This previously ran in our 2022 June Senior Issue.

Samantha Loeper has excelled in STEM, music, and leadership, Loeper serves as the section leader of the marching band’s pit, as well as directing her time as the National History Day Club president, girls’ team captain of the fitness team, Science Olympiad president, Mock Trial Team treasurer, American Computer Science League treasurer, Young Democrats treasurer, Astronomy Club treasurer, Snowsports Club co-president, and pianist for the EHS jazz band. 

Loeper plans to continue her high academic success at the US Naval Academy next fall to study computer engineering and become a naval aviator. 

Stinger: What’s your favorite memory from marching band? 

Loeper: Going to the diner with the drumline. 

Stinger: Who was your favorite teacher at Emmaus and why? 

Loeper: Mr. Carolla or Mr. Ohl. Mr. Carolla is because I had him as a freshman. Both of them helped me with my college applications. Mr. Ohl helped me with physics last year because I taught it to myself. 

Stinger: How have you changed since freshman year? 

Loeper: I became more confident and am more willing to give help. 

Stinger: How do you think you balance all the stuff that you do? 

Loeper: Excellent question. No idea. I have good time management. I’m very organized, and I have a schedule, all the time. 

Stinger: Do you have any advice for underclassmen? 

Loeper: Ask for help. Try your best.