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College Bound
See where the Class of 2018 is heading off to college
The 80 talented and motivated students of The Bryn Mawr School Class of 2018 will attend 57 colleges and universities across the U.S., and abroad. Ten students will play sports at the collegiate level. See the full list here!
While the college matriculation list is important and impressive, the individual stories transcend the list. The goal of the college counseling process at Bryn Mawr is always for each girl to find the right "fit" – a program that will be both challenging and fulfilling. Read on to find out what two Bryn Mawr seniors are looking forward to as they go out into the world and how their experience at Bryn Mawr helped to prepare them for the future.
Bryn Mawr has definitely taught me to advocate for myself and to put my hand up. I’ve chosen a male-dominated field, but Bryn Mawr has has prepared me to be confident, not intimidated.
Aniya Martin
Meyerhoff Scholar at The University of Maryland, Baltimore County
What made you choose UMBC?
I chose UMBC because of the president, Dr. Freeman Hrabowski. The first time I met him at a B.E.S.T. breakfast, he took an interest to me. At the event, he posed a math riddle to everyone in the room. At first, I got it wrong. He told me to keep trying. I thought about the riddle all day and emailed him the answer that night.
I chose UMBC because of the president, Dr. Freeman Hrabowski. The first time I met him at a B.E.S.T. breakfast, he took an interest to me. At the event, he posed a math riddle to everyone in the room. At first, I got it wrong. He told me to keep trying. I thought about the riddle all day and emailed him the answer that night.
You emailed the University President?
Yes! Bryn Mawr taught me to take that initiative and not be afraid. And, I got it right! Dr. Hrabowski replied to me with a sincere, encouraging note. I felt like, I can’t go anywhere else.
Yes! Bryn Mawr taught me to take that initiative and not be afraid. And, I got it right! Dr. Hrabowski replied to me with a sincere, encouraging note. I felt like, I can’t go anywhere else.
What are you looking forward to as a Meyerhoff Scholar at UMBC?
I’m really excited to be a part of a big cohort of S.T.E.M. scholars and the huge support system the program provides. I know I want to study math and focus on financial economics. I want to pursue a Ph.D. in math after college.
I’m really excited to be a part of a big cohort of S.T.E.M. scholars and the huge support system the program provides. I know I want to study math and focus on financial economics. I want to pursue a Ph.D. in math after college.
In what ways has Bryn Mawr prepared you for college?
Bryn Mawr has definitely taught me to advocate for myself and to put my hand up. I’ve chosen a male-dominated field, but Bryn Mawr has has prepared me to be confident, not intimidated.
Bryn Mawr has definitely taught me to advocate for myself and to put my hand up. I’ve chosen a male-dominated field, but Bryn Mawr has has prepared me to be confident, not intimidated.
Describe a particular teacher who was really influential for you.
Ms. Swyryn is a great teacher! I’ve always been good at math, but in her class, I got better at asking questions and making mistakes. She didn’t make me feel like it was bad to make a mistake, but instead used it as a teaching moment. She challenged me to stretch and taught me to be easier on myself.
Ms. Swyryn is a great teacher! I’ve always been good at math, but in her class, I got better at asking questions and making mistakes. She didn’t make me feel like it was bad to make a mistake, but instead used it as a teaching moment. She challenged me to stretch and taught me to be easier on myself.
What are you looking forward to the most about college?
I’m looking forward to more independence and getting into my career. I’m excited to see the type of person I’ll end up being, the different activities and internships I’ll get into, and just exploring more that’s out there.
I’m looking forward to more independence and getting into my career. I’m excited to see the type of person I’ll end up being, the different activities and internships I’ll get into, and just exploring more that’s out there.
Olivia Rubin
Duke University
What are you looking forward to the most about college?
The different class options, opportunities like real world experiences and internships, the college environment, a sense of freedom and getting to know new people. And, of course, playing lacrosse!
The different class options, opportunities like real world experiences and internships, the college environment, a sense of freedom and getting to know new people. And, of course, playing lacrosse!
Why did you choose Duke?
I chose Duke because I love the mixture of its strong academics and athletics programs. When I was going through the college process, I knew I wanted a rigorous academic program, but at the same time, a sense of school camaraderie. My dad played lacrosse at Duke too and it’s always been a dream of mine to go there.
I chose Duke because I love the mixture of its strong academics and athletics programs. When I was going through the college process, I knew I wanted a rigorous academic program, but at the same time, a sense of school camaraderie. My dad played lacrosse at Duke too and it’s always been a dream of mine to go there.
What do you plan to study?
I’m keeping my options open. I want to go in with an open mind and take a lot of classes and figure out what I love. I haven’t figured it out yet. I’m ok with that.
I’m keeping my options open. I want to go in with an open mind and take a lot of classes and figure out what I love. I haven’t figured it out yet. I’m ok with that.
What are you going to miss the most about Bryn Mawr?
We have such a tight knit community and our grade is so close. I get so emotional when we talk about leaving - this has been my home for 13 years and it’s crazy to think I’m leaving it behind. I’m going to miss the people, that’s what makes Bryn Mawr so special.
We have such a tight knit community and our grade is so close. I get so emotional when we talk about leaving - this has been my home for 13 years and it’s crazy to think I’m leaving it behind. I’m going to miss the people, that’s what makes Bryn Mawr so special.
Which teacher has been most influential during your 13 years at Bryn Mawr?
I never considered myself an English scholar, but Ms. Summers made me fall in love with literature, analyzing books, and finding the deeper meaning behind it all. This year, I took American Indian Studies with her - it’s interesting to learn about a culture that’s foundational to our country, but that we don’t know a lot about. Ms. Summers has made English really fun for me and I now look forward to it.
I never considered myself an English scholar, but Ms. Summers made me fall in love with literature, analyzing books, and finding the deeper meaning behind it all. This year, I took American Indian Studies with her - it’s interesting to learn about a culture that’s foundational to our country, but that we don’t know a lot about. Ms. Summers has made English really fun for me and I now look forward to it.
How has your Bryn Mawr experience helped you grow?
Our community has opened my eyes in so many ways in the sense of understanding other perspectives in the world and knowing there’s a time to listen and a time to use your voice. It’s really shaped the person I’ve become. I’m more compassionate and willing to listen and that’s completely due to Bryn Mawr.
Our community has opened my eyes in so many ways in the sense of understanding other perspectives in the world and knowing there’s a time to listen and a time to use your voice. It’s really shaped the person I’ve become. I’m more compassionate and willing to listen and that’s completely due to Bryn Mawr.
This has been my home for 13 years and it’s crazy to think I’m leaving it behind. I’m going to miss the people, that’s what makes Bryn Mawr so special.
Located in Baltimore, Maryland, The Bryn Mawr School is a private all-girls pre-kindergarten, elementary, middle and high school with a coed preschool for ages 2 months through 5 years. Bryn Mawr provides students with exceptional educational opportunities on a beautiful 26-acre campus within the city limits. Inquisitive girls, excellent teaching, strong student-teacher relationships and a clear mission sustain our vibrant school community where girls always come first.