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.
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.
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.
While playing football at Berry, Holland Stallings majored in finance and accounting, successfully competed for two significant internships and landed a job before graduation.
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).
Meet Caspian Beard, a music and biology double major blending his passions to create a unique path. Whether performing on stage or studying the natural world, his journey at Berry has been shaped by creativity, mentorship and a love for learning.
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.
Meet Trinity McClendon and Sebastian Nivon Galvez, non-music majors who are dedicated to integrating music into their lives. As a means of stress relief or personal growth, participating in music has helped them thrive in college.
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.
This senior majoring in psychology and minoring in communication made the most of academics and campus job opportunities to carve out a unique path.
Aspiring to a career in the music industry, Teniya Evans ’25 credits the college’s mentoring community and hands-on experiences for her career direction. With a firm business foundation to complement her musical talent, she’s all set to work for A Jam, a home for creative artists in the global music industry.
Although his interest in the music program drove him to apply to Berry, Teddy Oshirak quickly realized that he wanted to pursue marketing as a career. His involvement in both departments allowed him to take full advantage of the liberal arts.
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.
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.
Biochemistry major Matthew Davila-Nico ’24 arrived at Berry to play baseball and left with a passion for medicine and a commitment to underserved communities.
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.
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.
Alexis Mitchell ’25 dove into her study abroad experience in South Korea, getting perspective on another country’s culture, economics and history. It was a high point in a college career where she made the most of leadership and learning opportunities.
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.
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.
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.
Lulie Ebaugh ’22 dreamed of a new professional direction after taking a break from her career to raise her son. Unsure of her exact path, she embraced the Berry MBA program to explore possibilities, which led to owning Lulie's Riverside Gourmet.
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.
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.