F&M Stories

Kennedy Wilburn ’25 Leads on and off the Court

Kennedy Wilburn ’25 wanted a college where she could excel on the basketball court and in the classroom. She found that and more at F&M, where she became women’s basketball co-captain, a member of the Student-Athlete Leadership Council, and an active participant in other student organizations on campus.

Kennedy Wilburn ’25

Photo Credit: Deb Grove

Kennedy Wilburn '25

Major: Joint major in psychology and public health (biology)

Minor: Africana studies

Home: Marlton, N.J.

Activities at F&M: Women’s basketball, Student-Athlete Leadership Council, S.I.S.T.E.R.S., Psi Chi, Peer Health Educator

Why did you choose to attend F&M?

I was recruited for basketball. When I visited campus, I learned what a good school it is academically, which was very important for me when choosing a college.

What is something that you did for fun at F&M?

Going to the F&M Dance Company performances every semester.

What did you enjoy most about your time at the College?

Making friendships that will last after graduation.

What are your plans for after graduation?

I’ll be pursuing my master’s degree in public health at the University of Pennsylvania.

What brief advice would you give to incoming students in F&M’s Class of 2029?

Make 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.

“Make the most of your time at F&M.”

— Kennedy Wilburn '25

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