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David Stack ’16 (all day)
Majors in Economics, International Politics, Chinese
The combination of substantive work experience, Carnegie's collegial and supportive scholars, and the program's unmatched reputation should significantly enhance my ability to get involved in the sorts of projects that interest me after the end of the fellowship.
Jacob Cordell ’17 (all day)
Majors in Material Sciences and Engineering, German
Applying for the Astronaut Scholarship forced me to take new perspectives on my research and where it fits in a national and global context. Besides boosting confidence in my work, the scholarship convinced me to pursue more fellowships and opened my career options.
Kaleigh Quinnan ’21 (all day)
Art, French Business
The semester in Paris was way outside my comfort zone, but it gave me the confidence to pursue whatever opportunities become available in any corner of the world. I plan to apply for everything I can and see what doors open up.
Sylvia Biscoveanu ’17 (all day)
Majors in Physics, Spanish
The fellowship application process was excellent preparation for graduate school applications, and being a Goldwater and Astronaut Scholar was undoubtedly a huge factor in my successful graduate school admissions so far - I’ve been accepted to several of the top Physics PhD programs in the country. The Fellowships Office has been an integral part of my success in applying for these fellowships. I was always encouraged and made aware of opportunities, and I’ve received feedback on my essays and interview preparation help.
Daniel Zahn ’20 (all day)
Majors in English, Philosophy, and Communication Arts & Sciences
The application process taught me more about myself than I realized. It allowed me to see the narrative that I am crafting with my studies and activities, as well as forcing me to realize how my involvements support my passions and future goals.
Claire Kelling ’21 (all day)
Dual-title Ph.D. in Statistics and Social Data Analytics
Claire has the background, energy, ability, and even the already-established personal connections to succeed. She has shown an amazing level of leadership and gone way beyond the typical expectations of a first-year graduate student.