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Powerful stories of the Meredith community going strong.

Rachael Hopkins

A Sense of Belonging – Rachael Hopkins »

After transferring to Meredith, Rachael Hopkins, ’19, found her place right away and quickly became active in a variety of activities and organizations – and then helped other students make a successful transition to Meredith.


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Using Video Storytelling to Leave an Impact – Indyah Bryant »

At Meredith, communication major Indyah Bryant, ’19, developed skills and knowledge that she’s now using as a communications officer for the State of N.C.


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A Voice for Students – Abla Awadallah »

Abla Awadallah, ’19, M.A. in Teaching, dreamed of becoming a lawyer, but after teaching refugees abroad, she discovered a newfound love.


Studio art major, Nikki Wertz.

Using Art to Tell Stories – Nikki Wertz »

Nikki Wertz, ’19, is a woman of few words. As a studio art major, she uses her art to tell stories, express herself, and be a voice for social issues that matter to her. It’s through art that she finds her voice.


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Finding a Balance – Carlee Joseph »

As a dual degree engineering student and an award-winning student-athlete, Carlee Joseph, ’19, has learned to balance her time while still finding ways to get involved on campus and in her community.


Sana Haseeb

Lending a Helping Hand – Sana Haseeb »

For Sana Haseeb, ’19, helping others has always been an important part of her life. When she arrived at Meredith, she sought out ways to lend a helping hand around campus and in the local community.


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Becoming a Strong Leader – Whitney DesChamps Joyner »

Whitney DesChamps Joyner, ’19, MBA, gained the skills and knowledge to prepare for a career as a commercial banking recruiter.

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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.


Shanzila Chowdhury

The Power of Perseverance – Shanzila Chowdhury »

As a dual degree engineering student Shanzila Chowdhury, ’19, describes her Meredith journey as one of persistence and determination – and it has paid off. Post-graduation, Shanzila accepted a full-time position as an electrical engineer.


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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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