Go Far. Do Well.
Student Profiles

Elmhurst students have the drive to Go Far and receive the knowledge to Do Well. Read their stories.

Haley Jeske

Haley is Thriving On and Off the Field

When Haley Jeske ’27 got the opportunity to return to her Chicago-area roots by attending Elmhurst University, she never realized her new school would also reignite her passion for soccer and bring her lifelong friends.

Aron Gomez

Aron is Center Stage

The transfer process can be a big step for students as they choose to leave a place with many connections and familiar faces. But by doing so, it provides the opportunity to grow in new ways and forge even more lifelong friendships.

Students working in a lab with a microscope.

Alyssa Has Wrap-Around Support

Alyssa Yezzi ’27 isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty, immersing herself in every new project she takes on. She completely renovated her home’s bathroom on her own, from tearing out the old fixtures to laying new tile and installing a brand-new sink.

Seated student playing the viola

Elliot is Orchestrating His Success

The supportive community and strong academics at Elmhurst University have been music to freshman Elliot Schaffrath’s ears.

Woman holding a volleyball, about to serve

Jada’s Memorable Bluejay Experience

Between the lifelong connections made as a member of the volleyball team and her impactful academic experiences in the classroom, Jada Wiley ’25 has been building strong Bluejay memories both on and off the court.

Woman doing ceramics

Emily is Prepared for the Future

When Emily Murphy ’24 hops off the train in downtown Elmhurst and starts her short walk to Elmhurst University, she feels like the main character in a film.

Football player with back turned watching teammates practice

Darius Saw Opportunities for Enhancement

Darius Lane ’25 already earned his undergraduate degree in civil engineering and had his traditional ‘college experience,’ but he saw Elmhurst University as the ideal place to enhance it.

Tina Chooses Academics and Finds Community

For Tina Imanlihen ‘28, it was the research opportunities which made her choose Elmhurst University, and the community she found here that made her stay. 

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