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"Time Out" Brings Life Back to Lower Lenfest

Written by Shelby Bowman '26

In recent years, the Student Center in Lower Lenfest had become an underused space. To change that, the Office of Student Development introduced “Time Out” to encourage students to spend more time there. With simple, fun, and relaxing activities that changed every Monday, Time Out began providing a space for students to decompress in-between classes, and because of its success, it is back again this year. 

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Jigsaw puzzles on a white table.

Time Out is not only revitalizing the Student Center; it also offers something for students seeking solo downtime—an often-overlooked need on campus. “Students can go alone, or they can go with friends,” said Sarah-Jane Flook, coordinator of student engagement and international scholar services, “whether they have a minute, three minutes, or three hours.” 

From jigsaw puzzles to arts and crafts, the activities each week are meant to appeal to a range of interests, so there is something for everyone. Some weeks follow a theme for that month, like a photo collage for Women’s History Month in March or a quiz for Alcohol Awareness Month, which even included a small prize.“We wanted to have some sort of activity that would change on a weekly basis,” Flook explained. “Something that enabled us to leave out the materials, leave out the instructions, and students could find in the same place every week.” 

Suggestions are also welcome. At the end of last semester, Flook placed a sheet in the Center, asking students what they wanted for future Time Out activities.  “Someone asked for Legos, so I bought a couple of adult Lego kits,” Flook said. “Those will be going out at some point over the fall semester.” 

Wilson College Shares Letterpress Printing in New Art Exhibit

Wilson College will present an exhibition of work by artist Amos Paul Kennedy Jr. in the Bogigian Gallery, Lortz Hall, from September 18 through November 7, 2025. The College will host an opening reception starting at 4:30 p.m. on September 18. 

Titled “Amos Paul Kennedy Jr.: Consider Everything An Experiment,” the exhibition showcases Kennedy’s dynamic approach to letterpress printing, blending traditional techniques with contemporary design sensibilities. Known for his bold, layered compositions and distinctive typographic style, Kennedy’s work invites viewers to engage with language, color, and form in fresh and thought-provoking ways.  

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Kennedy

Working with handset wood and metal type, Kennedy emphasizes the physical labor and tactile beauty of the traditional printing process. His method of overprinting vibrant colors in dense, rhythmic layers results in visually striking pieces that allow chance and repetition to become part of the message. No two prints are ever the same as each carries its own visual weight and emotional resonance. The Library of Congress, Emory University, and the Newberry Library, among others, house Kennedy’s work, which is recognized for its combination of wit, insight, and craftsmanship. 

This exhibition celebrates letterpress printing as a medium of artistic dialogue and cultural expression. 

Wilson College Powers Jobs and Growth in Pennsylvania

A newly released economic impact report from the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania (AICUP) reveals that Wilson College contributes an estimated $89.9 million to the Pennsylvania economy and supports 820 jobs across the Commonwealth. 

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The comprehensive 28-page report, conducted by the nationally recognized Parker Strategy Group, highlights the significant role Wilson College and other AICUP member institutions play in driving economic growth, job creation, and public revenue. The analysis considered direct spending on operations, wages, capital projects, and the ripple effects of student and visitor expenditures.

“Wilson College has long been a center of academic excellence, and this report affirms that the College’s impact extends far beyond the classroom. With nearly $90 million contributed to Pennsylvania’s economy and over 800 jobs supported statewide, Wilson is proud to be a vital force in the Commonwealth’s economic sustainability,” said President Wesley R. Fugate, Ph.D.

According to the study, Wilson College supports and sustains 820 jobs throughout the state through direct employment, indirect and induced jobs created by supply and equipment vendors and contractors, and jobs created throughout the state in support of the institution’s faculty, staff, students, and visitors. AICUP schools are among the top employers in Pennsylvania and contribute to the creation of nearly 200,000 jobs overall.

The study also concluded that Wilson College generates about $6.9 million in tax revenues annually for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and for local governments, through sales tax, property tax, personal income tax, and corporate income taxes. 

Wilson Students Present Research at the 2025 Pennsylvania Academy of Science

Five Wilson seniors presented their research at this year’s annual meeting of the Pennsylvania Academy of Science (PAS), held April 11-13, 2025, in Harrisburg, Pa.

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PAS 2025

Wilson’s senior presenters: (l to r) Cassidy Sowers, Judi Wolf, Hailey Steele, Kylie Wright, and Adrián Lugo.

Kylie Wright
“Assessing the correlation between California Mastitis Test results and somatic cell counts in caprine milk.”
Advisers: Deborah Austin, Ph.D., and Sherri Buerdsell, Ph.D.

Judi Wolf
“The effects of lipid synthesis inhibitor ND-630 on fungal species Aspergillus fumigatus, Candida albicans, and
Cryptococcus neoformans in comparison to fluconazole.”
Advisers: Kathryn Sarachan, Ph.D., and Amber Marble, Ph.D.

Cassidy Sowers
“Influence of anthelmintic medications on the aerobic bacterial populations of the equid gastrointestinal tract microbiome.”
Advisers: Amber Marble, Ph.D., and Sherri Buerdsell, Ph.D.

Adrián Lugo
“The effects of serotonin transporter gene variations on major depressive disorder treatment and anxiety.”
Advisers: Amber Marble, Ph.D., and Deborah Austin, Ph.D.

Hailey Steele
“The cytotoxicity of synthetic dye; Red 40 and its metabolites cresidine-4-sulfonate and 1-amino-2-naphthol-sulfonic acid on the Caco-2 human colon cell line.”
Advisers: Kathryn Sarachan, Ph.D., Amber Marble, Ph.D., and Sherri Buerdsell, Ph.D.

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PAS 2025

PAS Award Winners were (left) Acadia Banis ’26 and (right) Hailey Steele ’25. Banis received a PAS Undergraduate Research Grant for her work with her adviser Amber Marble, Ph.D., titled “A Systematic Comparison of Traditional Veterinary-grade Topical Tick Preventions Versus Holistic Topical Tick Repellants for Canines.” Steele took Third Place in the PAS Spychala Student Presentation Awards for her oral presentation.

Learning to Build Businesses from the Ground Up

At the end of Wilson’s Fall 2024 semester, four student teams in the Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management Course (BUS 220), presented their final business plans. Each plan reflected a semester’s worth of collaboration, research, and strategic thinking, pitched to their peers as if to real investors. The purpose of the project was to get students to think through what it takes to start up and run an actual business. 

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Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management

Team Breathe-Well
Left to right: Allie Cullison ’25, Jordan Blizzard ’25, Eunbeen Song, Samuel Martin ’28, Logan Frazier ’27

Unlike popular television shows like “Shark Tank,” where the spotlight is on the product and its profitability, this course focuses on the process of building a business. Business faculty encourage the students to dream big—whether creating a nonprofit that provides pet care for low-income families or by creating a financial advisory service tailored to college students—and walk through every step of making that dream operational. 

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Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management

Team Chambersburg Saddlery
Left to right: Catrin Rumondang, Madelyn McCoy ’27, Anna Flenner ’27, Raegen Franz ’24, Jasmine Gruver ’25, Vu Nguyen

“We’re not asking, ‘Can you sell this tomorrow?’” explained Lance Cain, assistant professor and director of the business program. “We’re asking, ‘Can you plan this from the ground up?’”

This difference in focus allows the students to dive into marketing strategies, operating budgets, supply chains, and resource planning. Students learn to identify their target audience, assess competition, and make tough decisions about what’s feasible and what’s not. They read case studies, analyze failures, and learn that most entrepreneurs aren’t overnight successes. Throughout the semester, students also engage with an online business simulation program, managing a virtual retail shop and responding to dynamic scenarios. The system evaluates their decisions, offering insight into real-world outcomes.  

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Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management

Team EDU Finance
Left to right: Armani Jones ’28, Sydney Marza ’27, Clare Byomujuni ’27, Halley Shaffer ’26, Ellisa Gamby-Mickey ’27, Sefora Antonino Velasco ’27

Perhaps the most valuable aspect of the course is that it offers a risk-free environment for experimentation. The only stakes are academic, which frees students to be creative, bold, and even a little idealistic. For some, it’s a steppingstone to launching a real business. One student used the class to develop a business plan for a horse boarding facility—an idea she is actively pursuing outside of class. 

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Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management

Team Mission ImPawsible
Left to right: Elena Worthington ’27, Adrianna Stricek ’26, Genieva Pawlowski ’27, Tristan Worlock ’25, Benjamin Tunnel ’25, Alexis Shreiner ’26

For others, it’s a transformative experience that reshapes how they think about work, leadership, and innovation. “Since this is a safe environment to work through issues, it provides students the opportunity to deal with things a little more subjectively,” added Cain. 

In the end, the entrepreneurship class isn’t just about writing a business plan. It’s about learning how to see opportunities, solve problems, and build something from nothing.

Student Spotlight: Shelby Harmon '25

Shortly before embarking on a January 2025 expedition to Antarctica, Shelby Harmon ’25, an animal studies major with minors in biology and psychology, received a diagnosis of Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1, a severe form of Muscular Dystrophy.

Student Spotlight: Jeremiah Loyer '27

Jeremiah Loyer ’27, a history major, is working with language and history during a 10-week internship at JAARS, Inc. in North Carolina. JAARS, an acronym for Jungle Aviation and Radio Service, is a non-profit organization that provides support to Bible translation and language development efforts worldwide. 

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Jeremiah Loyer

Loyer's internship is a testament to the hands-on education he has received at Wilson College. "Wilson College has prepared me well for this internship through the hands-on experience I’ve gained working at the Hankey Center for the History of Women's Education, as well as the continuous support from my history professors,” Loyer shared. His experience in archival work and historical research has given him a foundation for his current role. 

Max Wagenhoffer, Ph.D., director of the Hankey Center for the History of Women’s Education and assistant professor of history, shared, "During the 2024-2025 academic year, Jeremiah worked over 250 hours at the Hankey Center as a research assistant. He grew as a researcher and scholar, and he is further sharpening his skills through his internship at JAARS."

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JAARS

During his time at JAARS, Loyer is working in two areas. He spends time in the Cardenas Building, which serves as a repository for the history of JAARS, and in the Alphabet Museum, a space that explores the history of writing systems and languages from around the world. "My main responsibility is scanning documents, but I also have had the opportunity to work with collections and help with exhibits around the museum." said Loyer. "Interning with JAARS has taught me how to operate in a professional museum environment, and I've developed several skills that will enhance both my academic and future career."

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JAARS

Jeremiah Loyer's summer internship at JAARS shows how a strong academic foundation, coupled with practical experience, can open doors to unique opportunities. 

Student Spotlight: Colby Maun '22

Sometimes, unexpected events become life’s defining moments. For Colby Maun ’22, a painful injury and a timely reconnection changed the course of his academic and professional journey. 

https://mag.wilson.edu/the-power-of-a-curveball/

Student Spotlight: Jenna Benke ’25

Jenna Benke ’25, a double major in Animal Studies with a concentration in Environmental Science and Environmental Sustainability, spent her spring semester as a Nature and Conservation Intern with the Conococheague Institute. This experience allowed her to explore and cultivate her deep passion for the environment through a variety of hands-on roles.

One of the projects during her internship was a comprehensive water monitoring study of the Institute’s wetlands pond. Jenna documented her research and findings in this video.

In her video, Jenna explains the importance of freshwater monitoring for both aquatic life and human safety. She demonstrates the use of a low-cost water monitoring kit to perform various tests, each providing insights into the pond's health.

Internships like Jenna's provide invaluable real-world experience, offering mentorship, and a pathway to career growth. Wilson College is committed to supporting student, ensuring they are well-prepared to make a meaningful difference in their chosen fields.

Spring 2025 Dean's List

Congratulations to all the students who made the Wilson College Dean's List for Spring 2025.

Hope Adams
Jill Ahlgren
Hannah Aker
Paige Albright
Elizabeth Alfaro
Rusbelly Almonte
Esteban Alvarez Magana
Eric Arbogast
Mary Arnold
Kaeden Babcock
Sydney Babicek
Barbara Baker
Brady Bakner
Acadia Banis
Jennifer Bannon
Rachel Bardsley
Emmy Baschoff
Hana Bellows
Jenna Benke
Payton Bennett
Rachel Biesecker
Seth Bivens
Michaela Black
Kaitlyn Blizzard
Jason Boak
Yuliya Bondar
Amaia Bonebrake
Madison Bootie
Hannah Bost
Shelby Bowman
Emily Brechbiel
Laura Breighner
Madison Briggs
Brittany Brown
Trinity Brown
Matt Browning
Alexis Buckley
Sarah Bushey
Sophia Callahan
Elisabeth Camplese
Justine Castro
Cinthya Chavarria
Arielle Chico
Lenin Cinco
Jamie Clendening
Caryn Cordell
Elizabeth Cordon
Jorge Cortez
Leilannie Cortez
Tyler Cottone
Rachel Coulter
Ava Cox
Faith Crawford
Gavin Creamer
Sarah Crowe
Katelyn Crup
Allie Cullison
Rylee Curley
Bryson Curtis
Karen Cutler
Lindsey Dalenberg
Grace Damato
Colin Davidson
Crystal Davis
Maddie Davis
Adaira Decker
Haley Decker
Emma Delicato
Angela Dewald
Isabella Di Troia
Sarah Diehl
Payton Dietrich
Olivia Dingzon
Kelly Ditson
Jenna Dixon
Kaylie Dixon
Kassandra Dotterer
Alexis Doyle
Madison Ebersole
Amelia Edens
Julia Elliott
Olivia Ewing
Sadie Fike
Joi Fisher
Anna Flenner
Patty Flook
Kylie Focht
Chelcie Forrester
Rebecca Fox
Alicia Francavage
Laura Francis
Danica Frushour
Claudia Fumagalli
Lyssa Gable
Kylie Gardiner
Emily Garner
Hamida Gawhari
Homaira Gawhari
Olivia Gelbaugh
Andrew Gervasi
Mary Gingrich
Lainnie Glenn
Erin Gohegan
Aniya Gonzalez
Shannon Gouge
Alessandro Granados
Margaret Greeley
Abby Grosh
Maya Grove
Jasmine Gruver
Haley Hamrick
Madison Hamrick
Taylor Hardesty
Miranda Hardy
Shelby Harmon
Andrew Harner
Sydney Hartle
Elysabeth Haugh
Ella Hawbecker
Taylor Hayes
Libby Heaton
Carrie Heberlig
Addie Hebert
Kaitlyn Heffner
Olivia Heidrich
Luke Helman
Alyvia Henneman
Nikki Hockenberry
Olivia Hoffman
Libby Houseman
Abigail Howard Gois
Jenna Howell
Lexie Hubbard
Susan Hubbard
Ace Hudnell
Kyra Huebner
Tashema Huffman
Jada Jenkins
Shavon Johnson
Lily Kamarer
Casey Kauffman
Jessica Kauffman
Katelyn Keller
Chloe Kelley
Stacy Kerr
Trea Keys
Maria Klein
Madison Kline
Ryan Koontz
Melissa Labritz
Sage Lague
Elizabeth Landon
Brooke Leedy
Audrey Leke
Riley LeMay
Michael Light
Matthew Line
Kalyna Lloyd
Ethan Locklear
Aliya Lockman
Kendi Long
Jaylyn Lopez
Elena Lotruglio
Lexy Lott
Sarah Love
Jeremiah Loyer
Adrian Lugo
Savanna Mackie
Carleigh Magers
Ava Magras
Kinsey Mancill
Rebecca Marakovitz
Amanda Margeson
Elaina Marker
Emily Martin
Sage Martin
Sydney Marza
Payton McCauley
Jacob Mccoy
Cadence Mcmahon
Camrynn Mcmillan
Carley McNew
Drue Meals
Andrea Medina
Gianna Menzietti
Benjamin Metz
Tori Meyer
Klarissa Miley
Delaney Miller
Emily Miller
Kara Miller
Madison Miller
Jeremy Mitchell
Summer Moffett
Waverly Moffett
Skylar Molnar
Mackenzie Monn
Abby Moreland
Marcus Moreno
Reagan Morris
Lia Mort
Kiaya Mouer
Christine Mulherin
Natalie Mullen
Belle Musselman
Charles Musser
Alayna Myatt
Nicole Myers
Christopher Natale
Vincent Natale
Rachel Newswanger
Daniel Nill
Brandi Nissley
Brett Nolan
Kiera O'Brine
Caitlin Oliviero
Anya Parkolay
Laura Paxson
Ittai Payne
Kalea Pechart
Liam Pepol
Jalen Pierce
Rylee Piper
Caden Pollard
Kaylee Pomfret
Rosa Portilla
Brooklyn Presley
Emily Randalls
Tobias Reese
Josie Reinhardt
Makayla Reiter
Kayla Richards
Ashley Ringquist
Michael Rios
Laela Robinson
Piper Rohrbaugh
Zoe Rosen
Abby Rosenberry
Emma Roset
Erin Roszkowiak
Anna Rozenson
Mimi Rubio
Reilly Ryan
Sam Rybacki
Olalla Sanchez
Lynn Sarisky
Leila Schreiner
Niki Schussler
Katelynn Scott
Savanah Seablom
Alycia Semanco
Kate Seymour
Halley Shaffer
Megan Shank
Sophie Shatzer
Alysa Sheats
Kayla Shepard
Connor Shope
Hannah Shultz
Alea Smith
Anna Smith
Brian Smith
Jamie Smith
Tyler Smith
Armana Smithberger
Brianna Snyder
Regina Snyder
Madison Sokolowski
Kayla Solomon
Bianca Sommers
Heydi Soto-Montano
Marlyn Soto-Velasquez
Skyler Speigle
Emily Stamper
Jessica Startzel
Hailey Steele
Kayla Steinmetz
Camden Sterner
Ashley Stevens
Barry Stocks
Abigail Stoner
Cheyenne Strenski
Hennessy Strine
Erin Sullivan
Paige Sullivan
Chase Supensky
Andrew Sviben
Isabella Swan
Jade Syto
Kayla Talbert
Engelbert Chinfon Tameh
Karson Taylor
Alexis Thomas
Alyssa Thomas
Diana Thomas
Megan Thompson
Justin Timmons
Travis Timmons
Jewels Torres
Ryan Torres
Winter Trammell
Senta Trate
Rebekah Tuckey
Gretchen Turner
Ryan Turner
Finley Vandevander
Megan Vinson
Amayah Walker
Erin Walsh
Gillian Walters
Allison Watkins
Sierra Wayland
Bella Weaver
Xavier Webber
Laci Weinhold
Rylynn Welsh
Dakota Werts
Rachael Weston
Taylor White
Lea Wilhelm
Julia Wilkes
Jace Williams
Arianna Winlack
Judi Wolf
Jackson Wolfe
Jade Wolfe
Anne Wolfrum
Marissa Woodward
Tristan Worlock
Lexie Wyrick
Liam Yeatman
Emily D. Young
Jade Young
Emily Zavadak
Olivia Ziegler
Joseph Ziercher
Ellen Zimmerman
Anthony Zinzi
Hunter Zittle 

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Spring 2025 Dean's List