Office of Career Services

Southwestern Success Stories

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    Political science major Chelsea Marshall works as a Program Resources Coordinator at Tarrant Literacy Coalition in Ft. Worth via the AmeriCorps/VISTA program.  The Coalition, founded by the Tarrant County United Way, is dedicated to advancing the ability of adults to read, write, speak compute and solve problems in English.
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    A business and Spanish graduate, Gabe works as a Technical Support Engineer for Lifesize Communications in Austin. Previously Gabe interned as a Marketing Communications Intern at Freescale Semiconductor and a Marketing Intern at Simon Property Group’s Wolf Ranch Town Center.
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    Susannah, a Spanish graduate, works as a full-time volunteer paralegal through the Sisters of the Humility of Mary at the Florida Immigration Advocacy Center, a position she found through the Catholic Network of Volunteer Services’ website.  FIAC is one of the leading non-profit immigration law firms in the region, and Susannah works on the Children’s Project.
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    Amanda, a feminist studies graduate, works at the Brookside Women’s Medical Center in Westlake, TX, as a Patient Advocate.
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    Darlene, an international studies and political science major, will work at Tippit Middle School in Georgetown ISD as an AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteer in Service to America), mentoring and tutoring students.
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    Mandy, a political science major, interned with Eckerd Youth Alternatives in Candor, North Caroline.
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    Communication studies major Vickie Valadez interned wtih the Consumers Union Southwest Office in Austin.
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    A political science major, Jennifer interned with the Office of State Representative Allen Vaught in Austin.
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    Debra, a music education major, interned with the Georgetown High School Music Department in Georgetown, TX.
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    Maddie, a psychology graduate who worked as a Peer Academic Mentor at Southwestern University and interned with Youth Interactive (Active Life) in Austin, works as an Assistant Account Manager at Publicis in Dallas.
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    Melissa, a political science major, interned with Public Citizen - Texas in Austin.
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    Rachel, a psychology major, interned with Hope Alliance in Round Rock, TX, via a Verizon grant.
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    A kinesiology major, Kas interned with Georgetown Physical Therapy in Georgetown, TX.
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    Psychology major Kristen Davenport interned at the Oakridge National Laboratory in Oakridge, TN.
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    Psychology major Megan Eversole interned at Hope Alliance in Round Rock, TX.
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    A communication studies major, Andrea interned at Slappy Knappy Productions in Austin.
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    Kacie, an independent major in child development and family studies, interned in the Southwestern University office of Student Life in Georgetown, TX.
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    Alex interned with the Atherton Group in Georgetown, TX. She is majoring in communication studies.
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    Art major Jessie Cragg interned with Shirley Wiss, a freelance seamstress in Houston.
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    Communication studies and feminist studies double-major Megan Pettit interned with the Austin Film Festival.
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    A communication studies major, Chris interned with David Heavener Entertainment in Georgetown, TX.
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    Robin interned with the Committee on Education and Labor in Washington, D.C., as part of the Washington Semester program. Robin is majoring in political science.
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    A kinesiology major, Ryan interned at Camp Doublecreek in Round Rock, TX.
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    Terly interned wtih Leadership Austin in Austin, TX.  Teryl is a communication studies and feminist studies double major.
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    A communication studies major, Alma interned with mtvU in New York, NY, as part of the GLCA New York Arts Program.
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    Lorena interned with the City of Pasadena Parks and Recreation department in Pasadena, TX.  Lorena is a kinesiology major.
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    Shelly, a communication studies major, interned with the Southwestern University Office of Communications in Georgetown, TX.
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    Accounting major Leslie Crane interned with “Big Four” firm KPMG, LLP, in Houston, TX.
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    Mark works as an accountant with BASF in Freeport, TX.  Previously, he interned with the Lone Star Circle of Care, a non-profit healthcare provider, in Georgetown, TX.  Mark graduated with a degree in business.
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    An environmental studies major, Samuel interned with Selah, Bamberger Ranch Preserve in Johnson City, TX.
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    Alyse interned with the Genesis Women’s Shelter in Dallas, TX.  Alyse is a psychology major.
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    Cordelia interned with the Texas House of Representatives in Austin, TX.  She is a Latin American Studies major.
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    A communication studies major, Narisa interned with the Austin Sports Commission in Austin, TX.
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    Katie interned with the United Way, Capital Area, in Austin, TX.  She is a psychology major.
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    Emily, a communication studies major, interned with The CW (More with Mia) in Houston, TX.
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    Paige, a political science and communication studies double major, is pursuing a law degree at Texas Wesleyan University School of Law in Ft. Worth, TX.
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    Taylor serves as the Regional Political Director (San Antonio, Rio Grande Valley and Coastal Bend) for U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX).  Taylor earned his bachelor’s degree in political science and business and gained valuable experience in politics through internships.
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    Ben, a religion major, will spend at least one year as a full-time volunteer caseworker with Samaritan Ministries in Washington, DC, working with homeless and near-homeless individuals.  Afterwards he may renew his position for an additional year or pursue seminary.
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    Holly, who earned her bachelor’s degree in art history, is pursuing a Master of Arts in Art History at Richmond, The American International University, in London, England.  She is the first SU graduate to pursue the intenstive, one-year master’s degree at this institution.
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    Noelle is pursuing her law degree at Texas Weslayan School of Law in Ft. Worth, TX.  She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in English from Southwestern.
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    Leigh, a biology major, is pursuing a Master of Science in Physician Assitant Studies at the University of Texas, Pan American, in Edinburg, TX.
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    Mary, a Child Studies and Language Development graduate, is teaching 5th-7th grade math and science at the International School of Santo Domingo in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
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    Kevin, a Phi Beta Kappa physics and business graduate, is pursuing a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin.
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    Accounting and economics graduate Derek Sample is an Audit Associate at KMPG LLP in Houston, TX.
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    Matt, an anthropology graduate, works as a Resource Development Coordinator for Catholic Charities (Archdiocese Galveston-Houston).
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    Mercedes, an economics graduate, is taking part in the City Hall Fellows program at Houston City Hall. Previously, she interned with Pfizer pharmaceuticals and Share Hope International in Washington, DC.
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    Mathematics and Spanish grad Sheena Gregson is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Austin.
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    An anthropology major, Eva will teach English in Barcelona, Spain.
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    Marisa, a math graduate and former Southwestern golfer, is a loan officer at First State Home Loan in Austin.
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    Erin, a psychology grad, is a teacher at the Primrose School in Bee Cave, TX.
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    Lindsey is an Education/Technical Assistant with AmeriCorps/VISTA at the Texas Conference of Churches.  Lindsey graduated with a theatre degree.
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    Noah, an anthroplogy and English grad, works as a Tutor for AmeriCorps for Community Engagement and Education in Austin.
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    A political science and international studies grad with a minor in Chinese, Amy is an Assistant Language Teacher with the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program in Yokote City, Akita Prefecture, Japan.
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    Allison, a business graduate, is sales director at Milestone Management in Plano, TX.
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    Michael is a surgical technician at the Debakey Heart and Vascular Center at Methodist Hospital in Houston.  He graduated with a degree in business.
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    A business grad, Suresh is now a management trainee at Enterprise Rent-A-Car in Austin, TX, after interning with ERAC and Freescale.
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    Eric is an analyst with Black and Veatch in Houston.  He graduated with an economics degree.
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    Art graduate Casey Grier is now a high school art teacher and assistant soccer coach in Cypress-Fairbanks ISD in Cypress, TX.
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    A business grad, Ryan works as a Tenant Rep Associate at Oxford Commercial in Austin.  Previously, he interned as a Market Analyst for the Endeavor Real Estate Group in Austin.
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    Psychology grad Sarah Fritz works as a Case Manager Assistant at Austin-Travis County Mental Health Mental Retardation Center in Austin. 
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    Landon is a biomedical flight controller at Wyle Laboratories in Houston.  He graduated with a degree in physical science from Southwestern as part of the 3-2 engineering program.
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    Kathy works as a research and development chemist at Lamberti USA in Hungerford, TX.  She graduated with a degree in chemistry from Southwestern.
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    Accounting grad Jesse Robinson is now a staff accountant at PMG Helin Donovan in Austin, where he previously served as an intern.
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    A psychology graduate, Ben works as an emergency medical technician for North Blanco County EMS in Johnson City, TX.
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    Laura, a psychology grad, works as a Juvenile Detention Officer for the Williamson County Juvenile Justice Center in Georgetown, TX.
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    Elizabeth works in transportation at Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL.  A theatre grad, Elizabeth previously completed the Disney internship program, where she worked as an entertainer.
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    Accounting and economics grad Anthony Fehr works as a project specialist at The Linc Group, global provider of technical building services, comprehensive green solutions, and other training and support services, in Houston.
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    Rachel works as an AmeriCorps VISTA at College for All Texans in Austin.  She graduated with a degree in English and served as editor and in numerous other roles for The Megaphone, Southwestern’s student newspaper, while at SU.
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    Jeremy, a theatre grad, works as a scenic designer at Stagedoor Manor in Lock Sheldrake, NY.
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    Alyson will spend a year in Malawi, Africa, as a Women’s Empowerment Project Volunteer with the Marianist Volunteer Program. Alyson graduated with a degree in English.
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    A graduate in chemistry, Phuong is beginning her medical studies toward an MD at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.
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    Rebecca is pursuing her law degree at the University of Texas at Austin after graduating with a degree in English from Southwestern.
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    A religion graduate, Peter is pursuing a Master of Divinity at Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, DC.
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    Liz is pursuing a Master of Arts in Community and Regional Planning at the University of Texas at Austin since graduating with an environmental studies degree from Southwestern.
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    Psychology graduate Jessica Domino is pursuing a PhD in Clinical Psychology at Auburn University in Auburn, AL.
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    Anna is studying Conservation Biology toward a Master’s degree at Texas Christian University in Ft. Worth since graduating from Southwestern with her Bachelor’s in biology.
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    Jennifer, a 2009 biochemistry graduate, is beginning her PhD studies in Chemistry at the University of Arizona in Tucson.
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    Lori is pursuing a Master’s in journalism at New York University in New York, NY.  A former Kemper Scholar, she graduated from Southwestern with a degree in international studies and history.
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    Biology graduate Sarah Ferrero begins her medical studies toward an MD at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, after working in cardiac rehabilitation at St. David’s Georgetown Hospital, completing a medical mission trip to Bolivia and interning at the Williamson County and Cities Health District.
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    A biochemistry graduate, Michael is pursuing a PhD in biomedical science/neuroscience at the Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine.
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    Matt is pursuing a Master of Arts in media and public affairs at George Washington University in Washington, DC, after graduating from Southwestern with a degree in political science.
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    Communication studies graduate Paige Thompson is pursing her law degree at Texas Wesleyan University in Ft. Worth, TX.
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    Courtney, an English graduate, is pursuing a Master of Arts in English at Texas A&M University in College Station, TX.
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    Caitlin, a Phi Beta Kappa Communication Studies graduate from Austin, turned her extensive internship experience into a full-time job position as the Multimedia Coordinator for National Instruments, an Austin tech company.  She completed four marketing internships at NI, plus an additional internship in London during her study abroad experience, and also earned the National Intern of the Year award from the Cooperative Education and Internship Association in 2008.
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    Rachael, a biology graduate, is pursuing her Doctorate of Pharmacy degree at the University of Houston College of Pharmacy.
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    Preston is pursuing a Master of Divinity at the Southern Methodist University Perkins School of Theology in Dallas.  Preston graduated with a Communication Studies major from Southwestern.
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    After earning her degree in English from SU, Meggie is pursuing a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from the Texas Tech University School of Law in Lubbock.
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    Music graduate Natalie Moore is pursuing a Master’s degree in Arts Administration from the Metropolitan College of Boston University in Boston, MA.
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    Delilah, an English major and theatre minor, begins the Master of Fine Arts in Dramaturgy and Dramatic Criticism at the Yale University School of Drama in New Haven, CT, in Fall 2009.
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    Debran, a business major and Spanish minor, will enter Baylor University School of Law in Waco, TX, to pursue her JD beginning Fall 2009.
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    Spanish and French major (and German minor) Erin will continue with her international pursuits through a 2009-2010 Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship in Germany.  Following her fellowship, Erin will enter a graduate program in international affairs.
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    Carolyn, an anthropology and German major, is one of two Class of 2009 graduates who earned a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship to Germany for 2009-2010. 
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    A psychology major, Melanie enters the Master of Social Work program at The University of Texas at Austin in Fall 2009.
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    Sacred Music major Philip Smith begins his career as Director of Music at First Presbyterian Church in Georgetown, TX.
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    Biochemistry major and Phi Beta Kappa graduate, Whitney begins a PhD program in Biochemistry at Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA, in Fall 2009.
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    A biology major, Valerie has been accepted into the DDS program at Texas A&M Health Science Center Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, TX, beginning Fall 2009.
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    Crystal, a double-major in communication studies and Spanish, starts the Master of Arts in Mass Communication program at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge in Fall 2009.
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    Carolina earned her degree in Communication Studies and Spanish and will pursue a Master of Arts in Intercultural Communication at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, NM.
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    After earning her Bachelor’s in Sociology, Nicole will pursue a Master of Science in Social Work at The University of Texas at Austin. In addition, Nicole earned a scholarship from Alpha Xi Delta toward her graduate study and two awards from the Southern Sociologial Association and American Sociological Association for her senior capstone paper.

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    Michelle, a kinesiology major, will enter Valparaiso University School of Law in Valparaiso, IN, to pursue her law degree, with a particular interest in sports law.
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    As an Audit Associate for “Big 4” accounting firm KPMG LLP in Houston, Mandy Smith is implementing the career choice she pursued throughout her time at Southwestern.  An accounting and Spanish major, Smith prepared for her first job after college through classroom learning, internships and extracurricular activities, including as an intercollegiate volleyball player and Kemper Scholar.
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    Scott Rogers ’08, Flower Mound, sees working as in-house counsel to a professional sports team as a possible “dream job,” incorporating his undergraduate business major, his law studies at Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law where he is a first-year student and his Division III baseball experience.  At any rate, corporate law of some kind in Dallas seems a likely destination. 
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    Kim, a 2008 chemistry grad, entered Texas Tech University Health Science Center in Lubbock, TX, to pursue a doctor of medicine degree.
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    Kyle, a 2008 religion grad, is pursuing a graduate degree in the History of Christianity at Claremont Graduate University in Claremont, CA.
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    After earning her degree in kinesiology in May 2008, Kelyn entered graduate school in exercise physiology at Texas Christian University in Ft. Worth, TX.
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    Brian is pursuing graduate study in international affairs, trade and finance at Texas A&M University in College Station, TX, after earning his degree in economics from Southwestern in May 2008.
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    Brian is enjoying the Bay Area, pursuing a PhD in German Studies at Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA, after earning his degree in English and German from Southwestern in 2008.
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    Jason, a 2008 grad in biology and chemistry, is studying medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, TX.
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    A 2008 graduate in biology, Alison is pursuing her doctor of medicine degree at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in Miami, FL.
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    Jessica is earning a Master of Divinity from Duke Divinity School in Durham, NC, after graduating in 2008 from SU with a degree in religion and communication studies.
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    Amy is deferring her acceptance to the PhD program in Germanic Languages and Literature at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA, for a year as a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant in Germany. Amy earned her degree in English and German in 2008.
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    Laura works as the ESCALERA program coordinator for American Youth Works, a non-profit in Austin, TX. Laura earned her degree in psychology in 2008.
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    Mimi graduated with a business major in 2008 and now works as a Business Analyst for JP Morgan.
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    Jessica uses her 2008 international studies and political science degree to inform her work as an English Conversation Teacher in Shenzhen School District in China.
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    Theatre grad Kristal continues to develop her craft working as a stage manager at SRO Associates in Hershey, PA.
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    Like fellow 2008 grad Amy Tanguay, Chelsea also earned a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship to Germany. Chelsea graduated with a degree in English.
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    Erica earned acceptance to the competitive Teach for America program, through which she works as an elementary school teacher in Houston, TX. Erica earned her degree in business and history in 2008.
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    Cory employs his 2008 math degree as an actuarial analyst for USAA in San Antonio, TX.
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    Xan, an environmental studies major, interned with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in Austin, TX.
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    Austin worked as a wilderness medicine intern for the Cornell University Outdoor Education program in Ithaca, NY. Austin is majoring in biology.
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    Gillian founded the Rainbow Program of Nutrition and taught in the program as her internship with Duck University in Taylor, TX. Gillian is majoring in English.
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    Emily, a theatre major, interned on the London Semester as a costume shop assistant and scenic painter for the Chicken Shed Theatre Company in London, England.
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    Juan completed an internship with the Office of State Representative Valinda Bolton in Austin.  Previously Juan interned and assistant-produced for the Bobby Bones Radio Morning Show on 96.7 KISS FM in Austin. Juan is majoring in political science and minoring in music.
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    A psychology major, Diana interned at the Austin State Hospital in Austin.
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    Double-major in psychology and political science, Robert is pursuing his law degree at South Texas College of Law in Houston, where he wants to focus in public interest law.  Previously, Robert interned with the Families C.O.U.N.T. Program at the DePlechin Children’s Center in Houston, TX.
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    A communications studies major, Marc interned under alumna Lana Silva ‘08 at Jimmy Choo in New York, New York.
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    is an experienced pharmacologist with extensive expertise in the study of G protein coupled receptors including in vivo, in vitro, biochemical and molecular biology techniques. Evans works as a Drug Discovery Specialist for PerkinElmer Life and Analytical Sciences.
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    served as an Assistant Language Teacher for the JET Programme in Japan, teaching English to Japanese students.
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    all work in Houston for Employee Benefit Solutions (EBS), a human capital consulting firm that specializes in health and welfare, retirement, pharmacy, and international benefits.
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    interned at the Institut fuer Theoretische Physik at the Universitaet Giessen in Germany doing theoretical physics.
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    interned with the Alliance for International Educational and Cultural Exchange in Washington, DC.
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    works for the Warner Music Group in Burbank, CA, after interning with the Texas Music Office in Austin.
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    Mike and Robert worked together at the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office in San Antonio, where Robert interned in Mike’s office, and co-presented at a national conference.
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    is the Medical Director for the Emergency Department at the Methodist Charlton Medical Center in Dallas.
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    earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Southwestern in 1993 and now works as a Senior Engineer for Samsung Austin Semiconductor.
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    graduated from Southwestern University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Arts in Arts Management. She currently works as Project Manager for Accenture, and oversees program and project management for medium to large sized projects under the Technology Organization of the Texas Medicaid and Healthcare Partnership.
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    earned his degree in Theatre from Southwestern. He founded and serves as the Artistic Director for Capital T Theater Company in Austin.
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    travels the world as the CFO of Team Astana, having earned his accounting degree from Southwestern. Sponsored by a conglomerate of companies hailing from Astana, the capital of cycling enthused Kazakhstan, the Team has 29 riders from 14 countries and is a member of cycling’s elite UCI ProTour.
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    senior communication studies major, earned the Cooperative Education & Internship Association (CEIA) National Intern of the Year 2008 award. Caitlin worked in Direct Marketing at National Instruments in Austin, where she expanded and maintained the direct marketing intranet site that improved corporate communication.

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Georgetown, TX 78627-0770

Phone: 512-863-1346
Fax: 512-863-1270
career.services@southwestern.edu