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The new undergraduate admissions video shares the stories of seven alumni who were inspired to achieve their personal dreams thanks to Saint Rose. From the military veteran who couldn’t find his way, to the shy teenager who was afraid to speak up in class, to the Zambian national trapped by poverty, our new admissions video profiles diverse alumni from around the country who have found career success and personal fulfillment in their lives – and continue to grow and contribute to their communities.

Watch the inspiring stories of Jermaine Brookshire Jr. ’13, JD candidate at Washington University (St. Louis); Edson Chipalo ’17, MSW candidate at Columbia University (New York City); Kathleen Daddario DiCaprio ’02, professor and breakthrough Ebola researcher at the Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (New York City); Kajanna McKenzie ’13, MD candidate at Wright State University (Dayton); Shannon Peterson ’06, Teacher of the Year candidate for the state of South Carolina (Myrtle Beach); Vince Soldani ’13, operational support technician for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (Albany); and Michael Vamosy ’93, chief creative officer for Stun Creative (Los Angeles).

These seven amazing individuals share their thoughts about how Saint Rose gave them the opportunity, guidance, skills, and confidence they needed to transform their lives – and the lives of those around them. Perhaps even more important: They represent all our alumni, who continue to make the world better, each in his or her own way.