What’s the worst that can happen? They say no.
They can say no, and from the start, I relied on my love of Dance.
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Kristin Colvin Young ’97
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They can say no, and from the start, I relied on my love of Dance.
In particular, I consider that the rigorous and yet "out-of-the-box" training, that I received from the exceptional faculty in the chemistry, biochemistry and biology departments at Mount Holyoke, provided me with a strong scientific foundation on which to build an exciting and rewarding career.
Finding a rewarding career path after an unexpected beginning.
My internship experience was fantastic because of the wonderful people I worked with and the magical city that is Venice.
“It is possible to have a fulfilling work-study job.”
“I haven’t taken many classes about plants. But this job is pushing me to take more. I am noticing things that I wouldn’t get out of a textbook or a class. It has helped me see how things work.”
Making lithium ion and other batteries better using neutron scattering.
I have taught grades 7-12 in MA, CT, Washington DC, Bangladesh, Dubai, Saudi Arabia and China.
I can now work with any bird species and have solid biological fieldwork skills that will translate to a variety of job types.
Founder of On-Her-Own, the first work-study program in Ethiopia helping to provide low-income female students with non-exploitative means of income.