Anna Groebe

Majors: Classics, religion

Minor: Spanish

Activities: Martini Swingers, Jenny Lind Vocal Ensemble, Martial Arts Club, Ascension Ringers and Collegia Classica, Phi Beta Kappa

Post-grad plans: Travel to Rome as part of Dr. Lee¡¯s RELG 371 class! In the summer, I will attend the Publishing Institute at the University of Denver to receive my certification for editing.

Why did you choose to attend Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø?

The first time I visited here, I felt so at home and welcomed by everyone I met. The weather that day wasn¡¯t great, but the campus was still stunning. I loved how kind and helpful people were, and I remember thinking, ¡®I can see myself here.¡¯

Are you where you thought you¡¯d be four years ago? 

Both yes and no. Four years ago, I wanted to be a classics and history major. I definitely wanted to study language, specifically Latin and Spanish, and it¡¯s been so wonderful having the opportunity to continue those studies. I¡¯ve also learned Greek, and changed from a history to a religion major.

Who helped you get to where you are now? 

Before I even knew I was going to Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø, the classics department welcomed me in, and I can¡¯t say enough how supportive they¡¯ve been in both my education and activities on campus. The religion department, as well, has been wonderful, and also everyone I¡¯ve met through the Reading and Writing Center. I guess I can¡¯t answer, ¡®everyone I've met,¡¯ but that¡¯s what I feel like it should be.

A peak experience?

My peak experience was last year in Dr. Zargar¡¯s Formative Islamic History class. One day, we spent the entire class Skype-chatting with some of the young people who participated in the revolution in Egypt. It was so, so mind-blowing to talk with them, to see a little bit from a new perspective and to learn about them as well as ourselves.

How did you use your Augie Choice?

I saved the best for last! I will be using Augie Choice for Dr. Lee¡¯s trip to Rome at the end of spring term.

What did you learn about yourself in these past four years that surprised you? 

That¡¯s a difficult question. I¡¯ve always been quiet and reserved, and I think over these past four years, I was surprised to learn that not only are other people OK if I¡¯m more outgoing, but that I¡¯m OK with it too.

What will you miss the most?

Å·ÖÞ±­ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±­ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø has such a warm atmosphere, and I¡¯ve built so many wonderful relationships with the people I¡¯ve met. I¡¯ll miss the random, nerdy conversations; running into friends everywhere on campus; and getting to know the professors and staff. I¡¯m a part of a community here, and I will miss it very much once I¡¯ve graduated.