Gloria Hwang
Hometown: North Potomac, Md.
Major(s): biochemistry & molecular biology
Graduate School: Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine
Gloria will attend the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine in Hershey, Pa.
Major(s): biochemistry & molecular biology
Graduate School: Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine
Gloria will attend the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine in Hershey, Pa.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Pre-Health Society; Alpha Lambda Delta; Phi Beta Kappa; Theta Alpha Kappa; Wheel & Chain; Dickinson Science Magazine; House Manager, Wellness Living Community
How has Dickinson prepared Gloria for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson has given me the liberal arts and scientific background I need to continue my education beyond the Limestone,” Gloria says.
How has Dickinson prepared Gloria for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson has given me the liberal arts and scientific background I need to continue my education beyond the Limestone,” Gloria says.
Brianne Dudiak
Hometown: Irwin, Pa.
Major(s): chemistry; biochemistry & molecular biology
Graduate School: Duke University
Brianne will attend Duke University in Durham, N.C., where she will pursue a Ph.D. in organic chemistry.
Major(s): chemistry; biochemistry & molecular biology
Graduate School: Duke University
Brianne will attend Duke University in Durham, N.C., where she will pursue a Ph.D. in organic chemistry.
Campus Activities and Engagement: American Chemical Society; Dickinson Improv and Collaborative Ensemble; Student-Faculty Research; Teaching Assistant; Tutor; Alpha Lambda Delta; Phi Beta Kappa
Internship Experiences: Research Internship, Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh
How has Dickinson prepared Brianne for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Because Dickinson gave me the opportunity to conduct research as an undergraduate, I was able to discover my passion for research that inspired me to go to graduate school,” Brianne explains.
Internship Experiences: Research Internship, Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh
How has Dickinson prepared Brianne for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Because Dickinson gave me the opportunity to conduct research as an undergraduate, I was able to discover my passion for research that inspired me to go to graduate school,” Brianne explains.
Courtney Helt
Hometown: Hanover, Pa.
Major(s): English
Graduate School: University of Pennsylvania Law School
Courtney will pursue a law degree at the University of Pennsylvania Law School in Philadelphia.
Major(s): English
Graduate School: University of Pennsylvania Law School
Courtney will pursue a law degree at the University of Pennsylvania Law School in Philadelphia.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Department Majors Committee; Learning Community; Student Advisory Committee; Student-Faculty Research; Teaching Assistant; The Norman M. Eberly Multilingual Writing Center; Tutor; Tritons; ESL Tutoring Program; Alpha Lambda Delta; Global Gastronomy Group; Student Teaching
Internship Experiences: Intern, York County Self-Help Center, York, Pa.
How has Dickinson prepared Courtney for Life Beyond the Limestone? “My English major has prepared me to think critically about texts and to read and write effectively,” Courtney says. “Above all, my time at Dickinson has taught me the rewards of becoming an engaged member of my community.”
Internship Experiences: Intern, York County Self-Help Center, York, Pa.
How has Dickinson prepared Courtney for Life Beyond the Limestone? “My English major has prepared me to think critically about texts and to read and write effectively,” Courtney says. “Above all, my time at Dickinson has taught me the rewards of becoming an engaged member of my community.”
Shayna Solomon
Hometown: Rockville, Md.
Major(s): political science
Graduate School: University of Oxford
Shayna will pursue a master’s degree in comparative social policy at the University of Oxford in the U.K.
Major(s): political science
Graduate School: University of Oxford
Shayna will pursue a master’s degree in comparative social policy at the University of Oxford in the U.K.
Campus Activities and Engagement: College Choir; Department Majors Committee; Career Center Advisory Board; Dreamcatchers; Jewish Life House; Language Tables; Student Worker; Leadershape; Hillel; Religious Life Council; Social Justice House; Students for Social Action; J Street U; Student Leader, Center for Service, Spirituality and Social Justice
Internship Experiences: Communications Intern, Faith and Politics Institute, Washington; J Street U Congressional Intern, Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, Washington; Intern, Congressman Ami Bera; Intern, Associate Professor of Political Science and International Studies Edward Webb, şěĐÓÖ±˛Ąapp
How has Dickinson prepared Shayna for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Studying abroad at Oxford, which is a Dickinson program, was instrumental in motivating me and enabling me to return to the University of Oxford,” Shayna says. “Also, my thesis research has prepared me for graduate-level research.”
Internship Experiences: Communications Intern, Faith and Politics Institute, Washington; J Street U Congressional Intern, Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, Washington; Intern, Congressman Ami Bera; Intern, Associate Professor of Political Science and International Studies Edward Webb, şěĐÓÖ±˛Ąapp
How has Dickinson prepared Shayna for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Studying abroad at Oxford, which is a Dickinson program, was instrumental in motivating me and enabling me to return to the University of Oxford,” Shayna says. “Also, my thesis research has prepared me for graduate-level research.”
Callan Donovan
Hometown: Falmouth, Maine
Major(s): biology
Graduate School: University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine
Callan will study to become a dentist at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine in Farmington, Conn.
Major(s): biology
Graduate School: University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine
Callan will study to become a dentist at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine in Farmington, Conn.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Dental Society; Pre-Health Society; Liberty Cap Society; Phoenix; Alpha Lambda Delta; Equestrian Club; Dickinson Science Magazine
How has Dickinson prepared Callan for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson has provided me with a community where I have grown more than I ever could have thought,” Callan says. “I have had the opportunity to get involved in so many different activities and meet so many different people through those activities, and I want to continue to be involved in my graduate school as well. Dickinson really allowed me to get out of my comfort zone, and I think I have become a more outgoing and adventurous person, which are two qualities I am excited to carry with me throughout life.”
How has Dickinson prepared Callan for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson has provided me with a community where I have grown more than I ever could have thought,” Callan says. “I have had the opportunity to get involved in so many different activities and meet so many different people through those activities, and I want to continue to be involved in my graduate school as well. Dickinson really allowed me to get out of my comfort zone, and I think I have become a more outgoing and adventurous person, which are two qualities I am excited to carry with me throughout life.”
Christopher Hubbard
Hometown: Milford, Pa.
Major(s): Environmental Science
Graduate School: Oregon State University
Christopher will pursue a master’s degree in forestry at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Ore.
Major(s): Environmental Science
Graduate School: Oregon State University
Christopher will pursue a master’s degree in forestry at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Ore.
Cai Guo
Hometown: Wuhan, China
Major(s): psychology
Graduate School: Stanford University
Cai will study in Stanford University’s psychology Ph.D. program in Stanford, Calif. After earning his Ph.D., Cai wants to be a professor at a research university.
Major(s): psychology
Graduate School: Stanford University
Cai will study in Stanford University’s psychology Ph.D. program in Stanford, Calif. After earning his Ph.D., Cai wants to be a professor at a research university.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Psychology Club; Student-Faculty Research; Teaching Assistant; Academic Disabilities Proctor; Health and Wellness Committee; Alpha Lambda Delta; Psi Chi; LGBTQ; Spectrum
Internship Experiences: Research assistant, Harvard University Department of Psychology; Research assistant, Yale University Department of Psychology
How has Dickinson prepared Cai for Life Beyond the Limestone? “The interdisciplinary education at Dickinson provided me with important critical thinking skills and the ability to integrate knowledge in different areas,” he says.
What are some of the defining moments of Cai’s Dickinson experience? “Working with the professors in the psychology department on various research projects. These experiences helped me learn the skills critical to psychological research and also helped me get to know my professors and seek advice from them,” he says.
Internship Experiences: Research assistant, Harvard University Department of Psychology; Research assistant, Yale University Department of Psychology
How has Dickinson prepared Cai for Life Beyond the Limestone? “The interdisciplinary education at Dickinson provided me with important critical thinking skills and the ability to integrate knowledge in different areas,” he says.
What are some of the defining moments of Cai’s Dickinson experience? “Working with the professors in the psychology department on various research projects. These experiences helped me learn the skills critical to psychological research and also helped me get to know my professors and seek advice from them,” he says.
Anna Wagman
Hometown: York, Pa.
Major(s): anthropology
Graduate School: Emory University Rollins School of Public Health
Anna will study health care management at Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health in Atlanta. She’ll be taking management courses to gain competencies in marketing, accounting, human resources and operations. “I’m hoping to use these skills to go into the field of women’s and sexual health services,” she says.
Major(s): anthropology
Graduate School: Emory University Rollins School of Public Health
Anna will study health care management at Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health in Atlanta. She’ll be taking management courses to gain competencies in marketing, accounting, human resources and operations. “I’m hoping to use these skills to go into the field of women’s and sexual health services,” she says.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Dana Intern; Department Majors Committee; Women’s and Gender Resource Center; YWCA Rape Advocacy Program; Delta Nu; Career Consultants
Internship Experiences: Fundraising and Development Fellow, Sexual Health Innovations, New York City; Administrative Intern, Family First Health, York, Pa.
What are some of the defining moments of Anna’s Dickinson experience? “Joining Delta Nu the same semester as I took my first gender studies course sparked my interest in issues of gender inequity. (I was) building relationships with such strong women, and at the same time I began understanding the structural nature of the obstacles we were all facing, from our opinions being dismissed in class to the pathogenesis of sexual assault on college campuses,” she says.
Internship Experiences: Fundraising and Development Fellow, Sexual Health Innovations, New York City; Administrative Intern, Family First Health, York, Pa.
What are some of the defining moments of Anna’s Dickinson experience? “Joining Delta Nu the same semester as I took my first gender studies course sparked my interest in issues of gender inequity. (I was) building relationships with such strong women, and at the same time I began understanding the structural nature of the obstacles we were all facing, from our opinions being dismissed in class to the pathogenesis of sexual assault on college campuses,” she says.
Leanne Hoppers
Hometown: Ellicott City, Md.
Major(s): Spanish; psychology
Graduate School: University of Southern California
Leanne will attend the University of Southern California in Los Angeles to pursue a master’s degree in occupational therapy.
Major(s): Spanish; psychology
Graduate School: University of Southern California
Leanne will attend the University of Southern California in Los Angeles to pursue a master’s degree in occupational therapy.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Pre-Health Society; Psychology Society; Spanish Club; Tutor; CommServ; Special Friends; Alpha Lambda Delta; Psi Chi; Sigma Delta Pi; Club Soccer; Language Tables; Student Worker; Peer Academic Advising; Special Interest Housing
How has Dickinson prepared Leanne for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson has given me an international mindset that sparked my desire to work with a larger, more global population of people,” she says. “Although I will be working in a very specific field, the liberal arts education I received from Dickinson will prepare me for the variety of experiences that I may encounter.”
How has Dickinson prepared Leanne for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson has given me an international mindset that sparked my desire to work with a larger, more global population of people,” she says. “Although I will be working in a very specific field, the liberal arts education I received from Dickinson will prepare me for the variety of experiences that I may encounter.”
Ayesha Solaiman
Hometown: Udhailiyah via Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Major(s): psychology
Graduate School: Temple University
Ayesha has been awarded a scholarship to pursue both a master’s and an educational specialist degree in school psychology at Temple University in Philadelphia.
Major(s): psychology
Graduate School: Temple University
Ayesha has been awarded a scholarship to pursue both a master’s and an educational specialist degree in school psychology at Temple University in Philadelphia.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Psychology Club; Asian Pacific Association; W.I.N.D. Club; Library Student Advisor; Student Worker; Muslim Student Association; Photography Club
Internship Experiences: Research Assistant, şěĐÓÖ±˛Ąapp Department of Psychology; Trained Listener, 7 Cups of Tea
How has Dickinson prepared Ayesha for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson has made me a well-rounded person,” Ayesha says. “I gained not only an education in psychology, but in women’s, gender & sexuality studies, social justice, astronomy, chemistry, photography and other subjects. Dickinson's liberal arts program is exceptional and leaves students with a wonderful, well-rounded education.”
What are some of the defining moments of Ayesha’s Dickinson experience? “The most defining memories of my time at Dickinson mostly involve the MSA (Muslim Students Association), in which I was extremely involved, and CS3 (Center for Service, Spirituality and Social Justice), where I was a student leader,” Ayesha explains. “The various events I was able to plan and see happen through these two roles were amazing!”
Internship Experiences: Research Assistant, şěĐÓÖ±˛Ąapp Department of Psychology; Trained Listener, 7 Cups of Tea
How has Dickinson prepared Ayesha for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson has made me a well-rounded person,” Ayesha says. “I gained not only an education in psychology, but in women’s, gender & sexuality studies, social justice, astronomy, chemistry, photography and other subjects. Dickinson's liberal arts program is exceptional and leaves students with a wonderful, well-rounded education.”
What are some of the defining moments of Ayesha’s Dickinson experience? “The most defining memories of my time at Dickinson mostly involve the MSA (Muslim Students Association), in which I was extremely involved, and CS3 (Center for Service, Spirituality and Social Justice), where I was a student leader,” Ayesha explains. “The various events I was able to plan and see happen through these two roles were amazing!”
Kevin Doyle
Hometown: Tuscaloosa, Ala.
Major(s): Russian; international studies
Graduate School: Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
Kevin will pursue a master’s degree in Regional Studies: Russia, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia (REECA) at the Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences in Cambridge, Mass. He has received a Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship, which is funded by the U.S. Department of State to provide students with financial support, mentoring and professional development to prepare them academically and professionally for a career in the State Department’s Foreign Service.
Major(s): Russian; international studies
Graduate School: Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
Kevin will pursue a master’s degree in Regional Studies: Russia, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia (REECA) at the Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences in Cambridge, Mass. He has received a Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship, which is funded by the U.S. Department of State to provide students with financial support, mentoring and professional development to prepare them academically and professionally for a career in the State Department’s Foreign Service.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Alpha Lambda Delta; Sigma Iota Rho; Russian Club; Russian House; Tutor; Catholic Campus Ministry; Newman Club; Dickinsonian
Internship Experiences: Intern, Peacekeeping and Stability Operations Institute, Army War College, Carlisle, Pa.; Intern, Eurasian Foundation of Central Asia, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan; Intern, Office of Senator Jeff Sessions, Washington
How has Dickinson prepared Kevin for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson has given me tangible skills, like my Russian language ability, as well as the intellectual mindset to adapt to a constantly changing world,” Kevin says.
What is Kevin most anticipating about his post-graduation plans? “The ability to apply all the things that I have learned at Dickinson and the chance to live abroad for an extended period of time,” Kevin says.
Internship Experiences: Intern, Peacekeeping and Stability Operations Institute, Army War College, Carlisle, Pa.; Intern, Eurasian Foundation of Central Asia, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan; Intern, Office of Senator Jeff Sessions, Washington
How has Dickinson prepared Kevin for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson has given me tangible skills, like my Russian language ability, as well as the intellectual mindset to adapt to a constantly changing world,” Kevin says.
What is Kevin most anticipating about his post-graduation plans? “The ability to apply all the things that I have learned at Dickinson and the chance to live abroad for an extended period of time,” Kevin says.
Elizabeth Lanigan
Hometown: Rockaway, N.J.
Major(s): English; women’s, gender & sexuality studies
Graduate School/Scholarship: University of Oxford
Elizabeth will pursue a master’s degree in women’s studies from the University of Oxford.
Major(s): English; women’s, gender & sexuality studies
Graduate School/Scholarship: University of Oxford
Elizabeth will pursue a master’s degree in women’s studies from the University of Oxford.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Alpha Phi Omega; Bonner Leaders; Relay for Life; Serve the World – Service Trips; Alpha Lambda Delta; Omicron Delta Kappa; Student Worker; Dickinson Science Magazine
Internship Experiences: Carlisle C.A.R.E.S. shelter
How has Dickinson prepared Elizabeth for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Through the English and women’s, gender & sexuality studies departments, I’ve had numerous opportunities to carry out independent research projects, and these experiences are what made me realize that I could see myself with a career in academia,” says Elizabeth. “I had the opportunity to study abroad at the University of Oxford, and my experience there refined my interests as a scholar and confirmed that I wanted to pursue graduate study.”
What are some of the defining moments of Elizabeth’s Dickinson experience? “Being accepted to the Montgomery Service Leaders program; taking Professor Amy Farrell’s fat studies class; going on a service trip to Macon, Ga.; being accepted to the Dickinson at Oxford program; presenting my women’s, gender & sexuality studies research at the CPC women’s, gender and sexuality studies conference,” she says.
Internship Experiences: Carlisle C.A.R.E.S. shelter
How has Dickinson prepared Elizabeth for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Through the English and women’s, gender & sexuality studies departments, I’ve had numerous opportunities to carry out independent research projects, and these experiences are what made me realize that I could see myself with a career in academia,” says Elizabeth. “I had the opportunity to study abroad at the University of Oxford, and my experience there refined my interests as a scholar and confirmed that I wanted to pursue graduate study.”
What are some of the defining moments of Elizabeth’s Dickinson experience? “Being accepted to the Montgomery Service Leaders program; taking Professor Amy Farrell’s fat studies class; going on a service trip to Macon, Ga.; being accepted to the Dickinson at Oxford program; presenting my women’s, gender & sexuality studies research at the CPC women’s, gender and sexuality studies conference,” she says.
John Kneisley
Hometown: Arlington, Va.
Major(s): English
Graduate School: Brown University
John will pursue a master’s in English secondary education at Brown University in Providence, R.I.
Major(s): English
Graduate School: Brown University
John will pursue a master’s in English secondary education at Brown University in Providence, R.I.
Campus Activities and Engagement: The Norman M. Eberly Multilingual Writing Center; Club Basketball; Alpha Lambda Delta; men’s tennis
Internship Experiences: Teaching Assistant for Creative Nonfiction, The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, Baltimore
How has Dickinson prepared John for Life Beyond the Limestone? “The quality of our English department is beyond outstanding. Their passion, pedagogical expertise and devotion to their students have not only spurred remarkable academic growth, but are all qualities I hope to embody when I become a teacher,” he says. “I would not be the reader, writer and thinker I am today without their mastery and effort.”
What are some of the defining moments of John’s Dickinson experience? “Working as a writing center tutor has given me excellent teaching experience as well as a second home on campus,” he says. “I’m proud to have worked alongside so many amazing peers (and directors!), and I’m grateful for what I know will be life-long friendships. In addition, playing on the men’s tennis team provided a therapeutic, albeit physically demanding, retreat from academics. I learned what it means to grow as a team while constantly honing my own physical and mental discipline. We pushed each other hard to succeed.”
Internship Experiences: Teaching Assistant for Creative Nonfiction, The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, Baltimore
How has Dickinson prepared John for Life Beyond the Limestone? “The quality of our English department is beyond outstanding. Their passion, pedagogical expertise and devotion to their students have not only spurred remarkable academic growth, but are all qualities I hope to embody when I become a teacher,” he says. “I would not be the reader, writer and thinker I am today without their mastery and effort.”
What are some of the defining moments of John’s Dickinson experience? “Working as a writing center tutor has given me excellent teaching experience as well as a second home on campus,” he says. “I’m proud to have worked alongside so many amazing peers (and directors!), and I’m grateful for what I know will be life-long friendships. In addition, playing on the men’s tennis team provided a therapeutic, albeit physically demanding, retreat from academics. I learned what it means to grow as a team while constantly honing my own physical and mental discipline. We pushed each other hard to succeed.”
Zev Greenberg
Hometown: Allentown, Pa.
Major(s): chemistry, biochemistry & molecular biology
Graduate School: Washington University in St. Louis
Zev will pursue a Ph.D. in developmental biology at Washington University in St. Louis.
Major(s): chemistry, biochemistry & molecular biology
Graduate School: Washington University in St. Louis
Zev will pursue a Ph.D. in developmental biology at Washington University in St. Louis.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Admissions Student Interviewer; Relay for Life; Student Senate; Alpha Lambda Delta; Idea Fund
Internship Experiences: Greater Research Opportunity Fellow, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Athens, Ga.
How has Dickinson prepared Zev for Life Beyond the Limestone? “I started student-faculty research in my second semester at Dickinson, and it was from this experience that I learned that working in the lab is what I am passionate about,” he says. “Since then, I have completed seven-consecutive semesters and one summer of research with Professor of Chemistry Amy Witter and two semesters my senior year with Associate Professor of Biology Kirsten Guss. From these lab experiences and the material I learned in my science courses from varying departments, I know that I am well prepared to succeed in graduate school.”
Internship Experiences: Greater Research Opportunity Fellow, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Athens, Ga.
How has Dickinson prepared Zev for Life Beyond the Limestone? “I started student-faculty research in my second semester at Dickinson, and it was from this experience that I learned that working in the lab is what I am passionate about,” he says. “Since then, I have completed seven-consecutive semesters and one summer of research with Professor of Chemistry Amy Witter and two semesters my senior year with Associate Professor of Biology Kirsten Guss. From these lab experiences and the material I learned in my science courses from varying departments, I know that I am well prepared to succeed in graduate school.”
Ian Hower
Hometown: Santa Clara, Calif.
Major(s): law & policy
Graduate School: London School of Economics
Ian will pursue a master’s degree in philosophy and public policy at the London School of Economics. Before his year in London, Ian will work for the summer at Yellowstone National Park.
Major(s): law & policy
Graduate School: London School of Economics
Ian will pursue a master’s degree in philosophy and public policy at the London School of Economics. Before his year in London, Ian will work for the summer at Yellowstone National Park.
Campus Activities and Engagement: German Club; Academic Affairs Committee; Academic Violation Board; Admissions Student Interviewer; Judicial Pool Hearing Board; Liberty Cap Society; Public Safety Advisory Board; Senior Gift Drive; Student Devils’ Advocate; Habitat for Humanity; Relay for Life; All-College: Academic Programs Committee, Academic Standards Committee, Enrollment and Student Life Committee, Planning and Budget Committee, Student Affairs Committee; Class Council; Constitutional Affairs and Elections; Student Senate: President, Academic Affairs Committee, Cabinet, Community Relations, Finance Committee, Public Relations, Student Life Committee; Omicron Delta Kappa; HUB Supervisor; Orientation Assistant; College Democrats; Class Council: first year, sophomore, junior, senior; Leadershape; Public Affairs Symposium
Internship Experiences: Congressional intern, Capitol Hill, Washington; Intern, California State House, Sacramento, Calif.
How has Dickinson prepared Ian for Life Beyond the Limestone? “It has prepared me to ask good questions, and be able to adapt to many types of circumstances,” Ian says.
What are some of the defining moments of Ian’s Dickinson experience? “Being elected Student Senate president and all of the fun and challenges that came along with it,” he says. “Ending up lost in the Tunisian Sahara desert during my time abroad in Bologna, Italy, was certainly unexpected, as were the two times I spent careening around campus in golf carts during two consecutive alumni weekends.”
What is Ian most anticipating about his post-graduation plans? “I am extremely excited to live abroad again for a year in England,” he says. “Living in a big city, and a world capital such as London, was something I never thought possible before entering Dickinson. I am looking forward to experiencing something entirely new and liberating.”
Internship Experiences: Congressional intern, Capitol Hill, Washington; Intern, California State House, Sacramento, Calif.
How has Dickinson prepared Ian for Life Beyond the Limestone? “It has prepared me to ask good questions, and be able to adapt to many types of circumstances,” Ian says.
What are some of the defining moments of Ian’s Dickinson experience? “Being elected Student Senate president and all of the fun and challenges that came along with it,” he says. “Ending up lost in the Tunisian Sahara desert during my time abroad in Bologna, Italy, was certainly unexpected, as were the two times I spent careening around campus in golf carts during two consecutive alumni weekends.”
What is Ian most anticipating about his post-graduation plans? “I am extremely excited to live abroad again for a year in England,” he says. “Living in a big city, and a world capital such as London, was something I never thought possible before entering Dickinson. I am looking forward to experiencing something entirely new and liberating.”
Mark Manganaro
Hometown: Horseheads, N.Y.
Major(s): biochemistry & molecular biology
Graduate School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Mark will attend Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pa., where he will work toward fulfilling his lifetime goal of becoming a physician.
Major(s): biochemistry & molecular biology
Graduate School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Mark will attend Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pa., where he will work toward fulfilling his lifetime goal of becoming a physician.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Football; Indoor and Outdoor Track; Pre-Health Society; Relay for Life; College Republicans
How has Dickinson prepared Mark for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson is a great place that was able to make my lifetime dreams come true. All high school students thinking of Dickinson should know that,” Mark says. “Dickinson gave me a great education as well as the athletic experience that was able to drive me to the next step of my education—medical school.”
How has Dickinson prepared Mark for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson is a great place that was able to make my lifetime dreams come true. All high school students thinking of Dickinson should know that,” Mark says. “Dickinson gave me a great education as well as the athletic experience that was able to drive me to the next step of my education—medical school.”
Carly Pierson
Hometown: Newton, N.J.
Major(s): biology
Graduate School: Mississippi State University School of Veterinary Medicine
Carly will study to become a doctor of veterinary medicine specializing in neurosurgery at Mississippi State University School of Veterinary Medicine in Mississippi State, Miss.
Major(s): biology
Graduate School: Mississippi State University School of Veterinary Medicine
Carly will study to become a doctor of veterinary medicine specializing in neurosurgery at Mississippi State University School of Veterinary Medicine in Mississippi State, Miss.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Cross-Country Team; Indoor and Outdoor Track Team; Pre-Health Society; Student-Faculty Research with Associate Professor of Biology Mary Niblock; Phoenix; Relay for Life; Pi Beta Phi; Dog House; Dickinson Science Magazine; President, Pre-Vet Club
How has Dickinson prepared you for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson taught me to be independent,” she says.
How has Dickinson prepared you for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson taught me to be independent,” she says.
Jia “Majer” Ma
Hometown: Chengdu, China
Major(s): law & policy
Graduate School: University of Chicago
Majer will pursue a master’s degree in international relations at the University of Chicago.
Major(s): law & policy
Graduate School: University of Chicago
Majer will pursue a master’s degree in international relations at the University of Chicago.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Department Intern/Assistant; Mock Trial; Student-Faculty Research; Alpha Lambda Delta; Omicron Delta Kappa; Student Worker; First-Year Student Mentor; Dickinson Christian Fellowship; Feminist Collective; Sustained Dialogue; Women’s Retreat; Global Ambassador for DIS (Copenhagen) and TWC (Washington)
Internship Experiences: Research Assistant, Department of National Security and Strategy, U.S. Army War College, Carlisle, Pa.; Legal Intern, Haynes Novick Immigration, Washington; Investigative Legal Intern, Legal Aid Society, New York City
How has Dickinson prepared Majer for Life Beyond the Limestone? “The academic experience that I have had at Dickinson is simply unbeatable,” Majer says. “I was able to explore and confirm my interests in both international relations and law. Having the opportunity to continue my studies in both fields is definitely the reward for my undergraduate studies.”
What are some of the defining moments of Majer’s Dickinson experience? “When I was able to find the professors who became the two pillars of my academic interests: Professor of Political Science and International Studies Douglas Stuart and Associate Professor of Political Science Douglas Edlin,” Majer says. “They were able to support me through my own exploration and identification process of solidifying my interests in both international relations and law.”
Internship Experiences: Research Assistant, Department of National Security and Strategy, U.S. Army War College, Carlisle, Pa.; Legal Intern, Haynes Novick Immigration, Washington; Investigative Legal Intern, Legal Aid Society, New York City
How has Dickinson prepared Majer for Life Beyond the Limestone? “The academic experience that I have had at Dickinson is simply unbeatable,” Majer says. “I was able to explore and confirm my interests in both international relations and law. Having the opportunity to continue my studies in both fields is definitely the reward for my undergraduate studies.”
What are some of the defining moments of Majer’s Dickinson experience? “When I was able to find the professors who became the two pillars of my academic interests: Professor of Political Science and International Studies Douglas Stuart and Associate Professor of Political Science Douglas Edlin,” Majer says. “They were able to support me through my own exploration and identification process of solidifying my interests in both international relations and law.”
Molly Kulbaski
Hometown: Fairfax Station, Va.
Major(s): biochemistry & molecular biology
Graduate School: University of Glasgow
Molly will study veterinary medicine at the University of Glasgow in Scotland.
Major(s): biochemistry & molecular biology
Graduate School: University of Glasgow
Molly will study veterinary medicine at the University of Glasgow in Scotland.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Biology Club; Pre-Health Society; Student-Faculty Research; Academic Violation Board; Phoenix; Student Senate; Student Senate Student Life Committee; Volleyball Club; Senior Class Council; Catholic Campus Ministry; Dickinson Dog House
Internship Experiences: Loop Abroad Program with the Elephant Nature Park, Chiang Mai, Thailand; C.E.L.A. Belize; Companion Animal Clinic, Fairfax Station, Va.
How has Dickinson prepared Molly for Life Beyond the Limestone? “I truly believe that I have a step up from my peers at larger institutions because I have been guided better than others outside of Dickinson who are not as fortunate to have the one-on-one attention that I received,” Molly says.
Internship Experiences: Loop Abroad Program with the Elephant Nature Park, Chiang Mai, Thailand; C.E.L.A. Belize; Companion Animal Clinic, Fairfax Station, Va.
How has Dickinson prepared Molly for Life Beyond the Limestone? “I truly believe that I have a step up from my peers at larger institutions because I have been guided better than others outside of Dickinson who are not as fortunate to have the one-on-one attention that I received,” Molly says.
Jessica Sykes
Hometown: San Rafael, Calif.
Major(s): philosophy; French & Francophone studies
Graduate School: The London School of Economics
Jessica will pursue a master’s degree in media, communication and development at the London School of Economics. Before she leaves for the U.K., Jessica will be a summer associate with the Department of External Affairs at the United States African Development Foundation.
Major(s): philosophy; French & Francophone studies
Graduate School: The London School of Economics
Jessica will pursue a master’s degree in media, communication and development at the London School of Economics. Before she leaves for the U.K., Jessica will be a summer associate with the Department of External Affairs at the United States African Development Foundation.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Tritons; Big Brothers/Big Sisters; Kappa Alpha Theta; Alpha Lambda Delta; Omicron Delta Kappa; Pi Delta Phi; Tennis Club; Dickinson Science Magazine; Dickinsonian; Global Ambassador; Intramural Basketball; Flute Ensemble
Internship Experiences: Intern, The Guardian Post, Yaoundé, Cameroon; Communications Team Reporter, Trust and Integrity in the Global Economy, Initiatives of Change Conference, Caux, Switzerland
How has Dickinson prepared Jessica for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson has provided me with confidence in my ability to handle whatever life throws my way,” she says. “I have developed communication and leadership skills and enhanced my critical thinking thanks to both academics and extra-curricular activities that Dickinson has to offer.”
What are some of the defining moments of Jessica’s Dickinson experience? “My defining moments come from my experiences abroad and my work with The Dickinsonian,” she says. “Spending a semester in Toulouse, France, followed by a semester in Yaoundé, Cameroon, allowed me to expand my French skills, as well as learn more about Francophone cultures. I tested my limits and went outside my comfort zone, but was rewarded with life changing experiences that have shaped my future career goals. With The Dickinsonian, I have been able to interview people from all walks of campus and be in tune with campus climate.”
Internship Experiences: Intern, The Guardian Post, Yaoundé, Cameroon; Communications Team Reporter, Trust and Integrity in the Global Economy, Initiatives of Change Conference, Caux, Switzerland
How has Dickinson prepared Jessica for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson has provided me with confidence in my ability to handle whatever life throws my way,” she says. “I have developed communication and leadership skills and enhanced my critical thinking thanks to both academics and extra-curricular activities that Dickinson has to offer.”
What are some of the defining moments of Jessica’s Dickinson experience? “My defining moments come from my experiences abroad and my work with The Dickinsonian,” she says. “Spending a semester in Toulouse, France, followed by a semester in Yaoundé, Cameroon, allowed me to expand my French skills, as well as learn more about Francophone cultures. I tested my limits and went outside my comfort zone, but was rewarded with life changing experiences that have shaped my future career goals. With The Dickinsonian, I have been able to interview people from all walks of campus and be in tune with campus climate.”
Youki Sato
Hometown: Wallingford, Pa.
Major(s): chemistry
Graduate School: Rutgers University
Youki will attend Rutgers University in New Brunswick, N.J., to pursue a Ph.D. in environmental chemistry on a School of Environmental and Biological Sciences Graduate School Excellence Fellowship.
Major(s): chemistry
Graduate School: Rutgers University
Youki will attend Rutgers University in New Brunswick, N.J., to pursue a Ph.D. in environmental chemistry on a School of Environmental and Biological Sciences Graduate School Excellence Fellowship.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Dance Theatre Group; şěĐÓÖ±˛Ąapp Organic Farm; Dramatic Arts; Freshman Plays; Learning Community; Mermaid Players; Pre-Health Society; Student-Faculty Research; Teaching Assistant; Residence Hall Councils; Alpha Lambda Delta; Omicron Delta Kappa; Soccer Club; Language Tables; Student Worker; Orientation Assistant; Gaming Club; Special Interest Housing; Men’s Track, Indoor; Men’s Track, Outdoor
How has Dickinson prepared Youki for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson's coursework prepared me for the rigor of graduate school study, while the research I conducted with Assistant Professor of Biology Dana Wohlbach, as well as the classes I took with Professor of Chemistry Amy Witter in environmental chemistry, were pivotal in turning me toward a career in research,” he says. “In addition, I was able to meet and befriend people from a wide variety of backgrounds, which taught me to be more open to others' perspectives and be more sociable. I would not have met my best friend, who came from Hong Kong, if I had gone to a university with less focus on a global education.”
What are some of the defining moments of Youki’s Dickinson experience? “Being able to become involved in the theater and dance department, both as a student and as a participant,” he says. As a chemistry major, I definitely would not have been able to immerse myself in theater to the extent that I was able to if I went to a larger university. The experiences that I had and the friendships that I fostered with the faculty and students during theater productions is something that I will treasure and never forget.”
How has Dickinson prepared Youki for Life Beyond the Limestone? “Dickinson's coursework prepared me for the rigor of graduate school study, while the research I conducted with Assistant Professor of Biology Dana Wohlbach, as well as the classes I took with Professor of Chemistry Amy Witter in environmental chemistry, were pivotal in turning me toward a career in research,” he says. “In addition, I was able to meet and befriend people from a wide variety of backgrounds, which taught me to be more open to others' perspectives and be more sociable. I would not have met my best friend, who came from Hong Kong, if I had gone to a university with less focus on a global education.”
What are some of the defining moments of Youki’s Dickinson experience? “Being able to become involved in the theater and dance department, both as a student and as a participant,” he says. As a chemistry major, I definitely would not have been able to immerse myself in theater to the extent that I was able to if I went to a larger university. The experiences that I had and the friendships that I fostered with the faculty and students during theater productions is something that I will treasure and never forget.”
Cathryn Ledwick
Hometown: Weston, Conn.
Major(s): biology
Graduate School: Boston University
Cathryn will pursue a doctor of physical therapy degree from Boston University.
Major(s): biology
Graduate School: Boston University
Cathryn will pursue a doctor of physical therapy degree from Boston University.
Campus Activities and Engagement: Pi Beta Phi; C.A.R.E.S.; Pre-Health Society; Teaching Assistant
Internship Experiences: Volunteer, Norwalk Hospital, Norwalk, Conn.
How has Dickinson prepared Cathryn for Life Beyond the Limestone? “The Biology department at Dickinson had made me really interested and excited about my major,” she says. “They have instilled in me a passion for learning.”
What are some of the defining moments of Cathryn’s Dickinson experience? “Studying abroad in Norwich, England, I made some life-long friends across the pond,” she says.
Internship Experiences: Volunteer, Norwalk Hospital, Norwalk, Conn.
How has Dickinson prepared Cathryn for Life Beyond the Limestone? “The Biology department at Dickinson had made me really interested and excited about my major,” she says. “They have instilled in me a passion for learning.”
What are some of the defining moments of Cathryn’s Dickinson experience? “Studying abroad in Norwich, England, I made some life-long friends across the pond,” she says.