Pietra Oelke '21 - Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine
Pietra Oelke ’21 has spent the last seven months with the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, where she said she has settled in nicely to a tight-knit community. Upon reflection, Oelke said she recognizes the value of a liberal arts education for those who are pursuing medicine.
“Emmanuel’s strong STEM program equipped me with foundational knowledge that I use and build upon daily. Delving into courses outside of my biology major, like philosophy, exposed me to different perspectives that have been invaluable as I learn to care for others,” said Oelke.
Navigating college and the complex process of becoming a physician was a challenge, Oelke added, but building relationships with Emmanuel faculty like Dr. Seshan was instrumental in her journey: “I attribute much of my success in the medical school application process to the support I received at Emmanuel,” she said, “I felt they [faculty] genuinely cared for me and were rooting for my success.”