“ ...these experiences informed and influenced my career choices. ”
“ My favorite professors were Dr. Rodman Henry and Dr. Mary Gegerias. They demanded hard work but their high expectations brought out the best in us. ”
“ [Prof. Gardner]....promoted careers in the sciences long before other women’s colleges, and she helped many graduates go into medical professions. ”
“ It is my personal conviction that every individual can thrive with mentorship... ”
“ It's that sense of belonging that launched my career and empowered me to dream big and aim high. ”
“ My professors put my interests first. The support I received from my peers reinforced that message. ”
“ ..Pine Manor College has been a part of my family legacy. ”
“ My Pine Manor College education [...] provided me with the training and exposure that opened up doors to various fields. ”
“ It’s been my passion to advocate for Pine Manor College alums since my graduation, and it has been an absolute pleasure. ”
“ I am so grateful for the foundation the Pine Manor College experience gave me. ”
“ Through Pine Manor College I developed the confidence I needed to explore and find what I was truly interested in. ”
“ The emphasis on leadership and the creation of a portfolio were powerful for me. ”
“ I dream big and I work for under privileged women and children in Nepal and United States. Change is possible and we all can become an Agent of change. ”
“ Pine Manor College gave me the gift of possibilities. ”
“ My liberal arts experiences at the college have enabled me to think about ideas from multiple perspectives. ”
“ I knew Pine Manor College would help me explore my interests in the liberal arts, and find my voice as a leader. ”
“ PMC’s Liberal Arts foundation helped broaden my horizon. ”
“ Without the amazing guidance of my advisors (many of them I am still in touch with) and the small class setting, I don’t know if I would have been able to finish college. ”
“ ...although I was away from home, I felt like I was home at PMC. ”
“ Deciding to move far away from home to come to Chestnut Hill has helped me become the strong black woman I am today. I found leadership opportunities, advisors, and administrators that encouraged me to get involved and student leaders who reminded me of the value of my voice. Mostly, I was allowed to be myself, and along the way, I was able to find my purpose. Each opportunity helped me uncover what I want to do and the power I have to shape my own life. I will be forever grateful for my time at Pine Manor College and for all the wonderful people who believed in me. ”
“ Graduating from Pine Manor College was the biggest accomplishment of my life. I always knew I wanted to go to college, but I never thought it would be such a wonderful experience. Being a part of a diverse community made me more aware of the world and helped me grow into the man I am today. On March 21st, 2021, I lost my dad, and I was struggling to overcome my grief. Coming back to campus allowed me to clear my mind and re-focus on my work. Receiving the President’s Cup award at my graduation showed me that all my hard work, both in the classroom and within myself – did not go unnoticed. It gives me the strength to continue to dream big and set ambitious goals for myself. ”