On a regular basis throughout the year we will be featuring one of our alumni who will tell us what they have been up to since graduation and provide current Minis with valuable advice and insight.
Featured October 2019
THEN
NOW
What have you been doing since graduating from the Mini?
After graduating from the Mini School, I was a dual-degree student at the University of Pennsylvania, studying Biology in the College of Arts and Sciences and Finance and Social Impact & Responsibility in the Wharton School. I then worked for 6 years at Citibank in their Philadelphia and New York offices and am now pursuing a Master's Degree in Counseling.
What is your favourite Mini memory?
There were so many but one that I'll always remember is our trip to Ashland. It was so much fun being able to camp outside with my Mini friends and watch high-quality musicals and plays :) I also loved going to Manning every year; looking back, I can't believe that my high school experience included an annual ski trip that was mandatory!
What advice can you give to Mini students while in school and once they have graduated?
Who you know matters as much as what you know. I have definitely seen that principle play out and I am thankful for the network that Penn and Citi has provided for me. For anyone interested in learning more, feel free to contact me at jabezyeo@gmail.com. I have experience helping high school and college students get to the next level, whether that is through college application and resume reviews or essay editing.
What have you gotten out of your Mini experience?
I am so thankful for my Mini experience as it was a welcoming environment that encouraged me to strive for excellence in all aspects of my life. I was not only able to grow academically but also in my leadership and personal development through participating in the Mini Student Council and the Duke of Edinburgh program. I wouldn't be where I am today without the Mini school and for that, I am truly grateful!