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| Name: |
Mandy Scher |
| Home Town: |
Columbia City IN
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| Major: |
Athletic Training |
| Grad Year: |
2012 |
Why I decided
to attend MC: |
I like the tight-knit community and everybody was so nice to me. I couldn't resist! |
My favorite things
about Manchester: |
I like the personal attention that I get from the professors.
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| I never
expected: |
so many friends from different backgrounds and that have different interests. |
At Manchester
College, I found: |
skills. |
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| Name: |
Veronica Schilb |
| Home Town: |
Fort Wayne, IN
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| Major: |
Political Science
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| Grad Year: |
2013 |
Why I decided
to attend MC: |
Manchester offered me a fantastic scholarship that I could not turn down. I also liked that it was not too far from the great city of Fort Wayne! |
My favorite things
about Manchester: |
The professors are really great and I love that I can talk to them about any question or concerns I have. They really want you to succeed. I don't think I could have that kind of relationship with professors at a larger school. |
| I never
expected: |
I never expected to be the vice chair and one of the founding members of the College Republican's group here on campus. It has been a great way for me to meet many influential political figures from around the state and learn about politics first hand. |
At Manchester
College, I found: |
wireless internet! Now if only Verizon could build a cell phone tower, I'd be super happy. |
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| Name: |
Erin Shei |
| Home Town: |
Hanna, IN |
| Major: |
Communications |
| Grad Year: |
2013 |
Why I decided
to attend MC: |
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My favorite things
about Manchester: |
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| I never
expected: |
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At Manchester
College, I found: |
a second home and opportunities I wouldn't otherwise have had. |
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| Name: |
Shayla Shirk |
| Home Town: |
Dunkirk, IN |
| Major: |
Math, Education with Mild Intervention |
| Grad Year: |
2013 |
Why I decided
to attend MC: |
I liked knowing that my professors would know me by name. The small campus was another decision factor. |
My favorite things
about Manchester: |
The people. I have never met so many great people in one place. Everyone is friendly and very welcoming. |
| I never
expected: |
I never expected to get so involved. From all the clubs on campus to traveling abroad, Manchester really allows students to be a part of something great. |
At Manchester
College, I found: |
my home! From the moment I stepped onto campus, I felt welcomed. I love being here. All the friends I've made have helped me realize that Manchester College is my place. |
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| Name: |
Nancy Shitakha |
| Home Town: |
Kampala, Uganda |
| Major: |
Marketing and Management |
| Grad Year: |
2013 |
Why I decided
to attend MC: |
The scholarship was good. I also liked the size of the college and the peaceful environment it provides. |
My favorite things
about Manchester: |
I especially like the interaction we get with the Professors and the fact that they know you by name. They are always ready to help me succeed.
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| I never
expected: |
I didn't expect to get the great opportunity of participating in Pathways.
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At Manchester
College, I found: |
another place that I can call home. Manchester provides a friendly, serene and welcoming environment that made me feel right at home.
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| Name: |
Amber Skelton |
| Home Town: |
Westville, IN |
| Major: |
Psychology |
| Grad Year: |
2012 |
Why I decided
to attend MC: |
When I visited,everyone was so nice and I really liked the campus. |
My favorite things
about Manchester: |
I love being able to call any teacher at anytime to ask a question about an assignment. You never hear of this happening at the big campuses, but here it's like second nature.
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| I never
expected: |
I never expected to get the opportunity to travel abroad. My junior year I had the opportunity to travel to France to learn about their culture and this would have never happened without the guidance of my professors. |
At Manchester
College, I found: |
a sense of belonging. |
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| Name: |
Ariel Smith |
| Home Town: |
North Manchester, IN
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| Major: |
undecided |
| Grad Year: |
2012 |
Why I decided
to attend MC: |
It was close to home for me, so I could commute and Manchester is a great school.
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My favorite things
about Manchester: |
I like being able to work with the profs when I'm having trouble. Just about all of them will work something out for you to get help. There are so many opportunites for help on homework including study groups, the success center, and tutoring. |
| I never
expected: |
Well so far just making friends from other places is something that I didn't think I would do much of since I am a commuter student, but it is still easy to get involved in campus activities and make tons of friends. |
At Manchester
College, I found: |
a great future. |
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| Name: |
Corbin Smith |
| Home Town: |
Auburn, IN |
| Major: |
Secondary Education |
| Grad Year: |
2013 |
Why I decided
to attend MC: |
Originally, I thought I'd only be here for one year and then transfer out to a bigger school to play football. But now I realize that even though I can't play football anymore because of Crohn's disease, this school is the perfect fit for me.
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My favorite things
about Manchester: |
I enjoy the freedom, it's a lot different than what it used to be like living at home. I also love the friends that I've made since I got on campus last year.
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| I never
expected: |
Well, a lot of things I never expected to happen have happened, but the best thing has been my renewed interest in music. I'm never going to be a music major, but having a music major as a roommate has gotten me back into being interested in singing in a rock band again. It is helping me set new goals for myself.
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At Manchester
College, I found: |
One last chance. A lot of things didn't go right and a lot of dreams didn't come true, but in the end, when one door slams shut, another one opens. In this case, coming here for a great education was the new door that opened and I love it! |
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| Name: |
Jason Spindler |
| Home Town: |
Harlan, IN, USA |
| Major: |
undecided |
| Grad Year: |
2012 |
Why I decided
to attend MC: |
To play basketball and i like the campus |
My favorite things
about Manchester: |
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| I never
expected: |
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At Manchester
College, I found: |
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| Name: |
Jessica Stafford |
| Home Town: |
Poway, California, United States |
| Major: |
Psychology, minor Gerontology |
| Grad Year: |
2013 |
Why I decided
to attend MC: |
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My favorite things
about Manchester: |
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| I never
expected: |
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At Manchester
College, I found: |
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| Name: |
Janet Stann |
| Home Town: |
Bunker Hill, IN |
| Major: |
Social Work |
| Grad Year: |
2014
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Why I decided
to attend MC: |
I decided to come to Manchester College because it was small and seemed like a very friendly environment to be in.
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My favorite things
about Manchester: |
My favorite thing about being a student is all of the opportunities that Manchester offers and the different clubs and activities you can join.
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| I never
expected: |
I never expected to be able to feel like I can actually accomplish one of my many goals in life.
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At Manchester
College, I found: |
I found acceptance. I have never really felt accepted for just being me after everything I have been through in life and here at Manchester I feel like I can be myself.
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| Name: |
Brittany Stevens |
| Home Town: |
South Bend, Indiana |
| Major: |
Elementary Education with Mild Interventions
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| Grad Year: |
2013 |
Why I decided
to attend MC: |
I decided to come to Manchester because of how they treated me. Manchester treated me as an individual, not like a number. Also the small town atmosphere made me feel welcome and at home. |
My favorite things
about Manchester: |
I like that Manchester is very small and that the professors are willing to spend one on one time with you. |
| I never
expected: |
I never expected to learn as much as I have! The classes here really prepare you for the future. |
At Manchester
College, I found: |
motivation. Being here at Manchester has motivated me to become a better person in all aspects of my life. |
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| Name: |
Benjamin Tapper |
| Home Town: |
Hobart, Indiana, United States of America |
| Major: |
Political Science |
| Grad Year: |
2012 |
Why I decided
to attend MC: |
I felt that this is where God wanted me be.
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My favorite things
about Manchester: |
I love the sense of community that you feel on campus. It just feels like home.
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| I never
expected: |
I was a fashion model. Never saw that one coming. |
At Manchester
College, I found: |
At Manchester College, I found family. I have met a great deal of people and formed amazing relationships. I know I have at least a handful of people who always have my back no matter what the situation or circumstance. |
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| Name: |
Chelsea Teddy |
| Home Town: |
Roseburg, OR |
| Major: |
Social Work |
| Grad Year: |
2013 |
Why I decided
to attend MC: |
I wanted to get out, and explore the country. I heard about Manchester through family in Ohio. So I decided to give it a visit. After my visit, I felt it was the place for me. Not only that, but they offered me awesome financial aid. |
My favorite things
about Manchester: |
My favorite thing about being an MC student is I feel comfortable here. I feel comfortable with the student, with the professors, with my classes, and just with the campus in general. It's my home away from home. |
| I never
expected: |
Well, being from the west coast, I have been able to experience a lot of new things in this area. But, I have enjoyed exploring the midwest, visiting Chicago, Detriot, and other cities I have never been to. I also never expected to be genuinely excited to attend classes. But, a lot of my professors structure the courses so that classes are fun, entertaining, and productive, as well. |
At Manchester
College, I found: |
At Manchester College, I found my home away from home. Of course, I miss my family back at home. But, Manchester College has become a new home. I feel safe, comfortable, and capable of starting a new chapter. |
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| Name: |
Clorinda Tharp
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| Home Town: |
Winchester, IN |
| Major: |
Elementary Education |
| Grad Year: |
2013 |
Why I decided
to attend MC: |
I liked the small campus atmosphere and the idea that my professors would know me by my name not as a number. |
My favorite things
about Manchester: |
The professors know my name and are willing to help me whenever I ask.
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| I never
expected: |
I traveled abroad my first year of college! I went to Spain during January term and it was an awesome experience.
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At Manchester
College, I found: |
At Manchester College, I found experience. In this next chapter of my life I am preparing for the "real world" and MC is providing me a path. As an elementary education major, I already have been immersed into the classroom in my first semester. Throughout the next three years, I will gain more teaching experience and be prepared for my future career. |
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