Alumni Perspectives

Ahmed Javaid Zeerak

 

Ahmed Javaid Zeerak

Jaghori, Afghanistan
Class of 2006

President, Student Government Association

Executive Member, Muslim Student Association

Co-President, Club International
POE: International Political Economy

Every year the Muslim religious holiday of Eid is celebrated in Juniata College amid a spirit of open-ness and sharing that the tradition of Eid serves to foster among people. In the opening of the Eid Dinner of 2005 Javaid read a statement explaining the tradition and speaking to its spirit of inclusion and open-ness to diversity.

Michelle SchoonmakerMIchelle

Arnold, MD

Class of 2006

President, All Ways of Loving

Member, African American Student Alliance

 

I was a late admit so I did not have the benefit of meeting new students during summer orientation… 2 girls from my CWS class insisted I have lunch with them every day. Over the semester, I met a lot of great new people who’ve become my closest friends here. As one friend put it – ‘they are my soul mates, partners in crime, and best friends'.

Sarah Beaver

Sarah Beaver

Mechanicsburg, PA

Co-President, United Cultures of Juniata College, 2003-2005

Class of 2005

“…I don't think Juniata produces molded products… instead allows each student to create "themselves" by providing a plethora of information. [Juniata] will provide you with opportunities to change and grow… Open yourself to EVERY opportunity that is provided to you and you will definitely get a "Juniata" education.”

Denique ConnerDenique Conner
Rochester, NY
Class of 2005
POE: English

Being an African American from the inner city, my first semester at Juniata was challenging - I had never been around so many white people! My initial reaction was to disassociate myself from everyone. However, extended orientation exposed me to other students who later became my friends. The faculty and staff are amazing. They support me in every way. Juniata is my extended family. They want me succeed and are doing everything in their power to help me. I could have not chosen a better college.

Paul Berry

Paul Berry

Hagerstown, MD

Class of 2005

 

“…Entering into my senior year I still find myself transitioning through new experiences and self conceptualization. After each transition at Juniata I have become a better individual and stronger in the quest for my future aspirations."