Celeste Bayer
class of 2018

Currently working for Torchbearers International as a Practical Student.

Since graduating Celeste has worked, studied at Torchbearers and Madison College, and traveled to 10 countries.

Endeavor prepared me to do things on my own and problem solve situations. I also found that I had better communication skills than most people my age did.

Anthony Butz
class of 2019

Currently pursuing freelance photography work and working. 

Endeavor really helped me explore the things that I was passionate about and open my mind to things that I had no idea I would be interested in. When I joined Endeavor, I thought that I would graduate high school in 4 years and work to become a marine biologist. As time went on, however, and I worked on more projects and got a feel for other core interests of mine I realized that a life in science perhaps wasn’t the life that I truly wanted.

I still have a deeply-rooted love and passion for the ocean, but instead of a career as a scientist that studies marine life, I’m working towards a career that focuses more on an overall appreciation of the ocean and the natural world with focuses on conservation, storytelling and education as a photographer and videographer. Without Endeavor, I may have never even considered this as an option.

Winter Harmsen
class of 2019

Currently attending Lincoln Trail College. 

Winter is a member of the women’s soccer team.

Rebecca Leinstock
class of 2017

Currently serving in the National Guard and working.

Endeavor helped me learn discipline and many skills I use in my civilian job. I learned time management, I’m adept at calling customers in an appropriate manner and I have a good work ethic.

Maya Roberts
class of 2017

Currently attending Viterbo University with a major in Business Leadership and Management with minors in Math and Gerontology. 

Maya is a member of the varsity volleyball team and part of the honors program.

When I arrived at college, I was light-years ahead of my peers in the ability to speak in front of people. I also had a great “do-it-on-my-own” mindset that allowed me to stay on top of homework and go above an

Isabelle Wangerin
class of 2017

Currently attending University of Northwestern Saint Paul.

Compared to my peers, I felt as if I had a good understanding of time management skills, self motivation skills, goal setting skills, and public speaking skills.

While homework in college was a bit of a shock, Endeavor projects helped me to understand how to split it up and have time to take care of myself and others throughout the semester.