Classical studies alumnus uses research skills as rare books librarian
Dan Axmacher ’12 spent his time at The College of Wooster as a classical studies major, where he researched the ancient Mediterranean and its […]
Ishtiaq Ghafoor ’00 finds harmony in his life’s work with the foreign service
The College of Wooster provided Ishtiaq Ghafoor ’00, an international student from Britain, with a foundation in writing and critical thinking that has helped […]
Samira El-Adawy ’13 encourages inclusivity through sports for those with intellectual disabilities
This story originally appeared in the Spring 2023 edition of Wooster Magazine. Samira El-Adawy ’13 is an athlete on a mission to foster inclusion. […]
Wooster alumna focuses on economic development in Northeast Ohio
After Ngwe (Natalie) Sin ’22 chose The College of Wooster for her undergraduate journey, her initial decision to major in economics took a turn. […]
A lifelong dedication to service: Wooster history alumnus John Carwile ’81 serves as ambassador to Latvia
For 35 years, John Carwile ’81 has dedicated his work to service—serving the United States in foreign countries. Carwile, who recently completed his tenure […]
Graham Rayman ’88 tackles history of Rikers Island in new book
This story originally appeared in the Spring 2023 edition of Wooster Magazine. Graham Rayman ’88 has a career in journalism that spans over 30 […]
German Studies alumnus credits Wooster education to success in Vienna
This story originally appeared in the Spring 2023 edition of Wooster Magazine. Jeffrey Janus ’15, who was a German Studies major and now lives, […]
Teacher on tour: National Teacher of the Year Kurt Russell ’94 advocates for diversity in profession and curriculum
This story originally appeared in the Spring 2023 edition of Wooster Magazine. Veteran history teacher Kurt Russell ’94 is taking a year-long sabbatical from […]
Elena Mityushina ’08 shares culture and connections with fellow alumni
This story originally appeared in the Spring 2023 edition of Wooster Magazine. During the first year of the pandemic, while working full-time as a […]
Alumna on ice: Lauren Vargo ’13 studies connections between glacier melt and climate change
This story originally appeared in the Spring 2023 edition of Wooster Magazine. Lauren Vargo ’13 came to The College of Wooster because she wanted […]
Fighting poverty through economics: Rashmi Ekka ’08 uses microfinance and agricultural development to tackle big-world food problems
This story originally appeared in the Spring 2023 edition of Wooster Magazine. Rashmi Ekka ’08 grew up as part of the Oraon tribe in […]
Medical issues from a mathematical angle: Sarah Haile ’03 uses biostatistics while researching diseases from cancer to COVID-19
This story originally appeared in the Spring 2023 edition of Wooster Magazine. As a student at The College of Wooster, Sarah Haile ’03 (pronounced […]
Theatre and Dance alumnus combines art with political activism
Amadi Washington ’14 began dancing at nine years old, when his elementary school included an African dance class in their curriculum. As he continued […]
Economics alumna analyzes effect of pandemic on student assessment
Mahi Lal ’22, a College of Wooster economics alumna recently contributed to a national press release elaborating on the effect of the pandemic on […]
Mathematics alumna uses liberal arts education to help Cleveland Clinic improve patient care
Mary Sefcik ’14 chose to attend The College of Wooster because of its small size, close-knit community, and opportunities to perform research as an […]
Political science alumnus highlights hometown through social media and photography
When he first came to the College of Wooster, Gabe Wasylko ’19 declared a major in political science and a minor in mathematics, certain […]
English alumna helps build community through poetry and performance
Chantel Massey ’13 has always been a writer and a lover of poetry, but she didn’t always recognize that she could turn her passion […]
Wooster alumna protects immigrant rights at the US-Mexico border
When she first came to The College of Wooster, Charlene D’Cruz ’89 had no idea she would become an attorney, but now she works […]
Mark Bergen ’07 publishes book on YouTube
Mark Bergen ’07, a technology reporter for Bloomberg News, published Like, Comment, Subscribe: Inside YouTube’s Chaotic Rise to World Domination, the first book to […]
Physics alumna joins international team to launch Webb Telescope
Kirsten Larson ’08 knew that she wanted to study science and do research. When attending The College of Wooster, she chose to major in […]