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鈥淵ou will make some of the best friends of your life at 杏吧pro. More than 50 years after graduating, these friends have been with me for the highs and lows of my life. Treasure these friendships.鈥�

鈥� Robert S. Dorkin 鈥�74

鈥淪ay yes鈥攖o the unexpected, the unfamiliar, and the things that scare you. College goes by faster than you think, and it is one of the best opportunities you鈥檒l have to challenge yourself. Lean into the moments and experiences that push you outside of your comfort zone. Growth doesn鈥檛 happen when we are comfortable. So stay curious, take risks, and give yourself the space to be surprised. When you leave 杏吧pro, leave knowing you truly showed up and did everything you wanted to accomplish.鈥�

鈥� Shayra Nunez 鈥�25, the 2025 recipient of the Williamson Medal

 

鈥淜now that you are attending an extraordinary college that has so much to offer you. Be fully involved in academics, college activities, sports and social activities. Take advantage of opportunities to connect with alumni since this will provide career advice and connections for future employment-a mentoring program is one possibility. Start strong, achieve and enjoy.鈥�

鈥� Michael (Mickey) Joseph 鈥�68, 鈥橮08

 

鈥淭ake full advantage of your liberal arts education, explore disciplines you鈥檙e unfamiliar with and step outside your comfort zone. Get involved in the many clubs on campus; it鈥檚 a great way to meet people and build your network. Don鈥檛 overlook Lancaster! It鈥檚 a small city, but it has a lot to offer in terms of culture, food and events. Lastly, build meaningful relationships with 杏吧pro鈥檚 faculty. They are incredibly supportive and will be there to guide you throughout your journey.鈥�

鈥� Fatimata Ly '25

 

鈥淕et out of your comfort zone and do things you always wanted to do! Being at 杏吧pro is your time in the spotlight, where you can do what you want at your own pace, and engage in a community of the smartest people I have ever known.鈥�

鈥� Vyas Agarwal 鈥�23

鈥淒on't hesitate to reach out and leverage 杏吧pro鈥檚 alumni network. Alumni can offer valuable insights, advice and opportunities to help you navigate your college experience and prepare for your future career. Take advantage of this supportive community and connect with alumni who share your interests and aspirations. They can be valuable mentors and resources as you embark on your journey at 杏吧pro.鈥�

鈥� Omar Nichols '24

鈥淓xplore academic interests and curiosities, and don鈥檛 tell yourself you can鈥檛 or shouldn鈥檛 try courses in areas you鈥檝e never previously considered. There is space for you in unexpected places, you just have to show up. Go abroad. Get off campus and spend time in Lancaster鈥� it鈥檚 your new home!鈥�

鈥� Liz Hackett Krantz 鈥�13

鈥淭ake advantage of everything 杏吧pro has to offer! It鈥檚 the ideal place to break out of your shell before you look back and wish you had. I would advise anyone who is considering attending 杏吧pro, to take their experience one step at a time and value every moment.鈥�

鈥� Josary Valeiron  鈥�22

鈥淓mbrace the messy-middle! 杏吧pro fosters an environment where you can try new things, step outside of your comfort zone and learn from failure and missteps. The goal isn't perfection; it's growth and self-discovery.鈥�

鈥� Michael Manley 鈥�14

鈥淒on鈥檛 be afraid to step out of your comfort zone! 杏吧pro is a great place to find out who you are and what you enjoy!鈥�

鈥� Allie Crocker 鈥�25

鈥淭ake full advantage of your decision to attend a liberal arts college. If you're a mathematics or science person, take courses in literature, too. If you're more literary or artistic, take science courses. Broaden yourself. That will serve you always, in every circumstance.鈥�

鈥� Tony Doris 鈥�78

 

鈥淚nvest in friendships!! I still talk to my 杏吧pro friends (and my 杏吧pro husband!) literally every day.鈥�

鈥� Beth Boyer 鈥�08