“Why I Chose Carthage”
We asked students: Why did you choose ǿմý?
From our small class sizes and welcoming community to our wonderful lake views and location, students shared a lot of reasons why they chose to come to Carthage. Read their responses below.
“When coming to Carthage for a tour, I realized that Carthage not only checked all the boxes, but was even better than I imagined.”
“When starting my college search, I made a list of the top three things I was looking for in a college, including: the college being located in a big city, having a great accounting program, and being near or on the water. When coming to Carthage for a tour, I realized that Carthage not only checked all the boxes, but was even better than I imagined.” — Alina Juszczyk ’28, accounting major
“I feel confident that I can come to any staff member and have a meaningful conversation…”
“Before committing to Carthage, I got in touch with the department chair members in my areas of interest. I had multiple one-on-one conversations with said staff members that later created helpful networks. As I suspected, this carried over into my time as a student here. Now, I feel confident that I can come to any staff member and have a meaningful conversation.” —Miranda Michals ’29 political science major
“The WSGC allows me to obtain research experience while still an undergraduate.…”
“Although I chose Carthage because of a combination of factors, ultimately, the (WSGC) and the small class sizes made the decision for me. The WSGC allows me to obtain research experience while still an undergraduate. The small class sizes allow me to communicate with peers and incorporate a teaching style better aligned with my learning style.” —Braedon Larson ’27, physics major
“Carthage has over a hundred different organizations that students can join…”
“Carthage has over a hundred different organizations that students can join, allowing for students to find community and friends that can support them while they’re here.” — Basil Kiracofe ’27, studio art and political science major
“These trips opened my eyes to a whole new perspective of the world…”
“I chose Carthage for the small size and top tier study abroad program! Through these amazing opportunities, I was given the opportunity to get Scuba Certified and explore the reefs of Honduras, photograph nature in Costa Rica, meet such amazing individuals and create deeper connections with my professors. These trips opened my eyes to a whole new perspective of the world, I highly recommend you take advantage of these opportunities!” — Shannon Campione ’27, marketing and management major
“Carthage felt like home to me.”
“Carthage was one of the only colleges that I visited that just felt right. I felt a sense of belonging on campus, and Carthage had everything I wanted in a college, such as small class sizes, interactive professors, and many student organizations. Carthage is close to my hometown, but far enough to teach me independence. Overall, Carthage felt like home to me!” — Sara Willis ’29, mathematics major
“I had never been more sure of where I was meant to be.”
“When I began searching for schools, I had five strict criteria for my future college to meet. While most schools I auditioned for checked most of these boxes, Carthage was able to check every single one. I fell in love with the music program, the community, and the choir at Carthage. I had never been more sure of where I was meant to be.” — Chase Portner ’27, music education major
“Being part of an engaging and supportive environment makes my college experience even more fulfilling.”
“I chose Carthage because of its strong sense of community, welcoming environment, and the opportunity for one-on-one learning. I love the close-knit atmosphere on campus, where I get to see familiar faces every day while still having the chance to meet new people. Being part of an engaging and supportive environment makes my college experience even more fulfilling.” —Kinsey Bakhaus ’27, communication major
“The campus is not only beautiful but also inspiring.”
“A major factor in my decision was the location. The campus, being situated right along Lake Michigan, is not only beautiful but also inspiring. Being surrounded by such an incredible view motivates me to keep pushing forward and has sparked a desire in me to travel and explore more of the world’s stunning places.” —Ingrid Cerna ’27, biology major
“The ability to contact them after graduating.”
“I chose Carthage because of all the career resources offered by The Aspire Center — from resume help and internship opportunities to the ability to contact them after graduating.” —Rae Raditz ’28, film and new media major