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Ryan Adler '25

Supported & Empowered

At Dickinson, Ryan Adler ’27 found more than a major—she found community, support and hands-on experiences that shaped her path and helped her thrive.

Jessica Edem '28 was crowned Miss Akwa Ibom USA 2024-25.

Student Promotes Health-Care Access Through Cultural Ambassadorship

As the reigning Miss Akwa Ibom USA, Jessica Edem '28 uses her platform to help improve health-care access in southeastern Nigeria.

Students study anatomical drawings prior to visiting Dickinson's cadaver room. Photo by Dan Loh.

Anatomy of Learning: Students Merge Art and Science in Innovative Course

Humanities and science students recently visited Dickinson's "cadaver room" together. Their aim: To learn a memorable lesson about connections between science and art.

Kayla Slomeana '25 on the beach.

Pursuing Discoveries

Meet Kayla Slomeana '25, a Student Senate member, cheerleader and Quantitative Reasoning Center tutor with plans for medical school.

Lila Brown

Pursuing a Healthier World

"I love studying environmental science in a community that truly cares about it." Lila Brown ’26 is a standout athlete and aspiring doctor who's passionate about medicine and environmental health.

Run for Steph has brought Dickinsonians and Dickinson families together every Homecoming & Family Weekend during the past 20 years. Photo by Joe O'Neill.

Running Strong Together: Run for Steph Continues to Inspire

“While Stephanie’s intended career in nursing was not realized, her story has undoubtedly saved lives.” Learn the origins of Dickinson's Run for Steph tradition and the alumna who inspired it all.

Liv Turtoro '26

‘Make Yourself Proud’

"I'm so lucky to have these opportunities ... I'm living the dream." Liv Turtoro '26 is a biology major, sports medicine assistant and dancer who's currently studying abroad in New Zealand.

click on the image to view a video about Dickinson's unique mini-residency program for students interested in health-care careers.

Transforming Pre-Med: Program Gives Future Doctors a Leg Up

Dickinson’s UPMC Central PA Rotational Program provides a valuable mini-residency experience for students interested in medical careers.

A professor teaches the anatomy class

Dickinson Launches Human Anatomy Course

Learn more about Dickinson's first Human Anatomy course.

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The Dad Effect: Fatherhood as Inspiration for Improved Diabetes Care

New student-faculty research on how the obligations of fatherhood helped men manage diabetes could help medical providers nudge male patients toward better health.

Liam Alec Stenson Ortiz '19.

A Global Health Mission

At the Broad Institute of Harvard and MIT and across the globe, Liam Alec Stenson Ortiz ’19 helps prepare for future pandemics, with a focus on the world's underserved communities.

Conor Wagner

Student Snapshot: Conor Wagner ’24

Biochemistry & molecular biology major Conor Wagner ’24 discusses his plans to become a physician, the international field-research Mosaic course that yielded meaningful insights, and more.

Supporting Service

Inspired by granddaughter Laney Herndon '22, Albert '60 and Virginia Alley established a program to make health-focused service trips available to students planning related careers.

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