Author: Dale Devries
We’re still here: Megan Rupnik ’20
In the fall, Megan Rupnik ’20 of Delavan, Wisconsin, will be attending the University of Nevada, Reno’s Interdisciplinary Social Psychology Ph.D. program. She is a psychology major and graduated after the fall semester. The most important lesson she learned at Ripon College, she says, is “that it is OK to have passions in a wide […]
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Rafael Francisco Salas’ recent work featured in online exhibit
Recent work by Associate Professor of Art Rafael Francisco Salas is being featured in the Week Six installment of “PSG on PAPER,” an online drawing exhibit of Portrait Society Gallery of Milwaukee. “No other artist creates an atmosphere of contemplation as well as Salas,” a gallery spokesman states. “His drawings and paintings embrace deep histories […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Faculty, Fine Arts.
We’re still here: Zelina Zimmerman ’20
After taking a year off to work after graduation, Zelina Zimmerman ’20 of Deerfield, Wisconsin, will apply to nursing programs for the following year. At Ripon, she is majoring in biology with a minor in history. “The most important lesson from Ripon College that I am taking into my future would be not being afraid […]
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We’re still here: Katelyn Spaeth ’20
Katelyn Spaeth ’20 of Kaukauna, Wisconsin, hopes to teach children with disabilities. She has been finishing up her special education certification and student teaching over the past year and is coping with the restrictions of the current COVID-19 pandemic. “Living at home while finishing up my student teaching has been motivating,” she says. “I will […]
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We’re still here: Maya Petersen ’20
Maya Petersen ’20 of Emerald, Wisconsin, plans to take a gap year to gain some work experience before attending either medical school or graduate school for chemistry. She is majoring in chemistry and Spanish. “In my time at Ripon, I learned to never doubt my capabilities,” she says. “At the start of many semesters, I […]
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Ripon College honors staff, faculty achievements
Ripon College’s annual recognition event to honor faculty and staff was held virtually Thursday morning. Recognition was made of faculty and staff for significant years of service, the earning of terminal degrees, retirement and the Presidential Staff Award. Click here to read more about the honorees for the 2019-20 academic year.
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We’re still here: Mariah Stiemsma ’20
After graduation, Mariah Stiemsma ’20 of New Berlin, Wisconsin, plans to continue work on the board of directors of the Saving Sully Dog Rescue and to find employment in the greater Oshkosh area. “Eventually, I hope to apply to a veterinary medicine program as animal care and welfare is a strong passion of mine,” she […]
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We’re still here: Riley Printz ’20
In the fall, Riley Printz ’20 of Rosholt, Wisconsin, will be attending Marquette Law School. At Ripon, he is majoring in history with a minor in politics and government. “The biggest thing I learned while attending Ripon was to continue working in the face of adversity,” he says. “I am coping with being off campus […]
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We’re still here: Kitara Harsh ’20
The COVID-19 pandemic has put some future plans on hold for Ripon College senior Kitara Harsh of Montello, Wisconsin. She says, “I will be entering the workforce or interning, but my job offer and potential internship have been put on an indefinite hold due to COVID-19.” She is majoring in psychology major with minors in […]
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We’re still here: Johanna Wigand ’20
Johanna Wigand ’20 of West Allis, Wisconsin, hopes to work in child welfare in Milwaukee. She is majoring in sociology with a minor in psychology. “I think the biggest thing I learned at Ripon that I will carry with me is how important it is to make connections and network,” she says. “I can confidently […]
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We’re still here: Eric Doll ’20
After graduation, Eric Doll ’20 of West Bend, Wisconsin, will secure summer employment and then student teach in the fall. He is majoring in exercise science-physical education with minors in educational studies, health and adapted physical education. “The most important lesson I learned at Ripon is that you have to put in the work to […]
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We’re still here: Emily Tetzlaff ’20
In the fall, Emily Tetzlaff ’20 of Kaukauna, Wisconsin, will be attending Pacific University to pursue a doctor of optometry degree. At Ripon, she is majoring in chemistry-biology with minors in Spanish and business management. “The greatest skill Ripon College has allowed me to develop is an ability to overcome mental hurdles,” Tetzlaff says. “I […]
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We’re still here: Grace Sullivan ’20
A career in music is being planned by Grace Sullivan ’20 of Oshkosh, Wisconsin. At Ripon, she is majoring in music with a minor in business management. She plans to continue teaching voice, cello and piano from her music studio in Oshkosh. “One of the most important lessons I’ve learned at Ripon College is that […]
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We’re still here: Timbre Shilts ’20
During the off-campus end to the semester, Timbre Shilts ’20 of Kenosha, Wisconsin, is getting practical experience. She is double majoring in early childhood/middle childhood education and psychology. While all public schools have been closed in the state of Wisconsin, “I am currently helping families in Wisconsin by tutoring elementary students virtually, whether it be […]
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We’re still here: Jessica Luhman ’20
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed employment plans for Jessica Luhman ’20 of Barneveld, Wisconsin. “After graduation, I had a full-time job lined up with an art gallery, Levee Contemporary, in Princeton, Wisconsin,” she says. “With our uncertain circumstances recently, I lost the job, but I am hoping to return once this all gets better.” She […]
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We’re still here: Morgan Hoffmann ’20
The most important lesson learned at Ripon College is to not take things for granted. Cherish every moment and every memory made,” says Morgan Hoffmann ’20 of Waupun, Wisconsin. Of the off-campus end to the semester, Hoffmann says, “I am coping well with ending my college career off campus, but I am sad at the […]
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We’re still here: Rachel Myers ’20
In the fall, Rachel Myers ’20 of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, will be student teaching in Kansas City, Missouri. She then will look for employment in music performance and substitute teach in local school districts. She is majoring in music education. “I think the biggest lesson that I learned since attending Ripon is that friendship comes […]
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We’re still here: Gabriella Mraz ’20
After graduation, Gabriella Mraz ’20 of Wind Lake, Wisconsin, will be applying to dental schools. At Ripon, she is majoring in chemistry-biology. “An important lesson that I have learned while at Ripon is to never be afraid to ask for help,” Mraz says. “I’ve been coping with the off-campus end to my college career by […]
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We’re still here: Janet Koehler ’20
Janet Koehler ’20 of Kaukauna, Wisconsin, is planning a future in nursing after graduation this month. She is majoring in chemistry-biology. “After graduation, I plan on spending as much quality time with my daughter, Sophia, as I can,” Koehler says. “I currently work at Mercy Medical Center as a telemetry technician and plan to continue […]
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We’re still here: Junmo Kwon ’20
Junmo Kwon ’20 of Chicago, Illinois, will attend Illinois College of Optometry after he graduates this month. He is majoring in chemistry-biology with a minor in physics. “The most important lessons from Ripon College are being independent and finding a vision for my life,” Kwon says. “It’s not easy dealing with a sudden off-campus end […]
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We’re still here: Haley Stowell ’20
The COVID-19 pandemic and her liberal arts college education have provided important lessons for Haley Stowell ’20 of Eau Claire, Wisconsin. “I think the most important lesson Ripon has taught me is creative problem-solving,” Stowell says. “This year isn’t going the way anyone expected, so I’ve had to do quite a bit of thinking on […]
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