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Senior Tributes: From the Writing Center With Love

5/18/2018

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The Episcopal Writing Center is a special place where fellows form lifelong bonds. In keeping with tradition, this year's underclassmen wrote Senior Tributes highlighting the graduating fellows and the impact they've had on the program.

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Louise Andreeff
Georgetown University
Major:
International Political Economy and Business
​You could always find Senior Writing Fellow Louise Andreeff hard at work at the sun-lit table beside the window in the Writing Center.  Her positive energy was ever present, as well. Louise made the choice to become a part of our community after attending her first appointment, as she realized just how helpful the Writing Center is to students. Louise wanted to be a resource for others, which is just one example among many of what makes Louise such an inspiration. Being a part of our community, as said by Louise, has helped her learn that “age doesn’t matter,” that anybody can benefit from learning from others, regardless of his or her grade, which is an important lesson for us all. Louise says, “The Writing Center is the only service you can get on campus in which the helper gets as much out of the experience as the other person.” Needless to say, Louise has helped the Writing Center grow in innumerable ways. Whether she was leading a Spooky Waffle Workshop or helping students tying their papers’ content back to their main claims, Louise was always making a positive contribution to our school community at large. As for current and future Writing Fellows, Louise says to always try to form a relationship with the student you are tutoring. “Try to say hi if you see them around,” she says because it’s always nice to know someone new on campus. While Louise is leaving our community next year, her lasting impact on our Writing Center will always remain.
​-- By Olivia Grice

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Elliott Kellam
Duke University
Major:
Psychology with a focus on Innovation and Entrepreneurship
​Elliott Kellam has contributed to numerous Episcopal groups and teams, an important one being the Writing Center. I was able to experience his exceptional skills prior to knowing him as a Writing Fellow. I met Elliott on the swim team during my freshman year. As a freshman, I was intimidated to be on a team on which I frequently practiced with upperclassmen. Fortunately, Elliott warmly welcomed me. He helped introduce me to my teammates and taught me about how the Episcopal swim team worked. I quickly adapted to the atmosphere of the swim team and felt completely comfortable in no time. As a junior, and especially as a senior, Elliott was an obvious leader of the swim team. He was able to keep everyone accountable of their work and made sure that everyone was having fun no matter how hard the practice. The physical and mental challenges of the sport just made us closer. My experiences on the swim team with Elliott may seem irrelevant in a piece about the Writing Center, but I find the experiences similar. Elliott also acted as a leader in the Writing Center. He introduced me to how the Writing Center worked and answered any questions I had about how I should interact with students that I tutored. I am confident that he has been successful in making the students that he tutored fully comfortable, just as he made me feel as a freshman.  In a recent conversation, he gave me advice that I will use in my fast approaching years as an upperclassman. He told me that the main purpose of being a Writing Fellow is to give back to Episcopal. Episcopal has given me the gift of skills and knowledge of writing. As a writing fellow, I can spread knowledge and teach others lifelong skills. Elliott also advised me to be a strong leader for all. I have learned from him that a good leader will be stern, but will also be kind and spread positiveness. He told me of the importance of speaking the truth, and being okay with not knowing the answer. I will not only apply these skills in the Writing Center but in my life. When I become an upperclassman, I will remember the kindness that Elliott showed me, and spread that kindness to the future underclassmen who look up to me.
​-- By Sara Be​

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Rachel Posner
Princeton University
Major: 
Undecided
Rachel Posner
: one of the sweetest, most down-to-earth gals I know. Whether she is helping her friends with papers, visiting the Writing Center, or organizing waffle workshops, Rachel can be described as a “ray of sunshine.” She began her journey as a Writing Fellow during her sophomore year. She distinctly remembers her first session. She was paired with a senior, adding to her nervousness, but through this, she was able to grow more confidence in herself as a tutor and a writer. Besides her growth in confidence, Rachel also stated that through working in the Writing Center, she has been able to expand her writing skills through collaboration with others. She enjoys seeing the different writing styles she comes across, as well as the new faces she meets while tutoring. Another aspect of the Writing Center that Rachel has always loved is the community and the general space that she has utilized not only for its productive atmosphere but also as a place where she can interact with new people within the writing community. As for her specialties as a writing tutor, because Rachel excels in skills such as clarity and writing solid introductions/conclusions, her favorite writing to work with is historical essays and literary narratives. She leaves with this advice for potential and current Writing Fellows: “Being a part of the Writing Center is a great opportunity to meet new people you would not otherwise associate with. Do not take yourself too seriously and remember you are a student, too.” With that being said, we will miss Rachel greatly, especially her bright smile and positive energy she exudes through all that she does. We wish you the best of luck as you transition into the next chapter of your life at Princeton University -- we know you will kill it!
-- By Kylie Madere

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Sydney Veazie
Fordham University
Major:
International Political Economy
Never spotted without her sneakers tied particularly tightly or sporting a sweeping smile covered with small brackets from her senior-year braces, Sydney Veazie will be missed by every faculty member and student at Episcopal next year. Any person who has met her even briefly knows that she is someone worth spending a few extra moments with. Being a few minutes late to class is worth it when chatting with Sydney, and you will never leave her feeling unloved. Whether on duty or not, her place is always in the Writing Center. She says “(I) never comprehended the impact such a close-knit community could have on a high school girl, not until just recently.” Her writing stands out, and her voice never goes unnoticed, on or off of the paper. In fact, her presence is a force to be reckoned with… in the best way possible. Whether on the dance floor, backstage, center-stage as Madame Hebert, or sitting in the undisturbed opulence of Episcopal’s Writing Center, Sydney is striking. As she moves on to the next four years, she plans to participate in the Writing Center at Fordham University, where she will major in international political economy studies. Fear not, though, she “will never forget the significance the community of the Writing Center offered her through her high school experience, and [she] cannot express gratification to those who helped her enough.”
​-- By Morgan Patty

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Episcopal’s Inaugural PreK-4 Class Celebrates Graduation

5/10/2018

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From left to right: Louise Andreeff, Caden Dickinson, Graham Frazier, Kelli Hu, Ethan Lawson, Russ St. Romain, John Daniel Davis
Members of the Episcopal Class of 2018 have lovingly referred to the school as a second home, a family and a place they will never forget.  For seven seniors this is especially true as they are members of the school’s inaugural PreK-4 class so many years ago. After years at Episcopal, they are now moving on to their next chapter prepared for new opportunities and new adventures.  Congratulations!
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Members of the PreK-4 Class of 2005 celebrate Senior Day 2018.
​Members of the PreK-4 Class of 2005 who are graduating seniors of the Class of 2018:
Louise Andreeff
John Daniel Davis
Caden Dickinson
Graham Frazier
Kelli Hu
Ethan Lawson
Russ St. Romain

We asked the students to answer two questions about their Episcopal experience. Read below for what they had to say.
  1. How would you sum up your overall Episcopal experience?
  2. How has this community and being a part of it for so long shaped you and prepared you for the future?

1. Beyond learning the color wheel, the difference between their, they’re, and there, how to find the value of x, perfecting my Spanish accent, finding my voice on stage, that my expertise does not flourish on a volleyball team, mastering kinematics equations, learning how to code, the extraordinary uplifting faculty; beyond embracing my God given talents, Episcopal has taught me to believe in myself.

2. The supportive relationships that I have developed at Episcopal have shaped me to become my best true self. Episcopal’s nurturing spirit has prepared me and will propel me to tackle ambitious challenges, and in my heart, I know that no matter how far life takes me, Episcopal will always be my home.
--Louise Andreeff

There isn't much needed to be said about Episcopal, all that can be said can be seen just by spending a day within the community. Episcopal is truly something special and I would not trade my time there for anything else. I have met so many wonderful people and gained friendships I believe will last me a lifetime.
--John Daniel Davis

1. My overall experience has been great at Episcopal. I was able to participate in different academic, athletic, and artistic events in my time here that I have enjoyed. I’ve met some friends here that will be lifelong friends, and I couldn’t imagine myself anywhere else.

2. This community has shaped me into being a better version of myself ever since I got here. Everyone here has pushed me to where I work hard and do the right thing. I am lucky to have gone to this school my entire life because it has prepared me for just about any obstacle in my way.
--Caden Dickinson

1.  My journey through Episcopal has been a little unorthodox. I went here from pre-k to sixth grade, and I came back for my senior year. There is just something so unique about the welcoming Episcopal community, and I could not miss out on the opportunity to be a part of it again for my last year of high school. I am so glad I found my way back home, and I realized that there really is no place like Episcopal.

2.  Episcopal has helped me develop lifelong friendships, while also providing me with an environment that fosters personal growth and learning. The school’s balance of spiritual, social, academic, artistic and athletic life has pushed me to try new things and have new experiences. I come to school every day knowing that I will be challenged to be the best student I can be in and outside of the classroom, which is an amazing feeling to have. Episcopal has also given me opportunities and connections that I would not have had otherwise. I am so grateful for everything that the school has helped me to accomplish, and I would like to thank my friends, teachers, coaches, and everyone at Episcopal who have supported and guided me throughout the years. Even though I am sad that my time here is coming to an end, it gives me a peace of mind knowing that I will always have the Episcopal community to come back to.
​--Kelli Hu

1. My overall Episcopal experience has been fun. I have met a lot of awesome people and made memories that I will never forget.

2. This community has given me a lot of opportunities that I would not have had anywhere else. I have learned a lot from the people I have met during my time here.
--Russ St. Romain

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The 2005 yearbook included a special feature of 2018 senior Caden Dickinson. Here’s a look at how his answers have changed.


2005 answers:

What do you want to be when you grow up?
A policeman, but I don’t know what they do though.

How do you get a girl to like you?
I don’t think about girls, okay.

Who is your favorite actor?
Batman.

What would you buy with $1 million?
A white and brown mouse.
2018 answers:

What do you want to be when you grow up?
A dentist, and I know what they do.

How do you get a girl to like you?
“You dropped something! What? (point to the ground)
​Your standards.


Who is your favorite actor?
Will Ferrell

What would you buy with $1 million?
Definitely a white and brown mouse, then the biggest and most luxurious mouse house I could find.
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Senior Tributes: From the Writing Center With Love

5/9/2018

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The Episcopal Writing Center is a special place. Fellows form lifelong bonds. In keeping with tradition, this year’s underclassmen wrote Senior Tributes highlighting the graduating fellows and the impact they’ve had on the program.  

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Erin Alpandinar
George Washington University
Major: Political Science
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Having dedicated her time and effort to the helping others in the Episcopal Writing Center, Erin Alpandinar is always there to greet students with a smile. Erin was inspired to become a Writing Fellow during sophomore year because she enjoys helping others become more confident in their writing skills. Erin’s motivations as a Writing Fellow are very admirable, and any students who have worked with her are surely grateful for her dedication and her goal to help writers gain confidence in writing. Her favorite papers to work on with students are research papers and papers for history classes. In addition to her flexibility to work with different types of papers, Erin’s strengths lie in her ability to organize and help students find a major claim so that they can successfully plant it throughout the paper. Erin’s experience as a Writing Fellow has given her many valuable opportunities, and among these, she has been able to make unexpected friendships and develop skills that she will use in her future. These skills will not only enhance her writing, but also her ability to communicate, reflect, and tutor. During her time as a writing fellow, some of Erin’s best memories come from the retreat days that happen every year in August that combine all the new Writing Fellows and returning ones. At these annual gatherings, she has been able to hang out with the other returning Writing Fellows, and also make connections with the new Fellows. When asked what advice she would give to new writing fellows or students who are thinking about applying to the Writing Center, she said: “Don’t be intimidated if you are tutoring someone older than you, and utilize the space because it is cozy and good for studying, even if you are not a Writing Fellow.”
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​Erin, we appreciate your contributions to the Writing Center and all of your devotion and time spent helping students develop lifelong writing skills.
--by Maia Adams

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Charles Barksdale
Texas A&M University
Major:
Mechanical Engineering/MBA

Originally, Charles Barksdale joined the Writing Fellows program in order to emulate the success his sister Mary Beth had in the Writing Center during her high school career. Nonetheless, as Charles discusses in his thesis entitled The Argument for Taking Risks: A New Approach to Adolescent Risk-Taking, practicing taking healthy risks is beneficial to the teen mind, and becoming a fellow certainly is a nerve-racking risk, one that pushes its members’ boundaries socially and academically. However, as time progressed, Charles became comfortable with being a Fellow and excelled in advancing the outreach that the Writing Center has to date.

Unconventional compared to most Fellows, Charles spent most of his writing journey at Episcopal outside of the actual Writing Center, gaining experience in ways outside of formal appointments.  As a member at large of the football team, Charles spread his knowledge of and enthusiasm for writing to fellow team members. Eventually, after becoming a Fellow, Charles was booked consistently throughout the years by freshmen football players who were otherwise hesitant to make appointments in the Writing Center with other students.
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As for future Writing Fellows, Charles recommends that they strive to be comfortable in themselves: it will make both them and the people they tutor feel like they gained viable information from their appointments. Additionally, Fellows should not be afraid to take on a piece of writing that is in a genre they don’t come into contact with frequently. Charles admires the fact that the Writing Center welcomes just about any type of writing.
-- By Mason LaFerney

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Morgan Bernard
Louisiana State University - Honors College
Major:
Biology

Morgan Bernard is exemplary of the Writing Fellow program to everyone around her. Even on her worst day, she could still devote time, care, and attention to every tutoring opportunity, while also maintaining a strong academic work ethic. For several years, students could always find her in the Writing Center, doing homework on the couch, talking to friends, or helping a student. She was good at her work because she believed that writing brought out the best in her and she wanted to share that with other people. Morgan especially liked to revise creative writing projects and argumentative essays. She was always incredibly calm with her clients and made sure they felt in control. Morgan was aware of her responsibilities as a Writing Fellow and made sure that she wasn’t concerned with the final grade that any paper received but rather with the progress the writer showed. The skill that Morgan displayed also benefitted her by making her better able to explain writing concepts and techniques. She was also a very organized fellow. Her most distinct memory, in fact, was a conversation between Alyssa Macaluso, Hallie Sternberg, Mrs. Spaht, and her about which planners are best and why. Morgan’s skill at her work and her enjoyment at its completion strongly reinforced her commitment to the position. Though being a Fellow is a lot of work, Morgan advises people who are familiar with its challenges to try it. She always believes that her job was rewarding and thinks that others will feel the same as long as they take the job seriously.

​Thank you for being a part of the writing community at Episcopal. You made a lasting impact on the quality of writing at our school.
​-- By Thomas Hugenroth

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Elizabeth Kharoba
Louisiana State University

Major: Undecided

Nearing the end of her freshman year, Elizabeth Kharoba pondered whether to become a Writing Fellow. She had always loved to help others improve themselves, and wanted to improve her writing, as well. The decision was an easy one, and she has been a Writing Fellow ever since. She assisted her peers with their writing assignments, and especially loved working with creative writing or literary analyses. She worked best at helping with thought organization and idea development, and ensuring that clients felt welcomed and comfortable. All throughout high school, she developed friendships with her clients and other Writing Fellows, and enhanced her people skills along the way. The Writing Center opened many doors for her, providing a comfortable place, new friends to mingle with, and the ability to learn more about herself. This year, Elizabeth loved tutoring the seventh graders with short stories and getting a chance to see all the potential talent the Upper School can look forward to while preparing these students for high school level writing. She is hopeful that this early introduction to the Writing Center will inspire some of them to seek information about how it works and apply to be Fellows themselves, just as she inspired me. I remember talking to Elizabeth at cheer practice for advice on becoming a Fellow. I was scared that I would not be a good tutor or would not get the position. She told me, “Just do it, I know you can!”, and proceeded to describe all about her experiences and encounters there. She likewise faced a fear of applying, but has since had no regrets of proceeding with the process.

​I am so thankful to you, Elizabeth, for pushing me to believe in myself. Thank you for helping me through it all. Thank you for your varied contributions. Thank you for being a Writing Fellow, for being yourself, and for being my friend.
​-- By Sarah Collier

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College Announcements 5.11.18

5/9/2018

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We are excited to celebrate members of the Class of 2018 as they make their college enrollment decisions. Congratulations!​
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Kade Edenfield
Louisiana State University
Major: Biology
Fun Fact: Kade, a member of the Knights’ football team, chose LSU because of the “Saturday night in Death Valley” experience.  As a senior, Kade earned All State Academic Honors in football and basketball. He was also 1st Team All District in basketball and earned the Episcopal Academic Award for basketball.
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Grant Grantham
Texas Christian University
Major: French
Fun Fact: Grant first began studying the French language in kindergarten.  Since that time, his love of the language and culture has flourished.  Last summer he spent three weeks in France experiencing the culture firsthand. This February he participated in the Episcopal French exchange program. He hopes to pursue a career in international business.
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Chris Hatzis
Mississippi College
Major: Undecided
Fun Fact: Chris chose Mississippi College in hopes of continuing his football career.  During his senior year, Chris was named Episcopal’s Most Valuable Player in football and awarded the Episcopal Captain Award.
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Hunter Heaslip
Southern Methodist University
Major: Nursing
Fun Fact: Hunter realized her junior year that she wanted to pursue a career in nursing in order to help others. She leaves Episcopal as the 2018 Female Athlete of the Year for her performances in track and field and basketball.
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Elizabeth Kharoba
Louisiana State University
Major: Undecided
Fun Fact: Elizabeth has attended Episcopal since the sixth grade.  She was an integral member of the Episcopal varsity cheerleading squad for four years, earning the Knight Award, the Outstanding Leadership Award, Best Flyer, Best Tumbler and Best Team Member awards.  In addition, Elizabeth won a Bronze medal at the 2014 Cheerleading World competition.  With both of her parents having graduated from LSU and growing up a tiger fan, LSU was an obvious choice for Elizabeth. 
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Emily Knight, National Merit Finalist
Fordham University
Major: Journalism
Fun Fact: Emily says being a National Merit Finalist has opened up many doors for her, making the college search significantly easier. With her desire to be a print journalist, she chose Fordham because of the abundant opportunities available in New York.  
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Frank Poché
Louisiana State University
Major: Business
Fun Fact: This Episcopal soccer player chose LSU because of the proximity to home and his desire to remain in Louisiana.  His senior year, Frank was named to the All-Metro team and 1st Team All District in soccer.  He was also named the District Defensive MVP.
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Sydney Veazie
Fordham University

Major: International Political Economy
Fun Fact: Sydney hopes to one day be on Capitol Hill influencing healthcare policy and making a difference by crafting meaningful legislation.
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A Senior's Reflection on the Episcopal Experience by Elliott Kellam

5/8/2018

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In my eyes, and in many other students’, Episcopal has been a home over these past few years. For some, maybe just a mere two years, but for others, it has been an ongoing twelve. Now I reference to our educational institution as a “home” because, in reality, we spend more active, engaged time on the Woodland Ridge campus than at the atypical home where our mail and packages are addressed to. We wake up at the crack of dawn to drive to this home and spend seven tireless hours working, playing, eating, discussing, and innovating. For many students, those seven hours turns to eleven once the time spent running on the field, swimming in the pool, or dancing across the stage is taken into account. At my genuine home, I spend around five to six hours conversing with my family and finishing up homework, which pales in comparison to the lively hours spent at Episcopal.
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This community created through time and collaboration is what truly molds and shapes the student body that thrives in our home. Like many things in life, Episcopal is a home that will give you just as much as you put into it. It has personally bestowed me with the gift to unravel what’s right for me through endless experiential opportunity. Starting in seventh grade, I traveled to Dallas with the middle school band to participate in a nationwide concert. Fast forward to freshman year, I spent two weeks in Madrid, Spain with a student my age to immerse myself in a foreign culture and sharpen my linguistic skills. And just this year, I traveled to Boston with our school’s Mock Trial team to participate in a workshop hosted by Harvard University. And while all these off-campus opportunities were great, I’ve arguably participated in even more meaningful experiences on campus. Over the past two, I’ve participated in the Honors Diploma program at our school to study my passions and develop a college-level thesis around a topic I wished to pursue. And this is just my personal story. Every other student in the Episcopal family has their stories too, each equally important, diverse, and developed.
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Because of this, and on behalf of the graduating senior class, I’d like to think of our experience at Episcopal as one that was both positive, yet transformative. These past years have prepared us for the next stage of our life by teaching us how to work through collaboration. Our educational journey has allowed us to gradually fall off the beaten path and learn what’s genuinely meaningful to us. Maybe that looked like dabbling our toes in theater and realizing it might have not been a good fit for some of us. Or maybe trying out for the track team on a whim and becoming a state champion. Or maybe signing up for a class that changed our future goals and aspirations. Regardless of what the scenario may have been, Episcopal allowed us to experiment with opportunities that one couldn’t imagine.
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And this is why I refer to Episcopal as a home, not a school. Many people fall short to the preconceived notion that a school is where students go to fulfill course requirements, graduate, and escape, almost as if education is supposed to be some “prison-like” agenda schedule. While Episcopal is a home where we complete course requirements, it’s also a home where we get to develop a sense of identity along the way. Rather than trying to shove you down the chapel aisle in a hasty four years, it asks that you stop along the way and question who you are. What do you enjoy? Where do you want to go? Rather than slapping a schedule down on our desks, advisors ask us, “What are you interested in and how are you going to pursue that?” I’d like to think that our curriculum’s mission is to make sure that, when us Seniors walk down that aisle next week, each and every one of us will know who we are a little bit more than when we came in.

So for rising students, take advantage of this home. Take advantage of the endless opportunity that lingers around our school grounds. Reach out to your family members, whether that be a new teacher or a classmate you’ve never talked to, and learn more about them before your time is up. It won’t be long before your time comes when you’re walking down that chapel aisle, and hopefully, just hopefully, you will know yourself a little bit better. With a little more opportunity and with a little more knowledge.

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Elliott Kellam

Elliott Kellam is an Episcopal senior.  He has been a Writing Center Fellow since his sophomore year.  Elliott swims for the school swim team, is an active member of Model United Nations and Mock Trial, and participates in the Honors Diploma Program.  He plans to attend Duke University in the fall to study Psychology with a minor in Entrepreneurship & Innovation.

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Episcopal Senior Athletes Celebrate their Plans to Continue Competing

5/4/2018

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Go Knights!
Episcopal athletes and their supporters gathered around the oak on the deck to celebrate members of the Class of 2018 who plan to continue playing sports at the collegiate level.  Congratulations to the following Knights.
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Caden Dickinson | Rhodes College
Football
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Cam Dumas | Loyola New Orleans
Basketball
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Graham Frazier | University of Chicago
Cross Country/Track
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Christopher Hatzis | Mississippi College
Football and Track
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Kelli Hu | University of Chicago
Tennis
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Kenny Schafer | Oberlin Music Conservatory
Cross Country
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John Hayden Wood | Colgate
Golf
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College Announcements 5.4.18

5/4/2018

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​We are excited to celebrate members of the Episcopal Class of 2018 as they make their college enrollment decisions.
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Terrance Augustus
Louisiana State University

Major: Business/Finance
Fun Fact: Terrance chose LSU because of its proximity to home.  When asked what advice he would offer to juniors who are just beginning to consider their college options he had this to say: “Don’t rush into it.  You have plenty of time to decide.”
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Grant Bergeron
Louisiana State University

Major: Construction Management with a minor in Business
Fun Fact: A sportsman at heart, Grant says he chose LSU because he wanted to stay in Louisiana.  He has attended Episcopal since the ninth grade and says he found the school to be a welcoming environment.
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​Morgan Bernard
Louisiana State University – Honors College
Major: Biology
Fun Fact: In addition to studying biology, Morgan may also minor in French.  She is the current Episcopal French Club president and the Chief Editor of Troubadour.  When asked what advice she has for students entering the college decision process, Morgan had this to say: “Go with what feels right.  Trust your gut instinct.”
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​William Bodron, National Merit Finalist
University of Kentucky – Honors Program
Major: Physics and/or Computer Science
Fun Fact:  William likens a physics problem to a puzzle.  He says he enjoys working out the answer.  He has also enjoyed his time as a programmer for the KnightVision robotics team and hopes to continue robotics in college.  
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Cole Carmouche
Louisiana State University

Major: Undecided
Fun Fact: Cole has attended Episcopal since the sixth grade.  When he thinks of his time on Woodland Ridge, he says he’ll most remember his friends and the great times they had together.  During his senior year, Cole was awarded the Episcopal Coaches Award and the Episcopal Captain Award for football.
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Caroline Crawford
Louisiana State University – Honors College

Major: Economics and Finance
Fun Fact: A born planner, Caroline’s goals include graduate school and becoming a financial advisor.  She advises students just entering the college decision process to make a list of what they want to do and match that to the colleges they are considering.
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Mary Caroline Dansky
Louisiana State University

Major: Interior Design
Fun Fact: With a mother who is an architect and a father who is a contractor, Mary Caroline wanted to work in a similar field, which led her to interior design.  She chose LSU because of the opportunity it affords to live away from home without being too far away from home.  
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Caden Dickinson
Rhodes College

Major: Biology
Fun Fact: Caden says he chose Rhodes College because of the opportunity to play the sports he loves while receiving a fantastic education. He says he’ll always remember the sense of community and family at Episcopal. Caden received the WBRZ Fans Choice Award in football and was an Episcopal Athlete of the Year Nominee his senior year.
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Cameron Dumas
Loyola University – New Orleans

Major: Business with a minor in Marketing
Fun Fact: Cam looks forward to continuing his basketball career at Loyola and says he’s ready to take on the challenge of being a college athlete.  He says he’s grateful for everything the Episcopal coaches and teachers have done for him during his time on campus.  Cam is the first Episcopal athlete to receive All State Honors in both basketball and football.  Cam was named an Episcopal Athlete of the Year Nominee his senior year.
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Noah Dupree
Burk Baker School of Real Estate

Major: Real Estate
Fun Fact: Real estate is a family affair for Noah as his family owns KDK Realty.  Noah hopes to continue that family tradition.  He says his fondest memory of his time at Episcopal will be the state basketball championship run the boys’ team had during his senior year.  Noah was awarded the Episcopal Coaches Award for basketball that same year.
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Evan Fallin
University of Tennessee

Major: Finance
Fun Fact: Evan has always been interested in the world of finance.  He chose Tennessee because of the school’s business school and his love of Knoxville.
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​Rohit Gondi, National Merit Commended Scholar
Louisiana State University – Honors College
Major: Engineering
Fun Fact: Rohit has been an integral member of the KnightVision robotics team throughout his time at Episcopal.
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​William Kennedy
Ohio Wesleyan University
Major: Undecided, but will likely pursue a science-focused degree
Fun Fact: William says working with the Episcopal college counseling team really helped him discover new, post-graduation options.  In fact, he had not even considered Ohio Wesleyan until his counselor recommended the school.  After a visit to the campus, William knew it was the school for him.
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Mallory King
Louisiana State University

Major: Business
Fun Fact:  LSU has always been a part of Mallory’s life and she’s always known it was the school for her.  She says at Episcopal she has made lifelong friends that she will never forget.
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Ethan Lawson
University of Mississippi

Major: Business
Fun Fact: Ole Miss was a fitting choice for Ethan as several family members have also attended the school.  During his senior year, Ethan was a member of the boys’ golf team that won third place overall in the state championship tournament.  That same year, he was awarded the Episcopal Basketball Most Improved Player Award and was a member of the State Runner Up basketball team.
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Preston LeJeune
Louisiana State University

Major: Kinesiology
Fun Fact: Preston chose LSU because he wanted to remain close to home.  After six years at Episcopal he says the friendships he has formed are what he’ll miss the most.
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Chima Mbagwu, National Merit Finalist
Harvard University

Major: Neurobiology
Fun Fact: Chima has had an interest in science since taking chemistry in his sophomore year.  During his time at Episcopal, Chima has been an integral member of the boys’ soccer team.  He was named to the All-Metro Team and 1st Team All District his senior year. In addition, he was an Episcopal Athlete of the Year Nominee.
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Emily Mendoza
Louisiana State University

Major: Interior Design
Fun Fact: LSU was always the top school choice for Emily.  She says she is grateful to her coaches and teachers for everything they have done for her during her time at Episcopal.  During her senior year, Emily was awarded the Episcopal Defensive MVP Award for volleyball and was a member of the 2018 softball team claiming the title of District Champions.  
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​Lenny Nguyen
University of Washington
Major: Business Administration
Fun Fact: Lenny has an entrepreneurial spirit.  He chose University of Washington because he felt that Seattle fit him in many ways. In his time at Episcopal, Lenny has been a member of Mu Alpha Theta and has participated in Literary Rally.
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​Mary Emerson Owen
Birmingham Southern College – Honors Program
Major: Undecided
Fun Fact: Birmingham Southern was actually one of the last colleges Mary Emerson visited when making her enrollment decision.  She says she chose the school after talking to the amazing students and faculty and after learning more about the opportunities the school offers.
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Logan Robertson
Louisiana State University – Honors College

Major: Computer Engineering
Fun Fact: Logan says he chose LSU because he felt at home on the campus.  After playing soccer for the past 13 years, he says his fondest memory of Episcopal will be the 2016 soccer state championships when the team was the State Runner Up.  Logan received All Metro soccer honors his senior year.
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Cali Sabolik
University of South Florida – Honors College

Major: Nursing with a minor in Theater
Fun Fact: Cali realized during her sophomore year of high school that she wanted to be a nurse practitioner.  She eventually chose the University of South Florida because of the healthcare opportunities available in the area.  Cali says Episcopal has meant everything to her during her time on campus.  She says the support she has received has helped her on her path to success.
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​Mason Sheely
Louisiana State University
Major: Marine Biology
Fun Fact: With a love of water and research, Mason has wanted to be a marine biologist for as long as he can remember.  He chose LSU because of the school’s proximity to home.  Mason, an Episcopal tennis player, says the sport is something he may continue in college.
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Lura Stabiler
Louisiana State University

Major: Mass Communication
Fun Fact: Lura chose her field of study because of the versatility it offers in regards to career choices.  Having grown up in Baton Rouge, Lura always wanted to attend LSU.
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Ngan Tran
Boston College

Major: Communications and Marketing
Fun Fact: Boston College was always a school on Ngan’s short list.  In fact, the school was actually the first college to accept her during her application process.  At Episcopal she has been the yearbook editor and a member of select choir and the mock trial team.
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Kaci Wilson
Louisiana State University

Major: Clinical Psychology with minors in Creative Writing and Spanish
Fun Fact: Kaci says she feels like Episcopal has provided her with a great education.  During her time here, Kaci has committed herself to community service.  Her senior year she was awarded the President’s Volunteer Service Award in recognition of her efforts, which traditionally included 100+ hours of service a year.  Kaci hopes to one day serve in the Peace Corps to continue that focus. 
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College Announcements 4.27.18

4/24/2018

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We are excited to celebrate members of the Episcopal Class of 2018 as they make their college enrollment decisions.

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Shannon Ahmad, National Merit Finalist
University of Texas, Austin
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Fun Fact: Shannon chose her major because of the diverse career options that she can eventually pursue with such a degree.  She chose UT because she found the campus to be vibrant and full of life. She looks forward to exploring the new environment and becoming immersed in college life.
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Erin Alpandinar
George Washington University

Major: Political Science
Fun Fact: Politics and law have always been a passion for Erin, making George Washington University a perfect choice for her. While at Episcopal, Erin participated in the Honors Thesis program where she took a closer look at religion as a catalyst for political mobilization.  She even opened LAUNCH Day with a debate-style presentation of her work.
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Louise Andreeff
Georgetown University

Major: International Political Economy and Business
Fun Fact: Louise plans to pursue a career that will allow her to travel and innovate.  Georgetown was the first university she visited when she was 13 years old. Since then, she has visited three times and always felt at home while on campus.  She says she’ll miss Episcopal, her home for the last 14 years, and appreciates everyone who has helped her achieve her goals thus far. 
Hoya Saxa!
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Rogee Clark
Louisiana State University

Major: Architecture
Fun fact: Rogee is excited to have been selected into the highly competitive Art and Design program and looks forward to the hands-on learning environment it provides.  He hopes to someday take over and expand his family’s architecture firm.
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Kelli Hu, National Merit Commended Scholar
University of Chicago

Major: Biological sciences/Pre-Med
Fun Fact: Kelli’s recent experience with a broken ankle has sparked her interest in eventually becoming an orthopedic surgeon.  She chose University of Chicago because she visits the city every year and has grown to love it.
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Elliott Kellam
Duke University

Major: Psychology with a focus on Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Fun Fact: Elliott is enthusiastic about attending Duke.  He chose the university because he liked the campus, the people and the food in the area.  The school also offered the perfect balance of academics and social life.
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Angelina Leo, National Merit Commended Scholar
University of Georgia

Major: Genetics
Fun Fact: When Angelina was considering a university she knew she wanted to stay in the south and wanted to attend a well-respected school that would provide her a balance of opportunities in line with her long-term goals.  She found that in Georgia.  She says the university had a welcoming environment that felt like home.  One of the highlights of Angelina’s Episcopal experience was playing Evangeline in the recent 20th anniversary run of the musical. 
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Rachel Magee
University of Southern Mississippi

Major: Biochemistry/Pre-Dental
Fun fact: Rachel had this advice for classmates as they make their college enrollment decision, “Take your time and apply to all the places you’re thinking about.
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Heeya Munir
Tulane University

Major: Psychology on a Pre-Med track
Fun Fact: Heeya chose Tulane because of the school’s emphasis on service as well as the variety of medical opportunities available in the city.  She hopes to participate in the Creative Premedical Scholars Program beginning in her sophomore year.  
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Sue Munro
University of Texas at San Antonio

Major: Undecided
​Fun fact: When selecting a school Sue said she wanted to be somewhere new and different and that’s just what she found in San Antonio.  Sue has attended Episcopal since kindergarten.  During that time she has played volleyball and the flute.  She also enjoys the performing arts.
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Matthew Ortego
Louisiana State University

Major: Biology
Fun Fact: Matthew hopes to eventually become a dentist.  He chose LSU because he wanted to stay close to home.
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Rachel Posner, National Merit Finalist
Princeton University
Major: Undecided
Fun Fact: Rachel chose Princeton because she truly connected with the people at the school.  She also values the school’s strong Jewish life, which is important to her.  Rachel was recently honored by the River Road Chapter of National Charity League for her commitment to community service.  She plans to continue that service in college and beyond.
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Kenny Schafer, National Merit Finalist
Oberlin Conservatory of Music

Major: Music composition
Fun fact: Kenny began playing the piano at the age of seven, but it wasn’t until the eighth grade that he realized that music was truly his passion. Now he aspires to be a composer. He chose Oberlin because of the connection he felt to those he met during his audition and tour. In addition to studying music composition, Kenny will also compete on the Oberlin cross country team.
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Puru Yan
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Major:
Material Science and Engineering
Fun Fact: In addition to studying engineering, Puru is also interested in computer science. She was recruited by Rensselaer and looks forward to studying at the nation’s oldest technological research university.   
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Skylar Yegge
Louisiana State University

Major: Biochemistry/Pre-Med
Fun Fact: Skylar has attend Episcopal since kindergarten.  During that time she has been a stand out soccer athlete for the girls’ soccer team.  LSU was the right choice for her because she wanted to remain close to home.
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College Announcements 4.20.2018

4/19/2018

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We are excited to celebrate members of the Episcopal Class of 2018 as they make their college enrollment decisions.

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Bailey Bourgeois
Louisiana State University
Major: Pre-Med
Fun fact: Bailey has attended Episcopal since kindergarten and enjoys the sense of community at the school.  She chose LSU to stay close to her family and friends and the community she loves.
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Cliff Daigle
Texas Christian University
​Major:
Engineering/Pre-Med
Fun Fact: Cliff hopes to eventually become a physician. He chose TCU because after touring many schools it was by far his favorite.
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Colton Decell
Louisiana State University
Major: 
Business
Fun Fact: Colton eventually plans to pursue a career in marketing and sales.This fitness-focused senior chose LSU because he is familiar with the campus environment.
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Zac Holloway
Louisiana State University
Major: 
Industrial engineering
Fun Fact: LSU was always the top choice for Zac, who hopes to eventually start his own company. 
His favorite Episcopal memories include capping off his senior basketball season with a win over a nationally ranked team and the opportunity to compete for the state championship title.  
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Kristen LaMotte
Hampton University
Major: Marketing
Fun fact: Kristen chose Hampton University because of it’s small size.  She hopes to be a part of the school’s student recruitment team once she is on campus.
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Bailey McLaughlin
University of Colorado at Boulder
Major: Undecided
Fun fact: Bailey enjoys hiking, camping and kayaking, making Colorado a great choice for him.  
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Henry Stater
University of Michigan
Major: Organic chemistry or organic biology
Fun fact: Henry hopes to be a pharmacologist someday.  He chose the University of Michigan because he loves the state and the school offered the academics and focus on chemistry he desired.
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Scott Wicker
Rhodes College
Major: 
Engineering or Pre-Med
Fun Fact:  Scott, an ESTAAR student, hopes to continue his research endeavors on the college level. He chose Rhodes because of the small school atmosphere.  
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College Announcements 4.13.18

4/13/2018

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We are excited to celebrate members of the Episcopal Class of 2018 as they make their college enrollment decisions!

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Marcus Botos
Baylor University
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Fun Fact: Marcus hopes to eventually go to medical school to become an orthopedist.  He plans to someday do mission work as a physician.
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Griffin Dynes
Louisiana State University
Major: Sociology
Fun Fact: Griffin plans to participate in ROTC in college and eventually join the military.  He hopes to pursue a career in law enforcement or criminal justice.
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Chloe Gardner
Birmingham Southern College
Major: Psychology and Spanish
Fun Fact: Chloe decided on Birmingham Southern because she felt the city was beautiful, the college was perfect and the people were amazing.  
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Anna Garrett
Texas Christian University
Major: Biology
Fun Fact:  Anna eventually hopes to go to medical school.  She chose TCU because she felt it was a smaller school with a larger school feel.
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Isabel Gregoire
Texas Christian University
Major: Undecided
Fun Fact: Isabel has liked the idea of TCU since her sister first visited the university.  
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Elia Harper
Elon University
Major: Psychology and Education with a focus on Spanish
Fun Fact: Elia was one of 25 students chosen for the Elon Teaching Fellows Program. She chose Elon because of the hands-on, research-focused atmosphere that promotes learning.
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MaryBrandon Harrell
Birmingham Southern College
Major: Business and Psychology
Fun Fact: MaryBrandon has been accepted into the BSC Harrison Honors Program. She hopes to one day be a company COO or CEO.
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John Daniel Hebert
Louisiana State University
Major: Engineering
Fun Fact: John Daniel chose LSU because he has friends and family who have attended the university.  He plans to study either environmental or civil engineering.
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Lundyn Herring
Sarah Lawrence College
Major: Sociology and Art History
Fun Fact: Lundyn chose Sarah Lawrence because of its strong liberal arts program.  She plans to participate extensively in the visual arts while in school.  Her artwork is currently part of Episcopal's permanent collection.
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Femke Maassen-Veeters
Tulane University
Major: Neuroscience and Psychology
Fun Fact: Femke hopes to one day be a neurosurgeon.  She has wanted to attend Tulane since she was in eighth grade.
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Jason McCollister
Louisiana State University
Major: Business
Fun Fact: Jason chose LSU because he is familiar with the university. 
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James Poche
Louisiana State University
Major: Biology
Fun Fact: James chose LSU because he grew up in Baton Rouge.  He hopes to one day study dentistry.
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Jackson Sides
Florida State University
Major: Business
Fun Fact: Jackson is the current Episcopal Student Body President.  Florida State was a good fit for him because the school has the academics he desired.
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Lindsey Weinstein
College of Charleston - Honors College
Major: History and Business
Fun Fact: Lindsey says multiple people recommended College of Charleston to her before she had ever visited the school.  Once she toured she agreed that it was right for her.  One of the things she has most enjoyed about Episcopal is the opportunity to learn about history and she hopes to continue learning about the subject in her future studies.
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Marjie Williams
Tulane University
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Fun Fact: Marjie chose Tulane because of the balance the school offers between academics and college life.  
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