Admission

Quick Facts

• Hometown Mishawaka, IN
• Education
  • Penn High School ’05
  • Bethel College ’09
    B.A. in Liberal Studies

Contact Kari

• 800.422.4101
• 574.807.7353
• Fax 574.807.7650
• E-mail Kari

Getting to know Kari

• Favorite sports team Ivy on the wall…sun up in the sky…Chicago Cubs (of course!)
• Favorite RestaurantBonnie Doon’s, a local Mishawaka favorite. They serve the best ice cream in town!
• Something you have tried but will never try again
• Bungee Jumping – While on a study abroad trip in college, I took the plunge and jumped off a cliff over a river in Taupo, New Zealand. I am officially terrified of heights now!
• Favorite Game Euchre!! I will challenge you anytime, anywhere!
• Favorite way to relax Sitting around a bonfire, eating s’mores, listening to country music!
• Favorite Bible verse John 16:33 – “In this world you will face persecution, but take heart! I have overcome the world!”

Kari's Story

I was born and raised on our family farm in Mishawaka, IN (a few miles away from Bethel). Even though I was from this area, going into the college search, I knew very little about Bethel. After graduating from high school I had a deep desire to discover God and find out more about who He is. I knew that Bethel was a Christian college and that it had a strong sense of community so I decided to apply for admission. I was drawn in by Bethel’s incredible academics, fun social life, and the spiritual depth of the campus. I immediately felt as though I was home. 

Kari's Advice

The best advice I can you when searching for a college is to schedule a campus visit! You want to feel comfortable and find a place that offers what you are looking for. Check out the dorms, eat in the cafeteria, meet professors, take in a fine arts or sporting event and get a good feel for the academic department your major is a part of. Doing all of these things will help make your decision easier and you will get a chance to see where you fit the best.