​Carys Collin
 
I have had many amazing mentors and teachers that have helped me to achieve my goals. My first hearing support teacher, Ms. Carol Mantsch, helped me from the very beginning of my journey with my cochlear implants and made listening and speaking fun. Dr. DeVita Jones, my first grade teacher at Devon Elementary, taught me to believe in myself and my abilities and to always strive for success. Ms. Christine Shanley, my hearing support teacher at Conestoga, supported me as I planned for post-high school life and always went above and beyond to help me to find opportunities to grow. The last teacher I would like to thank is Mr. David Anderson, my junior year AP Government teacher, who taught me the value of a strong work ethic. 
 
During high school I was involved in:

• Conestoga High School Varsity Swim Team (Freshman-Senior)
• Phoenixville YMCA Club Swim Team 12+ years
• Conestoga High School Cross Country (Junior-Senior)
• National Honors Society
• National Art Honors Society (officer position: Parliamentarian)
• Eastown Library Volunteer supporting the Summer Reading Program
• Lifeguard at Waynesborough Country Club (4 years)

 
I will be studying International Business in the Honors College of The University of South Carolina beginning in the fall of 2024.  I have chosen this major because I am interested in business economics, global workforces, and the intersection of supply chains across countries. Within this major, I will continue my study of languages and use these skills in my planned study abroad.