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Maham Ali ’19
- Current Position:
Community Schools Manager at United Way of Racine County
- Major(s): International Political Economy
- Minor(s): French
“My relationships with my professors was integral in shaping my interests today. They provided me the resources and space to pursue my interests fully.”
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Margaret Wixted ’18
- Current Position:
Project Coordinator, SmartSource Technical Solutions
- Major(s): International Political Economy
“My greatest memories of Carthage are the results of doing things I never thought I could before.”
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Katie Niemeyer ’13
- Current Position:
Manager, Program Design and Implementation at Land O’Lakes International Development
- Major(s): International Political Economy and Economics
“Carthage opened doors for me – and I stepped through those doors due to the support of my Carthage mentors.”
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Ian Johnston ’15
- Current Position:
Bradley Fighting Vehicle Commander
- Major(s): International Political Economy
“Everyone I encountered in my time at Carthage believed in helping those around them.”
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Katherine Schlinder ’15
- Current Position:
Consultant at International Trade Centre in Geneva, Switzerland
- Major(s): International Political Economy, Spanish, Economics
“People with different opinions or backgrounds can be powerful teachers and give you a new perspectives on what constitutes normal or feasible. Pursue diverse experiences whenever possible because it helps you grow personally and academically.”
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Jackson Bailey ’19
- Current Position:
Research Assistant with the Council of Economic Advisors at the White House
- Major(s): Finance and International Political Economy
“Anything worth doing is worth overdoing.”
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Christina (Wright) Bruff ’04
- Current Position:
Cooperation and Development Counselor, U.S. Mission to the Organization of American States
- Major(s): Economics, International Political Economy
“Carthage professors are second to none when it comes to supporting students and truly becoming vested in students’ academic goals.”
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Sean Conley ’15
- Current Position:
Hourly Trader at ACES in Carmel, Ind.
- Major(s): International Political Economy
“Carthage was also very good at teaching me to be prepared and flexible. There were many times in my college career where, in the pursuit of a project, I would need to be able to juggle several resources and adapt as the situation changed. The same description can be applied to my career today.”
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Jen Fournier Quinn ’06
- Current Position:
Sales Manager at Uline
- Major(s): International Political Economy
“My experience at Carthage with writing and presentations was the best preparation for my transition into corporate management. It helped put me ahead of my peers who attended larger schools and did not have the writing and speaking skills.”
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Logan Frank ’17
- Current Position:
Trade Compliance Analyst at Bunzl Retail Services
- Major(s): International Political Economy and Accounting & Finance
“Carthage pushed me to always go further than what was required and to find joy in the process of learning. This has carried over and is a central part of my life.”
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Jared Fryksdale ’10
- Current Position:
Vice president at Cresco Labs
- Major(s): International Political Economy and Economics
- Minor(s): Political Science
“Nearly every day I think through an issue where the principles I see I first saw when attending Carthage.”
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Kaitlin Fuller ’12
- Current Position:
General Education Teacher at Milwaukee Public Schools
- Major(s): International Political Economy and History
- Minor(s): Economics and Dance
“Carthage gave me an inner strength that has allowed me to face and conquer challenges personally and professionally.”
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John Gray ’06
- Current Position:
Associate Director at the Office of Management and Budget
- Major(s): International Political Economy
“I always felt that my professors, like Profs. Cyr and Maltsev, provided a platform that was similar to graduate school. That style required more in-depth research and broader writing skills. But it wasn’t just the teaching style, it was the caliber of people who teach at Carthage — remarkable people — some that I still call mentors.”
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Amanda Imes ’09
- Current Position:
Economist at Minnesota Management and Budget, Co-owner of Boreal Bliss Yoga Retreats
- Major(s): International Political Economy and Economics
“Each course often required me to write multiple papers. I have deep gratitude for the professors who took the time and care to read, edit, and support me as I found my voice.”
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Allen Kuzilwa ’03
- Current Position:
Education and Culture Attache for the High Commission of the United Republic of Tanzania
- Major(s): International Political Economy
“Part of a diplomat’s daily task is to report to capitals on new developments that affect our nations’ bilateral and international relations. The liberal arts education I received at Carthage equipped me with tools to look deeper into some of these developments, and produce analytical reports that enable government leaders to make informed and better decisions.”
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Monica LaFaive ’17
- Current Position:
Underwriter at Jewelers Mutual
- Major(s): International Political Economy and Spanish
- Minor(s): Dance
“Since the classes were so hands on with the professors, the quality of my education really prepared me for my career.”
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Josh Lamers ’10
- Current Position:
Sell-side analyst at William Blair & Company
- Major(s): International Political Economy
“Being involved in Carthage organizations such as the Mock Trial Team was instrumental in helping me build my public speaking ability, critical thinking, and teamwork skills.”
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Trevor Lipsett ’10
- Current Position:
Director of Client Experience and Reporting at Hightower Advisors
- Major(s): IPE
- Minor(s): Chinese
“Carthage gives you a unique ability to get involved and contribute both academically and socially in a non-intimidating way.”
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John Lothman ’08
- Current Position:
Senior Manager at Ernst & Young LLP (EY Consulting);
Owner of McLain’s Market/Bakery - Major(s): International Political Economy
- Minor(s): German and Economics
“In my collegiate career, I was able to develop leadership traits quickly through active involvement, critical thinking concepts, and teaming.”
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Ashley Mikkola ’14
- Current Position:
Full-stack Software Developer at Aceleron Energy
- Major(s): International Political Economy
- Minor(s): German
“The requirements for a diverse course load at Carthage has given me confidence to try things outside of my comfort zone.”
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Owen Myers ’18
- Current Position:
Polaris District Executive at Boy Scouts of America
- Major(s): Political Science, International Political Economy
“Carthage’s mission is a roadmap for something that we all desire—a better world. By seeking truth, we always strive to understand those around us, learning that we have more that unites than divides us. By building strength, we identify what we do right to further perfect it. By inspiring service, we take concrete steps to improve society’s condition. By doing all of this together, we demonstrate ethical leadership and multiply the good that would otherwise be done.”
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Kaitlin Theobald ’15
- Current Position:
Western Culture Ambassador at Shang Xia – Hermès Group
- Major(s): International Political Economy
“Carthage helped with my foreign language skills. Studying abroad helped me learn how to adapt on my own in a foreign land. The wide range of courses and professors were essential in teaching me to deal with different types of people and situations.”
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Allison Von Borstel ’15
- Current Position:
Senior Economic Modeler at Nielsen
- Major(s): Economics, International Political Economy
“I knew beginning college that I wanted to explore my different interests in an environment that was small enough to truly be called a community. Looking back, Carthage was just that.”
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