Author: Dale Devries


We’re still here: Cassidy Larsen ’20

Cassidy Larsen ’20 of Neenah, Wisconsin, will be student teaching in the fall. She is majoring in English and history with a minor in educational studies. “The most important lesson I have learned is the ability to take teaching and learning anywhere, which will be helpful when teaching,” she says. During the off-campus end to […]

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We’re still here: Ryan Krogsgaard ’20

After graduation in May, Ryan Krogsgaard ’20 of Lewisville, Texas, will be entering the military full time. “I am currently in the process of transferring from the Army National Guard to the active-duty Army,” he says. “Basically I’m going from part-time to full-time service.” He is majoring in politics and government. He says the most […]

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MacKenzie Warner ’21 to participate in NASA research program

MacKenzie Warner ’21 of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, has been selected to participate in the prestigious NASA Student Airborne Research Program (SARP) this summer. The program will allow Warner to work with other undergraduate rising seniors and NASA scientists at the National Suborbital Research Center in California. She is one of only 28 students to be selected […]

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We’re still here: Alaura Lemieux ’20

Alaura Lemieux ’20 of Luck, Wisconsin, plans to take a gap year after graduation in May to work and apply to graduate schools. She plans to go into genetic research. At Ripon, Lemieux is a double major in biology and theatre. “The thing I’m taking from Ripon college is that, while we all leave and […]

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We’re still here: Courtney Hall ’20

Courtney Hall ’20 of West Allis, Wisconsin, is majoring in psychology and theatre. She has been accepted into the clinical mental health master’s program at Marquette University. In the future, she plans to go on for her Ph.D. “The most important lesson Ripon taught me was that even though independence and responsibility is a factor […]

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We’re still here: Tristan Lingle ’20

Tristan Lingle ’20 of Carbondale, Illinois, will start a 12-month position with NCCC FEMA Corps beginning in late July, working directly with FEMA staff on disaster response and recovery efforts. He is a double major in history and politics & government. He says “There’s this idea that by the time you graduate college, you should […]

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Chad Cleveland ’00 helps provide personal protective equipment

When Chad Cleveland ’00 learned there was a shortage of protective masks because of the COVID-19 pandemic, he realized he could use his 3D printers to help alleviate this shortage. Cleveland was a studio art major at Ripon College and now teaches middle and high school art in Fennimore, Wisconsin. The original design he worked […]

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We’re still here: Zaeem Kitsos ’20

Getting a job in a museum is the aim of Zaeem Kitsos ’20 of Inverness, Illinois. He is a double major in history and philosophy. He says the most important lesson he learned at Ripon College is to be adaptable. “Life isn’t easy, it’s not a walk in the park,” he says. “It has its […]

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Tutoring services ongoing through the end of the semester

The Franzen Center is continuing to offer tutoring assistance to students through the rest of the semester. For writing and presentation tutoring, students can submit their papers and videos on the portal under the Franzen Center tab for them to be reviewed by tutors. Tutors will make suggestions on the paper or give feedback in […]

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We’re still here: Zea Woods ’20

After graduation in May, Zea Woods ’20 plans to take specialized classes and work within the medical field to bulk up her transcript, as well as to study for the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) test. She then will apply to master’s programs to physician assistant master’s programs. At Ripon, the Hillsboro, Wisconsin, native is a […]

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We’re still here: Allison Schloer ’20

Allison Schloer ’20 of Park Falls, Wisconsin, plans to look for opportunities in the art world after graduation in May. She also plans to continue working at Edenbrook Oshkosh, a nursing home. She is a studio art major. “I think one thing I have most recently come to terms with at Ripon College is that […]

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We’re still here: Karl Boddy ’20

After graduation in May, Karl Boddy ’20 of Scandinavia, Wisconsin, plans to save up the funds to attend the police academy. He is majoring in sociology with a minor in criminal justice. “The most important lesson that Ripon College has taught me is how big the world is,” Boddy says. “Growing up in a small […]

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We’re still here: Adam Wronski ’20

After graduation in May, Adam Wronski ’20 will be working as an assistant scientist at PPD in Middleton, Wisconsin, a global contract research organization providing integrated drug development, laboratory and lifecycle management services. Eventually, he plans to earn a Ph.D. in ecology. Wronski, of Red Wing Minnosta, is a biology major with a chemistry minor. […]

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We’re still here: Briana Bartz ’20

A wedding is the immediate plan after graduation for Briana Bartz ’20 of Brandon, Wisconsin. She will marry Todd Petersen ’19, “assuming we don’t have to postpone or celebration due to COVID-19,” she says. Bartz is a mathematics major with an educational studies minor. She plans to teach middle or high school mathematics. “The most […]

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We’re still here: Eric Westberg ’20

Eric Westberg ’20 of North Mankato, Minnesota, is considering several options after he graduates in May. He first plans to get a job and more experience then possibly attend graduate school. He is majoring in chemistry. The most important lesson he learned at Ripon College, he says, is that “even the smartest person can’t answer […]

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We’re still here: Lena Levity ’20

While waiting for a ninth-semester student-teaching assignment, Lena Levity ’20 plans to do temporary work. Levity is majoring in studio art with a minor in educational studies. The best lesson Levity learned at Ripon was to “be patient and be kind – everyone is always learning.” While social distancing off campus, “I mostly try to […]

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We’re still here: Jack Nelson ’20

Jack Nelson ’20 of Portage, Wisconsin, determined the direction of his career as a student at Ripon College. After his graduation in May, he hopes to find a job in social media or video production within collegiate athletics or professional sports. He is majoring in communication. “The biggest lesson I’ve learned at Ripon College is […]

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Let’s support Ripon College together on April 29!

Join us April 29 for the annual #OneDayRally of support for Ripon College. While #OneDayRally will look a little bit different this year, the spirit of the day will remain the same. At its core, the day is meant to bring everyone together as a community to celebrate an institution that has shaped the lives […]

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We’re still here: Bennett Groves ’20

Bennett Groves ’20 of Appleton, Wisconsin, is applying for jobs during his extra downtime because of the off-campus end of the semester. “It has been difficult to transition,” he says. “I constantly find myself sitting around my house bored out of my mind wondering what to do. Thankfully, I am in group chats with my […]

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We’re still here: Kailee Betler ’20

Student teaching is in the immediate future for Kailee Betler ’20 of Berlin, Wisconsin. She plans to teach first in the local area, then student teach in New Zealand before looking for a regular position as an elementary school teacher. Betler is a double major in studio art and educational studies early childhood. “The most […]

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