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Student Interviews
Fall 2008

Katherine Nemlich

11th grade, Pawling, NY- Katherine started Oakwood Friends School in 7th grade. She is actively involved in community outreach and school life. read more >

Najah Muhammad

11th grade, Beacon, NY - Najah started Oakwood Friends School in 9th grade. She participates in volleyball, theater, Student Government and even writes an advice column for The Poughkeepsie Journal. read more >

Han Sol Yim

12th grade, South Korea - Han Sol is in his second year at Oakwood Friends School and is currently a senior. He plays soccer and participates in the musical. read more >

 

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Senior Profiles
Spring 2008

 

Jin Hyun Lee

College attending: Carleton College

On the college process - "This process is about getting to know yourself so you can do what you want. College is looked at as the end goal but really it is the starting point.” Read Jin's Interview

Natalie Varrallo

College attending:
Hampshire College

On the college decision process - "Overall, the community and strength of the programs were really important to me. The college I am going to is very similar to Oakwood and is a perfect fit for me.” Read Natalie's Interview

Will Callaway

College attending: Worcester Polytechnic Institute

On the Role of Oakwood Faculty - “Since I want to go into engineering, the math and science faculty gave me a lot of insights. I really relied on the close relationships I had built with faculty members.” Read Will's Interview

Senior Spotlight 2009

“The process here is mostly different from China; it is more than just studying for one test. You have to first know yourself and be confident.”

“I learned how to talk about myself and really promote what I have been doing during high school.”

“I wanted a place where I could explore my interests. The college counselor helped me narrow the field. She grounded this whole process.”