The LEGEND

Grace Brewer’s journey began at Tallulah Falls School where she graduated in 2018 before pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology at the University of Georgia. Four years later, she graduated with her degree and began a post-baccalaureate research fellowship at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland.

Reflecting on her time at TFS, Brewer said, “I found a passion, was pushed to learn and built a support system during high school that served as a springboard into my time at college.” She credits Mrs. Peevy’s biology class with sparking her interest in scientific research, specifically through reading “The Hot Zone” by Richard Preston.

Brewer recalls how her teachers, Mrs. Bly and Mr. Greiving, challenged her to excel in college-level courses and honed her reading and writing skills. “All of my teachers prepared me to excel in college courses that heavily focused on reading and writing,” she said.

In pursuit of her career goal to work at the National Institutes of Health, Grace found a home in the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, where she researches the mechanism of transcriptional activation of Bacillus anthracis virulence genes. She is grateful to everyone who helped her along the way, including her time at TFS.

“Without Tallulah Falls School and the community surrounding it, I would not have the foundation I needed to be successful in my career today,” said Brewer. “I am always happy to talk about careers in science with students interested in learning about the field!”

Brewer’s success is a testament to the quality education and supportive community that Tallulah Falls School provides its students. We wish her all the best in her future endeavors!