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As a Butler student, Allie Gardner ’11 learned to think creatively, listen carefully, and ask hard questions. Now working as a Senior Associate at Arnold & Porter, she is grateful for her well-rounded liberal arts education that created a foundation for her career in law.

Hannah Kelly ’23 says critical thinking was the most helpful skill she gained at Butler. As new tasks and challenges arise in her role at Johnson & Johnson, she is unafraid to ask questions, using the tools, skills, and resources she learned as a student.

Payton Field ’23 says Butler’s internship opportunities and Arts Administration courses helped prepare her for her career at the Cincinnati Ballet. As a Donor Relations Manager, she is fortunate to share her excitement and passion for the arts with donors and patrons.

When Kelly Schwantes ’21 decided to attend college, she loved the idea of spending four years performing on stage. Butler allowed her the freedom to pursue her love for theatre while exploring her new passion for entrepreneurship and innovation.

As a student, Leah Peavler ’19 was able to explore multiple fields and career paths. Now working at the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Leah Peavler ’19 credits Butler’s well-rounded liberal arts education for her determination and desire to succeed.

Teaching high school may look like an odd blip on Muhammad Jan’s healthcare-heavy resume. In actuality, this PA and 2023 graduate of Butler’s Doctor of Medical Science (DMS) Bridge program has followed a thoughtful plan to become a practicing healthcare educator. “My entire journey to this point has revolved around education. Knowledge is like an […]

When Al Carroll ’13 addresses a room full of college students, he tends to ask two questions. The first one is “How many of you are from Indiana?” Hands around the room shoot up as students demonstrate their state pride. The next question tends to lead to a different response. “How many of you intend […]

Hannah Bagoly Linder ’17, a Lead Product Manager at the Walt Disney Company, says Butler’s experiential learning set her up for early success in her career. She now encourages current Bulldogs to intern and connect with alumni as much as possible.

Taylor Bowen ’18 directly applies lessons from her time at Butler to her Walt Disney World Public Affairs role. An Art of Storytelling class, as well as many art history courses, influenced the stories she has pitched, messages she has written, and even artwork she has done for Walt Disney World over the years.

Wrapping his debut season as play-by-play announcer for the Atlanta Braves, Brandon Gaudin ‘06, reflects on his time as a Bulldog. Gaudin says his growth and transformation as a student helped him secure this dream job.

2021 alumna Haley Phemister graduated from a Butler student to staff. Now an Event Coordinator for the Butler Arts and Events Center, she works on small to large-scale University events, such as Homecoming.

2023 alumna Emily MacDonald was already observing and planning lessons during her first semester in the College of Education. At Butler, she learned the importance of leaning on her colleagues, mentors, and professors.