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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!

Linnea Tabaka
More Than I Imagined ? Linnea Tabaka
“Dr. Jakielski, Dr. Haskill and other faculty in the CSD department have been mentors to me throughout my entire time at Augie.”
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Blake Traylor
More Than I Imagined ? Blake Traylor
“This whole biome (and its legendary bubble) has become a home to me unlike any other.”
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Noor UI Ain
More Than I Imagined ? Noor Ul Ain
“I didn't know it would be so easy for me to find a home away from home here.”
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Isaiah Valentine
More Than I Imagined ? Isaiah Valentine
“I felt instantly welcomed here in a way I hadn't been at other institutions I visited.”
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Claudia Vallejo
More Than I Imagined ? Claudia Vallejo
“I chose Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø because I appreciated their emphasis on diversity.”
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Josh Van Essen
More Than I Imagined ? Josh Van Essen
“Every professor I've had has known me personally and has been invested in my success.”
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Justin Vollmuth
More Than I Imagined ? Justin Vollmuth
“The high expectations set by my professors helped me develop a love of learning that I will have for the rest of my life.”
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Chi Vu
More Than I Imagined ? Chi Vu
“The Augie community exceeded my expectations by being incredibly supportive and welcoming!”
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Henry Webb
More Than I Imagined ? Henry Webb
“The excellent faculty in physics and Classics played a major role in helping me get to where I am now.”
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Hannah Weber
More Than I Imagined ? Hannah Weber
“The faculty here is so willing to help if you just ask!”
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Nishal Weems
More Than I Imagined ? Nishal Weems
“The various opportunities provided by social clubs, academic advisors and student engagement allowed me to find my identity.”
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Shadrick Whabyely
More Than I Imagined ? Shadrick Muntari Whabyely
“Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø fosters a welcoming environment for all students, promoting inclusivity.”
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Melanie Wiegmann
More Than I Imagined ? Melanie Wiegmann
“Both Coach Bethke and Coach Holder created an environment where female athletes can thrive.”
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Gavi Wijesekera
More Than I Imagined ? Gavinya Wijesekera
“The Reading/Writing Center is the embodiment of all of Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø's best qualities.”
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Nicholas
More Than I Imagined ? Nicholas Muskopf-Stone
“While I expected to graduate with a degree in engineering physics, I did not expect to graduate with two minors and many months of professional experience.”
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Huy Nghiem
More Than I Imagined ? Huy (Henry) Nghiem
“I'm also very grateful for the professors from the math and accounting/business departments who have been there, listening to my thoughts while letting me craft my own Augie experience.”
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Oscar Almanza Cisneros
More Than I Imagined ? Oscar Almanza Cisneros
“I will miss the daily routine of going to class and meeting the wonderful people who are here, especially the faculty.”
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Walid Alzein
More Than I Imagined ? Walid Alzein
“The professors at Augie are phenomenal people!”
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Megan Anderson
More Than I Imagined ? Megan Anderson
“The Campus Ministries community is unlike any I've known.”
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Marcela Arreguin
More Than I Imagined ? Marcela Arreguin
“Being offered a job after my senior year internship was the cherry on top.”
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Gabriela Arreguin
More Than I Imagined ? Gabriela Arreguin
“I had gone on at least 20 other college visits, and I just knew Augie was where I wanted to be.”
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Giselle Barajas
More Than I Imagined ? Giselle Barajas
“I never expected to speak up for what I believe in as much as I do now.”
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Cheyenne Bartelt
More Than I Imagined ? Cheyenne Bartelt
“I chose Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø because of the energy and passion the people here have for this school.”
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Olivia Bates
More Than I Imagined ? Olivia Bates
“There were so many opportunities for me to grow as a student inside and outside the classroom.”
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