"Knox is a place that offers a thoroughly diverse group of people a substantial bit of freedom to create what they will with their educational experience. And given the diversity of our student body, the results have been spectacular. Knox takes a wildly different collection of young men and women and lets them learn what they want to learn, so they can do what they want to do."
—Daniel Lieberman '05, Political Science and Anthropolgy and Sociology Major.
"The relationships you have with your professors here are so amazing. It adds to a feeling of community here."
—Ashley Bunnell '07, Psychology Major and Biology Minor.
"Studying at Knox was harder than I expected, but that worked for me because now I feel more confident going in to whatever else I do in life, especially grad school. I got so much personal attention here, I feel really well-prepared."
—Yuna Engle '04, Psychology Major.
"There is no question in my mind that I made the right decision in choosing Knox. The people at Knox have gone past the call of duty and reached out. Their effect on my life is indelible and will continue to be a part of everything I accomplish."
—Julio Trujillo '06, Anthropology and Sociology Major.
"I've been able to choose my own educational path, and I have the opportunity to take leadership roles and contribute to the campus and community."
—Erica Jaffe '07, Political Science Major.
"The opportunities I've had at Knox, and being able to work with faculty, I wouldn't trade these experiences for anything in the world."
—Megan Rehberg '06, Political Science Major.
"You may be out in the real world, but you still have the support of the Knox community. It gives you more courage to go out and do things."
—Krista Nieraeth '04, in speaking of her experience working with Teach for America.
"I've really appreciated the flexibility and freedom at Knox. My friends who went to large schools are amazed at how much I've been able to do here."
—Ann Hernandez '06, Educational Studies and Theatre Majors.
"Had I not chosen to attend Knox, I honestly believe this opportunity would not have been presented to me. There are so many things about Knox that make something like this possible, not the least of which is the student life, support from administrators, and amazing professors. I was proud to represent Knox in the Supreme Court."
—Joel Christensen '06, Political Science Major in talking of his internship with the United States Supreme Court.
"I chose Knox because of courses like this. I don't enjoy lectures where you sit and are talked to. I like to be involved in the course—where there is questioning and answering and collaboration between the professors and students."
—Michelle Darrow '08, in speaking of her experience in a new course which includes a field study to Belize.
"My mom and aunt [Knox alumni] had always told me the people at Knox were the best you would ever meet—supportive, friendly, and willing to go the extra mile for you. I have found this to be true; I suppose some things never change!"
—Mary Anderson '09.
