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Anne Kozlowski

Sophomore
Music Theatre Major

Hometown: Mount Pleasant, Mich.

Anne portrayed Rosamund in CMU University Theatre’s fall 2011 production of “The Robber Bridegroom,” a lively musical about Mississippi natives recounting the folk history of their ancestors. Being involved in on-campus productions has provided her opportunities that will benefit her dreams of someday performing on Broadway.

Hard work pays off: “It’s amazing all of the work that goes into putting on a show for five days. I love the journey that everyone takes together and the relationships you gain from it.”

Skills to make it: Through her academics and involvement in the theater program, Anne has learned a number of skills, such as communication, collaboration and time management, that she says will help give her a competitive edge. “Since I want to be a professional performer, being involved in theater at CMU has given me many professional skills that I will need when I graduate.”

Family ties: “The professors and people here are wonderful. I couldn’t have asked for a better family here at CMU, and I don’t know where I would be without all of them.”

Click here to learn about University Theatre and the Department of Communication and Dramatic Arts at CMU.

John G. Phillips

Senior
Biology, Environmental Studies and History major

Hometown: Manistee, Mich.

John is establishing a legacy at CMU as the first undergraduate student nominated for the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship opportunity. His determined efforts are seen both inside and outside the classroom, from working closely in the lab with CMU faculty member Kirsten Nicholson investigating the systematics of anole lizards, to conducting international research on relationships between species, motivating his triathlon club teammates and combining travel with preservation efforts as an Alternative Breaks site leader.

Scholar at heart: “I have really enjoyed the opportunities that being a Centralis scholar has provided to me, and I would recommend any student try out the Honors Program. The research experience that I have gained through the program has been invaluable when applying for graduate school because it has made me stand out against the competition.”

Inspired by collaboration: “I believe we can find inspiration from many different people everyday. Dr. Nicholson inspires me as I work on research in her lab. She encourages me to do a lot of interesting research, and I would not be where I am today without her.”

Impacting the future: “Being the first person from CMU to be nominated for the Rhodes Scholarship is surreal and something that I hope carries on long after I graduate to provide other students the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to represent their university.”

Click here to learn about CMU’s Centralis Scholarship Program.

Click here to learn about CMU’s Honors Program.

Defining student involvement

Meredith Clark and Alan Jones define student involvement at CMU. Meredith is involved in many organizations such as Orchesis Dance Theatre, Leadership Safari and the Alternative Breaks Program. Alan is active in numerous groups including Speech and Debate, Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity, Sexual Aggression Peer Advocates and Men About Change.

These two students, who were nominated and voted by their peers as the CMU 2011 Homecoming Gold Ambassadors, are continuing to represent the best of CMU through their involvement and achievements.

Meredith Clark

Senior
Elementary Education/Language Arts major

Hometown: Clarkston, Mich.

Impact of involvement: “Through my involvement, I have built a rapport with faculty who have taught me about professionalism and leadership in the workplace. I know that the skills I have developed at CMU will assist me in achieving success after graduation.”

Gold rewards: “I felt so honored to represent Central Michigan University as a Gold Ambassador. Central Michigan has provided me with the tools to be successful both in and out of the classroom, and I feel lucky to be able to give back to the school that has given me so much.”

Charitable growth: “I have a strong passion for helping others, and through First Book (a national nonprofit organization that promotes literacy for underprivileged children), I have had the opportunity to volunteer in local schools while serving as an after school tutor and pen pal. First Book CMU has contributed to the positive experience I have had at the university while shaping me into the person I am today.”

Alan Jones

Senior
Psychology major

Hometown: Detroit, Mich.

Campus connections: “I have had so many amazing professors, advisers, mentors and friends. The people I have met during my time at CMU are who got me to this point.”

Thinking critically: “My extracurricular activities allow me to continue to grow and learn about different issues and the world around me. This keeps me thinking and allows me to connect with different people.”

Unmatched opportunities: “Here at CMU you can turn any idea into a reality. There are hundreds of organizations and if there isn’t one you want to join, you can start your own. The opportunities here to grow into a leader could not be duplicated anywhere else.”

Click here to learn about CMU’s more than 280 Registered Student Organizations.