Abigail Dulac ’24, now a confident scientist, started her college career as a nervous student, unsure of what to expect. She says she still remembers sitting in her First-Year Experience class, not fully grasping the significance of what she was learning until her final year.
Now, only a few months after graduating from Thomas College, Abigail has secured a job as a Microbiologist at Poland Spring.
Abigail says thanks to her professors Dr. Allison Moloney and Dr. Alicia McCarthy, during her time at Thomas she rediscovered her love for science and they helped her realize it was what she truly wanted to pursue.
While at Thomas, she interned at the Genotyping Center of America where she gained invaluable hands-on experience. And during a microbiology course with Dr. Moloney, she discovered her passion for the subject – which led her to apply for the microbiologist position at Poland Spring.
“Thomas College helped bring my future within reach by giving me the support, opportunities, and confidence to grow,” said Abigail. “Professors like Moloney and McCarthy reignited my passion for science, and the new lab spaces allowed me to expand my education beyond what was originally offered. The hands-on experiences, from labs to my internship, gave me the skills I needed to step into my career as a scientist with confidence.”
Abigail said that at Thomas College, she transformed not only as a professional but also as a person.
“More than anything, Thomas College and the community within it helped me believe in myself. I went from feeling unsure of my abilities to knowing I could take on challenges, learn from failures, and keep pushing forward. That foundation gave me the courage to pursue opportunities like my new microbiologist position and continue building a career I’m proud of,” she said.