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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!

Iratze Aceves
More Than I Imagined ? Iratze Aceves
“Now I understand that higher education opens doors to dreams I never imagined.”
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Cristal Moreno Aguilar
More Than I Imagined ? Cristal Moreno Aguilar
“I traveled abroad every year at Augie, which was something I didn't know was possible.”
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Ocean Akau
More Than I Imagined ? Ocean Akau
“I will definitely miss the community I grew to call home over the last four years.”
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Sophie Arceneaux
More Than I Imagined ? Sophie Arceneaux
“I didn¡¯t expect to study abroad twice, and do research abroad with some of my best friends.”
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Gracie Benstine
More Than I Imagined ? Gracie Benstine
“I never imagined myself pursuing research, presenting at national conferences and networking with professionals in my field.”
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Ian Bischoff
More Than I Imagined ? Ian Bischoff
“The connections I made with faculty, administration and students were incredibly meaningful.”
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Zach Blair
More Than I Imagined ? Zach Blair
“Truly it's been as if every day on campus has brought something new.”
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Maggie Caliendo
More Than I Imagined ? Maggie Caliendo
“Augie was the only school that gave me that opportunity, where I could be a multi-majored student-athlete and graduate on time.”
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Isabella Casanovas
More Than I Imagined ? Isabella Casanovas
“I wanted to attend a school where I could thrive both academically and athletically.”
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Eulle Stann Casaquite
More Than I Imagined ? Eulle Stann Casaquite
“I was surprised by the amount of opportunities to do student research.”
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Matt Chezum
More Than I Imagined ? Matt Chezum
“Find out what you love and go all in. Augie will be there for you when you do.”
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Jessica Cotturone
More Than I Imagined ? Jessica Cotturone
“I certainly didn't expect to leave with a computer science major and to be pursuing a Ph.D. in the field at a top research institution.”
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Ella DePasquale
More Than I Imagined ? Ella DePasquale
“The community is something I will miss when I graduate.”
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Kelly Devert
More Than I Imagined ? Kelly Devert
“I also didn¡¯t expect the number of opportunities I had, especially as a transfer student.”
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Mia Fernandez
More Than I Imagined ? Mia Fernandez
“Each time I toured Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø, I instantly felt welcomed and cared about!”
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Grace Finney
More Than I Imagined ? Grace Finney
“The community feeling that the college fosters is really special, and I will miss it once I leave.”
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Anna Fletcher
More Than I Imagined ? Anna Fletcher
“I chose Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø for its small class sizes and the opportunity for real discussion.”
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Rae Gibson
More Than I Imagined ? Raelynn (Rae) Gibson
“I have experienced the world in ways I never really thought I would.”
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Gracie Gwozdz
More Than I Imagined ? Gracie Gwozdz
“I now have a stronger sense of self and a newfound confidence in my future and purpose.”
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Mikey Hamilton
More Than I Imagined ? Mikey Hamilton
“I found that Augie was the perfect fit to allow me to thrive as a student, an athlete and a person.”
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Natalie Hansen
More Than I Imagined ? Natalie Hansen
“What I will miss the most is the community of Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø's campus.”
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Christina Harvey
More Than I Imagined ? Christina Harvey
“The professors here are some of the best people around and expose you to new ideas every day!”
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Luke Heinrichs
More Than I Imagined ? Luke Heinrichs
“I found that college doesn't just teach you a major; it teaches you how to learn and grow.”
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