Bicentennial class: history in the making
The 779 first-years who comprise the Class of 2019 are bursting with an array of interests, talents, and backgrounds. Here’s what some of them had to say about what they bring to the table.
“I’m a sassy tuba player who has an affinity for all things mocha.”
— Wil Stowers, Kennesaw, Ga.
“I started Irish step dancing in third grade. The best parts of it are the cultural immersion at the different competitions, the friendships, and the great exercise that comes with the practices.”
— Maggie McDonnell, Carmel, N.Y.
“I’m not terribly athletic, but I do have a black belt in tae kwon do.”
— Sang Kyung (Kathy) Lee, Seoul, Korea
“In elementary school, I got first place at chess nationals for my whole age group, and I was also state champion for three consecutive years.”
— Jenny Lundt, Santa Barbara, Calif.
“We have been performing together since middle school. Iona plays the bass guitar, I play the drums, and we both sing. We like to play almost every genre of music, but we mostly perform pop and jazz pieces.”
— Iona and Mey McLean, Washington, D.C.
“I ended up in college at age 16 after skipping two grades: 3rd and 8th. Then, I went to a tiny private school — seriously … my graduating class consisted of two people.”
— Dawson Highland, Lakeway, Texas
Compiled by Meredith Dowling ’17
