Knight to Know: Alessandra Arehart ’25

By Ryan Hiemenz | May 18, 2025
Alessandra Arehart ’25

Hometown: Philadelphia, Pa.

Major: English

Minor: Secondary Education

Extracurriculars: At Arcadia, I have been involved in the Social Action and Justice Education Fellowship Program (SAJE) for all four years. The SAJE program offers Education majors to find support through one another as well as educate the community on issues pertaining to the education system.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I love to spend time with my friends and family, go to the beach, try new restaurants, read, cook, go to concerts, and try different group fitness classes.

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

My proudest accomplishment to date would be being the first to complete an independent study within the education department in collaboration with Dr. Brasof, as well as completing both semesters of student teaching!

Favorite Arcadia memory: My favorite memory from Arcadia would have to be attending acceptance week back in 2021 and the excitement of a new place with so many opportunities.

Post-grad plans: My post-grad plans are to move out of state and become a high school English teacher. I would also like to travel to many new countries and take up new hobbies during my summers off.