, my resilience, my deep sense of purpose. To me, being a Murphy Scholar means never walking alone. It means having a team behind you, pushing you forward and believing in your potential even before you see it yourself.”

Zariyah Lemon, Class of 2025, St. Laurence

University of Michigan

Upcoming Events

Second Annual Murphy Alumni Golf Outing

Sunday, September 20, 2026 @ 10am

Alumni Resources

Did you know that support continues after high school graduation? Explore the wealth of resources available to Murphy Alumni post-high school, including professional development and career exploration opportunities.

Career Spring

Discover a tailored job platform for first-gen and low-income students. CareerSpring offers a free resource with a career video library, professional connections, and job placement services. Sign up using code DMSFGRAD. Don’t miss out on the ever-growing opportunities—join today!

 

BravenX

BravenX is an exclusive 14-week virtual career readiness fellowship that helps college students build professional skills, confidence, networks, and experiences to launch successful careers. Participants who successfully complete the program are eligible to receive a $500 stipend. To sign up or learn more, click here.

FirstGenU

FirstGenU is a free 5-week digital career development program for first-gen college students. Build career-ready skills, earn a certificate, get application and interview support, and connect with professionals and peers. To sign up or learn more, click here. To review deadlines for the upcoming cohorts, click here.

Donate to the Murphy Alumni Giving Program Today!

By paying it forward, you are investing in the next generation of Murphy Scholars—students who are walking the same halls you once did and striving toward the same life-changing opportunities.

“Being a Murphy Scholar is being a part of a community of ambitious, hungry, and dedicated students. My closest friends are Murphy Scholars, because we understand what it is like to be given a chance, and we strive to make the most of it.”

Mario Rodriguez, Class of 2020, Culver Academies

Northwestern University, Financial Advisor, Goldman Sachs

Alumni Class Notes

If you have any opportunities you would like to share with your fellow Alumni or would just like to update your profile to better stay connected, please submit information in the form below.


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Reach out to Nick Cross, Director of Alumni Affairs, to learn more about DMSF’s Alumni Programs.

Make a difference today! Your support can transform lives. Join us in empowering the next generation of leaders and making a lasting impact on our community.