Corinne Pascale:, PSA class of 2004, has a B.S. degree in Biomedical Engineering, with a minor in Electrical Engineering from Washington University in St. Louis and is currently a graduate student of Engineering & Technology Innovation Management at Carnegie Mellon University.

When considering her experiences and the challenges she faces, Corinne comments on how PSA has helped her:

"PSA has been a great contributor to my success in college! Coming from such a small learning environment, it was natural for me to become familiar with my professors. I was surprised at how few of my friends would attend office hours or seek help from them when they struggled - but I never gave it a second thought."

" PSA helped to make me feel more comfortable in my own skin. I'm a science nerd, and I think that's great! I was able to adapt quickly to a college filled with students who were just like me. With PSA’s support, I made my way into a science/engineering school – and I have had their support ever since."

"I'm thankful every day for the time I spent at PSA. "

"PSA’s focus on its students is clear from the very beginning," says, Corinne, "nd this can be seen through students’ interaction with the teachers, the curriculum, the teaching style, and outside-of-the-classroom activities."

" The magistri (Latin, for ‘teachers’) are a wonderfully talented faculty! They are passionate about what they know and are excited to share that with the students. At PSA, I was encouraged to explore new fields and to work through some of the most challenging courses."

About a classical education, Corinne concludes,

"People don't believe me when I tell them about this school,” replies Corinne. “It's rare to find a school that encourages success in science and math, as well as literature, the history of science, and art!  None of the most famous scientists or writers had been single-minded: why should we be?"