Schneider graduates

Rachel Schneider graduated with college honors from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, Friday, May 19, with a double major in archaeology and German.

At graduation, she received the honor of being awarded the James McLeod Prize given to a graduating German major on the basis of overall excellence in German studies and in extracurricular involvement in departmental activities.

While at Washington University, Schneider was a member of Here Be Dragons Writing Club, serving two years as secretary. She was inducted into Delta Phi Alpha German National Honor Society and served as vice president for three semesters. She was also selected for Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest honor society.  

Schneider’s future plans are to seek employment in the field of archaeology for one or two years before returning to further her studies in grad school.

Schneider is a 2013 graduate of Holyoke High School and is the daughter of John and Lynn Schneider of Holyoke.