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Natalie Wharton – Top Scholar, Class of 2026

Natalie Wharton standing next to logs on a beachEach year, Grays Harbor College recognizes the students who graduate with the top GPA in the class. Graduating with a perfect 4.0 GPA, Natalie Wharton is one of the top scholars in the Class of 2026.

Degree

Associate in Arts – Direct Transfer Agreement

What was your favorite class at GHC and why?

My favorite was Jazz Band because I got the ability to make music and meet some amazing people.

Did you participate in any extracurricular activities while attending GHC?

The GHC Jazz Band

What are your future educational and/or career goals?

Attend UW in the Fall to get my Bachelor’s in Biochemistry, going further into a pharmacy program to become a pharmacist.

What advice would you give to future students?

Stay on top of your work and communicate with your professors.

Would you like to recognize anyone for supporting your educational journey?

I’d like to thank my loved ones, both family and friends, and I’d like to thank all of my professors that were so engaging and understanding.

Is there any other information that you would like to share?

I also just graduated high school (also as valedictorian)