Bruce G. Trigger, B. J. Kemp, D. O'Connor

This document lists notable alumni from Reed College, a liberal arts institution in Portland, Oregon. The compilation includes individuals recognized for their accomplishments in various fields, with their former or current roles specified. For clarity, those who met academic requirements but did not receive a degree are identified as non-degreed alumni.

The alumni are categorized by their professional or academic disciplines, such as Academia (covering economics, philosophy, psychology, biology, chemistry, science, mathematics, computing, and engineering), Arts and Entertainment, Business, Food and Drink, Government, Law, Literature, Journalism and Media, and Inventors and Innovators. Each entry typically includes the individual's graduation year or attendance period and a brief description of their achievements or professional standing. The list aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the college's distinguished former students.

Within the academic sphere, Reed College alumni have made significant contributions across numerous scientific and mathematical disciplines. Clarence Allen became a professor of Geology at the California Institute of Technology, while John Backus was noted for his work in physics at the University of Southern California. Computer science and mathematics are well-represented, with figures like Alan H. Borning (University of Washington) and Daniel Bump (Stanford University) holding professorships. The field of astrophysics includes notable alumni such as Craig DeForest and Shep Doeleman, who directed significant projects like the PUNCH mission and the Event Horizon Telescope, respectively. Other scientists like Kelly Falkner (oceanography) and Marilyn Olmstead (chemistry) have also gained recognition for their specialized research.

The arts and entertainment sector features a diverse array of alumni, including composers like Jacob Avshalomov and Pozzi Escot, and actors such as Stella Baker and Matt Keeslar. The literary world is represented by authors and playwrights like Tamim Ansary, Alafair Burke, and Anne Washburn, with some recognized for major awards like the PEN/Faulkner Award. In journalism and media, alumni include Pulitzer Prize winners like Ed Cony and notable figures such as Barbara Ehrenreich, known for her critical social commentary. Documentarians like Robert Richter, who won an Academy Award, and radio personalities like Dr. Demento (Barret Hansen) also fall under this umbrella, showcasing a broad spectrum of creative and journalistic talent.

Reed College alumni have also excelled in fields of innovation, business, and public service. Inventors and innovators include Richard Crandall, a computer scientist recognized for developing specific algorithms. In business, figures like Suzan DelBene, CEO of Nimble Technology, and Robert Friedland, CEO of Ivanhoe Mines, have achieved prominence. The realm of government and law has seen alumni serve in significant roles, including ambassadors like Josiah H. Beeman V, members of the US Congress, and justices on state supreme courts. This demonstrates a strong trajectory of leadership and impact in both the private and public sectors.