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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.

Anna Choudary '25 performs during the 2024 Concerto Competition.

Healthy & Tuneful Pursuits

Blending a psychology major with a minor in music, Anna Choudary '25 explores behavioral health through research and campus leadership and nurtures a passion for vocal performance.

Zuzu Black '25 at the piano

Her House Has a Name: Meet the 2025 Weiss Prize-winner

“It’s been so rewarding to see a community come together over something I wrote.” Meet student-composer Zuzu Black ’25, recipient of the 2025 Weiss Prize for the Creative Arts.

Lucy Stott

Raising the Roof on Sustainability Research

Researching and analyzing Tome’s green roof, Lucy Stott ’25 learned the value of interdisciplinary problem-solving and sharpened vital skills for a change-making career.

Ryan Bergh Thies '25

Learning, Leading, Exploring

Ryan Bergh Thies ’25 dives into learning, leadership and study abroad through Dickinson.

Olivia Renault '25

The Economics of Everything

An impactful class deepened Olivia Renault '25's love of economics. Three internships—including one in London—helped her zero in on her intended career.

Meghan Lord '27

'Making it Matter': On Learning, Leading and Law

Meet Meghan Lord ’27, a class president, Delta Nu member and Orientation leader with a dream of becoming a human-rights lawyer.

Celine Phan '27

The Psychology of Belonging: Creating Community, Far From Home

Hanoi native Celine Phan ’27 had never been abroad before arriving at Dickinson. She soon found a supportive community on campus and the tools it takes to succeed.

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.

Kat Johnson '25

Envisioning Healthy, Sustainable Communities

Thanks to the class that spurred her passion, the service trips that reinforced it and the internships that sharpened her skills, Kat Johnson ’25 is ready for an impactful career in public health.

Zoe Selig '27 accepts an award recognizing exceptional writing at Dickinson. Photo by Joe O'Neill.

Empowering the People

Through Dickinson Votes, Zoe Selig ’27 helped Dickinson achieve award-winning student turnout for the recent election. Now, she's got the local elections in her sights.

Lena Rimmer '26 in Bologna, Italy.

A Custom Taste of Italy

"Dickinson makes it easy to study abroad, even with two majors." Lena Rimmer '26 is weaving all of her interests into her study-abroad year in Italy.

Matthew Craig '25

‘Interesting, Diverse and Impactful’ Connections

From networking with alumni to forging close friendships in and outside of class, Matthew Craig ’25 builds meaningful connections that cross generational and ideological divides.

Leo Burchell '27

‘Awe-inspiring’ Science

“It was awe-inspiring, and it confirmed my love of neuroscience.” Future neuroscientist Leo Burchell ’27 describes that remarkable moment, shares his appreciation for poetry and more.

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