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Months ahead of graduation, history major and literacy advocate Hannah McDaniel turns an internship into a full-time role in the Georgia Senate.
From medical simulations to virtual museums, extended reality or XR offers new ways for students to practice skills and experience knowledge beyond traditional classrooms. Check out this article to learn more about how XR is transforming higher education.
Dr. Courtney Cash brings nonprofit expertise and social enterprise innovation to Berry’s business school, empowering students to create solutions for global challenges.
Analiese Wrye has embraced opportunities as she trains to become a registered nurse, from serving on an immersive study abroad in Kenya to working as a nurse extern in a local emergency room.
Sydney Summers ’26 tested her Teaching English as a Foreign Language skills through a study abroad program in Ecuador. Next stop? She hopes to teach second grade after graduation.
International business major Isabela Hurtado ’26, a campus leader in community service, completed two significant internships and study abroad in Spain.
Noah Koch ’25 majored in dual-degree engineering and applied physics. He entered Georgia Tech’s biomedical engineering graduate program thanks to research.
With rising interest in trade schools and questions about the value of college, students are weighing their options more carefully than ever. This guide breaks down the pros and cons of each, helps students make informed decisions about their future and highlights how Berry College’s hands-on approach might be the perfect middle ground.
Psychology major Cara Miles ’25, recipient of the Martha Berry Outstanding Undergraduate Achievement Award, is undertaking a busy fall. She’s a fellow at McKinsey & Company while earning a master’s in human resources management at Penn State.
Brooke Jones ’25 turned research, athletics, mentoring and campus jobs into a launchpad for a career in medicine, especially in underserved rural communities.
Emma Harrison ’25, a double major in marketing and psychology, turned her food content platform into a business while gaining the experience to launch a career in influencer marketing.
Allie Patterson ’25, an artist and entrepreneur, has combined personal history, faculty mentorship, and real-world experience to launch a career in mixed media art.
Amanda Merrilles, a biology major with minors in chemistry and One Health, leveraged her experiences in research, study abroad and professional development to prepare for a career in medicine.
Sarah Agullo ’25 merged passions for art and animal science by creating art projects centered on animal anatomy. Currently freelancing, she anticipates applying her knowledge of graphic design, illustration and science to medical illustration studies in graduate school.
Recent Berry graduate Elizabeth Chandler ’25 developed her voice through on-campus work, student leadership and undergraduate research opportunities. These experiences prepared her to pursue a master’s in public relations and work as a graduate assistant.
Erin Schmidt ’25, making the most of her time as a student, athlete and researcher, utilized past LifeWorks experiences in health communication to inform real-world research for AdventHealth.
International affairs major Hannah Saxon ’24 leveraged Berry opportunities to expand her horizons, studying abroad in Barcelona and traveling to Moldova after graduation to work in the Peace Corps.
Andrew Purcell ’25 started his college career at Texas A&M University but transferred to Berry because he wanted to pursue his education in a smaller school setting. Arriving at Berry as an undeclared major, he took several classes to explore his interests. He landed on a major in creative technologies with a minor in art — a decision that allowed him to engage with his technical skills and creativity. Andrew will pursue a Master of Architecture at the Georgia Institute of Technology this fall.
Mekhi Tchassama didn’t just study communication; he practiced it at every turn. From internships and campus jobs to community engagement and mentorship, he built a future in public relations grounded in experience, versatility and purpose.
Pre-law and economics major Ella Stevens learned resilience after overcoming an ACL injury that paused her tennis career. Shifting her focus to future goals, Ella's story showcases the unique opportunities and close-knit community of a small liberal arts college.
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Kristy Moss ’24, a driven dual major in cellular and biomedical biology and secondary education, balanced opportunities like STEMTeach and sports medicine in college. Excited about her future career as a physician, she is grateful for her well-rounded experiences at Berry.
Sean-Anthony Mensah ’25, a computer science and creative technologies double major, balanced a busy senior year that triumphed in a job offer from Mohawk.
Taylor Yonfa dreams of working in a pediatric ICU, driven by her love for children and teamwork in critical care. She’ll be ready thanks to the nursing program’s distinctive hands-on experiences and supportive mentors.
Kana Furukawa ’24 is a forestry research specialist at the LSU AgCenter. Her work includes optimizing tree growth, testing herbicides, enhancing wildlife habitats and more. Looking back, she attributes her success to extensive undergraduate fieldwork and supportive mentors at Berry.
Zach Pishock ’25 traveled 4,500+ miles for cultural immersion in Europe. He returned with a stronger grasp of geopolitics and Spanish, as well as a deeper sense of self.
Gavin Booker ’23, the play-by-play broadcaster for the Rome Emperors, shares his journey from Berry College to professional broadcasting, highlighting his passion for baseball and the pivotal college experiences that shaped his budding career.
U.S. News & World Reports has ranked Berry College No. 2 for “best value” and “best undergraduate teaching” among universities in the South.
Ivan Khoo ’25 used a Mohawk internship and honors thesis to test his skill set. After graduation, he took a job as a software developer for the WinShape Foundation.
Salley Kate Pierce ’22 is studying to become a physician assistant (PA). Her journey started with a role in Berry’s sports medicine department where she progressed from small tasks to team lead. Her exercise science curriculum and internships also prepared her for graduate studies.
Though trained as an actor, Trey Wilkerson ’24 worked as the stitch supervisor in the theatre department’s costume shop and gained experience in set design, lighting, sound, directing and playwriting.
Berry education majors with an interest in science and math enter the workforce with competitive resumes, thanks to hundreds of classroom hours earned before graduation.
Hannah Blanton ’25 pursued research early on in her Berry career. Her experiences as a student researcher took her from student symposiums and research grants all the way to a prestigious Goldwater Scholarship.
A family studies introductory course changed everything for Charlie Sims ’24. He decided to major in psychology and served as a peer wellness coach, an experience that contributed to landing a post-grad job with a mental health center. Involved in many areas of campus life, from football player to Gate Scholar, Charlie received the Martha Berry Outstanding Undergraduate Achievement Award.
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Anna Kelly Lawless embarked on her college experience knowing she wanted a career that would be care-focused and mission-minded. The guidance of college mentors and transformative learning experiences fueled her desire to pursue a career in pharmaceutical sciences.