About Ann Beverley
St. Augustine, Fla.
English, and Philosophy & Religion major
“My Flagler experience was redeeming, fruitful, and inimitable.”
Honors Program President, Omicron Delta Kappa President, Sigma Tau Delta English Honors Society VP, Learning Resource Center (LRC) Head Tutor, Read the Room FC Book Club Founding Member, Alpha Sigma Alpha Founding Member, Women of Vision Scholarship Recipient
Ann's History-Making Moments
Describe your central passion(s) and how you hope to carry that into your post-grad plans:
During my time at Flagler College, my central passions have developed strong roots. One central passion of mine is providing a nurturing learning environment. I enjoy providing my peers with a feeling of acceptance during the learning opportunity.
Through my time as a lead resident advisor I thoroughly enjoyed patiently working with freshmen to provide resources and insight for them to achieve the best learning experiences inside and outside of residential interests.
In addition to being a resource for freshmen, I appreciated the privilege of delicately teaching what policy is, how to make connections, and develop foundational skills for the rest of their time at Flagler. Therefore, I plan on taking my central passions into graduate school as an aspiring attorney.
I look forward to delicately explaining to clients’ legal advice and defending clients in need of copyright and intellectual property protection. There is too much information in this world to provide to others and to have it wasted by a poor approach. I am very passionate about learning and want all learning experiences to truly benefit a future student and/or client.
What (or who) helped inspire your passion in this area (or areas)?
Experiences in the Honors Program and working with my English professor and Assistant Director of the Honors Program, Dr. Mimi Ensley, have developed my inspiration to provide a nurturing learning environment.
As President of the Honors Program, I had an obligation to lead others in social and academic environments. I knew how to be a leader; however, I did not know what kind of leader I cared to become until I met Dr. Ensley. I learned to appreciate the leader in front of me. During her classes and during Honors Student Government meetings, I observed that a good leader provides for everyone in the room a form of acceptance and acknowledgement and affirms what is communicated by students.
Planning Honors Program events and attending events let me practice these three skills and more. I enjoyed lending an unconditional hand to help others around me. I aspire to finesse accepting, acknowledging, and affirming what is shared to me for future clients and students in need of a leader.
Briefly tell us the story of one stand-out memory from your time at Flagler that will always make you smile:
At the end of my philosophy senior seminar presentation, one of professors gave me an academic heirloom that I will keep forever. I had this professor stand by me throughout my academic career, since my first semester at Flagler, and I cannot thank her enough.
The idea that a powerhouse of a woman watched my younger self flourish into a mature undergraduate academic was not a predictable event for me. This woman provided support, insight, empathy, and most importantly honesty when I was met with tough questions about figuring out who I cared to be in an academic setting. Not only does she have wild integrity, but she shared it with me.
I will always smile when Dr. Thweatt handed me an academic token that gave a sense of redemption for a poor academic past that was made new again.
What academic resources, experiences, or mentors proved most valuable throughout your Flagler experience?
One of the most valuable experiences during my time at Flagler College was working alongside professors. The feedback my professors gave let me grow into a better student. I appreciate my mistakes because they led to great relationships with my professors.
The intimate educational setting and rigorous learning opportunities this college provides is irreplaceable. Working alongside some of the smartest people I may ever encounter is a blessing. My English professors shaped me into a much better communicator, and I cannot ever thank them enough—thank you.
My philosophy professors sincerely took the time to explain complex concepts and brand-new thinking. The philosophy department opened my mind to a brand-new world that I get to share with others. My one-of-a-kind education is easily what is most valuable to me.
I want to extend a special thank you to my Women of Vision mentor, Nancy Birchall, and my English professor, Dr. Darien Andreu, for providing excellent insight on the special connections one must make with individuals in this world.
What is one piece of advice or lesson you learned about the college experience that you wish you could tell your freshman year self?
I would emphasize to my younger self that learning is based on and off the syllabus. At Flagler, your professors here are going to unintentionally teach you great strategies, habits, and lifestyle that cannot be found elsewhere. Pay close attention to what you are learning and embrace every moment of it. Constraining your mind to only working in an academic environment is limiting!
Practice the balance of a social academic life—you end up learning so much more that way! Learning necessitates a community, and I would encourage every freshman to find the area of study or hobby, they enjoy, and embrace the company that comes with those interests.
Tell us about what you’re up to next! Any cool experiences, professional positions, or unique opportunities you have lined up after graduation?
After graduation, I will be interning at the St. John’s County Court House to become more exposed to the legal environment. While observing cases, and working under a judge, I will be studying for the new Law School Administration Test (LSAT) in August. After taking the LSAT, I will be applying to graduate joint-degree programs. Then, continue my academic journey further.
In the News
“Omicron Delta Kappa Celebrates Ann Beverley as a Circle President”
“Ann Beverley is inducted to Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society”
Flagler College News mention
“Leaving room for what gives you joy: Advice for graduating seniors, and everyone”