Student Voices Stories

My STEMLA Story: Daiana Azim '28
"STEMLA has taught me that a scientist is not simply someone who is a genius in science, but rather it is a way of thinking and acting that anyone can adopt and learn."

My STEMLA Story: Marie-Claire Davenport '28
"The field trips we took were not just moments of deeper connection with our teachers, our upperclassmen, and amongst ourselves, but also fun learning opportunities!"

Major Moment: Rana Rastegari '26
"I was initially very hesitant about being a chemistry major but taking a risk ended up being one of the best decisions I could have made."

Major Moment: Novy Goetgeluk '25
"Feed every bit of intellectual hunger that your brain is asking for and make the most of your college experience because of it!"

2025 Bryn Mawr Bucket List
"What do you want to accomplish in 2025?"

Mirabai Ari '28
"I would consistently hear stories of people discovering their secret talents or meeting their best friends just by saying yes to something new."

Novy Goetgeluk '25
"Bryn Mawr created an environment for me where finding my confidence and leadership on the field also meant finding confidence and leadership in the classroom."

Rana Rastegari '26
"Bryn Mawr has taught me so much, from organic chemistry mechanisms to the intricacies of Kafka’s writing, but most importantly it has taught me the importance of community."

Sofia Azuara '25
"Throughout my many walks across campus where I bump into one or more friends, classmates, co-workers, faculty, and staff, I have come to learn that everyone at Bryn Mawr is excited to get to know you and wants to see you succeed."

Marie-Claire Davenport '28
"This was a milestone moment for me, the moment where I felt my journey begin, not just as a woman in STEM, but also as a Bryn Mawr student."

Emma Gross '25
"My time at Bryn Mawr has been the most formative years of my life—I have learned not only about who I am but also about who I want to become and how I want to continue to build and foster community once I leave."

Moving Out of State: Sofia Azuara '25
"Just because you’re leaving your city doesn't mean that you're leaving your community."