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Shannon Seigal ’19 has combined her interests in environmental sustainability and social justice and taken advantage of every opportunity.
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Shannon Seigal ’19
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Shannon Seigal ’19 has combined her interests in environmental sustainability and social justice and taken advantage of every opportunity.
I learned not only about plants, but also about how indigenous communities are impacted by globalism, tourism and other issues.
"When it comes to the industry, you’re never going to be able to do only what you like."
Madeline discusses how she is connecting attending a small liberal arts college to study politics and philosophy with her career ambition of becoming a jouralist.
This internship was my first experience in science research, and it made me want to continue on to a future in research related to renewable energy.
Starting strong with electrical properties research in the Aidala Lab at Mount Holyoke College.
Researching the genetic basis of neuropsychiatric disorders at a UMass Amherst lab and loving every moment.
Forty Mount Holyoke students talked careers in advocacy, policy, politics and more with accomplished alum mentors.
“I would not be where I am without advising and guidance, so finding a mentor/advisor invested in my success was crucial to my journey.”
I learned to ask questions fearlessly and make mistakes. No one knows everything. The only way to learn and move forward is by asking and doing.