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Student Stories

At Montreat College, our students and alumni have a passion for knowledge and a genuine desire to always keep learning and be agents of transformation, renewal, and reconciliation.
Raquel Smith Arch

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Raquel '23

"Having professors who are strong in their faith and strong in what they believe was very encouraging. If that's what God’s calling is for us, then that is what we should do."
Program of study:
Criminal Justice
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Hoffman Family with Montreat Arch

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Rex and Tricia '78 and '79

"God provided not only in saving the school, but also in providing a leader who continued to guide the school forward."
Program of study:
Associate Degree
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Rob and Natalie Schermerhorn Arched Photo

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Rob and Natalie '95

“Ground yourself in God’s Word and choose your community wisely, and the rest will fall into place.”
Program of study:
Business Administration
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Daniel and Emily Lancaster with Montreat Arch

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Daniel and Emily '18

“Whatever class you are in, even if it does not seem to apply to what you want to do in life, soak it in and allow it to shed a new light on your goals.”
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Tim McDonald

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Tim  

"I wish I had gotten my degree, but I really thank Montreat College for being a big part of my life and a very important part of my growth and my success."
Program of study:
Business Administration
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Hannah Potter

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Hannah '24

"Attending Montreat College was the best decision for me. I still have super sweet relationships with my professors, and it wouldn’t have been the same if the Lord hadn’t led me to Montreat."
Program of study:
Educational Studies
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Ruchen Blaaw

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Ruchen '24

“Getting an education matters, but do not do it alone. Take the time to build lasting relationships. There are many lessons to be learned in this transition season that will shape you into who you are moving forward.”
Program of study:
Accounting
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Gregg Cantwell

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Gregg '24

"It’s never too late to learn. I picked up a lot of skills, especially computer-wise, and I'm continuing to use that knowledge. I never really thought of myself as a writer, but that may have been my favorite part of learning."
Program of study:
General Studies
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Lacie-Lee Paris

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Lacie-Lee '25

“I value the connections and the conversations I've had with the people at Montreat, and they've always given me good advice. They loved me for who I was and have been there to help and support me in any way.”
Program of study:
Business Administration
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Kamryn Wolf

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Kamryn '24

“There’s no better place than Montreat. It's beautiful, and I could blend sports, my studies, and my faith. It’s important to find somewhere you can go that takes your beliefs into consideration. That’s what set Montreat apart for me.”
Program of study:
Exercise Science
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Jesus Ramos

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Jesus '21

“At Montreat, you do not find friends, you find family. Most importantly, you are not a number, but truly an individual. At Montreat College, you are part of something truly special.”
Program of study:
Exercise Science
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Katherine Wombwell

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Katherine '25

“The Christian aspect of Montreat College makes it incredibly unique because not only do your professors love you from an academic standpoint but also from a Christian standpoint.”
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