When Lauryn Dunn first came to Sarah Lawrence, she planned to focus on history, but a lecture course with Drew Cressman revealed in her a surprisingly deep interest in biology. In this episode of SLC Transcript Review, Lauryn and Drew discuss pop quizzes, building confidence, conference projects, and summer research opportunities. Lauryn is the 2025 recipient of the Ian Lipkin ’74 Science Prize at SLC.
Get to Know Sarah Lawrence College
Founded in 1926 and located just north of New York City, Sarah Lawrence College is a distinctive coeducational liberal arts college known for its pioneering approach to education. Our students share an enthusiasm for intellectual rigor, academic curiosity, creativity, and interdisciplinary work. We’re consistently ranked among the leading liberal arts colleges in the country, offering a four-year Bachelor of Arts degree and multiple professional degrees in the arts, humanities, and sciences.