Building Resilience: How Scholarships Support Maggie Stahl’s Vision
Maggie Stahl receives the Virginia Butcher award for Commitment and Dedication at the Wentworth Women's Collective Night of 1972 celebration
Growing up in the coastal town of Westerly, Rhode Island, Maggie Stahl, Architecture ’26, learned firsthand about the balance between natural environments and historic architecture. That early perspective would shape a goal to one day own an architectural firm specializing in coastal resilience and planning.
At Wentworth, Stahl has learned to build structures, but she has also learned how to build community. She thrives on regular interactions with faculty, staff, and peers, soaking up lessons from their diverse experiences.
Stahl’s resume reflects a deep commitment to the university. She has served as the Vice President of Marketing and Communication for Wentworth Student Government, worked as a Guest Services Coordinator and Graphic Designer at the Schumann Fitness Center, and is an active member of the Honors Program.
Stahl has additionally spent the last few years guiding first-year students. As an Embedded Tutor for Architectural Representation and Media classes, she collaborated with faculty and hosted regular office hours to help new students grasp foundational design concepts. Beyond the classroom, she recently completed a successful co-op with BL Companies, gaining vital, hands-on industry experience.
As her senior year winds down amidst the heavy workload of her final Studio project, Stahl’s extensive campus contributions are being recognized. Her Orientation Coordinator team was named Student Staff Team of the Year, and she was honored as a "Leading Leopard" at the annual Women@Wentworth breakfast.
And she received the Virginia Butcher award for Commitment and Dedication at the Wentworth Women's Collective Night of 1972 celebration.
"This award is truly an honor to receive as the night is centered around the first five women who attended Wentworth in 1972,” she shared. “I am extremely grateful to those who nominated me and everyone who has supported me through my undergraduate journey!"
For Stahl, the late nights in the studio, the leadership roles, and the lifelong friendships are made possible through donor support. As a student entirely responsible for her student loans upon graduation, the scholarships she receives are more than just financial aid; they are the foundation that allows her to thrive.