Press Release
Fairhaven resident, Ireland Nordstrom, graduated Cum Laude from St. George’s School in Newport, Rhode Island.
During her time at St. George’s, Ireland served as Senior Prefect and was recognized with the Arete Award for scholastic excellence in her independent study, “Substantive Due Process and Its Role in Shaping American Society”.
This fall, she will attend Cornell University, where she plans to double major in History and Government with a minor in Public Policy.
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- Ireland Nordstrom, 2025 Graduate of St. George’s School in Newport, RI, is flanked by school officials on graduation day. L-R: Dana Smaltz, board of Trustees Chair; Ireland; Michael Wirtz, Head of School. Submitted photo courtesy of Louis Walker III
Ireland’s passion for politics and historical study was evident throughout her high school years. She served as Secretary General of the Model United Nations chapter and she held editorial responsibilities as a news editor for the Red & White, the school newspaper.
In addition, she was a co-head of Women in Leadership, a student-led organization that empowers young women to develop confidence and pursue roles in traditionally male-dominated fields.
Ireland has long aspired to become a lawyer, inspired by her belief in justice, her love of public speaking, and her commitment to public service.
She looks forward to further exploring the legal system and governmental policy during her time at Cornell.
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