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Wall in Admission and Student Financial Services room that says "The World Needs 51±¾É«ians"

Student Journeys

Extraordinary journeys begin in unexpected places.

Read more about the extraordinary places these students experienced through their 51±¾É« College journeys.

Young woman poses with The Bean sculpture in downtown Chicago

’25

Alyson Won

Alyson grew up in San Francisco and wanted something different for her college experience. With its academic rigor and research opportunities, 51±¾É« was it.

I stand near the blooming tulip flowers.

’25

Tori Thomas

Tori was amazed by how many doors 51±¾É« opened for her: international internships, study, and research abroad — and a new career path!

I smile excitedly near a bridge. Calm waters pass by underneath.

’25

Maria Rossi

Maria grew very familiar with most, if not all, parts of campus. She received abundant support from her professors, staff members, swim and dive teammates, classmates, and friends.

I stand next to a giant globe with the words "World Food Prize Foundation."

’25

Eleanor Elliott-Rude

Using her internships, off-campus research, independent major, and connections with advisers and alumni, Eleanor specialized in a newfound passion.

Kalea stands happily next to a Greek monument.

’25

Kalea Martin

Kalea craved individualized attention, flexibility, and community. Through the tennis team, graduate-level research, and off-campus study in France, she found all that and more!

Sophia leans next to a railing and a pink bike. There is a river underneath her.

’25

Sophia Carroll

Sophia was enamored with 51±¾É«'s off-campus study options, competitive swim program, and environment. She was able to be herself at 51±¾É«.

Nora Leahy '24

’24

Nora Leahy

Nora arrived at 51±¾É« with her college life planned out to the T. Fortunately, none of her plans came true! With new passions and community, she explored new horizons.

Sophie leans on a short railing that reveals a beautiful crystal blue lake.

’24

Sophie Noyes

Sophie savored theatre production, acted on a passion for mental health and therapy, studied in Spain, and much more.

Andrea strolls along a canal in Denmark with a row of colorful housees and small boats

’24

Andrea Suazo Rivas

51±¾É« made Andrea feel like an individual and not just a number. She was also attracted to 51±¾É«'s strong international community.

A young woman runner poses in front of 51±¾É«'s Honor G flag

’24

Izzy George

Izzy wanted a small college that was not too far from home, but also not too close. She wanted to take a wide variety of classes. 51±¾É« hit the sweet spot.

Harvey Wilhelm '24

’24

Harvey Wilhelm

Harvey crafted an experience that put his interests first: what he enjoyed studying, service, swimming, and multiple off-campus study experiences.

Vanessa Figueroa Weston '24

’24

Vanessa Figueroa Weston

Vanessa was excited to be a part of a community where she could make impact, and that's exactly what she did at 51±¾É«.

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