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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!

matt bowman
More Than I Imagined ? Matt Bowman
“I came in pre-med, but art history made me realize that medicine was not my passion. Thank God for the liberal arts!”
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More Than I Imagined ? Matt Bowman
“I came in pre-med, but art history made me realize that medicine was not my passion. Thank God for liberal arts!”
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melissa dalen
More Than I Imagined ? Melissa Dalen
“I walked into my classroom the first day, and I knew it was where I belonged.”
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amanda dennis
More Than I Imagined ? Amanda Dennis
“Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø has not only changed the way I view things, but also transformed me into a strong leader.”
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tim day
More Than I Imagined ? Tim Dennis
“Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø helped me find my path in life.”
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lauryn dick
More Than I Imagined ? Lauryn Dick
“Every person that I have met at Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø, whether it be a friend or a professor, has taught me a valuable lesson.”
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andy ehrhardt
More Than I Imagined ? Andy Ehrhardt
“I had no idea how invigorating the path to achieving my ultimate goal would be.”
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david etheridge
More Than I Imagined ? David Etheridge
“I learned that I can strive under pressure.”
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allyse freeman
More Than I Imagined ? Allyse Freeman
“Dr. Kaul and Dr. Ellis both made me think in new and challenging ways and have opened my eyes to the world of academia.”
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lizeth galarza
More Than I Imagined ? Lizeth Galarza
“My experience in Nicaragua on a service medical trip has been by far the most life-changing.”
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sury garcia
More Than I Imagined ? Sury Garcia
“I learned that I am passionate about helping others find their voice, and that I am OK with letting them use mine until they find the courage to use their own.”
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holly gore
More Than I Imagined ? Holly Gore
“I have had so many meetings and wonderful conversations with the professors; I have no idea where I would be now without them.”
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lindsey haines
More Than I Imagined ? Lindsey Haines
“Through both coursework and personal relationships, I discovered this well of strength in myself that I just didn't know existed.”
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corynn hanson
More Than I Imagined ? Corynn Hanson
“I can do more than I ever thought I could.”
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anny hasse
More Than I Imagined ? Anny Hasse
“I have not only learned a great deal, but have also further developed my passion for art.”
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christine hedlin
More Than I Imagined ? Christine Hedlin
“The attention and guidance I¡¯ve received from my professors here just amazes me.”
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More Than I Imagined ? Kimberly Hedlin
“Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø has given me a much more complex and meaningful sense of my faith.”
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jeremy hoffman
More Than I Imagined ? Jeremy Hoffman
“Reaching the summit of ¡®Mt. Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø¡¯ near Cody, Wyo., twice was most definitely a ¡®peak¡¯ experience!”
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kyle hundman
More Than I Imagined ? Kyle Hundman
“I have become a much more balanced and understanding person.”
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katrina jensen
More Than I Imagined ? Katrina Jensen
“My experiences at Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø have made me come to see myself as fearless. ”
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More Than I Imagined ? Kimberly Joslyn
“I could not have gotten where I am today without the friends that I¡¯ve made at Augie.”
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courtney jungnickel
More Than I Imagined ? Courtney Jungnickel
“I feel so much more prepared for the real world.”
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sam kalmar
More Than I Imagined ? Sam Kalmar
“The professors in the psychology department played a tremendous role in my college career.”
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courtney kauffman
More Than I Imagined ? Courtney Kauffman
“I've far surpassed where I thought I would be at the beginning of my college experience.”
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