Alumni Profiles | April 17, 2024

50 Marathons in 50 States: Scott Kline

Harvard Law School's Scott Kline ’88.

Harvard Law School graduate Scott Kline ’88 ran his second Boston Marathon on April 15th, 2024—but his 51st marathon total. Over the past decade, Scott's mission has been running a marathon in all 50 states.

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