除了在纽约南区联邦检察官办公室做了两年的检察官, learning his craft, 从1956年到2002年,奥的斯的职业生涯跨越了46年,为从纽约到加利福尼亚的大公司辩护, first for 34 years with Hughes, Hubbard & Reed and then with Arnold & Porter until his retirement.
Thereafter, 作为纽约市艺术委员会的成员,他继续在公司工作了几年,追求他对公民和慈善事业的热情, now known as the Public Design Commission, as a trustee of the Brooklyn Museum and of the Green-Wood Cemetery, 还是市艺术协会和十大网堵平台高地协会的保护主义者. Per Otis, of greater lasting importance than his law practice, however, 他对纽约市历史建筑遗产保护的承诺是什么. Starting in 1958, he and wife Nancy, 代表十大网堵平台高地领导了七年的努力,使其获得了《十大网堵平台》(New York City Landmarks Law)的批准,并被指定为纽约市第一个历史街区(现在有156个)。.
These efforts have been recognized in the published history, Preserving New York, and by the Environmental Action Coalition’s 1989 Green Star Award, the New York Historic Districts Council’s 1993 Landmark Lion Award, the New York Landmarks Conservar1cy’s 2000 Lucy G. Moses Preservation Leadership Award (with Nancy), the Brooklyn Botanical Garden’s 2007 Forsythia Award, 绿木历史基金2009年德维特·克林顿奖(与南希)和纽约保存档案项目保存奖. Most recently, 2022年,奥的斯和南希被纽约保护联盟认定为纽约的支柱.
奥的斯·皮尔索尔于2024年获得保利校友会杰出成就奖.
AcademicsAkili Tommasino ’05
Read MoreAkili Tommasino 2005年在哈佛大学学习艺术史,并于2017年创立了苏富比艺术学院,“为有色人种的高中生提供了一个更早进入艺术世界的窗口。.”
Alexandra Nava-Baltimore ’20
Read More“Being a student at Poly has allowed me to live what I learned. Poly has been my home, my studio, my classroom, and my inspiration.”
Chris Davenport ’91
Read MoreChris Davenport ’91 has been a reporter for The Washington Post since 2000 and covers the defense and space industries for the Post‘s financial desk.
Diahann Billings Burford ’90, P’20
Read MoreDiahann Billings Burford ’90, p20是第二位担任保利学生会主席的女生. “Diahann was a force of nature,” recalled Paul Raso, retired science teacher and former Student Government advisor.
Dr. Neil Schluger ’77
Read More“…I developed a love of learning, even for its own sake, 保罗·拉索是其中一位老师,他帮助我灌输了这一点.”
Jared Banner ’03
Read MoreJared Banner ’03 played four seasons of varsity baseball at Poly. 他于2018年被任命为纽约大都会队的执行董事,负责球员发展.
Emily Giurleo ’13
Read More“I certainly wouldn’t be a software engineer if Ms. Turkenkopf and Ms. Licata hadn’t encouraged my love of math and science.”
Gigi Georges ’84
Read MoreGigi Georges ‘84, a recipient of Poly’s Distinguished Achievement Award, has had an extensive career in politics, public service, and academia.
Max Rose ’04
Read MoreAlum Max Rose ’04 was elected to represent NY District 11 in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2018.
Nyla Welch ’20
Read MoreWith an exceptional talent for language, Nyla曾两次通过保利的学术旅行项目出国旅行, to Martinique and France.
Rowan McAllister ’15
Read More“Art was always my favorite class, 但我发现我用我的数学和工程技能几乎一样多,把我所受教育的所有知识点联系起来.”
Ryantony Exuma ’22
Read More“Just like stringing notes together to create music, in French class, Ryantony strings together words, manipulates syntax, 他运用语法,以一种深思熟虑、悦耳动听的方式表达自己……”
Samantha Chan ’21
Read More“Poly encourages students to seek help from teachers, lead meaningful conversations in class, and voice their opinions at community forums.”
Sonja Lindberg ’16
Read More“I worked more and harder than I ever had in English classes. After a few weeks, I came to love it.
Tess Sutter ’21
Read More“Tess’ work ethic, values, 在追求卓越的同时成为一个完美的队友的能力得到了老师的认可, coaches, and peers.”
Nick Storz ’17
Poly Blue Devils pitcher Nick Storz ’17, 谁被列入2017年美国棒球百强选秀前景, chose to play for LSU, where he is an imposing presence on the mound.
Peter Taubman ’65
Read MoreEsteemed educator, Dr. Peter Taubman has dedicated his life to teaching. During his tenure at Poly, 他帮助发起了反偏见联盟,并担任多样性与教学研究中心的协调员.
Michael Terrin ’66
Read MoreEminent physician Dr. Michael Terrin ’66, MDCM, MPH is an 内科医生,拥有肺医学亚专科认证和流行病学硕士学位.
Elizabeth Somers ’91
Read MoreWith an extensive background in biology and drug development, Elizabeth Somers ’91 heads the Infectious Disease, Global Project and Alliance Management area at Merck.
Dr. Robert Minutello ’87
Read MoreAn active interventional cardiologist, Dr. Minutello在他的职业生涯中已经为超过10,000名患者进行了心脏手术.
Ed Schoenfeld ’67
Read More67岁的艾德·舍恩菲尔德(Ed Schoenfeld)是一位魅力十足的纽约餐馆老板,后来成为了一个不太可能的人, but highly regarded culinary ambassador for Chinese cuisine.
Shaza Mousa ’23
Read More“莎扎有着令人难以置信的、滑稽的想象力,她在书中表现得很激烈. Her talent as a writer is undeniable.”
Dr. Arthur J. Bellinzoni, Jr. ’53
Read MoreAfter graduating from Princeton, 亚瑟获得了哈佛大学历史和宗教哲学博士学位,专攻早期基督教.
Marcus Whitney ’93
Read MoreMarcus is a software developer, entrepreneur, and venture capitalist with a track record of success in all areas.
Angela Yee ’93
Read MoreMedia personality Angela Yee has her finger on the pulse of hip-hop, culture, business, and community.
Michael Cacace ’98
Read More你会发现迈克尔在他家的标志性餐厅招待客人, Michael’s of Brooklyn. Ask about their famous sauce!
Stellene Volandes ’89
Read MoreAn avid participant in the arts while at Poly, Stellene is an accomplished writer and the editor-in-chief of Town & Country.
David Koven ’69
Read MoreDavid devoted most of his career to community development work, specializing in affordable housing development and in 2024, he earned Poly’s Alumni School Service Award.