Savanna Riley
Hometown: San Juan Capistrano, Calif.
Major(s): political science
Graduate School: New York University
Savanna will be studying political communication, media strategy and crisis management as she pursues a master鈥檚 degree from New York University.
Major(s): political science
Graduate School: New York University
Savanna will be studying political communication, media strategy and crisis management as she pursues a master鈥檚 degree from New York University.
Campus Activities and Engagement: The Norman M. Eberly Multilingual Writing Center; Tutor; Admissions Student Interviewer; Senior Gift Drive; Student Devils鈥� Advocate; All-College Academic Programs Committee; All-College Academic Standards Committee; All-College Enrollment and Student Life Committee; All-College Planning & Budget Committee; Class Council; Student Senate; Student Senate Cabinet; Student Senate Community Relations; Student Senate Finance Committee; Student Senate Student Life Committee; Special Interest Housing; Taskforce for Strategic Plan on Sustainability; Writing Associate
Internship Experiences: Research Intern, Cumberland County; Program Coordinator at the Stuart House, Salvation Army
How has Dickinson prepared Savanna for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淚 feel that the Dickinson community has given me a strong, flexible platform from which I am ready to jump into the world,鈥� Savanna explains. 鈥淒ickinson allows students to cultivate their skills and understand how they will be applied beyond the classroom.鈥�
What are some of the defining moments of Savanna鈥檚 Dickinson experience? 鈥淚 found a home at Dickinson, one that has taken me in, molded me and has left a mark on me forever,鈥� she says. 鈥淔rom building tables in the Rector workshop, to standing at the base of Neptune鈥檚 fountain in Bologna, Italy, with some of my best friends while studying abroad, to sitting in my French class sophomore year and seeing the connections between my once disparate courses. That is what Dickinson is about.鈥�
Internship Experiences: Research Intern, Cumberland County; Program Coordinator at the Stuart House, Salvation Army
How has Dickinson prepared Savanna for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淚 feel that the Dickinson community has given me a strong, flexible platform from which I am ready to jump into the world,鈥� Savanna explains. 鈥淒ickinson allows students to cultivate their skills and understand how they will be applied beyond the classroom.鈥�
What are some of the defining moments of Savanna鈥檚 Dickinson experience? 鈥淚 found a home at Dickinson, one that has taken me in, molded me and has left a mark on me forever,鈥� she says. 鈥淔rom building tables in the Rector workshop, to standing at the base of Neptune鈥檚 fountain in Bologna, Italy, with some of my best friends while studying abroad, to sitting in my French class sophomore year and seeing the connections between my once disparate courses. That is what Dickinson is about.鈥�
Laura Boyce
Hometown: Manalapan, N.J.
Major(s): psychology
Graduate School: University of Southern California
Laura will pursue a master鈥檚 degree in applied psychology from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles.
Major(s): psychology
Graduate School: University of Southern California
Laura will pursue a master鈥檚 degree in applied psychology from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Freshman Plays; Psychology Club; Student-Faculty Research; Tutor; Kappa Alpha Theta; Equestrian Club; Dickinson Dog House
Internship Experiences: Service Intern, MacDonald Center, Portland, Ore.; Marketing Intern, Hotels Unlimited, Inc., East Windsor, N.J.
What is Laura most anticipating about her post-graduation plans? 鈥淚n pursuing my M.S. in applied psychology at USC, I think this program will prepare me heavily for a job, fine-tuning the skills I have already received from Dickinson,鈥� she explains. 鈥淚 hope to work for an NGO or doing market research for a company, and I am especially interested in working internationally, as Dickinson piqued my interest in the global environment. I am excited and nervous to move across the country to L.A., to start over and make new friends. I am certain I will be able to do this, as I have done a few times over, at Dickinson and while abroad.鈥�
Internship Experiences: Service Intern, MacDonald Center, Portland, Ore.; Marketing Intern, Hotels Unlimited, Inc., East Windsor, N.J.
What is Laura most anticipating about her post-graduation plans? 鈥淚n pursuing my M.S. in applied psychology at USC, I think this program will prepare me heavily for a job, fine-tuning the skills I have already received from Dickinson,鈥� she explains. 鈥淚 hope to work for an NGO or doing market research for a company, and I am especially interested in working internationally, as Dickinson piqued my interest in the global environment. I am excited and nervous to move across the country to L.A., to start over and make new friends. I am certain I will be able to do this, as I have done a few times over, at Dickinson and while abroad.鈥�
Macey Cohen
Hometown: Bethlehem, Pa.
Major(s): chemistry
Graduate School: Old Dominion University
Macey will be pursuing a Ph.D. in chemistry at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Va.
Major(s): chemistry
Graduate School: Old Dominion University
Macey will be pursuing a Ph.D. in chemistry at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Va.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Astronomy Club; Cork Grease Clarinet Ensemble; Student-Faculty Research; Teaching Assistant; Tutor; Senior Gift Drive; Serve the World - Service Trips; Pre-Orientation Leader; Hillel; Kosher Cooking Club
Internship Experiences: Intern, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Harrisburg, Pa.
How has Dickinson prepared Macey for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淭he liberal arts education allowed me to explore other my other interests, while giving me new perspectives on topics that are generally approached from one angle, which I can use to help me problem solve in the future,鈥� she says. 鈥淢y experiences at Dickinson have given me the confidence and skills to lead a group and succeed in my career.鈥�
Internship Experiences: Intern, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Harrisburg, Pa.
How has Dickinson prepared Macey for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淭he liberal arts education allowed me to explore other my other interests, while giving me new perspectives on topics that are generally approached from one angle, which I can use to help me problem solve in the future,鈥� she says. 鈥淢y experiences at Dickinson have given me the confidence and skills to lead a group and succeed in my career.鈥�
Katherine Pollack
Hometown: Wilmington, Del.
Major(s): Spanish; psychology
Graduate School: Chatham University
Katherine will be pursuing a master鈥檚 degree in occupational therapy at Chatham University in Pittsburgh, which she hopes will lead to working with children in various OT settings.
Major(s): Spanish; psychology
Graduate School: Chatham University
Katherine will be pursuing a master鈥檚 degree in occupational therapy at Chatham University in Pittsburgh, which she hopes will lead to working with children in various OT settings.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Pre-Health Society; Psychology Club; Spanish Club; Community Advisor; Alpha Phi Omega; Dreamcatchers; Neighbors to Neighbors; Relay for Life; Residence Hall Councils; Fencing Club; Global Gastronomy Group; Language Tables; Student Worker; Resident Advisers; College Democrats; LGBTQ; Spectrum; Ballroom Dance Club; Dickinson Film Club; Emerging Leaders; Salsa Club; Sign Language Club; Special Interest Housing; Swing Dance Club; Red Devils TV Network
Internship Experiences: Intern, ATI Physical Therapy, Wilmington, Del.
What are some of the defining moments of Katie鈥檚 Dickinson experience? 鈥淪ome of the defining moments have come from the community service opportunities I've had through my service-learning classes and my involvement in Alpha Phi Omega,鈥� Katie explains. 鈥淚n my Spanish for health professions class, I got a first-hand experience of interacting with migrant farmworkers, when we translated for them while providing healthcare information and discussing their lives.
鈥淚n my seminar in community psychology class, we worked with students from the River Rock Academy to create art projects that contain positive imagery about their lives. It was so rewarding to see how their confidence grew and how proud they were of themselves when they came to campus to have an art show and to speak to Dickinson students about their processes and final works. They were so excited to have students take an interest in their ideas and in their lives by asking questions and showing support.鈥�
Internship Experiences: Intern, ATI Physical Therapy, Wilmington, Del.
What are some of the defining moments of Katie鈥檚 Dickinson experience? 鈥淪ome of the defining moments have come from the community service opportunities I've had through my service-learning classes and my involvement in Alpha Phi Omega,鈥� Katie explains. 鈥淚n my Spanish for health professions class, I got a first-hand experience of interacting with migrant farmworkers, when we translated for them while providing healthcare information and discussing their lives.
鈥淚n my seminar in community psychology class, we worked with students from the River Rock Academy to create art projects that contain positive imagery about their lives. It was so rewarding to see how their confidence grew and how proud they were of themselves when they came to campus to have an art show and to speak to Dickinson students about their processes and final works. They were so excited to have students take an interest in their ideas and in their lives by asking questions and showing support.鈥�
Hexi Zhang
Hometown: Nanjing, China
Major(s): International Studies
Graduate School: Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University
Hexi will pursue a master鈥檚 degree in international affairs at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University in Medford, Mass.
Major(s): International Studies
Graduate School: Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University
Hexi will pursue a master鈥檚 degree in international affairs at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University in Medford, Mass.
Campus Activities and Engagement: College Orchestra; Learning Community Coordinator; Teaching Assistant; Tutor; International House; Resident Advisers
Internship Experiences: Assistant, Carnegie-Tsinghua Center for Global Policy, Beijing; Intern, Strategic Studies Institute, U.S. Army War College, Carlisle, Pa.; Intern, Peace Corps, Washington
How has Dickinson prepared Hexi for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淒ickinson鈥檚 rigorous academic environment first prepared me to be a competitive candidate to apply to graduate school,鈥� Hexi explains. 鈥淒ickinson has also provided me with tons of opportunities to improve my other qualities, like leadership, communications skills and confidence.鈥�
Internship Experiences: Assistant, Carnegie-Tsinghua Center for Global Policy, Beijing; Intern, Strategic Studies Institute, U.S. Army War College, Carlisle, Pa.; Intern, Peace Corps, Washington
How has Dickinson prepared Hexi for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淒ickinson鈥檚 rigorous academic environment first prepared me to be a competitive candidate to apply to graduate school,鈥� Hexi explains. 鈥淒ickinson has also provided me with tons of opportunities to improve my other qualities, like leadership, communications skills and confidence.鈥�
Nicole Torlincasi
Hometown: Kings Park, N.Y.
Major(s): Biology
Graduate School: Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions
Nicole will be pursuing a degree to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy.
Major(s): Biology
Graduate School: Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions
Nicole will be pursuing a degree to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Pre-Health Society; Student Devils鈥� Advocate; Relay for Life; U-Turn All-Campus Yard Sale; NCAA Softball
Internship Experiences: Assistant, Deer Park Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
How has Dickinson prepared Nicole for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淒ickinson has provided me with vast opportunities and has been an amazing stepping stone for me to gain a higher level of education,鈥� Nicole continues, 鈥淭he liberal arts education has given me a wide array of knowledge that allows me to have an interdisciplinary view on things and has put me ahead of my peers who have applied to the same graduate schools as myself. It has allowed me to prepare myself for professional school and has given me the tools and made it possible for me to be involved on campus through academics, community service and athletics. I am thankful for everything Dickinson has given me and done for me.鈥�
Internship Experiences: Assistant, Deer Park Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
How has Dickinson prepared Nicole for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淒ickinson has provided me with vast opportunities and has been an amazing stepping stone for me to gain a higher level of education,鈥� Nicole continues, 鈥淭he liberal arts education has given me a wide array of knowledge that allows me to have an interdisciplinary view on things and has put me ahead of my peers who have applied to the same graduate schools as myself. It has allowed me to prepare myself for professional school and has given me the tools and made it possible for me to be involved on campus through academics, community service and athletics. I am thankful for everything Dickinson has given me and done for me.鈥�
Jiewei Yao
Hometown: Dongguan, China
Major(s): economics
Graduate School: Cox School of Business, Southern Methodist University
Major(s): economics
Graduate School: Cox School of Business, Southern Methodist University
Campus Activities and Engagement: Economics Club, Student Teaching
Caroline Kanaskie
Hometown: Tamaqua, Pa.
Major(s): environmental science
Graduate School: University of New Hampshire
Caroline will pursue a master鈥檚 degree in natural resources at the University of New Hampshire in Durham, N.H.
Major(s): environmental science
Graduate School: University of New Hampshire
Caroline will pursue a master鈥檚 degree in natural resources at the University of New Hampshire in Durham, N.H.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Baird Honors Colloquium; Center for Sustainable Living, Department Majors Committee; Alpha Lambda Delta; Baird Sustainability Fellows; Phi Beta Kappa; First Year Student Mentor; Pre-Orientation Leader; Alliance for Aquatic Resource Monitoring (ALLARM); I am that Girl; Photography Club; Women鈥檚 Swimming; Outing Club; Eco-Rep
Internship Experiences: Intern, ALLARM, Carlisle, Pa.; Citizen Science Intern, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, Edgewater, Md.; EPA GRO Intern, EPA Atlantic Ecology Division Lab, Narragansett, R.I.
How has Dickinson prepared Caroline for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淚 have been able to take on numerous leadership roles at Dickinson, including my work at ALLARM and as a First-Year Mentor,鈥� Caroline says. 鈥淭he study abroad programs (SES, DIS) I participated in helped me make valuable connections in my field of study and propelled me toward discovering my research interest. My EPA GRO grant internship was one of the most important experiences that have lead me to grad school. The support of my professors and mentors here at Dickinson has been a constant through my undergrad experience and I am very grateful for that.鈥�
Internship Experiences: Intern, ALLARM, Carlisle, Pa.; Citizen Science Intern, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, Edgewater, Md.; EPA GRO Intern, EPA Atlantic Ecology Division Lab, Narragansett, R.I.
How has Dickinson prepared Caroline for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淚 have been able to take on numerous leadership roles at Dickinson, including my work at ALLARM and as a First-Year Mentor,鈥� Caroline says. 鈥淭he study abroad programs (SES, DIS) I participated in helped me make valuable connections in my field of study and propelled me toward discovering my research interest. My EPA GRO grant internship was one of the most important experiences that have lead me to grad school. The support of my professors and mentors here at Dickinson has been a constant through my undergrad experience and I am very grateful for that.鈥�
Emily Burton
Hometown: Fox Point, Wis.
Major(s): Spanish
Graduate School: Columbia University
Emily will pursue a certificate in publishing from the Columbia Publishing Course in New York City.
Major(s): Spanish
Graduate School: Columbia University
Emily will pursue a certificate in publishing from the Columbia Publishing Course in New York City.
Campus Activities and Engagement: The Norman M. Eberly Multilingual Writing Center; Tutor; Pi Beta Phi; WDCV-FM
How has Dickinson prepared Emily for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淚 work in the (Norman M. Eberly Multilingual) Writing Center, which solidified my interest in editing and working with writers,鈥� Emily explains. 鈥淭he Columbia Publishing Course is an intensive six-week course tailored to students who intend to enter the book or magazine publishing world.鈥�
How has Dickinson prepared Emily for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淚 work in the (Norman M. Eberly Multilingual) Writing Center, which solidified my interest in editing and working with writers,鈥� Emily explains. 鈥淭he Columbia Publishing Course is an intensive six-week course tailored to students who intend to enter the book or magazine publishing world.鈥�
Cole Rinehart
Hometown: Mt. Joy, Pa.
Major(s): biochemistry & molecular biology; biology
Graduate School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Cole will study medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
Major(s): biochemistry & molecular biology; biology
Graduate School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Cole will study medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Pre-Health Society; Tutor; Alpha Lambda Delta; Phi Beta Kappa; Men鈥檚 Cross Country; Men鈥檚 Track, Indoor; Men鈥檚 Track, Outdoor
Internship Experiences: Research Intern, American Heart Association Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine; Research Intern, Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Center at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health
How has Dickinson prepared Cole for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淒ickinson prepared me for life after graduating in numerous ways,鈥� he explains. 鈥淢ost notably, it provided me the fundamental knowledge I will need to be successful in medical school, and eventually a career as a physician. Furthermore, my experience researching in the laboratory of Associate Professor of Biology Charles Zwemer has been invaluable in teaching me how to conduct research using human subjects, something I hope to continue in a career as a physician.鈥�
What are some of the defining moments of Cole鈥檚 Dickinson experience? 鈥淥ne of the defining parts of my Dickinson experience was being a part of the Cross Country team and the Track and Field team for all four years at Dickinson,鈥� Cole says. 鈥淏eing a member of the team not only provided me with the opportunity to challenge myself to become a better runner, but also to build a number of incredible friendships that I look forward to continuing well beyond my time at Dickinson.鈥�
Internship Experiences: Research Intern, American Heart Association Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine; Research Intern, Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Center at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health
How has Dickinson prepared Cole for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淒ickinson prepared me for life after graduating in numerous ways,鈥� he explains. 鈥淢ost notably, it provided me the fundamental knowledge I will need to be successful in medical school, and eventually a career as a physician. Furthermore, my experience researching in the laboratory of Associate Professor of Biology Charles Zwemer has been invaluable in teaching me how to conduct research using human subjects, something I hope to continue in a career as a physician.鈥�
What are some of the defining moments of Cole鈥檚 Dickinson experience? 鈥淥ne of the defining parts of my Dickinson experience was being a part of the Cross Country team and the Track and Field team for all four years at Dickinson,鈥� Cole says. 鈥淏eing a member of the team not only provided me with the opportunity to challenge myself to become a better runner, but also to build a number of incredible friendships that I look forward to continuing well beyond my time at Dickinson.鈥�
Erica Roberts
Hometown: Potomac, Md.
Major(s): English
Graduate School: University of Denver
Erica will pursue a certificate in book publishing from the University of Denver Publishing Institute in Colorado.
Major(s): English
Graduate School: University of Denver
Erica will pursue a certificate in book publishing from the University of Denver Publishing Institute in Colorado.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Belles Lettres Society; Clarke Forum; Student Worker; Gaming Club
Internship Experiences: Editorial intern, 310 Publishing LLC, Harrisburg, Pa.
How has Dickinson prepared Erica for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淒ickinson provided me with one of the most important aspects a school can offer: wonderful, enthusiastic, helpful and encouraging professors,鈥� Erica says. 鈥淭hey have all helped me understand my talents鈥攚here I shine and where I need to improve鈥攁nd been nothing but encouraging every step of the way.鈥�
Internship Experiences: Editorial intern, 310 Publishing LLC, Harrisburg, Pa.
How has Dickinson prepared Erica for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淒ickinson provided me with one of the most important aspects a school can offer: wonderful, enthusiastic, helpful and encouraging professors,鈥� Erica says. 鈥淭hey have all helped me understand my talents鈥攚here I shine and where I need to improve鈥攁nd been nothing but encouraging every step of the way.鈥�
Danielle Melnick
Hometown: Dallas, Pa.
Major(s): women鈥檚, gender & sexuality studies
Graduate School: Columbia University
Danielle will pursue her master鈥檚 degree in clinical psychology with a concentration in spirituality mind body practice.
Major(s): women鈥檚, gender & sexuality studies
Graduate School: Columbia University
Danielle will pursue her master鈥檚 degree in clinical psychology with a concentration in spirituality mind body practice.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Women鈥檚 and Gender Resource Center; presidential task force; Omicron Delta Kappa; Wheel & Chain; student worker; first-year student mentor; orientation assistant; PEER educators; Sexuality Resource Group; Feminist Collective; Social Justice House; Emerging Leaders; Special Interest Housing Club; Substance-Free Living Community
Internship Experiences: Student Programs Coordinator, Prevention Education Advocacy Center, 红杏直播app; Intern, Child Advocacy Center, Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
What are some of the defining moments of Danielle鈥檚 Dickinson experience? 鈥淭he Emerging Leaders Retreat was by far one of the most impactful moments and programs during my time here. As a first-year, I had no idea that I was someone with leadership potential, and if it were not for that retreat, I would not have made the friendships or cultivated my leadership skills. To be a participant then later become a mentor and help others navigate their own leadership potential was simply beautiful for me.鈥�
Internship Experiences: Student Programs Coordinator, Prevention Education Advocacy Center, 红杏直播app; Intern, Child Advocacy Center, Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
What are some of the defining moments of Danielle鈥檚 Dickinson experience? 鈥淭he Emerging Leaders Retreat was by far one of the most impactful moments and programs during my time here. As a first-year, I had no idea that I was someone with leadership potential, and if it were not for that retreat, I would not have made the friendships or cultivated my leadership skills. To be a participant then later become a mentor and help others navigate their own leadership potential was simply beautiful for me.鈥�
Lindsey Zwecker
Hometown: Atlanta
Major(s): biochemistry & molecular biology
Graduate School: Emory University鈥檚 Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing
Lindsey will pursue her master鈥檚 degree in pediatric primary care nursing.
Major(s): biochemistry & molecular biology
Graduate School: Emory University鈥檚 Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing
Lindsey will pursue her master鈥檚 degree in pediatric primary care nursing.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Pre-Health Society; teaching assistant; admissions student interviewer; Liberty Cap Society; Alpha Phi Omega; Relay for Life; U-Turn All-Campus Yard Sale; first-year student mentor; softball; women鈥檚 basketball
Internship Experiences: Intern/volunteer, Community Advanced Practice Nurses, Inc., Atlanta, Ga.; substitute preschool teacher, Ahava Early Learning Center, Atlanta, Ga.
How has Dickinson prepared Lindsey for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淚 am well-prepared for graduate school because of the people and resources Dickinson has given me.鈥�
What are some of the defining moments of Lindsey鈥檚 Dickinson experience? 鈥淥ne of the greatest moments from my experience at Dickinson is joining Professor Tiffany Frey鈥檚 research team in the fall of my junior year,鈥� Lindsey explains. 鈥淏eing able to work on such a great project and becoming independent in the lab is one of my greatest accomplishments and an experience I will never forget.鈥�
Internship Experiences: Intern/volunteer, Community Advanced Practice Nurses, Inc., Atlanta, Ga.; substitute preschool teacher, Ahava Early Learning Center, Atlanta, Ga.
How has Dickinson prepared Lindsey for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淚 am well-prepared for graduate school because of the people and resources Dickinson has given me.鈥�
What are some of the defining moments of Lindsey鈥檚 Dickinson experience? 鈥淥ne of the greatest moments from my experience at Dickinson is joining Professor Tiffany Frey鈥檚 research team in the fall of my junior year,鈥� Lindsey explains. 鈥淏eing able to work on such a great project and becoming independent in the lab is one of my greatest accomplishments and an experience I will never forget.鈥�
Tyler Richey-Yowell
Hometown: Chesapeake, Va.
Major(s): Physics
Graduate School: Arizona State University
Tyler will be studying to get her Ph.D. in Astrophysics at Arizona State University in Tempe, Ariz.
Major(s): Physics
Graduate School: Arizona State University
Tyler will be studying to get her Ph.D. in Astrophysics at Arizona State University in Tempe, Ariz.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Astronomy Club; Classics House; Dana Intern; Department Intern/Assistant; Department Majors Committee; Guitar Ensemble; Physics Club; Physics Majors Committee; Society of Physics Students; Student-Faculty Research; Teaching Assistant; Tutor; Tritons; Relay for Life; Alpha Lambda Delta; Eta Sigma Phi; Omicron Delta Kappa; Phi Beta Kappa; Sigma Pi Sigma; Theta Alpha Kappa; Student Worker; Springfest; Chimaera Club; Microcosm
Internship Experiences: Dana Grant, 红杏直播app, Carlisle, Pa.; Physics REU, Lehigh University, Bethlehem, Pa.
What are some of the defining moments of Tyler鈥檚 Dickinson experience? 鈥淕etting to know my professors in a non-classroom setting,鈥� Tyler explains. 鈥淚鈥檝e gotten to travel to Arizona with three different professors and have gotten to know them much more personally.鈥�
Internship Experiences: Dana Grant, 红杏直播app, Carlisle, Pa.; Physics REU, Lehigh University, Bethlehem, Pa.
What are some of the defining moments of Tyler鈥檚 Dickinson experience? 鈥淕etting to know my professors in a non-classroom setting,鈥� Tyler explains. 鈥淚鈥檝e gotten to travel to Arizona with three different professors and have gotten to know them much more personally.鈥�
Alvin McRae
Hometown: Trenton, N.J.
Major(s): mathematics
Graduate School: Johns Hopkins University
Alvin will pursue a master鈥檚 degree in educational science at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. He will also work as a mathematics teacher in the Baltimore City Public School District.
Major(s): mathematics
Graduate School: Johns Hopkins University
Alvin will pursue a master鈥檚 degree in educational science at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. He will also work as a mathematics teacher in the Baltimore City Public School District.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Kappa Alpha Psi; Academic Programming and Standards Committee; Black Student Union
Internship Experiences: Test Taking Resolutions Intern, Educational Testing Service; Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Intern, Educational Testing Service
How has Dickinson prepared Alvin for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淒ickinson has given me the tools to be competitive in the workforce,鈥� he says.
Internship Experiences: Test Taking Resolutions Intern, Educational Testing Service; Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Intern, Educational Testing Service
How has Dickinson prepared Alvin for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淒ickinson has given me the tools to be competitive in the workforce,鈥� he says.
Michelle Martire
Hometown: Conway, S.C.
Major(s): English
Graduate School: Emerson College
Michelle will be pursuing a master鈥檚 degree in publishing and writing at Emerson College in Boston.
Major(s): English
Graduate School: Emerson College
Michelle will be pursuing a master鈥檚 degree in publishing and writing at Emerson College in Boston.
Campus Activities and Engagement: College Orchestra; The Norman M. Eberly Multilingual Writing Center; Alpha Lambda Delta
Internship Experiences: Research Assistant, 红杏直播app English Department; Editorial Intern, Elephantine Publishing
How has Dickinson prepared Michelle for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淲orking at the Norman M. Eberly Multilingual Writing Center has helped me refine my ability to work one-on-one with writers, affirming my interest in pursuing a publishing career within the editorial tract,鈥� Michelle explains. 鈥淚 firmly believe that my professors, my classes and my year abroad at Oxford have helped me to develop a confidence and a voice that I鈥檓 proud of and ready to share.鈥�
Internship Experiences: Research Assistant, 红杏直播app English Department; Editorial Intern, Elephantine Publishing
How has Dickinson prepared Michelle for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淲orking at the Norman M. Eberly Multilingual Writing Center has helped me refine my ability to work one-on-one with writers, affirming my interest in pursuing a publishing career within the editorial tract,鈥� Michelle explains. 鈥淚 firmly believe that my professors, my classes and my year abroad at Oxford have helped me to develop a confidence and a voice that I鈥檓 proud of and ready to share.鈥�
Tim Nieuwenhuis
Hometown: Newton, N.J.
Major(s): Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Graduate School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Tim will pursue a Ph. D. in human genetics.
Major(s): Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Graduate School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Tim will pursue a Ph. D. in human genetics.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Dance Theatre Group; dramatic arts; freshman plays; Learning Community; Mermaid Players; student-faculty research; teaching assistant; tutor; Eta Sigma Phi; Gaming Club; Run With It; special interest housing
Internship Experiences: Pilot Study Researcher, Biomedical Research Institute of New Jersey
How has Dickinson prepared Tim for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淒ickinson has given me an incredible foundation of knowledge to pursue my dream as a scientist and helped me grow as a person. I have also discovered how much I love making music by taking a music theory course, which has so far helped me improve more as a banjo player than ever before. Overall, Dickinson has given me a space for personal growth and has also given me the tools I need to succeed in my next adventure.鈥�
Internship Experiences: Pilot Study Researcher, Biomedical Research Institute of New Jersey
How has Dickinson prepared Tim for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淒ickinson has given me an incredible foundation of knowledge to pursue my dream as a scientist and helped me grow as a person. I have also discovered how much I love making music by taking a music theory course, which has so far helped me improve more as a banjo player than ever before. Overall, Dickinson has given me a space for personal growth and has also given me the tools I need to succeed in my next adventure.鈥�
Aphnie Germain
Hometown: Orange, N.J.
Major(s): biology
Graduate School: Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine
Aphnie will attend Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in New York City to pursue a master鈥檚 in interdisciplinary studies of biology and physical sciences.
Major(s): biology
Graduate School: Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine
Aphnie will attend Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in New York City to pursue a master鈥檚 in interdisciplinary studies of biology and physical sciences.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Pre-Health Society; Student-Faculty Research; Wheel & Chain; African American Society; Latin American Club; Library Student Advisor; Student Worker; Catholic Campus Ministry; Be the Match on Campus; The Sisterhood; Women鈥檚 Track, Indoor; Women鈥檚 Track, Outdoor; Red Devils TV Network; Multicultural Ambassadors; Trendsetters
How has Dickinson prepared Aphnie for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淒ickinson has prepared me on how to relate and connect all aspects of thinking and apply them to the real world,鈥� she says.
How has Dickinson prepared Aphnie for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淒ickinson has prepared me on how to relate and connect all aspects of thinking and apply them to the real world,鈥� she says.
Layla Budin
Hometown: Dresher, Pa.
Major(s): biology
Graduate School: Johns Hopkins University
Layla will pursue her master鈥檚 degree through Johns Hopkins University鈥檚 accelerated program into nursing. Upon acceptance, she received the Dean鈥檚 Scholarship, which is given to students demonstrating strong academic achievement, leadership potential and community service involvement.
Major(s): biology
Graduate School: Johns Hopkins University
Layla will pursue her master鈥檚 degree through Johns Hopkins University鈥檚 accelerated program into nursing. Upon acceptance, she received the Dean鈥檚 Scholarship, which is given to students demonstrating strong academic achievement, leadership potential and community service involvement.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Pre-Health Society; Spanish club; student-faculty research; teaching assistant; Carlisle Tutoring Program; Circle K; CommServ; Phoenix; Random Acts of Kindness Club; Serve the World-service trips; special friends; class council; Pi Beta Phi; Alpha Lambda Delta; language tables; student group fitness coordinator; first-year student mentor; first-year, sophomore and junior class councils; Hillel; Dickinson Dog House; I am that girl; Sign Language Club; Special Interest Housing; Dickinson Science Magazine
Internship Experiences: Research intern, Children鈥檚 Hospital of Philadelphia and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
How has Dickinson prepared Layla for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淭he Career Center and Pre-Health Society were helpful in finding the right graduate programs for me,鈥� Layla says.
Internship Experiences: Research intern, Children鈥檚 Hospital of Philadelphia and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
How has Dickinson prepared Layla for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淭he Career Center and Pre-Health Society were helpful in finding the right graduate programs for me,鈥� Layla says.
Natalie Pope
Hometown: Mechanicsville, Va.
Major(s): archaeology; French & Francophone studies
Graduate School: University of Virginia
Natalie will pursue a master鈥檚 degree in archaeology/anthropology and hopes to work in a museum or university setting where she can 鈥渇urther educate the next generation of archaeologists and anthropologists with an interdisciplinary approach.鈥�
Major(s): archaeology; French & Francophone studies
Graduate School: University of Virginia
Natalie will pursue a master鈥檚 degree in archaeology/anthropology and hopes to work in a museum or university setting where she can 鈥渇urther educate the next generation of archaeologists and anthropologists with an interdisciplinary approach.鈥�
Campus Activities and Engagement: Archaeology Club; Astronomy Club; Center for Sustainable Living; Department Majors Committee; French Club; Jewish Life House; language tables; library student advisor; student worker; resident advisor; College Democrats; Eco/Sustainability Rep; Emerging Leaders; Kosher Cooking Club
How has Dickinson prepared Natalie for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淭he program I am going into incorporates specific archaeological methods with a broader cultural anthropology view, which is what I have gained at Dickinson. Through my courses, I have learned the practical archaeological methods and theory and the broader impact and importance of anthropology in understanding who we are and who others are.鈥�
How has Dickinson prepared Natalie for Life Beyond the Limestone? 鈥淭he program I am going into incorporates specific archaeological methods with a broader cultural anthropology view, which is what I have gained at Dickinson. Through my courses, I have learned the practical archaeological methods and theory and the broader impact and importance of anthropology in understanding who we are and who others are.鈥�
Gavin Harter
Hometown: Berwick, Pa.
Major(s): chemistry
Graduate School: Montclair State University
Gavin has received a Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship and will pursue a master鈥檚 degree in education.
Major(s): chemistry
Graduate School: Montclair State University
Gavin has received a Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship and will pursue a master鈥檚 degree in education.
Campus Activities and Engagement: American Chemical Society; student-faculty research; co-ed volleyball; football; men鈥檚 indoor and outdoor track; Be the Match
What are some of the defining moments of Gavin鈥檚 Dickinson experience? 鈥淓veryday walking into a chemistry class and seeing how enthusiastic the professors in that department are about chemistry and their students. I feel like I can call most chemistry professors my friends.鈥�
What is Gavin most anticipating about his post-graduation plans? 鈥淚 am looking forward to preparing and inspiring high school students to go to college in a STEM field. I want to be the teacher that our future scientists point to as the person who inspired them.鈥�
Learn more about Gavin.
What are some of the defining moments of Gavin鈥檚 Dickinson experience? 鈥淓veryday walking into a chemistry class and seeing how enthusiastic the professors in that department are about chemistry and their students. I feel like I can call most chemistry professors my friends.鈥�
What is Gavin most anticipating about his post-graduation plans? 鈥淚 am looking forward to preparing and inspiring high school students to go to college in a STEM field. I want to be the teacher that our future scientists point to as the person who inspired them.鈥�
Learn more about Gavin.