The 2006 Allegheny College graduate has built a career out of turning overlooked wildlife into unforgettable stories. As a science writer, author, National Geographic contributor, and children’s book creator, Bittel specializes in translating dense scientific research into writing that is funny, accessible, and deeply human.
In this episode, Briana Lewis sits down with Mike Newman ’94 to discuss how his double major in philosophy and English paved the way for his career practicing law and high-tech entrepreneurship.
Founded in 1876, The Campus is the third-oldest student newspaper in Pennsylvania and has long served as a training ground for sharp minds and sharper questions.
With a double major in English and communications, Chris credits her Allegheny College education for giving her a solid foundation and teaching her to think broadly and identify unique connections.
Dana D’Amico has always liked science and writing. When she arrived at Allegheny College in 2009, she had no idea that the student-run newspaper, The Campus would give her the opportunity to excel at both, laying the foundation for a successful career in science marketing and communications.
When Roman Hladio stepped onto the Allegheny College campus in 2019, he knew he wanted to study English and enjoyed writing, but he didn’t know what his path at Allegheny would be. That changed quickly.
When award-winning writer and author Maximillian Potter arrived at Allegheny College in 1989, he felt like he was born to be a writer but was trying to figure out what that meant. Majoring in English and minoring in creative writing gave him an opportunity to sharpen his skills and find his voice.
When Allegheny College student Milo Watson ’26 first flipped through a field guide, he didn’t expect it would lead to a published peer-reviewed research paper. A few years later, that’s exactly what happened.
Reis Hall is undergoing a momentous $20 million renovation, marking a new chapter for this historic landmark at Allegheny, one of the nation's leading institutions for interdisciplinary learning and research.
If you’ve spent any time in Oakmont, Pa. lately, chances are you’ve heard the buzz. There’s a new hangout on Allegheny Avenue that’s serving lagers, stouts, and stories in equal measure.
Address:
520 North Main Street
Meadville, PA 16335
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814-332-4351
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