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Albright College was founded in 1856. Today, we’re a nationally ranked, four-year liberal arts college.
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In this issue of FACES, meet eight former students who not only reflect the traditions of
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Who we are Albright students come from all over the world to share their stories.
1,650 students n 28 states and 24 countries represented n 17% students of color n 8% international students n
Here, you’ll work personally with amazing professors. Our classes are small and interactive by design. You see, our professors want to know more than just your name. They will meet with you outside of class to go over assignments or just to be there to talk about your goals and how you’ll reach them. They care about you. After all, that’s why they chose to teach at Albright.
13:1 student/faculty ratio n Full-time faculty: 118
Albright College but also demonstrate that learning (tough) lessons in college classrooms and/or campus organizations can lead to winning career perspectives in the real world.
“I learned how to learn at Albright,” remarks Rick Herring ’82, president of Giant Food Stores, LLC, a chain of 184 stores. “I learned how to work my way through problems and to make the most of opportunities when they are presented.” (Rick also met his wife, Patti ’82, at Albright.) See page 5. Rick Herring ’82
Charnita Ziegler-Johnson, Ph.D. ’92 and research assistant professor of epidemiology, University of Pennsylvania, not only met her future husband in an Albright lab, she also formed relationships with professors that helped her through every step of her career. “The best friendships that I’ve made in my life were made at
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Charnita Ziegler-Johnson ’92
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Where we are Albright’s 118-acre campus is tucked into a residential neighborhood of Reading, Pa., a city of 80,000.
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Albright,” says Charnita. See page 4.
“I would not be
where I am today
had it not been for
Albright.
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— Brian Schwab ’02
Jessica Snyder ’07
“Albright taught me to make every oppor-
“I was transformed by Albright in so many
tunity a learning experience,” comments
ways,” says the assistant principal of Wilson
Jessica Snyder ’07, who did just that when
High School, Patrick Sasse ’02. “I learned
she landed a position with Accenture,
something new in each one of my classes.
a global management company.
I still keep my notebooks by my desk.”
See pages 7-8.
Patrick Sasse ’02
See page 3.
Erica Jones ’07 turned an internship in the
“I would not be where I am today had it not
fashion industry into a job by the time she
been for Albright,” says Brian Schwab ’02,
graduated. “Albright College offered many
who now owns his own dental practice and
experiences that allowed me to think on a larger
fondly remembers the professor who con-
scale,” says Erica, who now works as a market-
vinced him that it was important to try new
ing manager at GK Elite Sportswear. See page 9.
Hedda Schupak ’84
Erica Jones ’07
things and even make mistakes. See pages 11-12.
Brian Schwab ’02
“Being active in campus organizations
“I loved Albright from my first visit,” says
gave me so many skills,” points out editor
Rachel Williams ’04, a judge advocate for
and analyst Hedda Schupak ’84. “That’s
the United States Army, who previously
where you really learn about navigating
worked at the International Criminal Tribunal
politics, cooperation and real-life problem
for the Former Yugoslavia in The Hague,
solving—all the things you need to succeed professionally.” See page 6.
Rachel Williams ’04
the Netherlands. “I knew it would be a big investment in my future.” See page 10.
Three times a year, we offer you a view of life at Albright in FACES. In each issue you’ll get stories, advice and insider information firsthand from the real experts—the people at Albright. See our complete library of FACES as well as access all links in this edition: www.albright.edu/faces15 2
Class: 2002 Majors: English, Secondary Education
PATRICK SASSE
Profession: Asst Principal, Wilson High School, West Lawn, PA
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huge Chaucer fan, Patrick Sasse is now the resident Middle English expert in the high school where he serves as assistant principal. But the former college lacrosse player started out as a math major. “Education was always what I wanted to do,” explained Patrick, a Philadelphia native whose high school teachers and coaches inspired him to pursue teaching as a career. “My math teacher (and football coach) was really influential and I remember saying to my parents, ‘I want to do that.’” But as a freshman at Albright, Patrick soon realized that he was better with letters than numbers. “I struggled with classes like Calculus during my first semester. My advisor bent over backwards to help me and I was still having trouble. Then I remembered how much I loved writing. I switched to an English concentration by my second year.” With this new focus, Patrick directed his energy toward becoming an educator. He especially appreciated the Albright professors who knew how to connect with students during class. During one particularly memorable lesson, Patrick was videotaped while he was teaching a class. “That was an amazingly effective tool. I learned immediately,” says Patrick.
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In another class, he was put through Education was always a mock interview by a professor who what I wanted to do. brought his experience as a school superintendent to the class. Patrick laughs when he reflects that he now conducts those same types of interviews at Wilson High School, and now knows exactly what to look for in candidates.
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As assistant principal at Wilson High School, during long hours he describes as “hectic but fun,” every day is different. But Patrick still refers to the notes he took at Albright, which he keeps right next to his office desk.
PATRICK’s FAVORITE CLASS: “Chaucer” with Michael Adams, Ph.D. ALBRIGHT Activities: Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Men’s Lacrosse, Student Government, Tutor, Student Ambassador PATrick’S Advice for Students on Interviewing: “Learn to communicate.”
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Patrick, ’01 Homecoming King, passes on the mantle to his successor.
Patrick and his proud pop, graduation 2002.
CATCH THE LATEST SCORES OF PAT’S FAVORITE TEAM: www.albright.edu/football
CHARNITA ZEIGLER-JOHNSON
Class: 1992 Profession: Research Asst. Professor of Epidemiology, Univ. of Pennsylvania
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he relationships Charnita Zeigler-Johnson formed in college only became stronger over time. Since graduating 20 years ago, Charnita remains close with two of her psychology professors. When Charnita married Robert Johnson, an Albright alumnus, they even attended her wedding!
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One of those psychology professors, Brenda Ingram-Wallace, Ph.D., served as a mentor throughout Charnita’s master’s and doctoral educations. “She encouraged me every step of the way and never lost contact with me. I love that about Albright professors. I haven’t found that kind of mentorship anywhere else,” Charnita reflects. When she visited, the pre-med student knew she had found a second home at Albright. She loved that the small liberal arts college was close to her Philadelphia home. She was also drawn to Albright because it offered a major in psychobiology, an area of study not offered at many colleges at the time. While studying at Albright, Charnita focused her scholarship on conducting research on the effects of zinc deficiency on rats and conducting a class project using audiogenic mice. During the process, Charnita found out exactly what she wanted to do in the future—design more research projects.
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I couldn’t imagine myself going to school anywhere else.
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“Albright gave me a foundation in research that has carried me through each chapter of my research career,” says Charnita. “It was because of my experiences at Albright that I decided I preferred to design and conduct research projects rather than go to medical school.” Today, Charnita serves as a research assistant professor of epidemiology at the University of Pennsylvania, where she has conducted groundbreaking research studying the high prostate cancer rates in African-American men, and travelled internationally to educate and promote awareness about prostate cancer. About her outlook for the future of prostate cancer research, Charnita says, “I hope that we can make a difference globally as we also try to decrease racial and socioeconomic disparities here in the U.S.”
CHARNITA’S Favorite ClassES AT ALBRIGHT: Psychology, Psychobiology, Circadian Rhythms, Sociology, and Music. AFTER ALBRIGHT: MPH (Master of Public Health) and Ph.D., epidemiology, University of Pittsburgh, 1998
Charnita with fellow members of the African-American Society, a service organization devoted to fellowship and fostering a greater understanding of African-American culture. Charnita served as the group’s president, circa 1990-1991.
Find out about Adam’s activities on and off the field... www.albright.edu/adamgalczynski INTERCONTINENTAL CANCER RESEARCHER: Read about Charnita’s trailblazing transatlantic prostate cancer research in the magazine of Albright College, The Reporter: www.albright.edu/cancerresearch
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RICHARD HERRING
Class: 1982 Profession: President, Giant Food Stores
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I did not realize how much I would grow during my four years at Albright.
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Major: Accounting Graduate and/or Professional Degree: M.B.A., finance; C.P.A.
hen Rick Herring first came to Albright, college wasn’t exactly on his mind. He was 10 years old, visiting his older brother in “The Court,” a residence hall, where he remembers liking his brother’s friends. The impression stuck. Less than a decade later, he would be back at Albright, this time enrolled as a student. “I was interested in a small college where I could get to know many of my classmates,” Rick reflects. “I also wanted a good education. Based on my brother’s experience, Albright made sense.” Always good at math, Rick enrolled as an accounting major and found many supportive faculty at Albright. “My professors were interesting and fun. They let you make mistakes but then steered you in the right direction. They really pushed us to do well,” says Rick. “I also feel that the wide range of classes in the liberal arts education helped me prepare for a wide variety of situations I experienced throughout my career.”
“The wide range of classes
In December of his senior year, Rick interviewed, received and accepted an offer from a Big Eight accounting firm, where
in the liberal arts education helped me prepare for a wide variety of situations I experienced throughout my career.
he gained vital experience.
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Today, he serves as president of Giant Food Stores, the company where he has worked for the last 20 years. And Rick is still putting to use the lessons in self-sufficiency, leadership and compassion he learned at Albright. In fact, his favorite part of the job is helping Giant organize charity programs and initiatives. In 2010, Rick helped Giant coordinate $19 million in donations. “Learn to build Rick and friends pile on in the Student Activities Center, 1982.
Rick Herring in Albright’s yearbook, The Cue: 1982.
relationships. Be a good listener and get along with all types of people,” is the advice the successful businessman offers to students. Rick’s favorite memory? “I have to say meeting my wife Patti (class of 1983) is my favorite memory… along with all the things we did together with our Albright friends.”
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RICK’S ADVICE FOR STUDENTS: “College is more fun when you get good grades. Get the grades first and then you will have the fun.”
HEDDA SCHUPAK
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First and foremost, if you have a negative or pessimistic outlook on life, lose it. Become a positive person.
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Class: 1984 Major: English and Communication Arts Profession: Editor and Analyst at online newsletter The Centurion
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edda Schupak didn’t apply to Albright College when she was in high school. Instead, she found out about Albright after she enrolled at a different college.
“I was afraid it was too late,” says Hedda, “but I realized during my freshman year that the college I had chosen didn’t feel right to me.” That summer, when an acquaintance suggested she look into Albright College and her father enthusiastically agreed, Hedda applied. “I transferred in the 11th hour right before my sophomore year,” recalls Hedda. “It wasn’t the usual way people choose a college, but I’m so glad I did.” Once at Albright, Hedda fit right in. “From the very first day, I fell in love with the school!” says Hedda. “It was an absolute perfect fit for me.” Not only were the classes small, which made it easy to interact with professors, but the environment also pushed her to think creatively and critically. Through her involvement in many campus organizations and activities, she soon discovered the importance of cooperation and reallife problem-solving. At Albright, Hedda also gained important real-life experience. For instance, when she interned for the Jewish Exponent in Philadelphia, an internship she found through Albright, she learned about working in a real newsroom in a real office. She wrote wedding notices during her final semester there. “It was what helped me get my first job after graduation,” says the writer, editor and analyst who went on to run a big trade magazine in the fine jewelry industry. Hedda won a number of industry and journalism awards, and even was named one of Pennsylvania’s Top 50 Women in Business in 2003! Most importantly, at Albright Hedda learned how to be flexible and adapt well to change. When she left her job as editor-in-chief at Jewelers’ Circular-Keystone, she bounced right back, and is now the editor at an online newsletter targeting the luxury end of the jewelry industry. “You have to be willing to roll with changes,” reflects Hedda. “Change happens whether you like it or not, and you have to be ready to not just adapt but make the new situation work to your advantage.”
Hedda, circa 1982, along with fellow staff members of The Agon, Albright’s literary and arts magazine.
ALBRIGHT ACTIVITIES: Pi Alpha Tau sorority, The Albrightian, The Agon HEDDA’S Favorite ClassES: “History” by William Willits Hummel, Ph.D., and “Shakespeare” by Benjamin Earl Brown, Ph.D. WISDOM: “What a difference it makes when you like where you are!”
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JESSICA S. RICHARDSON
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Albright taught me to make every opportunity a learning experience.
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Favorite Classes: Theater, sociology, British literature, women of the Bible, and 20th century history Profession: Consultant, Accenture
Class: 2007 Majors: Business Administration (with a concentration in Marketing) and Spanish
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ven before she started high school, Jessica S. Richardson was
With her adviser’s help, Jessica was able to study abroad and graduate in
planning for college. But as the time neared she became indecisive.
time with a double major: “This can be an overwhelming process, but
Her guidance counselor, an Albright alumnus, recommended the small liberal arts college, and after just one visit Jessica knew Albright was the place for her.
Albright’s advisers ensure that each student stays on track,” she says. From her experiences at Albright, Jessica has learned to be flexible, to troubleshoot problems with an open mind and to think
“Right away I noticed that Albright was not just another
critically, qualities that have translated well in her role
pretty campus. The campus has a certain kind of collegial
as a consultant for Accenture, the global management
charm that opens its arms and embraces you. I quickly
consulting, technology services and outsourcing company.
learned that the people do, too,” Jessica says.
On any given Monday, Jessica might fly to Chicago or London to work with clients on managing the implementation of
At Albright, Richardson exercised her ambition by designing
transformational business process and technology solutions.
her own academic programs and studying abroad in three different locations (including Spain and the Dominican
“The well-rounded experiences I received in my classes
Republic). “The list of truly interactive learning experiences
and in my other activities give me an advantage over peers
at Albright is so extensive, and I think this is a tribute to the amazing professors and their dedication to teaching in the most appropriate environment possible,” says Jessica.
Jessica’s Albright experiences have given her an edge in analyzing issues and facing challenges. “I am not afraid to try new things,” she says.
who do not have such an interactive and engaged college experience,” concludes Jessica.
Taking a moment to reflect in one of Albright’s famous red chairs, Jessica prepares for the next step in her journey to success.
Jessica enjoys a little R&R during January Interim Term in Hawaii, where she studied humpback whales.
Jessica and friends get down-and-dirty in the timehonored Albright traditional game of Oozeball.
Jessica in the Domino Players’ production of Into the Woods.
Advice for Students: “You can choose your classes and can even develop your own interdisciplinary major. Few schools allow this much flexibility, and it enables you to be in control of your own education, which will make you more engaged and invested.”
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Class: 2007 Major: Fashion Design Favorite Class: Critical Thinking
erica JONES
Profession: Marketing Manager of Cheerleading, GK-Elite Sportswear
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rica Jones went from hoping to learn about the fashion industry during her freshman year to landing a job at the world’s leading manufacturer of gymnastics apparel—straight out of college. Erica credits her success to the rigorous education and generous faculty at Albright—in particular, her fashion advisor, Lorraine Mellor, who shared her expertise and helped Erica grow with a healthy dose of “tough love.” As their mentoring relationship grew, Erica learned how to take criticism and never lose sight of her goals. Explore all of your “I appreciated her criticism, because I knew she respected and believed in options for college. me,” remembers Erica. “And I learned Don’t let fear that you can evolve and achieve your hold you back. dreams if you have a passion.”
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Erica put this attitude to the test at her internship with GK Elite Sportswear, L.P., the world’s leading supplier of gymnastics apparel (just across the street from Albright). Her efficiency and accuracy caught the attention of supervisors. The ambitious fashion major made it clear to the company that she wanted to continue with them after her formal internship ended. She asked to be included in design meetings, and was given opportunities to sketch designs for gymnastics leotards and develop samples.
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I would do it all over again if I could.
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But when she was told there weren’t any full-time positions available, she didn’t back down. Instead, she asked for a part-time job and got it. From there, she worked her way into a full-time role. It was only a matter of time before she was promoted to her current position, marketing manager of cheerleading, a demanding role in which she attends meetings and fittings, modifies the Elite Sportswear’s next catalog and dreams up their marketing materials of the future. “Albright College offered many experiences that allowed me to think on a larger scale,” reflects Erica. “I gained confidence over the years that helped me to envision my goals and go for them.”
ERICA’S Advice for StudentS: “Try to learn as much as you can, not just in each lecture, but also with every experience that you encounter. Keep an open mind and challenge yourself to grow, continually.” Erica strikes a pose with her favorite “dress form” (a fashion designer’s most essential tool).
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SEE WHAT’S NOW IN FASHION AT ALBRIGHT: Erica looking fearless and fashionable.
www.albright.edu/fashion
RACHEL WILLIAMS
Class: 2003 Major: Political Science Favorite Class: Critical Thinking
Graduate Degrees: J.D., Certificate in International and Comparative Law Profession: Judge Advocate, US Army
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s a freshman at Albright College, Rachel Williams knew exactly what she wanted to study. But the driven young student (now a judge advocate for the United States Army) wasn’t sure how she would apply her interest in politics and international relations to developing an actual career in the field. “My professors at Albright opened my eyes to the world around me,” says Rachel. “Through my coursework, discussions with my professors, and internship abroad, I was able to hone in on realistic career opportunities that interested me.”
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With encouragement from her Albright professors, Rachel also began to network and form crucial connections. She was nominated to attend two important conferences: “The Future of Europe” at the United States Air Force Academy Assembly. Another contact nominated her to attend the “Student Conference on United States Affairs” at West Point. “Through both conferences, I was able to meet students from all over the world, and the speakers were among some of the most respected minds in the field and included representatives from the government, military, think tanks, NGOs and nonprofits,” remembers Rachel. “I am incredibly privileged to have had the opportunity to attend both conferences, as the lessons, connections and friendships I forged from them have been invaluable throughout my career.” During her junior year, Rachel interned at the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) in Geneva, Switzerland, where she prepared annotated bibliographies for publication, researching trends within the fields of nuclear terrorism and space-based weapons.
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I loved Albright from my first visit. I knew it would be a big investment in my future.
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Rachel at the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Netherlands.
Rachel and members of her Squad in Army Service Uniform at their Blues Reception.
“Interning at UNIDIR was my first opportunity to gain international experience,” says Rachel. “It helped me gain admission into a law school known for international law as well as to secure my first international legal internship at the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia in The Hague, the Netherlands.”
Tribunal building, The Hague
Today, Rachel serves as a judge advocate, and after a basic course in Charlottesville, Va., she will be stationed in Fort Hood, Texas, with the storied 1st Cavalry Division. “I have not yet settled into my unit, but I am definitely proud to put on the uniform of the United States Army every morning and know that I represent a cause greater than myself,” smiles Rachel. Find out about Adam’s activities on and off the field... www.albright.edu/adamgalczynski INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE: Read about Rachel’s work on the world stage arguing before the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia: www.albright.edu/internationaljustice 10
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Class: 2002 Majors: Biology Favorite Class: “Latin” by Sarel Fuchs, Ph.D.
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Graduate and/or Professional Degrees: Doctor of Dental Medicine Profession: Doctor of Dental Medicine / President of Shuman & Schwab, DMD Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, PC
ince the eighth grade, when he did a research project comparing dentistry and medicine, Brian Schwab, D.M.D., knew he wanted
to be a dentist. This aspiration has since flourished into a series of accomplishments, from graduating summa cum laude from Albright to
receiving his doctor of dental medicine degree from the
to learn from them. It’s going to make you a better student, a better person, a better doctor,” Brian says. When he needed extra guidance, Brian would stop by Jake’s Place, a dining hall on campus where faculty often held their office hours. Sometimes he would meet with them to discuss an assignment, and other
University of Pennsylvania to buying out his partner (who
times simply to chat. “At Albright, the faculty members are
will soon retire) in the dental practice he visited as a child.
teachers and mentors in every sense of the word. They like to see that their students are adjusting well,” Brian says.
Brian chose Albright for its rigorous science programs. When he started school, he sometimes found the pace
Years after graduating, Brian taught as an associate professor
of courses overwhelming, especially as the classic
at the University of Pennsylvania, where he helped out with
overachiever who aimed for perfection. “I have a tendency
the interviewing process for prospective students. He was
to be very hard on myself and expect 100 percent all the time,” Brian reflects. With the help of a devoted pre-professional adviser, he learned how to have more realistic expectations for himself and even to fail sometimes. “She made me realize that it’s okay to make mistakes, because you are going
given a list of schools that historically produced top-notch An admitted perfectionist, Brian also learned some surprising lessons from Albright professors who urged him to experiment with imperfection. “I learned that it’s okay to take risks and make mistakes. That’s how you learn,” remembers Brian .
students, and Albright was among them. “When you become an Albrightian, you become part of that excellence,” says Brian with a smile.
Ten years later, Brian has his doctor of dental medicine degree and is on his way to owning his own practice.
Brian and his wife, Audrey Smeltzer ‘02, feeling fine and dressed to the nines.
It’s 2002, and all of Brian’s hard work has prepared him for even brighter days ahead.
Advice for Students: “Make this world into the place you want it to be.”
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W H A T A D I F F EREN C E A C O L L E G E M A K E S One thing holds true for every one of these recent Albright graduates: Just as much as they remember and apply the lessons they learned in class or laugh when they think of all the good times they had with college friends, they appreciate the different way of thinking that helped them push themselves forward and reach their goals.
Dan Martin ’09
Dan Martin ’09 Major: Biology Profession: Zookeeper, Dallas Zoo, Exotic Birds (Dan has also worked with International Animal Sanctuary, where he helped take care of thirteen species of exotic cats, including lions, cheetahs, tigers and leopards, as well as grizzly and black bears!)
Dan on Hard Work: “Albright pushed me to achieve the best in everything I do. I learned to never settle and to always push myself. The long nights spent in the library studying and searching for internships in my limited free time allowed me to create a path for myself.”
Andre Forbes ’10 Major: Music Business and Theatre Profession: Owner, Ifodige Productions, Inc., an entertainment consulting business; Account Exec, Peachtree Settlement Funding Andre on Experience: “At Albright, I learned the amazing ability to multi-task! And the strong music business department bestowed upon me the knowledge I needed to land an internship in L.A. and start a recording label, which has grown into an entertainment consulting company.” Andre Forbes ’10
Brittany McLaughlin ’10 Major: Child and Family Studies Profession: Adoption Social Worker, Presbyterian Children’s Village in Philadelphia; working on a master’s in social work at Widener University.
From the biology major who works as a zookeeper at the Dallas Zoo (with exotic African birds!) to the Philadelphia-based social worker who places adopted children into loving homes, all of these Albright graduates agree on one thing... “Without Albright, I wouldn’t be where I am today...”
Brittany on Preparation: “Every class I took at Albright taught me skills that I am able to use both in work and in school. I would say Albright helped me the most in regards to my academics because I felt one hundred percent prepared to enter master’s level courses.” Brittany McLaughlin ’10
WE offer more than 60 academic majors and programs. Accounting Accounting, Economics & Finance Africana Studies 3 American Civilization Anthropology Art Art History 3 Arts Administration 3 Asian Studies 3 Biochemistry Bio-cultural Anthropology 3 Biology n Biotechnology n General Biology
Combinable major, which must be combined with another major
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Sean Crossley ’11
Sean Crossley ’11 Major: Accounting, Economics and Finance Profession: Accounting Analyst, SEI Investments BTW: Sean landed his job after he impressed the mother of a prospective student during one of his Albright tours!
Sean on Opportunity: “Albright has encouraged and continues to encourage me to always learn, develop, uncover and overcome challenges and obstacles. Albright has given me the opportunities and confidence to become a well-rounded graduate.” Alice Santana ’10 Major: Music Business and Business Administration (track in international business) Profession: School Administrator, Artists and Musicians of Latin America (AMLA) Alice on Passion: “Albright taught me to be willing to take risks. During my junior year, Albright allowed me to start the first ever Albright record label, LION Records. It was at Albright that I became engulfed in the artist development process and realized it was a passion for me.” Alice Santana ’10
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