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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!

Emily
More Than I Imagined ? Emily Minarik
“Studying abroad in Dijon, France, was easily the best experience of my life. This is the reason I applied to move to France to teach English after graduation.”
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Amber
More Than I Imagined ? Amber Mraz
“My peak experience was performing with the Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Choir in Stockholm, Sweden.”
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Son
More Than I Imagined ? Son Nguyen
“Successfully running my first Java program was a feeling that I could never forget ¡ª a combination of pride, satisfaction and pure happiness.”
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Hannah
More Than I Imagined ? Hannah Norris
“I was surprised by how much I learned about myself.”
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Marissa Olson
More Than I Imagined ? Marissa Olson
“I will miss all of my professors who taught me so much.”
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Maegan
More Than I Imagined ? Maegan Patterson
“When I took the Intro to Computer Science class, Dr. Stonedahl's enthusiasm for the subject matter really influenced me to become more interested in it, and that interest has never subsided.”
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Destiny Payne
More Than I Imagined ? Destiny Payne
“The people and relationships you build are truly what make Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø such a special place!”
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Alexa Pedersen
More Than I Imagined ? Alexa Pedersen
“My goal is to start a consulting company to help small businesses adopt feminist leadership principles.”
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Juliana
More Than I Imagined ? Juliana Pinheiro
“Through the amazing research opportunities here, I finally found what was missing.”
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Alma
More Than I Imagined ? Alma Pizano-Onofre
“While I was in France, I had the opportunity to immerse myself in the French culture as well as develop my linguistic abilities.”
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Marisa
More Than I Imagined ? Marisa Potter
“Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø had everything I was looking for in a college.”
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Catherine
More Than I Imagined ? Catherine (Cat) Priebe
“I would like to thank Dr. Hann for always inspiring me to strive for excellence in every aspect of my life.”
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Alejandra
More Than I Imagined ? Alejandra Raya
“The Spanish and French language departments have always pushed me to challenge myself and to take advantage of my college experience.”
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Sophie Reid
More Than I Imagined ? Sophie Reid
“Augie gave me an environment that challenged me and allowed me to thrive.”
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Hunter
More Than I Imagined ? Hunter Ridley
“I had no idea I would come to love Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø and the Quad-Cities community so much.”
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Christine
More Than I Imagined ? Christine Rogers
“I will miss performing with the Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Symphonic Band the most.”
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Alexis
More Than I Imagined ? Alexis Ryckaert
“I will miss being surrounded by such a strong support system.”
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Evan
More Than I Imagined ? Evan Sammons
“Playing my senior recital was definitely my peak experience at Augie.”
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Luke
More Than I Imagined ? Luke Sawicki
“I was also excited about all CORE had to offer.”
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Collin Schopp
More Than I Imagined ? Collin Schopp
“Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø had so many doors for me to open.”
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Lucas
More Than I Imagined ? Lucas Simon
“Being able to receive a great education and play basketball at a very high level was something that I valued.”
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Ivan
More Than I Imagined ? Ivan Starenko
“I definitely found my footing and direction at Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø, and I feel confident moving forward from here ¡ª which is exactly where I hoped I would be when I arrived.”
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Emily Stine
More Than I Imagined ? Emily Stine
“Being on this campus has really helped me get more involved with issues I am passionate about.”
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Minh
More Than I Imagined ? Minh Ta
“I had a lot of fun bringing the Vietnamese culture to friends at Augie!”
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