Bryant Connection - Fall 2016

Welcoming the 153th entering class!

Continued from page 1

This class is especially entrepreneurial in spirit. One designs and sells wire-wrapped beaded jewelry and one combines creativity and technical skills by creating content for YouTube. One of them is the co-founder of a rock climbing gym and one owns “Zamboni Shovel and Plow.” One buys and sells dirt bikes and another buys and sells sports paraphernalia donating a portion of the proceeds to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. And at least three students have a business on eBay selling sneakers. The Class of 2020 has certainly demonstrated a strong work ethic.

This Class also brings to Bryant talents in art, music, theater and dance. We have a number of talented musicians who play the cello, piano, guitar, tuba, drums, viola and a variety of cultural instruments. At least five students have played Danny Zuko in your high school’s production of Grease. One is an accomplished digital photographer and one specializes in Indian classical dance. One student is part of a Lithuanian Folk Dance ensemble and another is a member of the award winning dance group Shock Wave. One is a soprano singer for a professional women’s choir and one has learned to write Chinese calligraphy with a famous master.

This class has distinguished themselves in sports, competing on all league, all state and all conference teams. Over 277 have captained at least one sport while in high school. One has been named the Gatorade player of the Year in football. One ran a personal best marathon this past year and another is a Junior Olympian for Horseback Riding.

One is the captain for the Women’s National Field Hockey team in England and another is a member of the US National Dream Team of Archery. One is a nationally ranked punter and many coach basketball, tennis, swimming, and cheerleading. At least two have managed a high school soccer team and one plays AAA hockey for the South Shore Kings. At least 3 hold black belts in the martial arts and 143 will add to Bryant’s varsity teams and many more will keep our intramural and club teams competitive.

Nearly 65 percent of this class lent their talents and time to volunteering to help those in need around the world. One is the founder of “Lend-A-Paw” which raises supplies for local animal shelters. One ran a book drive to collect 2,020 books for the public schools system and one is an active bystander trainer and teaches students how to stop bullying. One went on several mission trips around the country to assist Natural Disaster Victims.

One teaches swim lessons at the local Boys and Girls club, at least four are volunteer firefighters and one has lent their time and talent to a primary school in Jamaica. One participates in “Trail of Terror”- a nonprofit haunted attraction that donates all proceeds to 20 different charities. One coordinated a football game to raise money for military families and another raises and trains dogs for a group that provides service dogs to veterans. Still others spent countless hours in nursing homes and soup kitchens, and volunteering for organizations whose missions are to provide basic needs for families or to protect endangered animals and the environment.

134 served in student government and another 17 served as Class Presidents, 12 are Eagle Scouts and 4 have earned the Girl Scout Gold Award. This class has shown concern for local and world communities and we anticipate that their passion for making the world a better place will only continue to grow during their years at Bryant.

These are just some of the distinguishing characteristics of this class. Each brings something unique to Bryant. Their many qualities will enrich our campus and the world around us. We feel fortunate to be able to participate in their growth and development throughout their time here.

MICHELLE CLOUTIER, September 7, 2016

Alumni-Admission Connection

The Character of Success Bryant University Office of Admission 1150 Douglas Pike Smithfield RI 02917 Phone: 401-232-6100 Toll Free: 800-622-7001 admission@bryant.edu

The Bryant Connection is published three times a year for the Alumni-Admission Connection members of Bryant University.

Know someone interested in joining AAC? Easy!

- www.bryant.edu/aac -

The official site of Bryant Athletics is the place for news stories and videos, schedules and scores, rosters and stats, ticket information and more!

Www.BryantBulldogs.com

Layout and design is done by Managing Editor, Mallory Rousseau, Class of 2011, and Assistant Director for Events and Volunteers. Send comments on this newsletter to Rebecca Eriksen, Associate Director for Events and Volunteers at reriksen@bryant.edu.

Bryant University Office of Admission, 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917, 401-232-6957, 800-622-7001.

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Or pictures from your days at Bryant?

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Volume 15 Issue 3, FALL 2016 A Newsletter for Members of the Alumni-Admission Connection Welcoming the Class of 2020

SMITHFIELD, RI - In September, we welcomed the Class of 2020 to Bryant University. Thank you to all of you who assisted us in recruiting this very talented class by sharing your Bryant story. Many of you attended a college fair, phoned admitted students or spoke at a recruitment event and we cannot thank you enough for the role you have played in forming this new entering class. Vice President of Enrollment, Michelle Cloutier, welcomes the class to campus at convocation and says about this gifted class: Bryant’s Class of 2020 was selected from the largest and most academically talented applicant pool in our University’s 153-year history. I have had the pleasure of reviewing each of their applications, so I know firsthand what an extremely impressive and talented group they are.

My colleagues on the admission team and I have selected from over 7,300 applicants and they earned their admission through stellar academics, commitment to co-curricular activities, leadership and strength of character.

Some students in this class wanted to be close to home, while others were looking for a completely new experience. This class has students from 28 US States, some are graduates from high schools right here in Rhode Island; others of you hail from California, Maryland, Illinois, North Carolina, Nevada and Oregon. This Class includes citizens from five of the seven continents and from 30 different countries including Belgium, the Netherlands, Russia, Nigeria, Japan and Ecuador.

They represent a range of religious, ethnic and racial backgrounds and speak more than 39 different languages and dialects. In fact, 4 of them are fluent in more than four languages. International students make up more than 8 percent of this Class and over 15 percent identify with African American, Latino American or Asian American backgrounds.

Over 17 percent have long standing relationships with Bryant. 75 have followed brothers, sisters or cousins to Bryant and 11 have a parent who attended. Another 33 students were preceded by an Aunt, Uncle or Grandparent, and 28 have multiple legacy connections. An-

In terms of academic strengths, this Class brings to Bryant an array of academic interests and achievements. International Business, Marketing, Accounting, Finance and Actuarial math top this year’s areas of academic interest as expressed in the applications, but this class is overwhelmingly interested in studying across disciplines and pursuing a wide variety of career paths.

Students of this class have already studied in Okinawa, Japan living with a host family and were the first high school students to present at the Eastern American Studies Association Conference. They have worked on a grant to develop efficient methods to plant eelgrass and have been trading stocks since the age of 14. They have already interned at a company to raise awareness about the effects of renewable energy and have shadowed prominent government officials at both the state and federal level.

Many have worked for their parents in small and not so small businesses and plan to use what they learned at Bryant to continue the family tradition. One student is an instructor at her family’s dance studio and one works in their family’s pastry shop.

Over 52 percent of this Class worked during high school bringing to campus a variety of work experiences. One of them is a carpenter who recently built a cottage for an elderly couple, one works at a dog care service and one is an apprentice plumber. One student juggles two jobs as a prep cook at local bistros and another works in a museum. One heads to the rink regularly as an ice skating instructor, one teaches yoga, and one works on a farm. One student is an auto mechanic and yet another restores and rebuilds tired cars. A number of them work in landscaping, retail and the restaurant industry. And one has served our country as a sergeant in the United States Marine Corps.

- CONTINUED ON PAGE 4

Annual AAC Manual Update Along with this newsletter, you have also received our updated AAC Manual. We want to ensure all members have access to this important and helpful publication.

Please review the revised Manual before tucking it away! It contains information that prospective students are likely to ask you about and will ensure you have the latest facts to give them!

Thank You! For your time and recruitment efforts, we are all truly grateful!

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Bryant: Top Return on Investment In the U.S. News & World Report 2017 Best College rankings released today, Bryant University breaks into the top 10 in the Regional Universities North category, rising to No. 9 from No. 11 last year. Bryant has jumped 15 points since its classification as a Masters North university in 2003.

“At Bryant, we look forward to the University's bright future. Years of planning and hard work by our dedicated faculty and staff have positioned us for this moment when our strategic innovations have reached critical mass," said Bryant University President Ronald K. Machtley.

Bryant's rise in college rankings is just one indicator of the cumulative growth, innovation, and transformation at the University. A record 7,309 students, the most in Bryant’s history, applied for a spot in the Class of 2020. This and other key internal and external measures reflect 20 years of visionary leadership and the valuable contributions of faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends.

In addition, College Factual/USA Today’s 2017 rankings ranks Bryant among the top 10 percent of all colleges and universities for the second consecutive year. Bryant was also named the No. 3 College offering the best four-year undergraduate business program.

College Factual/USA Today ranked the following majors and concentrations individually:

       

No. 3 in Accounting No. 3 in International Business No. 3 in Marketing No. 5 in Business Administration/Management No. 6 in Entrepreneurial Studies No. 7 in Applied Mathematics No. 11 in Finance/Financial Management No. 12 in Human Resource Management

The Accounting and Finance/Financial Management programs are ranked in the Top 1% "most focused," which means each program provides a variety of resources that may provide "a better education in this area."

Earlier this month, The Princeton Review included Bryant in The Best 381 Colleges: 2017 Edition and among the Top Colleges in the Northeast. For the second consecutive year, the University was ranked 18th in schools with the best career services, citing the fact that 99 percent of Bryant students are employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation. Bryant was also ranked 18th in “Everyone Plays Intramural Sports.”

Other notable rankings in the past 12 months:

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The Money 2016-2017 Best Colleges Rankings place Bryant at No. 30 in "50 Best Colleges That Add the Most Value."

The Bryant profile summary notes that Bryant "is a school with a rising reputation... turning heads in college rankings."



Bryant University is one of 300 schools worth the investment, according to Forbes.com. Bryant was ranked No. 152 on the list. Forbes compiled its Best Value Colleges ranking in partnership with the Center for College Affordability and Productivity. The selections are based on tuition costs and school quality, as well as graduation success rates and postgraduate earnings. Forbes also named Bryant on their “Top Colleges 2016” list.

Entrepreneurship in Action Nick O’Hara—With a passion for innovation and building things, as well as a love of computers, Nick O’Hara was attracted to the University’s entrepreneurship offerings including Bryant Ventures, where students team up to create the synergy to launch successful ventures; The Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization, Enactus, and The Goss Prize for Entrepreneurship.

Although O’Hara is just beginning his senior year, he's a seasoned professional when it comes to business ventures and taking risks. In high school, he started a news service delivered through text messages. It folded after eight months but an iPhone repair service started at the same time is still going strong. He embodies the traits of an entrepreneur – willing to take risks, fail, and try again – in the quest to find that next thing that people can’t live without.

On a beach last summer his sister’s phone battery died, prompting him to conceptualize a beach chair that could charge phones and portable electronic devices though USB ports. He entered the University’s New Venture Competition and got to speak to five influential Bryant alumni, who shared knowledge he had only dreamed of having. After winning $2,000 and an additional $750 to develop a prototype, he invested $1,500 of his own money and worked with an engineer to develop a three-dimensional model: an eight-pound chair and a tech kit.

Ambassador ANGLE

The Social Corner

Kelsey Gainor—Upon arriving at Bryant to her time thus far, Kelsey has immersed herself in the “business of Bryant” getting involved with several organizations and positions. Alongside joining Student Ambassadors and working the Admission Events office, she also became an Orientation Leader for the Class of 2018 and led the Honors Program Council as President for two years. As a current senior, Kelsey plans to graduate in May 2017 with a double major in marketing and communication.

As her junior year progressed, Kelsey began to crave a new type of experience that would both challenge her and expand her world from little Smithfield, Rhode Island. Kelsey soon discovered a 9-week 2016 summer internship program in Sydney, Australia.

A few months later, she would pack up her things and moved to Australia for two months to work as a Sports Marketing Intern at the Lloyd McDermott Rugby Development Team.

While in Australia, Kelsey was primarily responsible for designing marketing materials, integrating a new event management system into the company’s daily operations, and planning the organization’s first-ever fundraisers at rugby matches across the country, such as in Melbourne and Brisbane. However, the best part of her work experience she says, was the culture and mentality integrated in the Australian lifestyle. “Everyone was so collaborative and easy-going,” Kelsey says. She remarked on the uniqueness of her experiences saying that working abroad instead of taking classes allowed her to “become a true resident of Australia,” experiencing every aspect of the culture. From taking the train across the Sydney Harbor Bridge passing by the famous Opera House everyday on the way to work to cooking Kangaroo burgers for dinner, she was able to get a glimpse into what life down under was really like.

Upon returning back home and beginning her senior year, Kelsey is currently applying to a number of graduate programs for a master’s in business administration, while also looking for a job after graduation.

SMITHFIELD, RI - Members

of the Bryant University Football Team make the longest trip in program history to play Montana State University for the first away game of the 2016 season.

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Bryant: Top Return on Investment In the U.S. News & World Report 2017 Best College rankings released today, Bryant University breaks into the top 10 in the Regional Universities North category, rising to No. 9 from No. 11 last year. Bryant has jumped 15 points since its classification as a Masters North university in 2003.

“At Bryant, we look forward to the University's bright future. Years of planning and hard work by our dedicated faculty and staff have positioned us for this moment when our strategic innovations have reached critical mass," said Bryant University President Ronald K. Machtley.

Bryant's rise in college rankings is just one indicator of the cumulative growth, innovation, and transformation at the University. A record 7,309 students, the most in Bryant’s history, applied for a spot in the Class of 2020. This and other key internal and external measures reflect 20 years of visionary leadership and the valuable contributions of faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends.

In addition, College Factual/USA Today’s 2017 rankings ranks Bryant among the top 10 percent of all colleges and universities for the second consecutive year. Bryant was also named the No. 3 College offering the best four-year undergraduate business program.

College Factual/USA Today ranked the following majors and concentrations individually:

       

No. 3 in Accounting No. 3 in International Business No. 3 in Marketing No. 5 in Business Administration/Management No. 6 in Entrepreneurial Studies No. 7 in Applied Mathematics No. 11 in Finance/Financial Management No. 12 in Human Resource Management

The Accounting and Finance/Financial Management programs are ranked in the Top 1% "most focused," which means each program provides a variety of resources that may provide "a better education in this area."

Earlier this month, The Princeton Review included Bryant in The Best 381 Colleges: 2017 Edition and among the Top Colleges in the Northeast. For the second consecutive year, the University was ranked 18th in schools with the best career services, citing the fact that 99 percent of Bryant students are employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation. Bryant was also ranked 18th in “Everyone Plays Intramural Sports.”

Other notable rankings in the past 12 months:

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

The Money 2016-2017 Best Colleges Rankings place Bryant at No. 30 in "50 Best Colleges That Add the Most Value."

The Bryant profile summary notes that Bryant "is a school with a rising reputation... turning heads in college rankings."



Bryant University is one of 300 schools worth the investment, according to Forbes.com. Bryant was ranked No. 152 on the list. Forbes compiled its Best Value Colleges ranking in partnership with the Center for College Affordability and Productivity. The selections are based on tuition costs and school quality, as well as graduation success rates and postgraduate earnings. Forbes also named Bryant on their “Top Colleges 2016” list.

Entrepreneurship in Action Nick O’Hara—With a passion for innovation and building things, as well as a love of computers, Nick O’Hara was attracted to the University’s entrepreneurship offerings including Bryant Ventures, where students team up to create the synergy to launch successful ventures; The Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization, Enactus, and The Goss Prize for Entrepreneurship.

Although O’Hara is just beginning his senior year, he's a seasoned professional when it comes to business ventures and taking risks. In high school, he started a news service delivered through text messages. It folded after eight months but an iPhone repair service started at the same time is still going strong. He embodies the traits of an entrepreneur – willing to take risks, fail, and try again – in the quest to find that next thing that people can’t live without.

On a beach last summer his sister’s phone battery died, prompting him to conceptualize a beach chair that could charge phones and portable electronic devices though USB ports. He entered the University’s New Venture Competition and got to speak to five influential Bryant alumni, who shared knowledge he had only dreamed of having. After winning $2,000 and an additional $750 to develop a prototype, he invested $1,500 of his own money and worked with an engineer to develop a three-dimensional model: an eight-pound chair and a tech kit.

Ambassador ANGLE

The Social Corner

Kelsey Gainor—Upon arriving at Bryant to her time thus far, Kelsey has immersed herself in the “business of Bryant” getting involved with several organizations and positions. Alongside joining Student Ambassadors and working the Admission Events office, she also became an Orientation Leader for the Class of 2018 and led the Honors Program Council as President for two years. As a current senior, Kelsey plans to graduate in May 2017 with a double major in marketing and communication.

As her junior year progressed, Kelsey began to crave a new type of experience that would both challenge her and expand her world from little Smithfield, Rhode Island. Kelsey soon discovered a 9-week 2016 summer internship program in Sydney, Australia.

A few months later, she would pack up her things and moved to Australia for two months to work as a Sports Marketing Intern at the Lloyd McDermott Rugby Development Team.

While in Australia, Kelsey was primarily responsible for designing marketing materials, integrating a new event management system into the company’s daily operations, and planning the organization’s first-ever fundraisers at rugby matches across the country, such as in Melbourne and Brisbane. However, the best part of her work experience she says, was the culture and mentality integrated in the Australian lifestyle. “Everyone was so collaborative and easy-going,” Kelsey says. She remarked on the uniqueness of her experiences saying that working abroad instead of taking classes allowed her to “become a true resident of Australia,” experiencing every aspect of the culture. From taking the train across the Sydney Harbor Bridge passing by the famous Opera House everyday on the way to work to cooking Kangaroo burgers for dinner, she was able to get a glimpse into what life down under was really like.

Upon returning back home and beginning her senior year, Kelsey is currently applying to a number of graduate programs for a master’s in business administration, while also looking for a job after graduation.

SMITHFIELD, RI - Members

of the Bryant University Football Team make the longest trip in program history to play Montana State University for the first away game of the 2016 season.

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Welcoming the 153th entering class!

Continued from page 1

This class is especially entrepreneurial in spirit. One designs and sells wire-wrapped beaded jewelry and one combines creativity and technical skills by creating content for YouTube. One of them is the co-founder of a rock climbing gym and one owns “Zamboni Shovel and Plow.” One buys and sells dirt bikes and another buys and sells sports paraphernalia donating a portion of the proceeds to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. And at least three students have a business on eBay selling sneakers. The Class of 2020 has certainly demonstrated a strong work ethic.

This Class also brings to Bryant talents in art, music, theater and dance. We have a number of talented musicians who play the cello, piano, guitar, tuba, drums, viola and a variety of cultural instruments. At least five students have played Danny Zuko in your high school’s production of Grease. One is an accomplished digital photographer and one specializes in Indian classical dance. One student is part of a Lithuanian Folk Dance ensemble and another is a member of the award winning dance group Shock Wave. One is a soprano singer for a professional women’s choir and one has learned to write Chinese calligraphy with a famous master.

This class has distinguished themselves in sports, competing on all league, all state and all conference teams. Over 277 have captained at least one sport while in high school. One has been named the Gatorade player of the Year in football. One ran a personal best marathon this past year and another is a Junior Olympian for Horseback Riding.

One is the captain for the Women’s National Field Hockey team in England and another is a member of the US National Dream Team of Archery. One is a nationally ranked punter and many coach basketball, tennis, swimming, and cheerleading. At least two have managed a high school soccer team and one plays AAA hockey for the South Shore Kings. At least 3 hold black belts in the martial arts and 143 will add to Bryant’s varsity teams and many more will keep our intramural and club teams competitive.

Nearly 65 percent of this class lent their talents and time to volunteering to help those in need around the world. One is the founder of “Lend-A-Paw” which raises supplies for local animal shelters. One ran a book drive to collect 2,020 books for the public schools system and one is an active bystander trainer and teaches students how to stop bullying. One went on several mission trips around the country to assist Natural Disaster Victims.

One teaches swim lessons at the local Boys and Girls club, at least four are volunteer firefighters and one has lent their time and talent to a primary school in Jamaica. One participates in “Trail of Terror”- a nonprofit haunted attraction that donates all proceeds to 20 different charities. One coordinated a football game to raise money for military families and another raises and trains dogs for a group that provides service dogs to veterans. Still others spent countless hours in nursing homes and soup kitchens, and volunteering for organizations whose missions are to provide basic needs for families or to protect endangered animals and the environment.

134 served in student government and another 17 served as Class Presidents, 12 are Eagle Scouts and 4 have earned the Girl Scout Gold Award. This class has shown concern for local and world communities and we anticipate that their passion for making the world a better place will only continue to grow during their years at Bryant.

These are just some of the distinguishing characteristics of this class. Each brings something unique to Bryant. Their many qualities will enrich our campus and the world around us. We feel fortunate to be able to participate in their growth and development throughout their time here.

MICHELLE CLOUTIER, September 7, 2016

Alumni-Admission Connection

The Character of Success Bryant University Office of Admission 1150 Douglas Pike Smithfield RI 02917 Phone: 401-232-6100 Toll Free: 800-622-7001 admission@bryant.edu

The Bryant Connection is published three times a year for the Alumni-Admission Connection members of Bryant University.

Know someone interested in joining AAC? Easy!

- www.bryant.edu/aac -

The official site of Bryant Athletics is the place for news stories and videos, schedules and scores, rosters and stats, ticket information and more!

Www.BryantBulldogs.com

Layout and design is done by Managing Editor, Mallory Rousseau, Class of 2011, and Assistant Director for Events and Volunteers. Send comments on this newsletter to Rebecca Eriksen, Associate Director for Events and Volunteers at reriksen@bryant.edu.

Bryant University Office of Admission, 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917, 401-232-6957, 800-622-7001.

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David Silverman Photography

Share your Alumni Pics!

Do you have pictures of yourself with fellow Bryant alums?

Or pictures from your days at Bryant?

We’d love to share them on our Facebook page.

Email Mallory Rousseau at mrousse1@bryant.edu with your pictures today!

Silver Bell Photography

Volume 15 Issue 3, FALL 2016 A Newsletter for Members of the Alumni-Admission Connection Welcoming the Class of 2020

SMITHFIELD, RI - In September, we welcomed the Class of 2020 to Bryant University. Thank you to all of you who assisted us in recruiting this very talented class by sharing your Bryant story. Many of you attended a college fair, phoned admitted students or spoke at a recruitment event and we cannot thank you enough for the role you have played in forming this new entering class. Vice President of Enrollment, Michelle Cloutier, welcomes the class to campus at convocation and says about this gifted class: Bryant’s Class of 2020 was selected from the largest and most academically talented applicant pool in our University’s 153-year history. I have had the pleasure of reviewing each of their applications, so I know firsthand what an extremely impressive and talented group they are.

My colleagues on the admission team and I have selected from over 7,300 applicants and they earned their admission through stellar academics, commitment to co-curricular activities, leadership and strength of character.

Some students in this class wanted to be close to home, while others were looking for a completely new experience. This class has students from 28 US States, some are graduates from high schools right here in Rhode Island; others of you hail from California, Maryland, Illinois, North Carolina, Nevada and Oregon. This Class includes citizens from five of the seven continents and from 30 different countries including Belgium, the Netherlands, Russia, Nigeria, Japan and Ecuador.

They represent a range of religious, ethnic and racial backgrounds and speak more than 39 different languages and dialects. In fact, 4 of them are fluent in more than four languages. International students make up more than 8 percent of this Class and over 15 percent identify with African American, Latino American or Asian American backgrounds.

Over 17 percent have long standing relationships with Bryant. 75 have followed brothers, sisters or cousins to Bryant and 11 have a parent who attended. Another 33 students were preceded by an Aunt, Uncle or Grandparent, and 28 have multiple legacy connections. An-

In terms of academic strengths, this Class brings to Bryant an array of academic interests and achievements. International Business, Marketing, Accounting, Finance and Actuarial math top this year’s areas of academic interest as expressed in the applications, but this class is overwhelmingly interested in studying across disciplines and pursuing a wide variety of career paths.

Students of this class have already studied in Okinawa, Japan living with a host family and were the first high school students to present at the Eastern American Studies Association Conference. They have worked on a grant to develop efficient methods to plant eelgrass and have been trading stocks since the age of 14. They have already interned at a company to raise awareness about the effects of renewable energy and have shadowed prominent government officials at both the state and federal level.

Many have worked for their parents in small and not so small businesses and plan to use what they learned at Bryant to continue the family tradition. One student is an instructor at her family’s dance studio and one works in their family’s pastry shop.

Over 52 percent of this Class worked during high school bringing to campus a variety of work experiences. One of them is a carpenter who recently built a cottage for an elderly couple, one works at a dog care service and one is an apprentice plumber. One student juggles two jobs as a prep cook at local bistros and another works in a museum. One heads to the rink regularly as an ice skating instructor, one teaches yoga, and one works on a farm. One student is an auto mechanic and yet another restores and rebuilds tired cars. A number of them work in landscaping, retail and the restaurant industry. And one has served our country as a sergeant in the United States Marine Corps.

- CONTINUED ON PAGE 4

Annual AAC Manual Update Along with this newsletter, you have also received our updated AAC Manual. We want to ensure all members have access to this important and helpful publication.

Please review the revised Manual before tucking it away! It contains information that prospective students are likely to ask you about and will ensure you have the latest facts to give them!

Thank You! For your time and recruitment efforts, we are all truly grateful!

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