Strong Stories Blog

Powerful stories of the Meredith community going strong.

Finding the Perfect Fit in the Legal Field – Tiffany Segady »

Tiffany Segady completed Meredith’s ABA-approved paralegal certificate program in 2024 to find her perfect fit in the legal field.


Entering the Field of Financial Crime Prevention – Brooks Gaster »

Meredith’s online criminal justice master’s program allowed Brooks Gaster to enter the financial crime prevention field while working full-time.


Growth in a Law Enforcement Career – Kenedra Smith »

Kenedra Smith pursued a master’s in criminal justice to grow in the field. Today, she is a sergeant with the Henderson Police Department.


Walking Through Doors of Opportunity – Wynter Henderson »

Wynter Henderson maximized the opportunities and overcame obstacles with support from faculty. Having completed her degree in psychology with a minor in social work, she will be pursuing graduate studies as she works toward her goal of becoming a Licensed Mental Health Counselor.


Finding the Perfect Research Match – Laura Hooper »

A faculty mentor helped biology major Laura Hooper, ’24, find an opportunity at a lab at Auburn University with a research focus that perfectly matches her interests in aquatic science and microbiology. She will be pursuing a master’s degree with a full-ride and graduate assistantship.

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A Journey to Law School – Lydia Cozart »

Lydia Cozart completed Meredith’s Paralegal Certificate in 2020 as a stepping stone to law school.

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Fostering Strengths-Based Work Environments – Luisa Jaramillo »

Luisa Jaramillo, ’23, chose to earn her M.A. in psychology at Meredith College because of its student-focused program and required internship. She plans to help organizations and leaders make the most of their employees’ strengths.


Discovering the Right Career Path – Machaela Murrell »

Through multiple internships, leadership opportunities, and challenging academics, Broyhill Fellow Machaela Murrell, ’24, combined her interests in music and finance to identify a career path that was right for her.


Learning the Importance of Teamwork – Grace Olufemi-Ajayi »

Business Administration major and Broyhill Business Fellow Grace Olufemi-Ajayi, ’23, found a welcoming environment at Meredith that let her explore her interests and major. As a student-athlete, she learned that discipline, selflessness, and being part of a team were always a win during her college career.


Fulfilling a Lifelong Dream – Marion Gaeta-Escoto »

Marion Gaeta-Escoto, ’18, was able to fulfill her lifelong dream of becoming a teacher by earning her Master of Arts in Teaching at Meredith College. In the future, she hopes to return to Meredith as a professor to inspire a new generation of teachers.


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