Donor Impact Spotlight: Kaitlin Moseley ’25

“I am able to graduate this May with my degree! I am the first in my family! Your kindness and generosity have opened doors for me that once felt out of reach and I will carry this gift with gratitude for the rest of my life.” – Kaitlin Moseley ’25

For Kaitlin Moseley, graduating from Campbell means more than just receiving a degree. It’s a defining milestone for a first-generation graduate who spent her four years on campus growing academically, spiritually and personally.

A native of Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, Kaitlin considered several schools across the state, but ultimately had her heart set on Campbell the moment she stepped foot on campus. “When I visited campus, it just felt different. The atmosphere, the people — you could tell everyone cared for one another. That sense of community is what brought me here.”

Kaitlin faced the typical challenges every first-year college student faces: adjusting to living hours away from home, figuring out class schedules, changing majors. But she quickly adjusted and took advantage of the many opportunities Campbell had to offer.

Graduating as a double major in biology and environmental science, Kaitlin encountered many experiences that expanded her learning experience beyond the classroom. In the summer of 2024 she studied abroad, spending two weeks in Hawaii as part of Campbell’s Ecology and Culture program. As part of the service-based trip, she helped remove invasive plants and replant native species across two of Hawaii’s eight islands.

She also completed a special topics research project on historical plant collection trips to Hawaii from the 1930s, helping fill out plant collections across multiple states.

Kaitlin volunteered as a small group leader on campus and served as the Student Government Association chaplain where she assisted in organizing and leading worship gatherings, like the annual Christmas worship service. She also worked as a team leader with Tartan, a small group of student leaders who volunteer to help new students adjust to college life.

Even time spent working in the campus greenhouse, weeding, replanting, and reflecting, became a memorable part of her Campbell experience. All of which she credits to the support of her parents, mentors and donors.

Kaitlin often called her parents who, despite not having experienced college life, still offered valuable advice. She found mentors in Dr. Havran and Dr. Larsen from the biology department whom she could rely on as she navigated life as a double major. She’s also grateful for the support of donors whose generosity provides scholarships and the opportunity to complete research projects, like her own, possible.

In her final semester, Kaitlin was named a recipient of the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award, a national honor bestowed upon students, alumni or faculty across schools in the southern United States that exhibit outstanding character, integrity and service to others.

Now planning to take a gap year before pursuing a master’s program in conservation or ecology, Kaitlin says she’s already thinking about giving back to help future students achieve their goals and dreams.

“I found a lot of community here in the people. You’re more than just a number here. I will definitely give back just for the people that are here, because they’re truly what makes Campbell what it is.”

Anyone can make a difference as a donor and every gift, no matter the size, makes a difference for students like Kaitlin. Give back today at give.campbell.edu and invest in the future of Campbell.