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Together, we invest in the brightest, most academically accomplished students who have demonstrated strong, moral character, proven leadership ability, and active community service. These students, who represent diverse backgrounds and experiences, have the propensity to make a meaningful impact in the world as successful educators, entrepreneurs, researchers, business leaders, doctors, lawyers, and community leaders.

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Student Success Stories

We believe in a differentiated, outcome-based experience for every student.

W&J junior Sydney Hirst stands and smiles.

“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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Each session, the Office of Academic Affairs compiles a list of full-time students whose grade point averages for the previous session were 3.50 or higher, based upon a minimum of three courses exclusive of those taken pass/fail. Those students make up the semesterly Dean’s List, and W&J is proud to announce the Fall 2021 Dean’s List students.

Fall 2021 Dean’s List students

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W&J Senior Catherine Martin poses in uniform at Amazon fulfillment facility in Indiana.

“It was amazing,” Martin said of the internship. “I loved the work that I did, the people I met, and the experience I gained.”

Catherine Martin '22

Economics, Spanish

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W&J senior Silvio Urani smiles in front of a brick wall.

“I think just being here at W&J and having all the connections that our Accounting Department and [Center for Professional] Pathways have, has made this process so much easier,” he said, noting that he first learned about the firm through their visits to his classes. “My accounting professors have guided me throughout my time here at W&J, and led me to my success.”

Silvio Urani '22

Accounting

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W&J senior Anja Popey poses next to a poster displaying her research.

“This experience taught me that I have so much more to learn,” Popey said, “but that I am capable of handling anything.”

Anja Popey '22

Chemistry, Economics

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W&J senior Jillian Curtis stands and smiles in front of trees.

“I think [the Magellan Project] is a wonderful opportunity,” said the Sigma Tau Delta and Pi Gamma Mu honor society member. “I put my heart and soul into my proposal, tweaking every minute detail to make it perfect, and to know that the Magellan Committee believed in me to attain my goals, meant validating, not only my efforts, but my personal and intellectual goals as well.”

Jillian Curtis '23

Political Science, English

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W&J junior Renee Novak stands in reflective gear in wetlands.

“As a first-year student just entering college, I was unaware of the opportunities that existed within environmental science,” Novak said. “Now, with an internship and several ecology/biology classes under my belt, I have…an idea of what I want for my life after graduation.”

Renee Novak '24

Environmental Science

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W&J Senior Natalie McBride lays on stomach and smiles.

What are you going to miss the most about W&J? I am going to miss the people. The friends I have gained over four years have helped me feel at home here and will last well into the future.

Natalie McBride '22

Psychology, Political Science

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W&J senior Courtney McIntyre stands with her hands on her hips in front of a bright white backdrop.

What or whom was your favorite class or professor? Why?

My favorite class was ENG 250: Plantation Women, Black and White, with Dr. Jennifer Harding. Dr. Harding’s teaching style was one of my favorites, and the stories she chose were an outstanding fit for the class.

Courtney McIntyre '22

English

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What are you most proud of doing while at W&J?

I think I am most proud of the friendships I’ve made with my peers and professors, as well as the work that I’ve done within student organizations like Kappa Kappa Gamma and Green Club.

Zoey Zentkovich '22

Environmental Science

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