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Powerful stories of the Meredith community going strong.

Rosemary Vega Escutia

Building Effective Teaching Skills – Rosemary Vega Escutia »

Rosemary Vega Escutia, ’23, is taking the lessons she learned at Meredith College into her own classroom.


Kimberly Schuh

Combining Movement and Education – Kimberly Schuh »

Honors Scholar and dual-sport athlete Kimberly Schuh, ’21, became an elementary P.E. teacher after graduation, a career that combines her interests in movement and education.


Kirby Jones

Educating Strong Women – Kirby Jones »

Combining her passion for social change and teaching, Meredith Legacy Scholar and Teaching Fellow Kirby Jones, ՚19, knows that leadership opportunities and internships while at Meredith have prepared her to educate the next group of strong women.


Leslie Arreaza

Advocating for Immigrants and Refugees – Leslie Arreaza »

As a transfer student Leslie Arreaza, ’19, struggled to find her place at Meredith, but it was through her passion for helping immigrants and refugees that she found her voice and her place at Meredith.


Profile photo of Belle Williams with Lux Hall in the background

Changing the World Through Language – Belle Williams »

Fulbright grant recipient Belle Williams, ’19, loved the Spanish language from a very young age, inspiring her to study Spanish and international studies.


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Becoming a Special Education Teacher – Emily Wilkinson »

Emily Wilkinson, ’19, has always had a passion for children and individuals with special needs. Her Meredith experience has grown that passion and her own personal experiences have inspired her to become a special education teacher.


Profile photo of Charley Cox in her softball jersey

Building Healthy Lives – Charley Cox »

As an exercise and sports science major, Charley Cox, ’19, knew when she arrived at Meredith College that she wanted to pursue an education career and help build healthier lives within her community.


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Enriching the Future Generation – Megan Munson »

When Megan Munson, ’18, arrived at Meredith College, she had her mind set on being a teacher, getting involved in student government, and making an impact on campus.


Victoria Mitchell as Samantha Steadman in the Meredith production of A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas.

The Importance of Collaboration – Victoria Mitchell »

Victoria Mitchell, ’18, chose to pursue her degree in theatre at Meredith College because she knew her voice would be heard in the women’s college environment.


Profile photo of Rachael Martin standing on campus with her graduation cap in her hand

Dreaming of Teaching – Rachael Martin »

With a lifelong dream of being a teacher and a heartfelt passion for the Hispanic community, Rachael Martin, ’18, utilized Meredith’s location and education program to shape her college experience.


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