Hear From Students


Nicole Biba ’24
Majors: Political Science, Criminal Justice
Minors: Music
Hometown: Cuba City, Wis.
“I really enjoy political science because of all of the thought that goes into it. I love learning about the different types of government that different people think is best.”
Emily Frost ’23
Majors: Political Science
Minors: Religion, Women’s and Gender Studies
Hometown: Montgomery, Illinois
“Whenever I had a difficult time (either in my personal life or academically), my political science and women’s and gender studies professors were there for me. Almost all of them would adjust due dates if needed and provide me with extra support as well.”

Justin Girodat ’24
Majors: Political Science
Minors: Women and Gender Studies, Business Administration
Hometown: Avon, Minn.
“I chose Carthage because of the location, community, and success the volleyball program here at Carthage has had.”

Tyler Kelly ’24
Majors: International Political Economy and Political Science
Minors: Social Justice
Hometown: Franklin, WI
“I really enjoyed my J-Term study tour to Peru, which expanded my global perspective, taught me about the impact of tourism, and was certainly the trip of a lifetime.”

Kiah Martin ’23
Majors: Criminal Justice, Political Science
Minors: Sociology
Hometown: Iowa City, Iowa
“I chose Carthage because, coming from a town with a large state university, I knew large class sizes were not for me. I did not want to get lost in a crowd of students, and creating relationships with faculty and other students is important to me. And the beauty of the lake is a bonus!”

Katherine Taylor Retek ’24
Majors: Political Science & Musical Theatre
Hometown: Rensselaer, Ind.
“Getting the chance to perform here at Carthage is a rewarding experience. Not only for yourself but for those who take the time to come and support the show. Every time you perform a story, you act in a way that conveys you. Everyone should be able to have the chance to perform once in their lifetime because you may never know how it might change your individuality once you do try.”