Ancient education, modern opportunities
“My ancient studies major has propelled me into the world of archaeology and material culture. My goal is one day to be a museum curator.”
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“My ancient studies major has propelled me into the world of archaeology and material culture. My goal is one day to be a museum curator.”
Anna Rose Keefe ’13 thinks about her time as a costume shop assistant.
My time here as a Frances Perkins Scholar has affirmed my belief that I am on the right path, and that even when I don't know where it leads, I am equipped to meet any challenge.
“Cultural Anthropology helped me learn to navigate two different cultures and inspired me to pursue a masters degree.”
“The anthropologist knows that every family will make its own meaning and grieve in its own way.”
"Distinguishing between what people say and why, what is really going on, and the significance of the difference between the two is crucial."
MHC was a critical stepping-stone from my academic interests to a career bettering the lives of the poor and marginalized.
Go outside your comfort zone — even rejections can be opportunities in disguise.
“Because of my background in Anthropology, I bring something to the table that someone with a business or statistics degree doesn’t.”
Nicole A. Lefevre Hernández from Mayagüez, Puerto Rico completed her M.A.T. license in Spanish 5 – 12 in 2014.