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Powerful stories of the Meredith community going strong.

Laura Jenkins

Building Confidence as a Leader – Laura Jenkins »

Internships, leadership opportunities, and the Meredith Autism Program have prepared Laura Jenkins, ’20, to take on an occupational therapy program 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.


Meredith student-athlete Madison Gladwell

Becoming Even Stronger in Law School – Madison Gladwell »

Madison Gladwell, ’20, embodies what it means to be a student-athlete. A double major in psychology and political science with a concentration in pre-law, she plans to attend law school after graduation.


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Empowering Others to Embrace Their Strengths – Sandra Taranhike »

At Meredith, psychology and social work major Sandra Taranhike, ’19, built on her strengths and prepared for a post-grad role as a research assistant for a national non-profit.


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.


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Changing the World Through Advocacy – Caroline Garrett »

Caroline Garrett, ’19, aims to change the world through advocacy. With a passion for helping others, she is pursuing degrees in social work and psychology with a minor in sociology.


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Dedicated to Helping Others – Emily Skoglund »

As an Honors Scholar and a student-athlete, Emily Skoglund, ’20, has made an impact on and off the volleyball court.


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Understanding Human Behavior – Rachael Nicholos »

At Meredith, psychology and communication major Rachael Nicholos, ’18, learned that she is passionate about helping other people, learning new things, finding the silver lining, and understanding human behavior.


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Finding Life-Changing Mentors – Mary Ashley Rose »

Mary Ashley Rose, ’18, gained confidence that she attributes in large part to attending a women’s college. “The sense of empowerment I feel as a woman has been cultivated at Meredith.”


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The Value in Background Experiences – Donna Bahena Bustos »

At Meredith, Donna Bahena Bustos, ’18, ’20 (M.A. Teaching), learned to appreciate her background. Now, she teaches her students to do the same.


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