Undergraduate Student Identified: Hanna Alwine (Class of 2026)
Meet Hanna: A Multi-talented Rising Senior
Hanna, a rising senior from Carlisle, Pennsylvania, is a testament to the power of diverse interests and experiences. With a major in Comparative Literature, focusing on translation studies, French, and Arabic, Hanna has shown that one can thrive in multiple fields.
Hanna's passion for art history is evident in her role as a gallery guide at the Allen Memorial Art Museum. Her love for journalism has led her to work for various publications, including the Oberlin Review, the Grape, Wilder Voice, and Carrion Magazine. During her semester abroad in Rabat, Morocco, she even interned with Morocco World News.
When not immersed in the world of words, Hanna can be found exploring the great outdoors. On campus, she enjoys walking, running, and biking on the rail-to-trail. Off campus, Hanna section hikes the PA part of the Appalachian Trail and spends time looking at the clouds accompanied by her family's three cats. Hanna's love for the environment is also reflected in her work with the Western Land Conservancy, where she has been involved in tree planting, watering, and grant writing.
For rising seniors in Pennsylvania seeking opportunities similar to Hanna's experiences in art history, journalism, and environmental work, several programs and fellowships are available.
Art History Opportunities: The Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM) offers a prestigious fellowship program focused on American art, craft, and visual culture. This research fellowship, with a focus on American art, welcomes scholars from diverse disciplines. The application deadline for 2025 is October 15, and applicants must identify a SAAM staff advisor (suitable for those near Pennsylvania due to Smithsonian's DC location).
Journalism and Archives: The Pennsylvania House of Representatives Archives Internship Program offers internships each semester that could suit students interested in historical documentation and journalism related to government and public affairs. This provides practical experience in archival research and potentially media-related roles connected to legislative history.
Environmental Work and Social Impact: The FAO Schwarz Fellowship is a paid, two-year social impact fellowship located in Philadelphia (within Pennsylvania) and other cities, designed for recent college graduates. It combines direct service, strategic projects, and leadership development in nonprofit organizations focused on social change, which can include environmental issues.
In addition to these opportunities, rising seniors might also consider local government or county programs for broader internship experiences including environmental work.
A summary table of these opportunities can be found below:
| Field | Opportunity Name | Location | Target Group | Description | |-------------------|---------------------------------------|--------------------|-------------------------|-----------------------------------------------| | Art History | Smithsonian American Art Museum Fellowships | Washington, DC | Advanced scholars (post-grad) | Research fellowship with Smithsonian collections, focus on American art | | Journalism/Archives| PA House Archives Internship Program | Pennsylvania | College students/rising seniors | Internship in legislative archives and related research | | Environmental/Social Impact | FAO Schwarz Fellowship | Philadelphia (PA) | Recent graduates | Paid 2-year fellowship in social impact nonprofits, including environmental focus |
Rising seniors in Pennsylvania interested in these fields should consider applying to local archives or internship programs in government and nonprofits, preparing for competitive fellowships like Smithsonian or FAO Schwarz post-graduation, and seeking mentorship opportunities to build experience similar to Hanna's.
[1] https://www.si.edu/about/offices-divisions/smithsonian-american-art-museum/research-and-scholarship/fellowships [2] https://www.pahouse.com/Archives/internship-program/ [3] https://www.hanovercounty.va.us/1213/Internships [4] https://www.faoschwarzfellowship.org/ [5] https://www.faoschwarzfellowship.org/about-us/
- Combining her passions for art history and education-and-self-development, Hanna seized the opportunity to intern with Morocco World News during her semester abroad.
- In her senior year, Hanna might look for local art history programs or internships, like the Smithsonian American Art Museum Fellowships, to further enhance her lifestyle and education-and-self-development.
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