Found in translation: Gilman scholar tackles the ultimate in study abroad
Tatianna Verswyvel ’22 talks about the opportunity to study in Prague as a recipient of a prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship.
Transylvania equestrian first to jump into new pharmacy partnership with UK
Stevee Candrl ’20, who is on Transylvania’s eventing team, is the first Pioneer to be part of a new 3+4 Pharmacy Program, a partnership with the University of Kentucky.
Transylvania grad gains experience globally to improve life locally
Completing her degree at Johns Hopkins, Lauren Gilbert ’18 is drawn to big projects that can make a significant difference in people’s lives.
Q&A with Transylvania pre-med student Maggie Wright ’22
Maggie Wright ’22 is a pre-med student, Kenan scholar, chemistry major, president of the Student Alumni Association, sorority member, flautist, recipient of a music scholarship, native of Warsaw, Kentucky, and a double legacy student.
Transylvania alum, language teacher, seeks equity for all students
Anna Tussey ’13 is a language teacher at Louisville’s John F. Kennedy Montessori Elementary School, a researcher who has worked with Guatemalan-Maya students, the children of indigenous immigrants, and the new board chair of a nonprofit called the Guatemalan Educational Outreach.
Celebrating Rafinesque on his birthday
The Transylvania University community delights in the tale of Constantine Samuel Rafinesque — the drama, the curse, the crypt. And with his 236th birthday being today, and this year being the bicentenary of his arrival on campus, let’s take the opportunity to reflect on the ardent, multi-dimensional fellow behind the caricature.
Transylvania legacy student looks forward to connecting with alumni during Phonathon
For Heather Chaudoin ’22, the goal of Transylvania’s annual Phonathon is to create scholarship funds for students — and she enjoys talking with alumni.
From Transy to Myanmar: Grad fulfills dream of service in Peace Corps
Graduate Rachel Johnson shares her journey from Transylvania to the Peace Corps.
Transy gives future wildlife conservationist a leg up in summer research project
Junior Caroline Hawk recently discovered how Transylvania has not only prepared her to make contributions in the since lab, but also how her liberal arts background made her comfortable communicating with people of all levels and interests.
Transylvania grad would rather research quantum dots than pretty much anything else
Collan Henderson ’19, who received an American Institute of Chemists Award at Transy, has secured a full ride and stipend to pursue a Ph.D. in chemistry.