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German Studies Chair Kerry Wallach with students from the European Jews: History, Holocaust, Future class on a trip to Washington, D.C., to see a play at Theater J.

Gettysburg’s world-class language faculty prepare students to be global citizens. From critical thinking to communication, foreign language and cultural studies broaden students’ understanding of the world.

Carol Cantele ’83, P’15 reflects on her transformative journey at Gettysburg College as a student, coach, and mentor—shaped by community, competition, and a deep commitment to legacy and personal growth.

To celebrate the Class of 2025, Carol Cantele ’83, P’15—a trailblazer, mentor, and national champion—will deliver this year’s Commencement address.

Supported by a passionate community at Gettysburg College, Ratul Pradhan ’25 reflects on the experiences that shaped his path to graduation.

As the Gettysburg College Commencement student speaker, Ratul Pradhan ’25 will stand in front of the campus community one final time on May 17, reflecting on his transformational journey over the last four years and providing inspiration to the Class of 2025.

As part of Commencement and Reunion Weekend celebrations, Gettysburg College is proud to honor this year’s alumni award recipients—remarkable individuals whose passionate service, leadership, and professional accomplishments exemplify the values of a Gettysburg education.

At Gettysburg College, students discover their greatest passions and graduate inspired to leave the world better than they found it.

After Christian Whitsel ’21 graduated from Gettysburg College, his passion for advocacy and patient care led him to work at the oldest public hospital in the United States, now serving as a critical care nurse practitioner at NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue.

Christina Wade ’25 discovered that her dream of attending medical school was attainable. With the support of faculty mentors and opportunities to build knowledge and skills, Wade used her Gettysburg College education to explore how to “learn something out of anything.”

For Jamir Wesley ’25, Gettysburg College has always felt like home. Encouraged by his high school English teacher, Ellen Speake ’11, he applied and quickly found himself immersed in a place where he could explore his passions and grow as a leader.

The Gettysburg College Interdisciplinary Study Abroad Program in England provides hands-on experiences for students interested in studying abroad while also learning from a Gettysburg faculty member about their area of expertise.

For Biochemistry and Chemistry Prof. Tim Funk ’00, returning to Gettysburg College as a professor wasn’t just a professional move—it was a homecoming. A 2000 graduate of the College, Funk earned his B.S. in chemistry at Gettysburg before gaining valuable industry experience at the pharmaceutical company Merck & Co. He went on to earn his Ph.D. from the California Institute of Technology and worked at another pharmaceutical company, GlaxoSmithKline, before joining Gettysburg’s Chemistry Department in 2007.

Elizabeth Anderson ’82 and Carol Daly Cantele ’83, P’15 stand as shining examples of the lifelong impact of a Gettysburg education—leaders who have used their talents, vision, and values to elevate their disciplines and positively influence the world.

Gettysburg College is proud to announce that Elizabeth Anderson ’82 and Carol Daly Cantele ’83, P’15 will receive honorary degrees during the Class of 2025 Commencement exercises in recognition of their extraordinary achievements and lasting contributions to their fields.