Ayla Aldrich: Outstanding Student in Elementary Education
Ayla Aldrich is the 2024 Outstanding Student in Elementary Education in the °µÍø¸£Àûapp College of Education and Human Development. Aldrich is a member of Kappa Delta Pi and will complete her degree with a specialization in child development. She transferred to UMaine after earning an associate’s degree in liberal studies from the °µÍø¸£Àûapp at Augusta. In addition to her studies, she enjoyed rock climbing during her time in college. Read more below.
Hometown: Biddeford, Maine
Parents: Christine and Daniel Aldrich
Special thanks: Thank you to my family for supporting me greatly through my undergraduate journey, and to my person, David, for helping me become the person I am today! I couldn’t have done it without my people!
Favorite UMaine memory: One of my favorite UMaine memories was when my good friends and I would go rock climbing in the afternoon after classes. I loved being able to be active alongside good company, and also enjoy the beautiful facility that UMaine offers!