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6ACADEMICSAdvising, faculty, majors and minorsAt Berry, yourINTELLECTUALDEVELOPMENT,PRACTICAL LEARNINGEXPERIENCESandPERSONAL DISCOVERYwill be carefully connectedand constantly deepened throughmentorship and reflection.8THE BERRY COMPACT Our signature approach (and commitment)10A CULTURE OF MENTORSHIP Guides for the rest of your life14THE WORLD’S LARGEST CAMPUS Unique facilities, many ecosystems16LIFEWORKSEight semesters of guaranteed paidprofessional development18LIFE AT BERRY Clubs, activities and athletics20OUTCOMES Our graduates’ successIMAGE22NEXT STEPS Admission, financial aid,scholarships and visitingThis gives them context and substance.Which makes them last.IN 1902, BELIEVINGTHAT A QUALITYEDUCATION SHOULDBE AVAILABLE TO ALL,our founder Martha Berry started a schoolwith the idea that her students would helpbuild and maintain it. Today’s students remainequally invested in taking ownership of theireducations. And Berry remains equallycommitted to partnering with studentsand families to make this education —and its lifelong value — possible.3

SEEKCHALLENGE.FINDSUPPORT.You are wonderfully unique.Your education should be equally so.HERE, YOU WILL DEVELOP A FOUR-YEAR PLANthat relates your academic interestsand professional goals to relevantpractical learning experiences.400SCHOLARLYARTICLES and4075 MAJORS,MINORS ANDCONCENTRATIONSas well as pre-professionaltracks in pre-dentistry,pre-law, pre-medicine,pre-pharmacy andpre-veterinary medicine4TOP 10%92%of Berry facultymembers HOLD A PH.D.OR THE HIGHESTDEGREE in their field.RANKING OFBERRY’S STUDENT/FACULTYINTERACTION(according to theNational Survey ofStudent Engagement)BOOKS publishedby Berry facultyover the past five years65scholarly articlesCO-AUTHORED BYBERRY STUDENTSin the past yearYOU WILL BE GUIDED BY TRUSTED MENTORSwho understand your goals and dreams, connectyou with life-changing opportunities and consideryour well-being as important as their own.1,100number ofPRESENTATIONSBY BERRY FACULTYat major professionalconferences overthe past five years19010OFFICE HOURS(at least) per week offeredby each Berry professorpresentations for which48,600in the past five years(at least) available toBerry students throughoutthe school yearBERRY STUDENTSHAVE BEENCO-PRESENTERS(Come see what’s possible whenpeople walking different paths cometogether with common purpose.)OFFICE HOURS5

ACADEMICSBERRY’S MORE THAN 75 MAJORS,MINORS, CONCENTRATIONS ANDPRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMSbroaden your understanding, expand yourintellectual toolkit and prepare you for mastery ofa future that demands not only deep knowledge ofyour discipline but also the ability to move nimblybetween an abundance of ideas and perspectives.LEARN FROMTHE BEST.YourinterestsandambitionsCONSIDERTHIS:THE IDEALEDUCATION HASYOU ATITS CENTER.YourquestionsYour ideasin openconversationYourvaluesTEACHERS. SCHOLARS. MENTORS.THEIR BEST WORK IS DONE WHEN STANDING ELBOW-TO-ELBOWWITH STUDENTS. Whatever they’re teaching, thinking,making, shaping, exploring or discovering at any given time,Your uniquecontributionsTHEIR WORK IS ENHANCED BY YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS.The idealeducation invitesyou to engage.MAKE THEMEVEN BETTER.THERE’S ONLY ONE BERRY.Here, you’ll learn how to think and write and communicatewith clarity and confidence. You’ll apply your learningin practical contexts, over and over, until it really sticks.ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE (in its many forms) IS THEAccountingAnimal nceProductionManagementApplied BehavioralAnalysisApplied PhysicsArtConcentrations:Art EducationArt HistoryStudio ArtBiochemistryBiologyConcentrations:Integrative BiologyWildlife, Ecologyand ConservationCellular andBiomedicalBusiness (minor only)ChemistryCommunicationConcentrations:Digital StorytellingPublic RelationsSportsCommunicationFilmmaking &Cinematic ve WritingDance (minor only)Early ChildhoodEducationEconomicsElementary EducationEnglishEntrepreneurship& Innovation(minor ntrations:EnvironmentalStudiesEnvironmentalPolicy StudiesExercise ScienceFamily Studies(minor only)FinanceFrenchGeology (minor only)GermanHistoryIndividually DesignedMajorInternationalBusinessInternational AffairsLegal Studies(minor Computer ScienceMathematicsMathematicsEducationMiddle GradesEducationMusicMusic EducationMusic withElective Studiesin BusinessMusic PerformanceMusical Theatre(minor only)One Health Science(minor sional TrackGeneral PhysicsPolitical SciencePsychologyPublic Relations(minor only)Religion (minor only)Secondary EducationSocialEntrepreneurship(minor only)Sociology &AnthropologySpanishSportsAdministrationTeaching Englishas a ForeignLanguage(minor only)TheatreWeb Development(minor only)Women’s andGender Studies(minor only)DUAL-DEGREEPROGRAMSEngineering withGeorgia Instituteof TechnologySchool ofEngineering orKennesaw essionsPre-LawPre-Physical TherapySee the full list (including minors and concentrations)at: BERRY.EDU/ACADEMICS/MAJORSFOUNDATION OF EVERYTHING THAT HAPPENS HERE.BUT IT’S EVERYTHING ELSE — distinctive experiences that amplifylearning and uniquely prepare you for whatever comes next —THAT PLACES THE BERRY EDUCATION IN A CATEGORY OF ITS OWN.(That’s what the rest of this book is about.)67

THE BERRY COMPACTCONTRIBUTEWITH PURPOSE.SINCE OUR FOUNDING,BERRY HAS THRIVEDON THE IDEA OF SHAREDCOMMITMENT:Martha Berry provided aquality education. Her studentshelped build the school andcontribute to its daily operation.The spirit of reciprocity continuestoday through The Berry Compact,a distinctive approach to educationin which students take uncommonownership of their college experiencewhile receiving extraordinarymentorship and unmatchedopportunities for professional andpersonal development.The essential core of the Berryeducation is a student-facultypartnership that results in aFOUR-YEAR SEQUENCEOF INTROSPECTION,EXPERIENCE, GROWTHAND REFLECTION.It ensures the things you learnwill relate to the things you doand the person you become.8What we provide:A FOUR-YEAR PLANthat carefully integrates classroomstudies, experiential learning,purposeful reflection and personaldevelopment, guided by Berry’sCenter for Personal andProfessional Development.OUR LANDMARKLIFEWORKS PROGRAM,which guarantees eight semesters ofpaid professional development to everyBerry student, with the opportunity forsignificant leadership and managementexperience (learn more on page 16).A CELEBRATEDCULTURE OFMENTORSHIP ANDSUPPORTthat helps our students develop asscholars, test and strengthen theircharacter and thrive in every aspectof their lives (learn more on page 10).RECEIVEWITH NO LIMIT.In turn, we ask you totruly engage in life andlearning at Berry:TAKE OWNERSHIPBY CONTRIBUTINGTO THE DAILY WORKOF MAINTAININGYOUR COLLEGE,THE RESULT IS ANEDUCATION THAT IS NOTJUST UNIQUE BUT ALSOIMPOSSIBLE TO DUPLICATE.choosing among more than1,000 possibilities and filling keyroles in any of our 180 departments(learn more on page 16).SHOW UP AND DIG IN,sharing your experience, opinionand energy with the Berry community— in class and everywhere else.USE WHAT YOU LEARNHERE FOR THE GOOD,putting your education in motionfor the benefit of the Berry communityand the larger world.FIRST YEARSECOND YEARTHIRD YEARFOURTH YEARIntellectualConnect with your faculty mentor;identify ideas that excite you.Choose or affirm your major;take courses that challenge you.Deepen your study through a hands-onproject or experience.Prepare to discuss your intellectualgrowth and accomplishments(this will help you in job interviews).PracticalStart your first campus job(equivalent of entry-level internship).Select a job with increased responsibility —one that complements your studies.Take a job with a significant managementor mentoring component; preparefor graduate school or job applications.Reflect upon your growth in work andleadership; train and mentor younger peers.PersonalMake friends, learn to set goals andfind your place in the Berry community.Build character through leadership; identifymentors and post-graduate goals.Evaluate your post-college goals; reflect uponand articulate your values and ambitions.Create a plan for your next five years;remember that Berry will always be home.9

A CULTURE OF MENTORSHIPDANIELLE’SROLE MODELAND MENTORKONRAD JACOBSJAKE’SACADEMICADVISORMATTHEW JOHNSON ’17Berry alumnusDANIELLE’SLIFEWORKSSUPERVISORDR. KEN MARTINAssociate Professor ofChemistryLYDIA GORDONAssistant Director of StudentActivities and Krannert CenterActivities Board Advisor“Dr. Turlingtonhelped me land aresearch position with arenowned physician-scientistand publish a paper in ahigh-impact journal. I feelcomfortable going into hisoffice to talk about lifeoutside of school.”JAKE’SRESEARCHMENTORDR. MARK TURLINGTONAssociate Professorof ChemistryDR. KATE MORALESAssistant Professor of NursingJAKE’SASSISTANTSOCCERCOACHCOWORKERSFOR THEDEAN OFSTUDENTSJAKE DOIRON ’19Biochemistry major,One Health Studies minorDANIELLE BOWLING ’19Nursing major“Cecily Crow isthe epitome ofdedication, embodyingeverything it means to bea mentor — advocating forme, providing leadershipopportunities and helping medevelop the skills I need tosolve problems.”DANIELLE’SLIFEWORKSSUPERVISORCECILY CROWDirector of Student SSUPERVISORPROFESSORSadvise first-year students,supervise LifeWorkspositions, partner withstudents in scholarshipor research and adviseindependent projects.LEADERSHIPFELLOWSLAURA PHILLIPSAdministrative AssistantDANIELLE’SCLINICALINSTRUCTORMELODY DREYER ’18Berry see LifeWorks positionsin all 180 departments,helping studentsbuild critical skills andprofessional experience.COACHESteach skills that apply onthe field and everywhereelse, from teamwork andtime management todiscipline and work ethic.BRI’SSTUDENTORIENTATIONLEADERSEEK PEOPLEYOU ADMIRE.EMILY SMITH ’18AlumnaFELLOW STUDENTSsupport fellow studentsas peer mentors,workplace supervisors,resident advisors andorientation leaders.BRI’SCO-WORKERAND WORKPLACEMENTORCHRIS’LIFEWORKSMENTORKATHERINE POWELLFormer Director, Office ofFirst-Year ExperienceALUMNIhelp students thinkthrough careers, makeprofessional connectionsand find opportunitiesfor internships and jobs.TRICIA THOMAS ’19Berry studentBRI’SLIFEWORKSSUPERVISORBRI’SCO- LEADER OFA COURSE FORFIRST-YEARSTUDENTSDR. VICTOR BISSONNETTEAssociate Professorof PsychologyBECOME YOURBEST SELF.Everywhere youlook at Berry, YOU’LLFIND MENTORS WHOARE WILLING TO DEVOTESIGNIFICANT PORTIONSOF THEIR OWN LIVES TOHELPING YOU GET MOREOUT OF YOURS.“Dr. Bissonnetteis the most inspirationaland self-motivated personI know. He taught meto never give up, becausedreams aren’t meantto be easy.”CHRIS’FIRST-YEARMENTORBERRY PEOPLEMAKE EACHOTHER BETTER.BRANDON WILLIAMSONHead Athletic TrainerIt’s what happens whenconditions are right.BRI’SDELIGHTMINISTRIESLEADERBRI GREYLING ’21Communication major,Concentration in Public RelationsCHRIS ARNOLD ’20Biochemistry major,Music minor“Lindsey Taylorhas been a great rolemodel and supervisor.She’s given me a tonof responsibility as aleader but always makesherself available.”CHRIS’ROLE MODELAND STUDENTORIENTATIONSUPERVISORLINDSEY TAYLORVice President ofStudent AffairsBRI’SCO-WORKER,ZUMBAINSTRUCTOR,MENTOR ANDFRIENDBRI’SFIRST-YEARSTUDENTMENTORLEIGH HADAWAY ’19Berry student10CHRIS’LIFEWORKSSUPERVISORGINGER SWANNAssistant Director of Athleticsfor Sports Medicine11

EXPLORETHE WORLD.MAKE ITYOUR OWN.YOUR LIFE ON THIS CAMPUS(the world’s largest) will be distinguished by dailyopportunities to make positive contributions —while logging invaluable professional experience.YOUR LIFE IN THIS COMMUNITYwill be a joyful celebration of friendshipand new ideas, centered around the peopleand pursuits you most enjoy.YOUR LIFE AFTER BERRYwill be built on a solid foundation of knowledge,preparation and lasting connections.(From the moment you join this community —and for the rest of your life — you’ll bepart of something bigger than yourself.)1,000 8SEMESTERSOF PAID,PROFESSIONALDEVELOPMENTEXPERIENCEguaranteed to everystudent through Berry’sLifeWorks verage HOURS PERWEEK students spendON PROFESSIONALDEVELOPMENT 5 MILLIONANNUAL STUDENTPAYROLL for27,00099%13:1LifeWorks programof students participatein LifeWorks.ACRE CAMPUSACRE-TO-STUDENTRATIO89%2370 82%OF STUDENTS LIVEON CAMPUS.STUDENT-RUNCLUBS ANDORGANIZATIONSNCAA DIVISION IIISPORTS TEAMSOF BERRY FRESHMENRETURN FORSOPHOMORE YEAR.13

THE WORLD’S LARGEST CAMPUSTHINK BIG.ENJOY THE VIEW.SCALE CAN BE MEASURED IN VARIOUS WAYS.We’ve got size covered. At 27,000 acres, Berry is more than twice thesize of the world’s second-largest campus. But what about scope?(By which we mean opportunities for our students to experienceand find what they simply couldn’t anywhere else.)Opportunities.We submit the following evidence.RESEARCH: More than 28 research projects are underway,many with a focus on sustainablity — from short-term studiesto a 20-year (and counting) longleaf pine restoration effort.Join ongoing efforts or launch your own.BIODIVERSITY: This campus offers unparalleled access toa wide range of natural habitats — including a major river, smallerstreams, large and small ponds, wetlands, oak and pine forests,agricultural lands and an arboretum.LIFEWORKS: From museum work to dairy herd managementto student teaching in Georgia’s only campus-based lab schools,highly specialized campus facilities mean you’ll have uncommonopportunities for learning on the job.14BERRY ENTERPRISES: Campus is home to an array ofunique resources and facilities that fuel Berry College StudentEnterprises — from a bike shop to a bed-and-breakfast to a workingfarm with crops and livestock — giving entrepreneurial students thechance to run (or even launch) a small business.OUTDOOR RECREATION: Want to get outside? You’ve come tothe right place. Rent a kayak. Book a campsite. Learn orienteering.Take a hike to clear your head (you have 88 miles of trails from whichto choose). We’ll provide the gear, maps, guides and acreage.FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS SPACES: Whether singing,dancing, acting, building sets, playing for the orchestra or givinga standing ovation, Berry students embrace the creative impulse,supported by 7 performance spaces, 14 practice rooms and8 studio spaces across campus.ATHLETICS: From our 131,000-square-foot fitness center to ourgleaming pool (with observation seating) to a football stadium somajestic we call it Valhalla, the Berry campus is an athlete’s paradise.Illustration by Eleonora Kolycheva15

LIFEWORKSWORK A JOB.BUILD A LIFE.Distinguishing our culture and education since 1902,Berry’s LifeWorks program gives all students theopportunity to log EIGHT SEMESTERS OF PROFESSIONALDEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCE so they can earn money whilelearning on the job and developing into dream employees.Level 5: LEADWHAT YOU DOOversee a program. Manage a staff.Conduct reviews. Track budgets. Addresschallenges. Demonstrate positive results.Level 4: MANAGEWHAT YOU DOLevel 3: CONTRIBUTEWHAT YOU DOLevel 2: STEPUPWHAT YOU DOHOW IT WORKSEveryone starts at a Level 1 (entry level)position and works their way up from there,as high as Level 5 (program director).Regardless of the type of work, you’ll gainvaluable skills and experience at every step.The result of four years ofintensive, built-in professionaldevelopment, our graduatesare known for beingCONFIDENT, SELF-MOTIVATED,RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS with anUNSHAKABLE WORK ETHIC andUNCOMPROMISING CHARACTER.Level 1: DIGINWHAT YOU DOMow the grass. Answer the phones.Serve the lunch. In other words:the critical nuts-and-bolts businessof making Berry run.WHAT YOU GAINA solid backbone. Down-to-earth grit.Dependability. The humility and steadywork ethic that employers look for. Andmaybe some cooking skills.WORK POSSIBILITIESWork in a research lab. Help edit thecampus newspaper. Up your involvementand increase your responsibilities.WHAT YOU GAINTake on more challenging aspects ofthe job, learning a specialty and workingwith others to accomplish complex tasks.Discipline. Self-confidence.Analytical chops.WHAT YOU GAINAccounting and Finance Specialist,Genetics Reproduction Manager, PhotoEditor, Social Media Manager, CarbonNeutrality Assistant, Veterinary Assistant,Campus Ministry Coordinator, PersonalFitness TrainerTime management.Problem-solving. Teamwork.WORK POSSIBILITIESEvent Coordinator, Athletics Trainer,Financial Services Assistant, RopesCourse Technician, IT Network OperationsAssistant, Science Lab Assistant, TheatreScene Shop Technician, ProspectResearch Assistant, Strength andConditioning AssistantWORK POSSIBILITIESWHAT YOU GAINShift from learning the ropes to showingothers how to climb them. There’s nobetter way to cement what you’ve learnedthan teaching it to someone else.Accountability. Judgment. Fearlessness.WORK POSSIBILITIESHorse Barn Director, Nutrition Specialist,Computer Lab Director, Science LabDirector, Campus Ministry Leader, ChiefBuilding Supervisor, Student AdmissionsCounselor, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief,Financial Planning AnalystWHAT YOU GAIN Responsibility. Diplomacy. Discernment.WORK POSSIBILITIESNews Producer, Grounds Crew Supervisor,Chemical Inventory Manager, AdvancedPeer Educator, Predictive AnalyticsSpecialist, IT Helpdesk Supervisor, AthleticConcessions Manager, Coordinator ofVolunteer Services, Dance CompanyManager, Fitness SupervisorTHE STAKES AREHIGHER WHEN THE BUCKSTOPS WITH YOU —AS ARE THE REWARDS.Grounds Crew Member, Housekeeper,Postal Clerk, Pre-K Assistant, CeramicsStudio Assistant, Outdoor RecreationAssistant, Social Media AssistantGUIDINGOTHERS DEEPENS YOUROWN CAPACITY.THE BIG PICTURE COMES INTOFOCUS WHEN YOU PAY ATTENTIONTO THE IMPORTANT DETAILS.THE KEY TO PERSONALSUCCESS IS LEARNING HOW TODEPEND ON OTHERS.GLORY IS BUILT ONDOGGEDNESS.16Every one of Berry’s180 DEPARTMENTSEMPLOYS STUDENTS,providing options thatbolster resumes bybuilding practical skillsand intangible attributesthat contribute to successin every profession. cademic SupportAand Research Animal Care Arts and Theatre Communicationand Media Arts Community Engagement Athletics/Fitness/Recreation EnvironmentalSustainability Event Planning Business Consulting Business Operations Education (pre-K–8) Graphic DesignHospitality Laboratory Support Library Services Marketing Medical Services Philanthropy Publications –Writing/Editing Public Relations/Communications Religion/Chaplain’s Office Skills and Crafts Student Services Technology Tutoring17

LIFE AT BERRYOUTDOORRECREATIONENCOUNTERNEW IDEAS.FINE ANDPERFORMINGARTSCheaply RENT WHATEVER EQUIPMENTYOU NEED TO EXPLORE OURSTUNNING CAMPUS. Camp, hike, cycle,canoe, fish, hunt or ride horseback oncampus. Join off-campus climbing, kayakingand standup paddleboarding adventures.The creative impulse is everywhereat Berry, from our classrooms toour makerspaces to the DOZENS OFPERFORMANCES, TALKS, FILMSCREENINGS, WORKSHOPSAND GALLERY EXHIBITS by Berrystudents and visiting artists each year. 10 GALLERY SHOWSTHE OTHER HALF OF YOUR BERRY EDUCATIONUNFOLDS BEYOND THE CLASSROOM WALLS.You’ll spend every day for four years living,learning, discussing, debating, discovering, exploring,absorbing, convening, communing and otherwiseexperiencing life with a concentrated gathering ofsmart, engaged and fascinating people. 3MAINSTAGE THEATRICALPRODUCTIONS 2 DANCE CONCERTSFITNESSThe Cage Center, a 131,000-square-footfacility, seats nearly 2,000 for varsityathletics, and also contains a natatoriumwith observation seating, a fitness center,racquetball courts and an indoor track.Classes in yoga, Zumba, Barre, cyclingand other classes are offered weekly.COMMUNITYCULTUREThere’s just something about thisplace. Our students are WARM, KIND,WELCOMING and GENUINELYHAPPY to be here.PERSONAL TRAINING IS FREE to students,either individually or in small peer groups. 15MASTERCLASSES AND SEMINARS(led by industry professionals) 65–70 LECTURES(across disciplines) 5–10 FILM SCREENINGSAND DISCUSSIONSEverything from basketball and soccerto pickleball and Wiffle ball; 40 PERCENTOF BERRY STUDENTS RUN, KICK,SHOOT AND SHOUT THEIR WAYTHROUGH APPROXIMATELY600 GAMES/MATCHES/FEATS OFSTRENGTH PER YEAR.89% OF STUDENTS LIVE ON CAMPUS,walking or biking from place to place,each residence hall a microcommunitywith its own identity, spirit and pride ofownership. Resident advisors suggestresources or help you through a badday. An absence of Greek life means ASOCIAL SCENE THAT’S OPEN ANDWELCOMING TO ALL.ATHLETICSBerry athletes are genuinely kind butfiercely competitive when the whistle blowsor the first pitch flies. 23 NCAA DIVISIONIII VARSITY TEAMS channel thetrademark Berry work ethic into thrillingeffort and consistent success — to the tuneof 23 CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPSOVER THE PAST FIVE YEARS. Off thefield, coaches, LifeWorks supervisors andprofessors work together to help studentsmaintain a healthy balance of athleticschedules, on-campus work and academiccommitments. Non-athlete studentssupport Berry’s teams by running gameday operations, overseeing concessionsand working as athletic trainers.CLUBS ANDACTIVITIESBerry’s 70 STUDENT-RUN CLUBS andACTIVITIES create opportunities forinvolvement and leadership in performingarts, government, service, media, religiouslife and celebration of culture.It’s a full-community effort. Just likeeverything else at Berry.WOMEN’SFAITH18LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCESINTRAMURALSRESIDENTIALLIFEHISTORICALLY NONDENOMINATIONAL,Berry embraces the Christian principles ofINCLUSIVITY and SERVICE, encouragesexamination of FAITH and VALUES andis welcoming and respectful to those fromall religious backgrounds. Supported bycampus ministers and faculty and staffadvisors, a variety of student-runreligious-life groups provide opportunitiesfor exploration and spiritual growth. 40 EVENTSCampus pulses. Especially on weekends.A well-funded student board plans andorganizes more than 200 EVENTS EACHYEAR. Big days and traditions dot thecalendar, from Spring Fling to Rage in theCage to Marthapalooza (the celebrationhonoring our legendary founder). BASKETBALL CROSS COUNTRY EQUESTRIAN GOLF LACROSSE SOCCER SOFTBALL SWIMMING & DIVING TENNIS TRACK & FIELD VOLLEYBALLMEN’S BASEBALL BASKETBALL CROSS COUNTRY FOOTBALL GOLF LACROSSE SOCCER SWIMMING & DIVING TENNIS TRACK & FIELDTEST THEMEVERY DAY.JUST IMAGINE WHO YOU’LL BEON THE OTHER SIDE.Spoiler alert: You’ll still be you, but a version that’sway more interesting, compassionate, discerning,diplomatic, responsible, empathetic, generous,insightful, open, reflective, considerate and we’verun out of space for the rest of the adjectives.19

OUTCOMESINTERNSHIPS HELDBY STUDENTS INRECENT YEARSINCLUDE:The thrillingconclusion?KNOW WHEREYOU’RE HEADED.THERE IS NO ONE PATH THROUGH BERRY,just a four-year roadmap that helps make sure you’ll get fromday one to graduation having had the vital experiencesthat distinguish this education from any other.DELTA AIR LINESBy the time youwalk acrossthat graduationstage, you’llpossess a strongsense of innerdirection, havingdiscovered a paththat springs fromyour interestsand values. You’llhave powerfulknowledge. Andthe skills to put itin motion. You’llbe a practicalthinker. Anda creative one.You will be ableto understandthe needs ofothers. Andyou’ll know howto work withthem. You’llmarch forwardwith confidence.GEORGIA DEPARTMENTOF HEALTH AND HUMANSERVICESGEORGIA DEPARTMENTOF NATURALRESOURCESREMEMBER YOU’LLALWAYS BELONG.NICK O’CONNOR ’18BRIN ENTERKIN ’12Just three years out of college, Nick creditshis fast start to professional experiencegained leading the Student EnterprisesSupport Team through Berry’s LifeWorksprogram — and to his work with the BerryInvestment Group. An accounting andfinance major, Nick learned much aboutbusiness and life from a network of Berrymentors, from his finance professors tofellow student Aaron Chastain ’15, who notonly helped Nick hit the ground running inhis first year of college but helped him learnthe ropes as a fellow analyst at Aon Hewitt.Recently named to Forbes Magazine’s listof 30 under 30 Social Entrepreneurs,Brin’s work in Uganda began when shetaught microfinancing to Ugandan womenand provided comfort to patients withAIDS/HIV as part of a Berry-fundedsummer learning experience. By graduation,she had founded the nonprofit The AfricanSOUP, an organization that works to helpUgandans channel community developmentinto national impact (and which wasfeatured on CNN and HuffPost). Brin isnow chief strategy officer of the WatsonInstitute, where she is working to createan “Olympic training ground” for socialentrepreneurs.Investment Consultant, Aon Hewitt, Atlanta, GeorgiaSocial Entrepreneur, Boulder, Colorado“Berry gave me a chance togain relevant professionalexperience, work ethic andleadership skills, setting myselfup for a promising future.”“Anyone, anywhere is capable ofhelping somebody. I hope peoplewill see that if I can do somethinglike this, anyone can.”THE HOME DEPOTHON MANUFACTURINGJACKSON SPALDINGTHE JOHNS HOPKINSHOSPITAL, NEONATALINTENSIVE CARE UNITKRAFT ANALYTICSGROUPMARCUS AUTISMCENTERNEWELL BRANDSOAK RIDGE NATIONALLABORATORYPIRELLI TIRE NORTHAMERICA, LLCSHEPHERD SPINALCENTERSIERRA CLUBSMITHSONIANINSTITUTIONTENNESSEE AQUARIUMGRADUATE ANDPROFESSIONALSCHOOLS WHEREBERRY GRADUATESARE CURRENTLYSTUDYING INCLUDE:AUBURN UNIVERSITYCINCINNATICONSERVATORY OFMUSICCLEMSON UNIVERSITYDUKE UNIVERSITYEMORY UNIVERSITYGEORGIA INSTITUTE OFTECHNOLOGYMERCER SCHOOL OFMEDICINESTANFORD UNIVERSITYUNIVERSITY OF FLORIDAYOU WILLBE READY.UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIADR. MICHELLEJACKSON LITTLE ’12DARREN BARNET ’13Actor, Santa Monica, CaliforniaFamily Practitioner, Hamilton Healthcare System,Calhoun, GeorgiaA dual biology/Spanish major at Berry,Michelle earned her D.O. at EdwardVia College of Osteopathic Medicine(with which Berry enjoys an articulationagreement) before completing herresidency at Floyd Medical Center, whereshe was selected as chief resident. Michellenow practices family medicine at HamiltonHealthcare System. While walking the longroad of preparing for her own practice,Michelle has generously donated her timeand expertise to mentoring Berry studentsinterested in pursuing careers in medicine.REMEMBERYOU’LL ALWAYSBELONG.“I have been trained to doanything within the wide scopeof family medicine, and to beamong the best in my field.”UNIVERSITY OFGEORGIA COLLEGE OFVETERINARY MEDICINEUNIVERSITY OFMICHIGANUNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIAJust a few years into his career asa professional entertainer, Berryinternational studies major (and Gate ofOpportunity Scholar) Darren has madea name for himself in Hollywood, playinghunky Paxton in the hit Netflix series “NeverHave I Ever” (2020). He has also appearedas young Jack on the popular NBC drama“This Is Us,” in addition to his work on“Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” and “CriminalMinds.” When not acting or developingscripts, Darren composes original hiphop music under the stage name “CharlieSound.”UNIVERSITY OFWASHINGTON INSEATTLE“I love the journey. I amblessed to have an opportunity topursue a career I am incrediblypassionate about.”BUREAU OF LANDMANAGEMENTVANDERBILT UNIVERSITYVIRGINIA POLYTECHNICINSTITUTEWAKE FORESTUNIVERSITYCOMPANIESWHERE RECENTBERRY ALUMNIARE CURRENTLYWORKING INCLUDE:AMAZON.COMAONARAMARKCHICK-FIL-ATHE COCA-COLACOMPANYDELOITTEDUKE UNIVERSITYGLOBAL HEALTHINSTITUTEEMORY HEALTHCAREGEORGIA-PACIFICTHE HOME DEPOTTHE JOHNS HOPKINSHOSPITALKAISER PERMANENTEL.L. BEAN99%of 2019–2020 graduatesreport that a Berry educationled to a job or acceptanceto graduate or professionalschool.82%completed a significant researchor internship experience.35%studied or traveled abroad.59%held a level 4 or level 5 job,logging significant managerialor supervisory experience.of May 2020 bachelor degree recipients reported having a job or acceptance to74% graduate school at graduation day.Admitted to professionalschools at the following rates:98%LAW: 96%VETERINARY: 79%MEDICINE:LABCORPNIKESTATE FARM INSURANCETURNER STUDIOSUSDATHE WALT DISNEYCOMPANYStatistics accurate as of 9/1/20202021

NEXT STEPSSEEYOURSELF HERE.KNOW ANYTHINGIS POSSIBLE.COMPARISONS FAIL.THERE’S ONLY ONE BERRY.This place is a unicorn, butfortunately for you, the kindthat isn’t imaginary.THE SOLUTION: Come see us.Bring your open mind and a pileof questions. We’ll show you aroundand let you sit in on a class. Takea close look. Talk to our students.Get a sense of this culture. Even ifyou’re not able to fully describe it.ADMISSIONWe’re on the same page, you know.You’re looking for a college that will let you explore your interests,learn and live with interesting and inspiring people and devoteyourself to the things you love best — while preparing you for success(and happiness) in life.We’re looking for smart and motivated students who want to beactive participants in their own educations. People who will contributetheir ideas and energy to this community. People who crave exposureto new viewpoints and experiences. Who are willing to work hard.Who are eager to dive in.FINANCIAL AIDYes, college is a significant investment,and yes, there are many forms offinancial help available. But let’s startwith the most important point:The Berry education gives you not only a powerful degree,but also four years of professional experience — while equipping youwith a network of lifelong mentors and a set of powerful skills thatwill distinguish you in your first job and every job thereafter.We’ve told you about Berry. Now it’s your turn. The best applicationsmove quickly past the grades and scores (important but not the full picture)to the essence of you as a person, student, teammate, mentor and friend.An investment looks different when consideredin terms of its value.So tell us. Who are you? What would you bri

(minor only) Sociology & Anthropology Spanish Sports Administration Teaching English as a Foreign Language (minor only) Theatre Web Development (minor only) Women's and Gender Studies minor only) DUAL-DEGREE PROGRAMS Engineering with Georgia Institute of Technology School of Engineering or Kennesaw State University PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS