Hired Before Graduation
What’s next for members of the Carthage Class of 2024?
Our graduates always have big plans — many of which were in place well before their Commencement.
Below, meet members of the Class of 2024 who were hired for full-time positions before they even graduated.
Have you been hired before graduation?
Hannah Kachur ’24
Staff Associate
Major: Accounting
Next Step: Staff associate for the Real Estate and Construction tax team in Milwaukee, WI.
“I am so excited to work for a great company and do a job I love.”
Magdalena Werger ’24
Leadership Development
Major: Public Relations
Next Step: Leadership Development Program for Ameriprise Financial in Minneapolis, MI.
“This position will give me the opportunity to become a fully licensed financial advisor.”
Charles B. Smith ’24
Graduate Student
Majors: Marketing and Management
Next Step: Master of Science BDI at Carthage College.
“Carthage helped me by providing hands-on, real-world experience in business classes.”
Jana Ahlstrand ’24
Graphic Designer
Major: Graphic Design
Next Step: Graphic Designer for Kohls in Milwaukee, WI.
“Kohls is an amazing company to work for and treat their corporate workers very generously, which is all you can ask for as an employee.”
Maxwell Krueger ’24
Outside Sales
Majors: Marketing and Management
Next Step: Outside Sales at Uline
“The possibility to work with a company that does things the right way and treats their employees in the same manner.”
Rosemary Ehle ’24
Auditor
Major: Accounting
Next Step: Auditor for Deloitte in Milwaukee, WI.
“I am most excited to continue my studies in accounting in a job format. Deloitte is going to be a great company to work for and I am excited to live and work downtown Milwaukee.”
Adam Moore ’24
Graduate Student
Major: Communication
Next Step: Master’s program in Business at Carthage College
“Getting the opportunity to complete my master’s at Carthage makes me feel like I’m getting a full circle in my education.”
James Castro ’24
Nurse
Major: Nursing
Next Step: Emergency Department RN at Froedtert in Pleasant Prairie, WI.
“As a former student nurse intern in the ED, I am eager to transition into my new role as an RN in this busy trauma II hospital.”
Carson Krenzke ’24
Social Media Specialist
Major: Marketing
Next Step: Social Media Specialist for Johnson Outdoors, Inc. in Racine, WI.
“I am excited to apply my passion and interests in social media marketing to a brand and company whose products genuinely enhance the lives of thousands across the world by getting them outdoors.”
Sarah Pena ’24
P.E./Health Teacher
Major: Exercise and Sports Science
Next Step: Physical and Health Education Teacher for Pearl City Jr/Sr High School in Pearl City, IL.
“Getting to teach something that I am passionate about to the next generation of students and advocating for the importance of physical and health education.”
Justin Santos ’24
Teacher
Major: Education
Next Step: Teacher at Beach Park Middle School District 3 in Beach Park, IL.
“I am excited to be able to make a positive impact on students in diverse settings, and actively contributing to the evolution of teacher training programs. I am eager to embark on this fulfilling journey and contribute meaningfully to the field of education.”
Kassia Schraufnagel ’24
Graduate Student
Major: Physics
Next Step: Graduate School at UW Madison working towards her PhD in the Nuclear Engineering and Engineering Physics Department in the College of Engineering.
“Graduate school excites me because of the opportunity to learn more about plasma physics and fusion science.”
Nicole Biba ’24
Regional Field Director
Major: Political Science
Next Step: Regional Field Director of Southwestern Wisconsin for Blue Wave America.
“I’m really passionate about mobilizing voters so they understand how much power their voice/vote holds!”
Eryn Williams ’24
Nurse
Major: Nursing
Next Step: Registered Nurse on the MedSurg unit at Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital in Pleasant Prairie, WI.
“I am excited to be able to do more for my patients. I will be able to advocate for my patients and help to resolve the concerns they may have.”
Brooke Westfall ’24
Graduate Student
Major: Psychology
Next Step: Graduate School at Marquette University studying Clinical Mental Health Program with a specialty in Child and Adolescents.
“I am excited to be able to continue my path to becoming a therapist!”
Julia Radtke ’24
Graduate Student
Majors: Physics and Chemistry
Next Step: Graduate School at Wake Forest University in the condensed matter physics Ph.D. Program.
“I’m extremely passionate about academics and research, so I believe that a Ph.D. program is a good choice for me.”
Alison LaBerge ’24
Graduate Student
Majors: Marketing, Management, and Accounting
Next Step: Graduate School at Carthage College in the Business Design and Innovation Program.
“I am excited to be able to pursue further education while also being able to simultaneously pursue a career and my CMA at the same time.”
Jake Kryger ’24
Domestic Abuse Advocate
Major: Psychology
Next Step: Domestic Abuse Advocate at A Safe Place in Zion, IL.
“My experiences at Carthage taught me to be confident in myself and the importance of networking, which allowed me to get this job and will help me do my best at it.”
DanieL Lenzi ’24
Graduate Student
Majors: History and Political Science
Next Step: Graduate School at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in the Library and Information Science Master’s Program.
“I am very excited to further my education and gain the skills necessary to become a professional librarian and archivist, along with getting to meet new people and enjoy new experiences.”
Alivia St. Clair ’24
Graduate Student
Major: Criminal Justice
Next Step: Graduate School at Aurora University in the Master’s of Criminal Justice with an emphasis in Psychology and the Law.
“I am excited to develop and learn more skills towards a career in law enforcement!”
Natsumi Suzuki ’24
Graduate Student
Major: Master of Education
Next Step: Graduate School at Purdue University in the Master of Japanese Language Pedagogy Program.
“I’m really looking forward to learning about Japanese Language Pedagogy with the guidance of professionals.”
Nina Alfano ’24
Graduate Student
Major: Sociology
Next Step: Graduate School at University of Urbana-Champaign in the Sociology PhD Program.
“I cannot wait to be able to complete my research!”
Ayanna Crenshaw ’24
Milwaukee Brewers law clerk/ Law Student
Major: Marketing
Next Step: While working as the Milwaukee Brewers Law Clerk, Ayanna will pursue a Juris Doctorate focused on Sports Law.
“I’m thrilled about attending law school and working as a law clerk with the Milwaukee Brewers.”
Congratulations to all our graduates!
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