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Lauren Grodi

Using Her Strengths to Help Others – Lauren Grodi »

Exercise and Sports Science major Lauren Grodi, ’20, used her strengths at Meredith as volleyball team captain, student researcher, and intern. She continues to use them while earning her doctorate in physical therapy at East Carolina University.


Eleanor Jones

A Uniquely Empowering Experience – Ellie Jones »

Religious and ethical studies major Ellie Jones, ’20, will continue her studies at the University of Montana in Missoula, where she will pursue an M.A. in environmental philosophy with full funding and a teaching assistant position.


Barbara Diamond

Cosmetic Chemist – Barbara Diamond »

Barbara Diamond, ’20, discovered a passion for chemistry at Meredith. Now she’s CEO of her own company and earning a master’s degree in cosmetic science from the University of Cincinnati.


Preparing for a Successful Future – Parimala Prahalad »

Parimala (Pari) Prahalad, ’20, a biology major, was well prepared for her next phase of education in the School of Dental Medicine at East Carolina University.


Delaney Rhodes

Going Global – Delaney Rhodes »

After graduating from Meredith, Fulbright scholar, Delaney Rhodes, ʼ20, plans to take the knowledge and insights she has gained at Meredith to South Korea, where she will teach English.

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Olivia Brown

Identifying Strengths – Olivia Brown »

For Olivia Brown, ’20, identifying her top strengths served her well during her internship as a frontend software developer at HCL Technologies, where she accepted a full-time position after graduation.


Prioritizing Goals – Allie Kvasnicka »

Allie Kvasnicka, ʼ20, was able to accomplish her goals of majoring in biology and psychology, completing an internship, and conducting research because of faculty support and encouragement.


Olivia Holway

Trusting the Process – Olivia Holway »

Four years at Meredith have given Olivia Holway, ʼ20, friendships to last her the rest of her life and confidence to start work at a Fortune 500 company after graduation.


Knowledge Creates Change – Fareena Qamar »

Fareena Qamar, ʼ20, gained important job experience and knowledge through internships while at Meredith which led her to accept a position with Morgan Stanley.


Kelly Fox wearing Blue Business Suit

Connecting With Her Community – Kelly Fox »

Family and consumer sciences major Kelly Fox, ’20, is an educator who loves helping people and connecting with her community.


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