Q&A
Why do you belong at IU?
I belong at IU because I am committed to receiving a quality education in the Kelley School of Business and obtaining the ideal college experience. IU provides the opportunities to make it the right choice for every student. I have participated in many extracurricular activities, become a passionate Hoosier, and made everlasting friendships.
What do you like most about your major or scholarship program?
As an accounting major, I am very impressed with the wide range of courses that are available within the Kelley School of Business. I also enjoy my professors and the individual attention that they provide. I appreciate the academic environment with my fellow classmates and I have developed friendships with them outside the classroom.
What is an interesting fact about you that most people would find surprising or unexpected?
Being a southern California native, I never experienced the snow until I came to Indiana.
Where is your favorite spot on campus?
I spend a lot of my time between classes sitting on a bench in the arboretum near the Jordan River. When the weather is nice, itīs a great location and many times I will study there or just relax.
What is your favorite thing about Bloomington?
Bloomington is definitely a college town. I love being surrounded by other IU students and the friendly Midwestern atmosphere.
Tell us about your family.
My parents and my younger brother and even our dog Rudy T. are avid Houston Rockets basketball fans. Now that I am a Hoosier, we are also very committed to IU sports.
What is the best college experience you have had so far?
One of my most memorable events at IU was being in the student section at the IU vs. Kentucky basketball game. The stadium erupted after we beat #1 Kentucky and storming the court was an unbelievable experience.
What do you want to do after you graduate?
As a sophomore and accounting major, I have not yet fully developed my career goals however I look forward to the next two years to help define my career path.
What music are you currently listening to?
I enjoy listening to Coldplay and Simon & Garfunkel, although my favorite song is now This Is Indiana...check it out! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8hdKnr7rpE
What is your advice to students interested in Indiana University?
I highly recommend that you visit IU and experience the beautiful campus and Hoosier spirit. Do whatever you can to make your college selection the right choice and be proactive and get involved in school activities. Donīt waste your college experience and the opportunities presented.
Tell us about your favorite class or teacher
My favorite class was Corporate Strategy with Steven Kreft. The material and professor made the course interesting and worth it to attend class even at 9am!
What unique extracurricular activities have you been involved with?
I was fortunate enough to participate in an AlternativeSpring Break program in New Orleans which broadened my perspective on the devastation in New Orleans as a result of Hurricane Katrina. I enjoyed helping families in need and learned valuable lessons about rebuilding homes. The trip was very rewarding and I was able to experience the vibrant culture of New Orleans.
