Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Student Stories
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At Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹, you can find the way to your image of the future.
How will you choose to make an impact, a difference, in your world? Getting there is going to require work, knowledge and skills that you may not have yet. Through world-class academics, hands-on experiences and global connections, Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ students do things a little differently than everyone else in the world, and the students in the stories below are no exception.
No matter what choices you make to achieve your image of the future, Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ will help you discover the path that's right for you.
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Meet Katie Yanez
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Katie Yanez’s discovery of – and interest in – microscopes began at an early age. Hear how her passion for research led her to Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹, and how that choice, and the university’s exceptional faculty, will help her as she pursues her career.
Discover Research at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹
Meet Shorya Agarwal
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Shorya Agarwal grew up traveling with his parents. But when he studied abroad with Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹, he found it to be a one-of-a-kind, immersive experience that changed him in ways he hadn’t expected.
Adventure is Out There
Meet Sidney and Hanna
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When they became roommates, they also became friends for life. Sidney Strauss and Hanna Hoffman share their thoughts on making new friends on campus, along with their favorite things to do and favorite places on campus.
Campus Life
Meet Jacob Herbolich
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Coming from a very small town, Jacob Herbolich’s arrival at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ was a gateway to both a larger world and the city of Kent – a vibrant town where there’s always something to do.
Your Home Away from Home
Meet Lauren Klodt
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Always an exceptional student, Lauren Klodt’s star shone no less brightly in her internships. Hear how she feels those experiences helped her gain skills she will use in the workplace and beyond.
Real-World, Hands-On Experiences
Meet Athalia James
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