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More Than I Imagined

Seniors reflect on their time at Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø

Every spring faculty are asked to nominate a senior who has taken advantage of the opportunities Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø offers in academics, research, study away, athletics, the arts and more.

The seniors answer a series of questions to describe their transformative Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø experience and show what can happen in four years.

Simply choose the grad year and area of study you're interested in to read their reflections!

brittany reece
More Than I Imagined ? Brittany Reece
“My professors made learning exciting and took an interest in me as a student and as an individual.”
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michael rogers
More Than I Imagined ? Michael Rogers
“I had no idea that so much maturity and development would take place in four years that have flown by!”
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troy rorer
More Than I Imagined ? Troy Rorer
“Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø has really prepared me for my life to come.”
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april runde
More Than I Imagined ? April Runde
“I am in a better place than where I thought I would be four years ago.”
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jacquelyn schmidt
More Than I Imagined ? Jacquelyn Schmidt
“The classes I have taken and the challenges I have faced at Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø have helped me gain the confidence to articulate my ideas.”
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veronica smith
More Than I Imagined ? Veronica Smith
“I am poised to be a professional lifelong learner.”
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mark tanner
More Than I Imagined ? Mark Tanner
“I¡¯ve learned that if I want to make an accomplishment or do something memorable I need to step out of my comfort zone. ”
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jordan thomas
More Than I Imagined ? Jordan Thomas
“I have learned the importance of hard work and determination.”
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mike tisza
More Than I Imagined ? Mike Tisza
“I love the Quad Cities, and I will have a lot of trouble leaving.”
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samantha tyner
More Than I Imagined ? Samantha Tyner
“My advisor, Dr. Bengtson, helped me a lot by encouraging me to take the classes that I was interested in, but also by nudging me into the upper-level math classes early on.”
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caitlin winkelman
More Than I Imagined ? Caitlin Winkelman
“I have an incredible support system of family and friends from home and at Augie who have always encouraged me in everything I do and have always been there for me.”
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Brooke armstrong
More Than I Imagined ? Brooke Armstrong
“Even though doing something might be scary, I learned that by following through with your ideas and actually doing it, you will be amazed by the results.”
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jennifer banach
More Than I Imagined ? Jennifer Banach
“I learned to be opened to any to decision or idea. Close-mindedness leaves little room for creativity and inspiration.”
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louie bertenshaw
More Than I Imagined ? Louie Bertenshaw
“I don¡¯t see my years at Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø as an expense, but an investment in myself and my future.”
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matt bowman
More Than I Imagined ? Matt Bowman
“I came in pre-med, but art history made me realize that medicine was not my passion. Thank God for the liberal arts!”
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More Than I Imagined ? Matt Bowman
“I came in pre-med, but art history made me realize that medicine was not my passion. Thank God for liberal arts!”
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melissa dalen
More Than I Imagined ? Melissa Dalen
“I walked into my classroom the first day, and I knew it was where I belonged.”
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amanda dennis
More Than I Imagined ? Amanda Dennis
“Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø has not only changed the way I view things, but also transformed me into a strong leader.”
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tim day
More Than I Imagined ? Tim Dennis
“Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø helped me find my path in life.”
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lauryn dick
More Than I Imagined ? Lauryn Dick
“Every person that I have met at Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø, whether it be a friend or a professor, has taught me a valuable lesson.”
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andy ehrhardt
More Than I Imagined ? Andy Ehrhardt
“I had no idea how invigorating the path to achieving my ultimate goal would be.”
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david etheridge
More Than I Imagined ? David Etheridge
“I learned that I can strive under pressure.”
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allyse freeman
More Than I Imagined ? Allyse Freeman
“Dr. Kaul and Dr. Ellis both made me think in new and challenging ways and have opened my eyes to the world of academia.”
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lizeth galarza
More Than I Imagined ? Lizeth Galarza
“My experience in Nicaragua on a service medical trip has been by far the most life-changing.”
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