Balancing Act

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A left brain, right brain tug of war happily collides with sports, theatrics, and music with Katie, a biochemistry major with an art minor, a prime example of the liberal arts at work. You can also find Katie enthusiastically juggling her academic pursuits with intercollegiate lacrosse, improv comedy, and Hanover’s drumline. What’s happening, Katie?

– Thanks, Alex. I gotta be honest with you, guys, as an incoming freshman, I was pretty terrified of college, but I wanted a fresh start. I knew I wanted to meet as many people as I could and find an active, fun-loving, and supportive campus community. And by the end of Hanover’s August Experience, I knew I’d found the perfect college for me. August Experience takes place on campus before classes start, and it’s a week full of fun and exciting activities all meant to prepare incoming freshman for their first year of college. I met so many of my friends this week and I got to join many campus organizations as well. Now I rock out with the incredibly talented Hanover College Drumline at football and basketball games, and I perform on stage with our hilarious improv comedy group called the Evil Petting Zoo. I even play ultimate Frisbee when we’re not in season for lacrosse. While balancing all of my activities and still completing all of my coursework can get a bit challenging sometimes, I know that all of my coaches and professors have my back if I needed to take some time for myself. As a biochemistry major, I’ve always had a love for the sciences, but being at a liberal arts college means that I can also pursue my other passion: art. I never thought I’d have the time to get an art minor, but after talking to some of my professors, I was even able to take an art class my first year here. I came here looking for a fun-loving and active community, and wow, did I get one. I’ve gotten to meet so many amazing people, do things I never would’ve imagined I’d do as a college student and I’ve only been here for a year. The opportunities both inside and outside the classroom are truly limitless here, and I cannot wait to see the person I become by the end of my time here. Back to you, Alex.

– Thank you, Katie. Hanover’s approach to the liberal arts allows students to combine their academic interests, students can even design their own majors, throw in an endless array of student organizations and activities. There is really no limit to what you can do right here at Hanover. Cheers, Katie!