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鈥楽tay Curious鈥�: Grads Give Best Advice to Incoming Class
Before Commencement, we asked members of Franklin & Marshall鈥檚 Class of 2025: If you could give one piece of advice to the students who will start attending F&M this fall, what would that be?
The advice ranges from practical to passionate. Class of 2029, we can鈥檛 wait to hear what advice you will give incoming students in your senior year at F&M!
A sense of belonging. Faculty mentorship. Small, discussion-based classes. Experiential
learning. A holistic education that doesn鈥檛 define you by your major.鈥淓mbrace every opportunity that comes your way, and don鈥檛 be afraid to step outside
your comfort zone. Some of the most rewarding experiences come from taking risks and
trying something new.鈥�
鈥� Evann Tan '25
Read More 禄鈥淩eally utilize all the support and resources F&M provides. Whether it is boosting
your academic performance with various tutors, creating close relationships with your
professors during office hours, or using the Career Center鈥檚 advisers to jump-start
your future, everyone at F&M is ready and available to help you.鈥�
鈥� Audrey Lesser '25
Read More 禄鈥淏e open to new things! Take classes that seem interesting. You will change your mind
about what you want to do, so be curious and open to trying new foods, doing new activities,
and meeting people from different backgrounds.鈥�
鈥� Koa Kaliebe '25鈥淥ne of F&M鈥檚 greatest strengths lies in the community鈥檚 dedication to supporting
students. From faculty and staff to alumni and current students, people are always
willing to give you their time and advice to help you succeed. You鈥檙e in a place where
everyone is rooting for you.鈥�
鈥� Shreya Punj '25
Read More 禄鈥淒on't be afraid to challenge yourself and your abilities. And don't forget to make
the most out of everything and have the most fun you can while doing what you love!鈥�
鈥� Youssef El Gharably '25
Read More 禄鈥淢ake the most of your time at F&M. Find a good balance between academics and the
other things you enjoy, and go to events around campus to support your fellow Dips.鈥�
鈥� Kennedy Wilburn 鈥�25
Read More 禄鈥淪ay yes鈥攖o the unexpected, the unfamiliar, and the things that scare you鈥� Growth
doesn鈥檛 happen when we are comfortable. So stay curious, take risks, and give yourself
the space to be surprised.鈥�
鈥� Shayra Nunez 鈥�25
Read More 禄鈥淒on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 F&M鈥檚 faculty.
They are incredibly supportive and will be there to guide you throughout your journey.鈥�
鈥� Fatimata Ly '25
Read More 禄鈥淏e reflective, be compassionate, and pursue opportunities that bring you joy. The
rest will follow.鈥�
鈥� Skylar Zachian '25
Read More 禄鈥淏e yourself and embrace this new journey. You were accepted into F&M for a reason.
F&M welcomes you with open arms, no matter what you think your flaws are or what insecurities
you may have. You are a Diplomat, and a great one.鈥�
鈥� Michael Vasquez '25
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