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F A S T F A C T S Albright College was founded in 1856. Today, we’re

a nationally ranked, four-year liberal arts college.

W h e r e W e A r e

Albright’s 118-acre campus is tucked into a residen-

tial neighborhood of Reading, Pa., a city of 80,000.

n One hour to Philadelphia n Two hours to Baltimore n Three hours to New York City & Washington, d.C.

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Albright students come from all over the world

to share their stories.

n 1,650 students n 28 states and 24 countries represented n 17% students of color n 8% international students

Here, you’ll work personally with amazing professors.

Our classes are small and interactive by design.

You see, our professors want to know more than

just your name. They will meet with you outside

of class to go over assignments or just to be there

to talk about your goals and how you’ll reach them.

They care about you. After all, that’s why they chose

to teach at Albright.

n 13:1 student/faculty ratio n Full-time faculty: 118

(See page 13 & 14 for more information.)

Office of Admission Albright College Thirteenth & Bern Streets PO Box 15234 Reading, PA 19612-5234

Tel: 800-252-1856 Tel: 610-921-7700 Fax: 610-921-7729 email: albright@alb.edu Web: www.albright.edu

In this issue of FACeS, meet eight former students who not only reflect the traditions of

Albright College but also demonstrate that learning (tough) lessons in college classrooms

and/or campus organizations can lead to winning career perspectives in the real world.

“I learned how to learn at Albright,” remarks Rick Herring ’82,

president of Giant Food Stores, LLC, a chain of 184 stores. “I learned

how to work my way through problems and to make the most

of opportunities when they are presented.” (Rick also met his wife,

Patti ’82, at Albright.) See page 5.

Charnita Ziegler-Johnson, Ph.d. ’92 and research assistant pro-

fessor of epidemiology, University of Pennsylvania, not only met

her future husband in an Albright lab, she also formed relationships

with professors that helped her through every step of her career.

“The best friendships that I’ve made in my life were made at

Albright,” says Charnita. See page 4.

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Rick Herring ’82

Charnita Ziegler-Johnson ’92

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“Albright taught me to make every oppor-

tunity a learning experience,” comments

Jessica Snyder ’07, who did just that when

she landed a position with Accenture,

a global management company.

See pages 7-8.

erica Jones ’07 turned an internship in the

fashion industry into a job by the time she

graduated. “Albright College offered many

experiences that allowed me to think on a larger

scale,” says erica, who now works as a market-

ing manager at GK elite Sportswear. See page 9.

“Being active in campus organizations

gave me so many skills,” points out editor

and analyst Hedda Schupak ’84. “That’s

where you really learn about navigating

politics, cooperation and real-life problem

solving—all the things you need to succeed

professionally.” See page 6.

“I was transformed by Albright in so many

ways,” says the assistant principal of Wilson

High School, Patrick Sasse ’02. “I learned

something new in each one of my classes.

I still keep my notebooks by my desk.”

See page 3.

“I would not be where I am today had it not

been for Albright,” says Brian Schwab ’02,

who now owns his own dental practice and

fondly remembers the professor who con-

vinced him that it was important to try new

things and even make mistakes. See pages 11-12.

“I loved Albright from my first visit,” says

Rachel Williams ’04, a judge advocate for

the United States Army, who previously

worked at the International Criminal Tribunal

for the Former Yugoslavia in The Hague,

the Netherlands. “I knew it would be a big

investment in my future.” See page 10.

Brian Schwab ’02

Patrick Sasse ’02

Rachel Williams ’04

— Brian Schwab ’02

Hedda Schupak ’84

Jessica Snyder ’07

Three times a year, we offer you a view of life at Albright in FACeS. In each issue you’ll get stories, advice and insider information firsthand from the real experts—the people at Albright. See our complete library of FACeS as well as access all links in this edition: www.albright.edu/faces15

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I would not be

Albright.had it not been for

where I am today

erica Jones ’07

P A T R I C K S A S S EP A T R I C K S A S S E

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I still refer to my Albright notebooks.

Patrick, ’01 Homecoming King, passes on the mantle to his successor.

Class: 2002 Majors: english, Secondary education

Profession: Asst Principal, Wilson High School, West Lawn, PA

huge Chaucer fan, Patrick Sasse is now the resident middle english

expert in the high school where he serves as assistant principal.

But the former college lacrosse player started out as a math major.

“education was always what I wanted to do,” explained Patrick, a Phila-

delphia native whose high school teachers and coaches inspired him to

pursue teaching as a career. “my math teacher (and football coach) was

really influential and I remember saying to my parents, ‘I want to do that.’”

But as a freshman at Albright, Patrick soon realized that he was better

with letters than numbers. “I struggled with classes like Calculus during

my first semester. my advisor bent over backwards to help me and

I was still having trouble. Then I remembered how much I loved writing.

I switched to an english concentration by my second year.”

With this new focus, Patrick directed his energy toward becoming an

educator. He especially appreciated the Albright professors who knew

how to connect with students during class. during one particularly

memorable lesson, Patrick was videotaped while he was teaching a class.

“That was an amazingly effective tool. I learned immediately,” says Patrick.

In another class, he was put through

a mock interview by a professor who

brought his experience as a school

superintendent to the class. Patrick laughs when he reflects that

he now conducts those same types of interviews at Wilson High School,

and now knows exactly what to look for in candidates.

As assistant principal at Wilson High School, during long hours he de-

scribes as “hectic but fun,” every day is different. But Patrick still refers to

the notes he took at Albright, which he keeps right next to his office desk.

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Patrick and his proud pop, graduation 2002.

PATrICK’S FAVorITe CLASS: “Chaucer” with michael Adams, Ph.d.

ALBrIGhT ACTIVITIeS: Sigma Alpha epsilon, men’s Lacrosse, Student Government, Tutor, Student Ambassador

PATrICK’S ADVICe For STuDenTS on InTerVIeWInG: “Learn to communicate.”

CATCh The LATeST SCoreS oF PAT’S FAVorITe TeAM: www.albright.edu/football

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Education was always what I wanted to do.

Class: 1992 Profession: Research Asst. Professor of epidemiology, Univ. of Pennsylvania

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Find out about Adam’s activities on and off the field... www.albright.edu/adamgalczynski

Charnita with fellow members of the African-American Society, a service organization devoted to fellowship and fostering a greater understanding of African-American culture. Charnita served as the group’s president, circa 1990-1991.

he relationships Charnita Zeigler-Johnson formed in college only became stronger over time. Since graduating 20 years ago, Charnita remains close with two of her psychology professors. When Charnita married Robert Johnson, an Albright alumnus, they even attended her wedding!

One of those psychology professors, Brenda Ingram-Wallace, Ph.d., served as a mentor throughout Charnita’s master’s and doctoral educations. “She encouraged me every step of the way and never lost contact with me. I love that about Albright professors. I haven’t found that kind of mentorship anywhere else,” Charnita reflects.

When she visited, the pre-med student knew she had found a second home at Albright. She loved that the small liberal arts college was close to her Philadelphia home. She was also drawn to Albright because it offered a major in psychobiology, an area of study not offered at many colleges at the time. While studying at Albright, Charnita focused her scholarship on conducting research on the effects of zinc deficiency on rats and conducting a class project using audiogenic mice. during the process, Charnita found out exactly what she wanted to do in the future— design more research projects.

“Albright gave me a foundation in research that has carried me through each chapter of my research career,” says Charnita. “It was because of my experiences at Albright that I decided I preferred to design and conduct research projects rather than go to medical school.”

Today, Charnita serves as a research assistant professor of epidemiology at the University of Pennsylvania, where she has conducted groundbreaking research studying the high prostate cancer rates in African-American men, and travelled internationally to educate and promote awareness about prostate cancer. About her outlook for the future of prostate cancer research, Charnita says, “I hope that we can make a difference globally as we also try to decrease racial and socioeconomic disparities here in the U.S.”

C H A R N I T A Z E I G L E R - J O H N S O NC H A R N I T A Z E I G L E R - J O H N S O N

ChArnITA’S FAVorITe CLASSeS AT ALBrIGhT: Psychology, Psychobiology, Circadian Rhythms, Sociology, and music.

AFTer ALBrIGhT: mPH (master of Public Health) and Ph.d., epidemiology, University of Pittsburgh, 1998

InTerConTInenTAL CAnCer reSeArCher: Read about Charnita’s trailblazing transatlantic prostate cancer research in the magazine of Albright College, The Reporter: www.albright.edu/cancerresearch

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I couldn’t imagine myself going to school anywhere else.

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hen Rick Herring first came to Albright, college wasn’t exactly

on his mind. He was 10 years old, visiting his older brother in

“The Court,” a residence hall, where he remembers liking his brother’s

friends. The impression stuck. Less than a decade later, he would be back

at Albright, this time enrolled as a student.

“I was interested in a small college where I could get to know many of my

classmates,” Rick reflects. “I also wanted a good education. Based on my

brother’s experience, Albright made sense.”

Always good at math, Rick enrolled as an accounting major and found many

supportive faculty at Albright. “my professors were interesting and fun.

They let you make mistakes but then steered you in the right direction.

They really pushed us to do well,” says Rick. “I also feel that the wide range

of classes in the liberal arts education helped me prepare for a wide variety

of situations I experienced

throughout my career.”

In december of his senior year,

Rick interviewed, received and

accepted an offer from a Big

eight accounting firm, where

he gained vital experience.

Today, he serves as president of Giant Food Stores, the company where

he has worked for the last 20 years.

And Rick is still putting to use the lessons in self-sufficiency, leadership

and compassion he learned at Albright. In fact, his favorite part of the

job is helping Giant organize charity programs and initiatives. In 2010,

Rick helped Giant coordinate $19 million in donations. “Learn to build

relationships. Be a good listener and get along with all types of people,”

is the advice the successful businessman offers to students.

Rick’s favorite memory? “I have to say meeting my wife Patti (class of

1983) is my favorite memory… along with all the things we did together

with our Albright friends.”

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rICK’S ADVICe For STuDenTS: “College is more fun when you get good grades. Get the grades first and then you will have the fun.”

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I did not realize how much I would grow during my four years at Albright.

Rick Herring in Albright’s yearbook, The Cue: 1982.

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Rick and friends pile on in the Student

Activities Center, 1982.

Class: 1982 Profession: President, Giant Food Stores

Major: Accounting Graduate and/or Professional Degree: m.B.A., finance; C.P.A.

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edda Schupak didn’t apply to Albright College when she was

in high school. Instead, she found out about Albright after she

enrolled at a different college.

“I was afraid it was too late,” says Hedda, “but I realized during my

freshman year that the college I had chosen didn’t feel right to me.” That

summer, when an acquaintance suggested she look into Albright College

and her father enthusiastically agreed, Hedda applied. “I transferred in

the 11th hour right before my sophomore year,” recalls Hedda. “It wasn’t

the usual way people choose a college, but I’m so glad I did.”

Once at Albright, Hedda fit right in. “From the very first day, I fell in

love with the school!” says Hedda. “It was an absolute perfect fit for

me.” Not only were the classes small, which made it easy to interact with

professors, but the environment also pushed her to think creatively and

critically. Through her involvement in many campus organizations and

activities, she soon discovered the importance of cooperation and real-

life problem-solving.

At Albright, Hedda also gained important real-life experience. For

instance, when she interned for the Jewish Exponent in Philadelphia, an

internship she found through Albright, she learned about working in a

real newsroom in a real office. She wrote wedding notices during her final

semester there. “It was what helped me get my first job after graduation,”

says the writer, editor and analyst who went on to run a big trade

magazine in the fine jewelry industry. Hedda won a number of industry

and journalism awards, and even was named one of Pennsylvania’s Top

50 Women in Business in 2003!

most importantly, at Albright Hedda learned how to be flexible and

adapt well to change. When she left her job as editor-in-chief at Jewelers’

Circular-Keystone, she bounced right back, and is now the editor at an

online newsletter targeting the luxury end of the jewelry industry.

“You have to be willing to roll with changes,” reflects Hedda. “Change

happens whether you like it or not, and you have to be ready to not just

adapt but make the new situation work to your advantage.”

H E D D A S C H U P A KH E D D A S C H U P A K

ALBrIGhT ACTIVITIeS: Pi Alpha Tau sorority, The Albrightian, The AgonheDDA’S FAVorITe CLASSeS: “History” by William Willits Hummel, Ph.d., and “Shakespeare” by Benjamin earl Brown, Ph.d.WISDoM: “What a difference it makes when you like where you are!”

Class: 1984 Major: english and Communication Arts Profession: editor and Analyst at online newsletter The Centurion

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First and foremost, if you have a negative or pessimistic outlook on life, lose it. Become a positive person.

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Hedda, circa 1982, along with fellow staff members of The Agon, Albright’s literary and arts magazine.

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Albright taught me to make every opportunity a learning experience.

J E S S I C A S . R I C H A R D S O NJ E S S I C A S . R I C H A R D S O N

ADVICe For STuDenTS: “You can choose your classes and can even develop your own

interdisciplinary major. Few schools allow this much flexibility, and it enables you to be in

control of your own education, which will make you more engaged and invested.”

ven before she started high school, Jessica S. Richardson was

planning for college. But as the time neared she became indecisive.

Her guidance counselor, an Albright alumnus, recommended the small

liberal arts college, and after just one visit Jessica knew Albright was the

place for her.

“Right away I noticed that Albright was not just another

pretty campus. The campus has a certain kind of collegial

charm that opens its arms and embraces you. I quickly

learned that the people do, too,” Jessica says.

At Albright, Richardson exercised her ambition by designing

her own academic programs and studying abroad in three

different locations (including Spain and the dominican

Republic). “The list of truly interactive learning experiences

at Albright is so extensive, and I think this is a tribute to

the amazing professors and their dedication to teaching in

the most appropriate environment possible,” says Jessica.

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Class: 2007 Majors: Business Administration (with a concentration in marketing) and Spanish

Favorite Classes: Theater, sociology, British literature, women of the Bible, and 20th century history Profession: Consultant, Accenture

With her adviser’s help, Jessica was able to study abroad and graduate in

time with a double major: “This can be an overwhelming process, but

Albright’s advisers ensure that each student stays on track,” she says.

From her experiences at Albright, Jessica has learned to be flexible,

to troubleshoot problems with an open mind and to think

critically, qualities that have translated well in her role

as a consultant for Accenture, the global management

consulting, technology services and outsourcing company.

On any given monday, Jessica might fly to Chicago or London

to work with clients on managing the implementation of

transformational business process and technology solutions.

“The well-rounded experiences I received in my classes

and in my other activities give me an advantage over peers

who do not have such an interactive and engaged college

experience,” concludes Jessica.

Jessica’s Albright experiences have given her an edge in analyzing issues and facing challenges.“I am not afraid to try new things,” she says.

Jessica in the domino Players’ production of Into the Woods.

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Jessica and friends get down-and-dirty in the time-honored Albright traditional game of Oozeball.

Taking a moment to reflect in one of Albright’s famous red chairs, Jessica prepares for the next step in her journey to success.

Jessica enjoys a little R&R during January Interim Term in Hawaii, where she studied humpback whales.

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I would do it all over again if I could.

erica strikes a pose with her favorite “dress form” (a fashion designer’s

most essential tool).

Class: 2007 Major: Fashion designFavorite Class: Critical Thinking

Profession: marketing manager of Cheerleading, GK-elite Sportswear

rica Jones went from hoping to learn about the fashion industry during her freshman year to landing a job at the world’s leading manufacturer of gymnastics apparel—straight out of college.

erica credits her success to the rigorous education and generous faculty at Albright—in particular, her fashion advisor, Lorraine mellor, who shared her expertise and helped erica grow with a healthy dose of “tough love.” As their mentoring relationship grew, erica learned how to take criticism and never lose sight of her goals. “I appreciated her criticism, because I knew she respected and believed in me,” remembers erica. “And I learned that you can evolve and achieve your dreams if you have a passion.”

erica put this attitude to the test at her internship with GK elite Sports-wear, L.P., the world’s leading supplier of gymnastics apparel (just across the street from Albright). Her efficiency and accuracy caught the attention of supervisors. The ambitious fashion major made it clear to the company that she wanted to continue with them after her formal internship ended. She asked to be included in design meetings, and was given opportunities to sketch designs for gymnastics leotards and develop samples.

But when she was told there weren’t any full-time positions available, she didn’t back down. Instead, she asked for a part-time job and got it. From there, she worked her way into a full-time role. It was only a matter of time before she was promoted to her current position, marketing manager of cheerleading, a demanding role in which she attends meetings and fittings, modifies the elite Sportswear’s next catalog and dreams up their marketing materials of the future.

“Albright College offered many experiences that allowed me to think on a larger scale,” reflects erica. “I gained confidence over the years that helped me to envision my goals and go for them.”

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erica looking fearless and fashionable.

erICA’S ADVICe For STuDenTS: “Try to learn as much as you can,

not just in each lecture, but also with every experience that you encounter.

Keep an open mind and challenge yourself to grow, continually.”

See WhAT’S noW In FAShIon AT ALBrIGhT:

www.albright.edu/fashion

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Explore all of your options for college. Don’t let fear hold you back.

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Class: 2003 Major: Political ScienceFavorite Class: Critical Thinking

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Find out about Adam’s activities on and off the field... www.albright.edu/adamgalczynski

Rachel and members of her Squad in Army Service Uniform at their Blues Reception.

Rachel at the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Netherlands.

s a freshman at Albright College, Rachel Williams knew exactly what she wanted to study. But the driven young student (now a judge advocate for the United States Army) wasn’t sure how she would apply her interest in politics and international relations to developing an actual career in the field.

“my professors at Albright opened my eyes to the world around me,” says Rachel. “Through my coursework, discussions with my professors, and internship abroad, I was able to hone in on realistic career opportunities that interested me.”

With encouragement from her Albright professors, Rachel also began to network and form crucial connections. She was nominated to attend two important conferences: “The Future of europe” at the United States Air Force Academy Assembly. Another contact nominated her to attend the “Student Conference on United States Affairs” at West Point.

“Through both conferences, I was able to meet students from all over the world, and the speakers were among some of the most respected minds in the field and included representatives from the government, military, think tanks, NGOs and nonprofits,” remembers Rachel. “I am incredibly privileged to have had the opportunity to attend both conferences, as the lessons, connections and friendships I forged from them have been invaluable throughout my career.”

during her junior year, Rachel interned at the United Nations Institute for disarmament Research (UNIdIR) in Geneva, Switzerland, where she prepared annotated bibliographies for publication, researching trends within the fields of nuclear terrorism and space-based weapons.

“Interning at UNIdIR was my first opportunity to gain international experience,” says Rachel. “It helped me gain admission into a law school known for international law as well as to secure my first international legal internship at the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia in The Hague, the Netherlands.”

Today, Rachel serves as a judge advocate, and after a basic course in Charlottesville, Va., she will be stationed in Fort Hood, Texas, with the storied 1st Cavalry division. “I have not yet settled into my unit, but I am definitely proud to put on the uniform of the United States Army every morning and know that I represent a cause greater than myself,” smiles Rachel.

R A C H E L W I L L I A M SR A C H E L W I L L I A M S

InTernATIonAL JuSTICe: Read about Rachel’s work on the world stage arguing before the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia: www.albright.edu/internationaljustice

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Graduate Degrees: J.d., Certificate in International and Comparative LawProfession: Judge Advocate, US Army

Tribunal building, The Hague

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I truly believe that I would not be where I am today, had it not been for Albright.

D R . B R I A N S C H W A BD r . B r i a n S c H W A B

ADVICe For STuDenTS:

“make this world into the place you want it to be.”

ince the eighth grade, when he did a research project comparing

dentistry and medicine, Brian Schwab, d.m.d., knew he wanted

to be a dentist. This aspiration has since flourished into a series of

accomplishments, from graduating summa cum laude from Albright to

receiving his doctor of dental medicine degree from the

University of Pennsylvania to buying out his partner (who

will soon retire) in the dental practice he visited as a child.

Brian chose Albright for its rigorous science programs.

When he started school, he sometimes found the pace

of courses overwhelming, especially as the classic

overachiever who aimed for perfection. “I have a tendency

to be very hard on myself and expect 100 percent all the

time,” Brian reflects.

With the help of a devoted pre-professional adviser,

he learned how to have more realistic expectations for

himself and even to fail sometimes. “She made me realize

that it’s okay to make mistakes, because you are going

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Class: 2002 Majors: Biology Favorite Class: “Latin” by Sarel Fuchs, Ph.d.

Graduate and/or Professional Degrees: doctor of dental medicineProfession: doctor of dental medicine / President of Shuman & Schwab, dmd Family & Cosmetic dentistry, PC

to learn from them. It’s going to make you a better student, a better

person, a better doctor,” Brian says.

When he needed extra guidance, Brian would stop by Jake’s Place, a dining

hall on campus where faculty often held their office hours. Sometimes he

would meet with them to discuss an assignment, and other

times simply to chat. “At Albright, the faculty members are

teachers and mentors in every sense of the word. They like to

see that their students are adjusting well,” Brian says.

Years after graduating, Brian taught as an associate professor

at the University of Pennsylvania, where he helped out with

the interviewing process for prospective students. He was

given a list of schools that historically produced top-notch

students, and Albright was among them.

“When you become an Albrightian, you become part of that

excellence,” says Brian with a smile.

An admitted perfectionist, Brian also learned some surprising lessons from Albright professors who urged him to experiment with imperfection. “I learned that it’s okay to take risks and make mistakes. That’s how you learn,” remembers Brian .

Ten years later, Brian has his doctor of dental medicine degree and is on his way to owning his own practice.

Brian and his wife, Audrey Smeltzer ‘02, feeling fine and dressed to the nines.

It’s 2002, and all of Brian’s hard work has prepared him for even brighter days ahead.

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AccountingAccounting, economics & FinanceAfricana Studies 3 American Civilization AnthropologyArtArt History 3

Arts Administration 3

Asian Studies 3

BiochemistryBio-cultural Anthropology 3

Biologyn Biotechnologyn General Biology

Business Administration n economics n Finance n International Business n management n marketingChemistry n environmental Chemistry n General ChemistryChild & Family Studies Communications n Journalism n Public Relations & AdvertisingClassical Studies 3

Computer Science n General Computer Science n Information SystemsCrime & JusticeCriminology digital media 1

economicseducation 1

n Art n early: Pre K-4 n middle: 4-8 n Foreign Languages n Secondary n Special

englishenvironmental Scienceenvironmental Studieseuropean Studies 3

evolutionary Studies 3

Family Studies Fashion n Fashion design n Fashion merchandising n Costume designFilm/Video 3 FrenchHistoryHolocaust Studies 3 International Relations 1

1 Combinable major, which must be combined with another major 2 Pre-professional program 3 Special program/minor

We oFFer More ThAn 60 ACADeMIC MAJorS AnD ProGrAMS.

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Dan Martin ’09Major: BiologyProfession: Zookeeper, dallas Zoo, exotic Birds (dan has also worked with Inter-national Animal Sanctuary, where he helped take care of thirteen species of exotic cats, including lions, cheetahs, tigers and leopards, as well as grizzly and black bears!)

Dan on hard Work: “Albright pushed me to achieve the best in every-thing I do. I learned to never settle and to always push myself. The long nights spent in the library studying and searching for internships in my limited free time allowed me to create a path for myself.”

Andre Forbes ’10

Major: music Business and TheatreProfession: Owner, Ifodige Productions, Inc., an entertainment consulting business; Account exec, Peachtree Settlement Funding

Andre on experience: “At Albright, I learned the amazing ability to multi-task! And the

strong music business department bestowed upon me the know-ledge I needed to land an internship in L.A. and start a recording label, which has grown into an entertainment consulting company.”

Brittany McLaughlin ’10 Major: Child and Family StudiesProfession: Adoption Social Worker, Presbyterian Children’s Village in Philadelphia; working on a master’s in social work at Widener University.

Brittany on Preparation: “every class I took at Albright taught me skills that I am able to

use both in work and in school. I would say Albright helped me the most in regards to my academics because I felt one hundred percent prepared to enter master’s level courses.”

dan martin ’09 Andre Forbes ’10

Brittany mcLaughlin ’10

W h A T A D I F F e r e n C e A C o L L e G e M A K e SOne thing holds true for every one of these recent Albright graduates: Just as much as they remember and apply the lessons they learned in class

or laugh when they think of all the good times they had with college friends, they appreciate the different way of thinking that helped them push

themselves forward and reach their goals.

From the biology major who works as a zookeeper at the dallas Zoo (with

exotic African birds!) to the Philadelphia-based social worker who places

adopted children into loving homes, all of these Albright graduates agree

on one thing...

“Without Albright, I wouldn’t be where I am today...”

englishenvironmental Scienceenvironmental Studieseuropean Studies 3

evolutionary Studies 3

Family Studies Fashion n Fashion design n Fashion merchandising n Costume designFilm/Video 3 FrenchHistoryHolocaust Studies 3 International Relations 1

Latin American and Caribbean StudiesLegal Studies 3

marine & Aquatic Science 3

mathematics music 3

Optics 1

PhilosophyPhotography 3

PhysicsPolitical SciencePre-dentistry 2

Pre-Law 2

Pre-medicine 2

Pre-Veterinary medicine 2

Psychobiology Psychology Public Administration & Policy Analysis 3

Religious Studies SociologySpanishTheatreWomen’s and Gender Studies 1

CooPerAtIve ProgrAms WItH DuKe uNIversItY n Forestry n environmental Science

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FInAnCIAL AIDNamed to Barron’s Best Buys in College Education, Albright College seeks to make the cost of a private education affordable through generous need-based financial aid awards and numerous merit-based scholarships and awards. For further information, please refer to our web site: www.albright.edu/financialaid

There, you will also find a link to a handy calculator that you can use now to estimate the cost of an Albright education. A little pre-planning always helps! https://albright.studentaidestimator.com

Sean Crossley ’11Major: Accounting, economics and FinanceProfession: Accounting Analyst, SeI InvestmentsBTW: Sean landed his job after he impressed the mother of a prospective student during one of his Albright tours!

Sean on opportunity: “Albright has encouraged and continues to encourage me to always learn, develop, uncover and overcome challenges and obstacles. Albright has given me the opportunities and confidence to become a well-rounded graduate.”

Alice Santana ’10Major: music Business and Business Admin-istration (track in international business)Profession: School Administrator, Artists and musicians of Latin America (AmLA)

Alice on Passion: “Albright taught me to be willing to take risks. during my junior year,

Albright allowed me to start the first ever Albright record label, LION Records. It was at Albright that I became engulfed in the artist development process and realized it was a passion for me.”

Sean Crossley ’11

Alice Santana ’10

Learn more about these young alumni and former FACeS from past issues: www.albright.edu/faces15

Get to Know the Faces of Albright... www.albright.edu/faces

At Albright, it’s all about our people. We’re on a mission to find students

who think for themselves, test the waters, work hard and explore the

world around them.

But don’t take our word for it. See what some of our students have

to say. In each edition of FACES, you’ll find real stories of real

Albright people with some very real dreams.

Go to www.albright.edu/faces to find out more about the Faces of

Albright. You can read personal perspectives of each of the students

profiled in FACES – and even join our online social network.

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