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Excellence in the Sciences

“Science is a big deal with my family,” says Alexa Callaway, whose father teaches Life Sciences and whose mother is a medical director at a Grand Rapids, Mich., hospital. As Manchester alumni, they both know that science is a big deal here, too.

A biology-chemistry major on a pre-dentistry track, Alexa knew that Manchester would prepare her well for her next step. “It’s rigorous, it’s hard, but I’m going to transition into dental school way easier than if I went somewhere else.”

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Alexa marking on boxes in pharmacy

When I was in 7th grade I got braces, and I thought it was so cool that someone was using my mouth and basically doing a puzzle.

Alexa Callaway, Biology-Chemistry

DISCOVERY AND GROWTH

“I’ve always been interested in business and science, so I was trying to find something that would combine the two of them,” says Alexa. While participating in a January session trip to Nicaragua for �鶹ԭ��’s Medical Practicum, she also found she has an interest in public health. “I’d like to help with the free clinic wherever I find myself and help people with their dental health.”

Alexa with a group of students in Nicaragua

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ACTIVITIES
Manchester Activities Council President, Honors Program, Students Today Alumni Tomorrow, STEM Pathways Mentor, College Physics Grader, Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society

FAVORITE HANGOUTS
Kenapocomocha Coffee Shop, Chapel Lounge, Third Floor Atrium of the Science Center

RECOMMENDED FACULTY AND STAFF
Dr. Kathy Davis

RECOMMENDED CLASSES
Nicaragua Medical Practicum with Dr. Jeff Osborne

WHAT PEOPLE MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT �鶹ԭ��
If there is something you really want to add to the Manchester experience, faculty and staff will work with you to bring it to campus!

ADVICE FOR STUDENTS LOOKING AT �鶹ԭ��
It’s natural to be living in a state of ambiguity during your college years. Most things are uncertain, but the one certain thing is that your time at �鶹ԭ�� is shaping you into someone the world needs.

BEST THING TO EAT ON CAMPUS
Cheddar biscuit with herb butter from Sisters Café

MOST OVERLOOKED SPOT ON CAMPUS
The Observatory to look at the night sky

BEST CAMPUS EVENT
MAC on the Mall (Fall and Spring events)

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