Hear From Students

Adam Blackwood ’24
Majors: Music, Core Vocal Emphasis; Business Management
Hometown: Franklin, Wis.
“I chose Carthage because I was amazed by how friendly and welcoming it felt when auditioning for the music scholarships. Even after committing, I still felt welcomed by the music staff.”
Emily Halfmann ’25
Majors: Music, Musical Theatre, and Self Design Major in Directing
Minors: Spanish
Hometown: Peshtigo, Wisconsin
“You are not a number at Carthage. The smaller programs allow you to form relationships with your peers, faculty, and staff that help you to learn and grow in a way that works best for you.”

Nathan Koehlert ’24
Majors: Music Performance and Accounting
Hometown: Algonquin, Illinois
“I recommend majoring in music performance because you get to learn how to become a better musician, not just in singing or playing your instrument — you also get to learn how to conduct.”

Avery Morris ’24
Majors: Vocal Music Education
Minors: Theatre
Hometown: Racine, Wisconsin
“One thing about Carthage that I love is the smaller classes, so I really get to know my professors.”