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The biology major is interning in the lab of Paul Himes, Ph.D., at the University of Louisville. The lab is working with different mutant pathogenic bacteria and examining their growth patterns to determine if other bacteria can disrupt their chemical signaling pathways to limit their growth.

Alexander Albright '20

Biology

“(Becoming an) All-American was something incredibly special for me…to finally do what I hadn’t been able to do after so many tries in my last race wearing a Washington & Jefferson uniform is something that I will cherish forever.”

Harley Moyer '18

History

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“The German professors here at W&J are some of the best people you will ever meet, and they constantly go out of their way to make sure we succeed,” Troesch said, noting that German professors made both she and Luttringer aware of the DPA scholarships. “Dr. Michael Shaughnessy, Dr. Judith Atzler, and Professor Cathy Altmeyer have done an excellent job preparing me for this opportunity, and just being one out of five picked for this national scholarship…really makes me want to make the German Department proud.”

Holly Troesch '23

German, Biology

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My advice to incoming students would be to believe in yourself. It’s cliche, but if you believe you can do it, then you will. Also…

Samantha Terrell '22

Psychology, Philosophy, Conflict & Resolution Studies

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“I got to see these people who committed a crime—who had serious addictions—get better and learn how to acclimate back into the real world and become super successful,” said the SGA class representative. “It was just really nice to see.”

Sydney Hirst '23

Gender & Women's Studies, Political Science

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“Coach (Coghlan) always said we need to play W&J field hockey. This means we play a hard, respected and classy game. She didn’t just impact our skills on the field, she impacted our character and attitudes off the field.”

Rachel Buyan '19

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What advice would you give to incoming or prospective students? I advise any incoming or prospective students to keep an open mind to any academic opportunities that may come their way…

Quinn Pickering '22

Chemistry, Philosophy

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What advice would you give to incoming or prospective students?

I would encourage students to pursue the Magellan Project!

Maria Sherwood '22

International Studies, Spanish, Music

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“I really enjoyed meeting other professionals in the field of neuromodulation and having insightful conversations with them regarding the implication of my research,” Keith said. “I learned how to convey relevant clinical findings to experts in the field of neuromodulation, and that will help me after I graduate from W&J.”

Alex Keith '22

Biology

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What do Beyoncé, Wale, Trey Songz, and Will Tucker ’20 have in common? They’ve all worked at Wire Road Studio in Houston, Texas.

Will Tucker '20

Sociology, English

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