Pre-law and economics major Ella Stevens learned resilience after overcoming an ACL injury that paused her tennis career. Shifting her focus to future goals, Ella's story showcases the unique opportunities and close-knit community of a small liberal arts college.
Honors student Emma Moore ’25, a secondary education and history major, always knew she wanted to be a teacher. Thanks to a rich array of teaching, mentoring and on-campus job opportunities, she has choices: to teach middle school history or pursue a master’s degree in student affairs administration at the University of Georgia (UGA).
Meet Caspian Beard, a music and biology double major blending his passions to create a unique path. Whether performing on stage or studying the natural world, his journey at Berry has been shaped by creativity, mentorship and a love for learning.
Meet Trinity McClendon and Sebastian Nivon Galvez, non-music majors who are dedicated to integrating music into their lives. As a means of stress relief or personal growth, participating in music has helped them thrive in college.
Aspiring to a career in the music industry, Teniya Evans ’25 credits the college’s mentoring community and hands-on experiences for her career direction. With a firm business foundation to complement her musical talent, she’s all set to work for A Jam, a home for creative artists in the global music industry.
Get top tips from an exercise science expert on staying healthy in college. From fun campus fitness hacks to smart dining hall choices, learn how to thrive physically and mentally in school.
Although his interest in the music program drove him to apply to Berry, Teddy Oshirak quickly realized that he wanted to pursue marketing as a career. His involvement in both departments allowed him to take full advantage of the liberal arts.
Caroline Lord is tapping into art and creative writing at Berry to achieve the long-term goal of working in art therapy. She’s also a successful entrepreneur with a following for her exuberant, colorful paintings.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is one of the most important and stressful applications for college students. Learn how to simplify the process so you feel less intimidated while maximizing your financial aid opportunities in college.
Taylor Yonfa dreams of working in a pediatric ICU, driven by her love for children and teamwork in critical care. She’ll be ready thanks to the nursing program’s distinctive hands-on experiences and supportive mentors.
The Berry College Art Department will present student exhibitions in Moon Gallery during the month of December.
Berry College’s student media organizations received various awards at the recent College Broadcasters Incorporated and College Media Association events.
Discover the power of gratitude for college students. Learn effective practices to manage stress, improve mental health and foster a positive mindset. Explore tips, research and college resources to make gratitude a part of daily life.
Trying to decide if Greek life is right for you? Weigh the pros and cons, learn more about what is required of Greek members while also exploring the social atmosphere of non-Greek affiliated campuses. Make an informed decision about what will best fit your college goals and personal values.
Learn about cybersecurity myths and how to protect yourself from phishing attacks with expert tips from Daniel Boyd at Berry College.
Ivan Khoo, a math and computer science major, is not only interning at Mohawk Industries but also using his Honors thesis to improve his college’s scheduling system.
Salley Kate Pierce ’22 is studying to become a physician assistant (PA). Her journey started with a role in Berry’s sports medicine department where she progressed from small tasks to team lead. Her exercise science curriculum and internships also prepared her for graduate studies.
Hannah Blanton ’25 pursued research early on in her Berry career. Her experiences as a student researcher took her from student symposiums and research grants all the way to a prestigious Goldwater Scholarship.
Explore careers related to the environment! From atmospheric scientists to wildlife biologists, discover how a degree in environmental science opens doors to impactful green professions.
Several members of Berry’s Academic Transitions team received recognition as part of the Georgia College Personnel Association.
The Berry College Moon Gallery will host a student exhibition this month, including the annual student honors show April 18-25 and the senior thesis exhibition April 29 through May 3.
Three Berry-minted entrepreneurs continue to evolve their clothing line while spreading a message of inclusion.
Gavin Duncan took advantage of Berry’s nursing program — from small class sizes and faculty mentoring to opportunities to learn about health care abroad though the department’s annual cultural immersive experience in Kenya.
Psychology major and registered behavior technician Mackenzie Fowler says Berry experiences beyond the classroom and academic advising helped her reach professional goals and apply textbook knowledge in the real world.
MJ Shaffer always loved technology but discovered the true impact it could have through hands-on coursework, in-depth internships and community engagement at Berry College. Emphasizing solution-driven work and collaboration, MJ encourages computer science students to embrace challenges and try new things.
Prepared by courses and work experiences at Berry, senior Annabelle Norton took a bite out of the Big Apple during her summer internship with IEX and returned to with a knowledge of fintech and real-world experience in social media and branding.
Khanaja Scott came to Berry to study creative writing. Along the way, she discovered her talent as an editor and writing coach.
Rette Solomon ’24 took advantage of Berry’s individually designed major that combined her love of visual storytelling and equestrianism, which helped her land an internship with an international equestrian center and resort.
Sigma Delta Pi, a Hispanic Honors Society, recently inducted seven new Berry College students and honored a graduating senior.
From sampling streams to reintroducing fish populations to rivers, students majoring in environmental science and studies get their hands wet by engaging in real-world research through community engagement courses, internships and post-graduate experiences.
Berry’s ESL program — run by students who teach adult English language learners in the Rome community — is going strong. They are eager to serve all who are willing to learn.
Wesley Romero ’24 accepted a position with Georgia-Pacific following his summer internship. He shares why internships give college students important perspective and a foot in the door.
Corina Coulter ’25 ended her sophomore year with study abroad in Peru, where she observed and worked with clients in two clinics and a school as a part of Berry’s applied behavior analysis (ABA) program.
After a brief transfer to a state university, this business management major returned to Berry with a signature scholarship and support from mentors that bolstered his confidence and facilitated life-changing opportunities.
From an early age, political science major Brandin Carter ’25 knew he wanted to practice law and dreamed of one day holding public office. Now a junior preparing for the LSAT, he says formative Berry experiences and his summer internship with a district attorney are steppingstones to achieving his goals.
Physics major Brenden Smothers built a cloud-computing system during his internship and was then hired as the company’s webmaster. He reflects on how Berry encouraged him to pursue his interests and credits his support network for much of his success.
Jamie Jang started college on a different degree path, but with the guidance of faculty, she charted a course to physician assistant school. Now she’s thriving in her major, volunteer work and on-campus jobs related to health care.