Belle Rummel
Belle Rummel
Class Year
’25
Hometown
Butler, Wisconsin
Major(s)
History and Public Relations
Minor(s)
German
Belle Rummel ’25 is a major in public relations and history, with a minor in German. She dreams of combining her passions by working in public relations for museums, where she hopes to plan special events and connect with schools through outreach programs. Belle is also excited about the chance to travel across the country as a freelance public relations professional.
Thanks to Carthage, she took her academic journey to new heights by participating in a J-Term study tour to Germany. This experience let her dive into the culture and history of the country while also letting her improve her language skills and visit many historical sites and museums. “I also met so many amazing people and made lifelong friends,” Belle says. “It was a trip I will never forget.” She looks forward to using these experiences as she continues her studies and moves forward in her career.
Faculty mentors
“The relationships I’ve built with the faculty at Carthage have been crucial to my experience here. Without my advisors and professors, I would still be in a major I wasn’t passionate about. Their faith and support helped me understand my career aspirations and my goals as a student.”
Favorite class
“My favorite class at Carthage is Crisis Communication with Professor Colleen Palmer. The discussions in this class were engaging and enjoyable. I loved being able to apply what I learned to current events instead of just reading textbooks and taking notes.”
Toughest class
“The most challenging class for me was Historical Methods. As a required course for history majors, it focuses on how to write a historical essay. I found it quite difficult to grasp the requirements for a strong essay, but I’m now applying many of those skills in my senior seminar class.”
Campus involvement
“I am involved in a ton on campus! When I was a freshman and sophomore, I was a member of the spirit team and loved my time there. Currently, I hold two eboard positions: president of Zeta Tau Sigma, a social sorority on campus, and secretary for the Public Relations Student Society of America. I am also a Phi Alpha Theta History Honors Society member and a residential assistant on campus.”
Golden opportunities
“I had the amazing opportunity to go to Germany for a study tour in 2022. We were there for over two weeks and visited four different cities! We fully immersed ourselves in the culture and visited many historical sites and museums. I also met so many amazing people and made lifelong friends. It was a trip I will never forget.”
Best tip for making friends
“Get Involved! I know it sounds silly, but it’s true. I have made my best friends by just showing up to events.”
What would your 8-year-old self think of you now?
“My 8-year-old self would be very proud of the career path I’m on now. As a senior, I’ve spent a lot of time reflecting and have identified my strengths and passions, and am now guiding them toward a fulfilling career. I’ve always been outgoing and passionate about history, and now I can pursue a profession that combines both!”