Student Spotlights


Brianna Hernandez
Majors: Social Work
Minors: Sociology
Hometown: Bensenville, Illinois
“There are so many professors who have played a bigger role in my life than just the word ‘teacher’ can ever describe. They’ve each taught me something that I’ve gotten to take with me on my own personal journey.”

Sienna Hirsch
Majors: Social Work
Minors: Spanish, Studio Art
Hometown: Greenfield, WI
“In the Social Work Department, everyone has the common goal of seeking social change and justice. We may have different areas of interest, but when you look at the big picture, you can see that what we really care about is the wellbeing of others.”

Annie Shirley
Majors: Social Work
Minors: Sociology and Women’s and Gender Studies
Hometown: Plano, Ill.
“The biggest surprise is how quickly Carthage became like a home for me. I was surprised by how many great friends I made and how much my professors really cared about me.”

Kylee Straka
Majors: Social Work
Minors: Psychology
Hometown: Racine, WI
“Social workers are very important advocates for marginalized groups in society.”