AUR听proudly announces , a distinguished alumna and influential figure in the global film industry, as the recipient of the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award. This honor recognizes O鈥橲haughnessy鈥檚 remarkable career achievements as well as her profound and lasting contributions to the AUR community.听
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Graduating from AUR in 1989 with a degree in Business Administration, O鈥橲haughnessy went on to co-found 知阴视频 Cinema International (ACI), where she currently serves as President. Her leadership has led to the production and distribution of over 150 feature films and several celebrated television series broadcast worldwide. Through her additional initiative, , she continues to create uplifting films that highlight themes of hope, community, and positive values.听
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Beyond her professional success, O鈥橲haughnessy remains deeply committed to supporting the next generation of filmmakers at AUR. Her mentorship of students has provided transformative learning opportunities, such as internships and direct industry exposure through her company. One notable beneficiary, AUR Film Studies student Romina Azimi, interned with Chevonne and gained invaluable practical experience:听
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鈥淚nterning with Chevonne has genuinely shaped my future. Her mentorship taught me skills you can't learn from textbooks alone - real-world industry insights, strategic storytelling, and confidence in my creativity.鈥澨�
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This type of engagement exemplifies how active alumni partnerships enrich AUR鈥檚 educational environment, offering students firsthand industry knowledge and networking opportunities that significantly enhance their professional trajectories.听
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鈥淎UR thrives on the commitment and generosity of alumni like Chevonne O鈥橲haughnessy,鈥� remarked AUR President Dr. Scott Sprenger. 鈥淪he represents precisely the spirit of innovation, integrity, and global citizenship that AUR seeks to instill in its students. We鈥檙e thrilled to celebrate her contributions and look forward to continuing this impactful collaboration.鈥澨�
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The Distinguished Alumni Award ceremony honoring Chevonne O鈥橲haughnessy took place on May 7th, 2025, at the Lido Rooftop in Newport Beach, California.听