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More Than I Imagined

Seniors reflect on their time at Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø

Every spring faculty are asked to nominate a senior who has taken advantage of the opportunities Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø offers in academics, research, study away, athletics, the arts and more.

The seniors answer a series of questions to describe their transformative Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø experience and show what can happen in four years.

Simply choose the grad year and area of study you're interested in to read their reflections!

Natalie Spahn
More Than I Imagined ? Natalie Spahn
“My sophomore year I joined the Observer, and within four months they asked me to cover the Women¡¯s March on Washington.”
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Christine Vincent
More Than I Imagined ? Christine Vincent
“Dr. Mahn and Pastor Kristen helped me tremendously to think about my calling in the world, and they challenged me to grow. I had no idea I'd end up as a religion major.”
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Brandon Wilkerson
More Than I Imagined ? Brandon Wilkerson
“I have met some of the best people I have ever known here.”
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Rob Williams
More Than I Imagined ? Rob Williams
“Dr. Calder generously allowed me to join his research project and let me present the work in settings that are usually closed to undergraduates.”
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Daniel Williams
More Than I Imagined ? Daniel Williams
“The theatre department has been a second home to me, and a place I know I'll always be welcome.”
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Maddie Witt
More Than I Imagined ? Maddie Witt
“I feel like all four years here have been a peak experience.”
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Kyle Workman
More Than I Imagined ? Kyle Workman
“I?just really loved the atmosphere and the people every time I visited campus.”
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Peyton Achs
More Than I Imagined ? Peyton Achs
“I wanted small class sizes where I would know my professors, and they would know me.”
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Ashley Adams
More Than I Imagined ? Ashley Adams
“I will be forever grateful for my many dedicated mentors.”
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Michelle Alano
More Than I Imagined ? Michelle Alano
“The professors really care about each student as an individual.”
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Travon Aldridge
More Than I Imagined ? Travon Aldridge
“I will miss the relationships I have created with not only my fellow students but the staff as well.”
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Victoria Allen
More Than I Imagined ? Victoria Allen
“I could never have imagined all the opportunities Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø gave me.”
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Erin Ansusinha
More Than I Imagined ? Erin Ansusinha
“I owe my success to so many professors.”
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Laura Bergren
More Than I Imagined ? Laura Bergren
“It was Dr. Popple's class and her passion for the subject that really helped me find my love for dramaturgy.”
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Comet Blecha
More Than I Imagined ? Comet Blecha
“I never imagined being in so many organizations, let alone leading them.”
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Allison Brinker
More Than I Imagined ? Allison Brinker
“I will miss the sense of family I have found at Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø.”
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Benjamin Bruster
More Than I Imagined ? Benjamin Bruster
“I used my Augie Choice for East Asia term. As an aspiring geographer, I enjoyed seeing and learning about Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong and China.”
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Emma Brutman
More Than I Imagined ? Emma Brutman
“The entire theatre department has become a second home to me.”
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Abi Buchanan
More Than I Imagined ? Abi Buchanan
“I am fortunate to have received a full-ride at Michigan State University for its doctoral program in anthropology.”
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Rachel Buenaobra
More Than I Imagined ? Rachel Buenaobra
“Throughout my time here, I¡¯ve been challenged and encouraged to tap into potential I didn¡¯t know I was capable of ¡ª?inside and outside the classroom.”
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alan daly
More Than I Imagined ? Allan Daly
“Classics is a wonderful major that teaches you more about life than any other subject. It got me my internship, which got me into grad school.”
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Lan Dang
More Than I Imagined ? Lan Dang
“For my doctorate, I will study computational biomedical sciences.”
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Jenn Darby
More Than I Imagined ? Jenn Darby
“There is so much I will miss about Augie.”
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Megan DeRoeck
More Than I Imagined ? Megan DeRoeck
“I am so thankful that I was able to use Augie Choice to help me travel out of the country.”
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