Harvard-Bound McCallie Grad Doesn’t Let Type 1 Diabetes Define Him

Gus Buck, 19, isn’t defined by his type 1 diabetes. In fact, this Harvard-bound McCallie alum has a long list of accolades you could define him in several other ways: graduate of McCallie School, recipient of the 2020 Grayson Medal, student body president, co-salutatorian, volunteer fire fighter, cheerleader and history buff.

It’s because of his accomplishments and refusal to let his type 1 diabetes control his life that he’s been awarded a $5,000 scholarship through Diabetes Scholars, a program of nonprofit organization Beyond Type 1, as he prepares to continue his studies. He’s been granted a gap year by Harvard, and this year will work with his former history teacher to conduct research for an upcoming book, as well as volunteer with Historicorps in Colorado to help repair historical buildings and national parks.