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“I chose Carthage because the campus felt safe and secure. I was also drawn to the , which I joined for a while, and the availability of Japanese language classes and the Japanese major. Additionally, I felt like I could not pass up the study abroad and J-Term �DZ��ǰ��ٳܲԾ��پ����.”

“The faculty have genuinely been the best part of my Carthage experience. By talking with the professors in the Psychological Sciences Department, I was able to solidify what I’d like to do with my life. Also, I’ve struggled in the past with asking for help, but Carthage professors are always open to talking or addressing concerns inside and outside of the classroom. Their care for students is what has helped me succeed.”

“My favorite class was Child Psychopathology taught by Professor Sara O’Brien. It provided an overview of abnormal psychology, with an emphasis on children’s development and how mental illness and other related disorders affect their growth. Another class I really enjoyed was Issues in European History I, taught by Professor John Leazer, which went in depth on topics and facts that often fly under the radar in most general history classes. Finally, I love the Carthage Philharmonic, directed by Professor Ed Kawakami. He really makes Philharmonic what it is and ensures that we all know we’re valued, no matter our skill level.”

“Although it is one of my favorite courses, Philharmonic is also one of the hardest for me. I only had four years of experience prior, mostly playing elementary school-level pieces in high school, and jumping to the college level with people who had so much more experience under their belts was shocking. However, Director Kawakami and my private lesson instructors made sure that I knew I was capable of catching up, and that meant so much to me.”

“My freshman year, I traveled with the Philharmonic to Washington and Oregon to perform. And over J-Term, I went with the Philharmonic to Germany and Austria, so we could do a performance abroad. It was incredible to be there — not only as tourists, but as musicians — in places full of musical history. I don’t think I’ll forget it any time soon!”

“My career goal is to eventually become a therapist who specializes in helping kids through traumatic experiences and the aftermath. This is important to me because I needed someone like this as a kid, so I want to be that person for someone else. I want to do my best to help as many kids as I can learn to handle themselves and their emotions.”

“When it’s nice out, the Hamar Patio is the best place to just sit and look out over the water. If the wind blows right, it creates a nice breeze when it gets too hot. I highly recommend just hanging out there, looking at the lake, and taking deep breaths when things get too stressful. It helps a lot.”

“I always love going to events like bingo because it’s a fun opportunity to win prizes and make friends. I also have fond memories of hosting the annual Carthage Con through the Adventures in Fandom and Cosplay Club. It’s an amalgamation of people from local and online shops, fellow students, and alumni who come in to sell merchandise of all sorts. We cosplay and host panels from other clubs around campus about whatever topic they choose!”

“I would say that the best way to study is to put what you’ve learned into practice. If it’s a language or vocabulary you want to study, practice writing sentences and using words in context. The most important thing about studying in college is that you have to make it fun for yourself. You can also find people to study with, whether it be for the same thing or something different, and hold each other accountable.”

“Go to events like bingo and sit with a group that has an open seat. The energy in the room is often enough to hype people up, making it easier to send a smile to someone across from or next to you at the table. Another option is finding someone in The Caf to sit with and strike up a conversation with them. Or just talk to the people next to you in class; sometimes, they become your best friends!”