Molly Lodwig ’29

Hometown

Hellertown, PA

Intended Major

Political Science with a business law minor

What is a big question that you think the liberal arts help us to explore?

I think the medical, physical and social sciences help us better understand our questions about the human race better.

What is one favorite quote or idea of yours from any class you've taken in the foundational core?

In Philosophy 101 government was explained as “The entity made by the people to regulate the balance between safety and efficiency; for example everything is regulated like how speed limits are created, efficiency to help people get where they’re going and limited by how safely that’s done.”

How do you hope your studies will help you make a positive impact in your community?

I hope to become a criminal defense attorney

What are you most excited about for the future of the Pioneer Scholars?

To go abroad

Looking ahead, what kind of impact do you hope to have after graduation?

I hope to complete the 3+3 BA and JD degree program with Villanova’s Charles Widger Law School and use my words to defend those who need help the most.