Beaver Reflections:
I graduated from Beaver in 1999 and it was a great match for me to be at a smaller school where I developed great relationships with my teachers. A reason why I came to Beaver is the one-on-one teaching and learning style where the teachers are so supportive and help push yourself to do the best you can. Looking back, I was involved with many things at Beaver. I worked with the student council and was all-school president my senior year. I did theater all four years and played basketball and wrestled. I really enjoyed the theater program, where I participated in basically every spring and fall play. I remember Mr. Coleman was the choir director who had such a passion for what he taught and helped me further my love for the arts, musicals, and performing.

What is #happeningnow in your life:
After graduating from Beaver, I went to Brandeis University where I majored in sociology with a double minor in theater and Spanish. Following my college graduation, I worked at Brandeis University in the office of admissions. I also worked at Allegheny College in their office of admissions. I had always wanted to go into school counseling, especially for high school juniors and seniors and I had a private practice for a little while after receiving my master’s degree in school counseling. Since 2010, I have been working in operations and management at an electrical engineering company. There, I deal with the more business side of the job, which entails managing the office and working various schedules.

“The past year has shown me how important family is, especially when things go south. Going into work everyday during a pandemic because the government allowed us was a blessing but also very scary. I credit my wife for helping the family stay grounded and dealing with our kids every single day for schooling and other activities. I have learned that if you have family nearby or are close with your family, you can make it through anything.”
Solomon Sheena ’99

Advice to Beaver students:
“Enjoy every minute of your time at Beaver. As much as you may not think of it at the time, Beaver really helps prepare you for college and even life after college. Do not worry or stress about not having a clear cut career path or what you want to do with your life. You have ample time to figure that out so enjoy the time you have with the faculty and friends at Beaver because it goes by fast.