November 2020

Mary Cyr - Finding Harmony at Wheaton

Tags: Relationship-Oriented | Transfer

Since transferring to Wheaton, I have advanced my performance on the French horn through challenging classes and stimulating lessons. I love being part of this open and inviting community of people who love and honor God! Read More


Heidi Melo - Peace in the Whirlwind of Options

Tags: Adventurous Thinker | Transfer

My major, Community Art, embraces working with others and creating art for the community, and its unique elements offer me interesting avenues of exploration as I consider how I can combine art and ministry. Read More


John Karesh - My Next Step

Tags: Future Focused | Transfer

I experienced uncertainty even just a few months before my transfer was finalized. I know, though, that the best place for me to grow next will be Wheaton. Read More


Kara Barlow - Gap Semester in Salamanca

Tags: Adventurous Thinker | Gap Year

Although Wheaton does not have a semester-long program in Salamanca, I petitioned for a non-approved program that would facilitate my entrance into the University of Salamanca and received approval. Read More


Caroline Catanzarite - Australia and Indonesia

Tags: Immersive Learner

Because Wheaton provided me with the opportunity to travel and learn at the same time, I grew in my relationships, perspective, intellect and I believe this growth will prepare me well for my future. Read More


Caroline Catanzarite - Culture Clash and Growth

Tags: Adventurous Thinker | Study Abroad

The amount of joy they displayed in sharing Indonesian culture with us was really touching and I appreciated it much more after hearing personal accounts of an Indonesian student’s life. Read More


Leonora Owsley - Academic Abroad

Tags: Future Focused

I wasn’t sure if studying abroad was possible or wise given what I wanted to study, but I was pleasantly surprised when I arrived at Wheaton and found that studying abroad is an easy, three-step process. Read More


Kara Barlow - Career Preparation

Tags: Immersive Learner

During my time at Wheaton, I have acquired important experience tutoring, copywriting, editing, studying abroad, interviewing alumni, developing my LinkedIn account, and connecting with leaders from different organizations. Read More