Knight to Know: Amellia Mae McGuire-Matheny ’25

By Ryan Hiemenz | May 16, 2025
Amellia McGuire-Matheny ’25 in black and white.

Hometown: Bend, Ore.

Major: Biology

Minor: Neuroscience

Extracurriculars: At Arcadia, I have had the privilege to study abroad in London, Fiji, and New Zealand. I will be completing my final trip abroad to Dominica after graduation. On campus, I am a Resident Assistant and President of the Pre-Health Professions Club. Through this club, we have organized an Undergraduate Healthcare Conference that happens in October each year. I also write for the Because Arcadia Blog and work on initiatives with the Honors Council.

What do you like to do in your free time?

In my free time, I love to be outside hiking or camping. I also love to read and explore new cafes. Spending quality time with the people I love has also been very grounding for me throughout college.

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

My proudest accomplishment would have to be how I have been able to travel so much while still fulfilling all of my academic and extracurricular activity goals.

Favorite Arcadia memory: My favorite memory at Arcadia is lying on the deck of the castle by the sundial dial, stargazing with my friends.

Post-grad plans: After graduation, I will be going on a road trip through Canada to get back to Oregon. I will also volunteer with the Muscular Dystrophy Association summer camp before I start Medical School in the Fall. I have also been commissioned as an Officer in the U.S. Navy.