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.
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.
Ben Rosenbloom ’25, who focused on exercise science and sport leadership, balanced academics and responsibilities as the student program director for strength and conditioning at Berry. Heading to graduate school this fall, he is grateful for his comprehensive college experience.
Honors student Emma Moore ’25, a secondary education and history major, always knew she wanted to be a teacher. Thanks to a rich array of teaching, mentoring and on-campus job opportunities, she has choices: to teach middle school history or pursue a master’s degree in student affairs administration at the University of Georgia (UGA).
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.
Pre-law student Zion Rome says critical thinking skills, on-the-job training and coaches at Berry have prepared him for graduate school and professional life.
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.
Caroline Lord is tapping into art and creative writing at Berry to achieve the long-term goal of working in art therapy. She’s also a successful entrepreneur with a following for her exuberant, colorful paintings.
Discover how early and continuous classroom exposure transforms aspiring teachers into effective educators. Learn about the advantages of hands-on teaching practice, from improved retention rates to positive impacts on student achievement.
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.
Explore the key factors in choosing the right nursing program. Learn about different nursing degrees, the importance of student-centered environments and ways to find programs with high NCLEX pass rates and strong support. Make an informed decision for a successful nursing career.
With his talent for managing content and a deep investment in writing as a vocation, Ben Allee ’21 is going places in his communication career.
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.
First interested in pre-med, Brandon Head explored several majors before digging into data science. A recent internship showed him how technology is being developed to address neurological conditions.
Ivan Khoo, a math and computer science major, is not only interning at Mohawk Industries but also using his Honors thesis to improve his college’s scheduling system.
Joy Han ’24 came to Berry knowing she could build long-lasting relationships that would contribute to her personal and professional development.
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.
John Sherrod ’03 started college with basic computer knowledge and leveraged Berry’s student work experience to kick off a remarkable career. Today, he’s the onsite workstation engineer and Apple expert at Ramsey Solutions, overseeing nearly 1,200 Apple devices.
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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.
Finance major Chelsea Landreau ’24 graduated with multiple job offers and found an inspiring role she loves as a client service associate at Sound View Wealth Advisors. Looking back, she attributes her professional development to her work experiences and mentors at Berry.
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.
Exercise science major and student athlete Diego Lopez-Barahona ’24 praises the hands-on, real-world learning he experienced at Berry. From organizing college intramurals and getting experience in internships to working for a tennis center, he’s on his way to fulfilling his lifelong goals.
Working in a biochemistry research lab at Berry, Caitlin Herring ’24 was listed as a researcher in a prestigious journal. Close mentoring by a caring professor instilled confidence and the skill set to step into computational chemistry.
Recent Berry graduate Morgan Frye is not only a four-time First Team All-SAA honoree and a regional college softball champion, but also a member of the newest class of law students starting at Ohio State University in the fall of 2024.
From gaming to problem-solving, Sydney Brown shares how she built an immersive experience, found her place in Hackberry Lab and was shaped into a confident leader ready to take on the world of technology and design.
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Gavin Duncan took advantage of Berry’s nursing program — from small class sizes and faculty mentoring to opportunities to learn about health care abroad though the department’s annual cultural immersive experience in Kenya.
Psychology major and registered behavior technician Mackenzie Fowler says Berry experiences beyond the classroom and academic advising helped her reach professional goals and apply textbook knowledge in the real world.
Thinking about starting a business in college? Juggling studies and a new venture can be tough. You’ll need more than passion and smarts; you need a solid plan. Whether your idea is a dream or fully formed, here are 3 tips to get started.
MJ Shaffer always loved technology but discovered the true impact it could have through hands-on coursework, in-depth internships and community engagement at Berry College. Emphasizing solution-driven work and collaboration, MJ encourages computer science students to embrace challenges and try new things.
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Prepared by courses and work experiences at Berry, senior Annabelle Norton took a bite out of the Big Apple during her summer internship with IEX and returned to with a knowledge of fintech and real-world experience in social media and branding.
Rette Solomon ’24 took advantage of Berry’s individually designed major that combined her love of visual storytelling and equestrianism, which helped her land an internship with an international equestrian center and resort.
Genny Castillo ’08 was named one of the top five Latinas reshaping U.S. politics in 2020 and listed in Georgia Trend’s 40 under 40. Her secret to success? The commitment to service instilled at Berry.
Berry’s ESL program — run by students who teach adult English language learners in the Rome community — is going strong. They are eager to serve all who are willing to learn.