Recent Graduate Students
Doug Gisewhite
B. S. Clarion University, PA
Burgmayer Group, bioinorganic chemistry
Why Bryn Mawr?
"You can do graduate work in a small school atmosphere and have the opportunity to see your research advisor on a daily basis."
what Doug loves to do besides chemistry:
Video games 24-7
Bashkin Kokono
B. S. Drexel University
White Group, biological chemistry
Why Bryn Mawr?
"Working close with Brynmawr graduate student, Shannon Dalton, as well as undergraduates made me realize that Brynmawr is perfect fit for me to continue my graduate studies."
what Bashkin loves to do besides chemistry:
Travel and experience different cultures
Michele Seiler
B. S. Virginia Tech
Goldsmith group, inorganic and physical chemistry
Why Bryn Mawr?
"Here you have teaching opportunities where the teaching atmosphere is really distinctive and you are guided to be an effective teacher."
what Michele loves to do besides chemistry:
Ride motorcycles
Samantha Klein
B.S. West Chester University
M.A. Villanova University
joint student, Burgmayer and Goldsmith group, bioinorganic chemistry
what Samantha loves to do besides chemistry:
Raise all kinds of animals
Andy Krasley
B.S. Gettysburg College
Malachowski Group, medicinal chemistry
Why Bryn Mawr?
Bryn Mawr has a small school atmosphere, interesting research, and opportunities for hands on learning in every aspect of chemistry.
what Andy loves to do besides chemistry:
Cooking, exploring, and dreaming
Maria Winters
B.S.
M.A. Bryn Mawr College
Malachowski Group, medicinal chemistry
Why Bryn Mawr?
"I got good vibes from Bryn Mawr. It seemed like a place I would like to be. I was very interested in Dr Malachowski's research and I felt that I connected with the other graduate students almost immediately. It was easy to speak with all the professors that I met and I felt like this was definitely a close, intimate enviroment that truly fostered learning and research. Plus, I always trust my vibes.. they never lead my astray...well..almost never.. unless I'm running in unfamiliar territory..or I get distracted... or I find a new trail.."
what Maria loves to do besides chemistry:
Run marathons
Ben Williams
B.S. Franklin and Marshall College
M.A. Bryn Mawr College
Burgmayer Group, bioinorganic chemistry
Why Bryn Mawr?
"You have the opportunity to tackle signifiacnt research problems in a small research liberal arts environment."
what Ben loves to do besides chemistry:
Sing opera with the Lancaster Opera company
Sarah Burke
B.S. Eastern University
M.A. Bryn Mawr College
Malachowski Group, medicinal chemistry
Why Bryn Mawr?
"I chose Bryn Mawr College because it afforded me the opportunity to do high level research in an atmosphere that fosters the process of learning (i.e. you are not ridiculed for not always knowing the answer), emphasizes the importance of teaching, and respects my personal life."
what Sarah loves to do besides chemistry:
Travel outside the U.S.
Ryan Fealy
B.S. Delaware Valley College
M.A. Lehigh University
Goldsmith group
Why Bryn Mawr?
" The Chemistry Program at Bryn Mawr College is very effective. Research covers many areas within the discipline and one learns many different skills to make one more marketable upon graduation. There is a great balance between teaching and research, and it is terrific to be in an environment where the faculty treat you as an equal."
what Ryan loves to do besides chemistry:
Host his weekly radio show
Alyssa Bohen
B.S. Haverford College
M.A. Bryn Mawr College
Mallory Group, oragnic chemistry
Tina Ross
Malachowski Group, medicinal chemistry
Why Bryn Mawr?
"I like the flexible learning environment to tackle complex intellectual chemistry challenges using innovation, technology and courage."
Shannon Dalton
B.S. Wilson College
M.A. Bryn Mawr College
Ph. D. Bryn Mawr College 2009
Post-Doctoral Fellow, Haverford College, Fox Chase Cancer Instittute
Why Bryn Mawr?
"I came to Bryn Mawr because I loved the supportive, collaborative atmosphere, from both fellow students and faculty. I also appreciated the association between the graduate and undergraduate programs; I enjoyed being a mentor and working closely with the students in a research setting. "
what Shannon loves to do besides chemistry:
Ride horses
Kelly Ginion Matz
B.S. Franklin and Marshall College
M.A. Bryn Mawr College
Ph. D. Bryn Mawr College 2010
Instructor in Chemistry, Haverford College
what Kelly loves to do besides chemistry:
Cook
Matt Wampole
B.S.
M.A. Bryn Mawr College
Ph. D. Bryn Mawr College 2010
Postdoctoral Fellow, Thomas Jefferson University