Major: Plant Biology
Hometown: Hamshire, TX
Where did you transfer from? Arizona State University (online)
Why did you choose to transfer to the University of Michigan?
I was looking for schools with strong science and environment degree programs, somewhere with seasons (the south was getting too hot), an involved student community, as well as a new area to live in and explore for a bit.
Based on your personal experience, what is the one thing you want to tell new transfer students?
It can be pretty hard to adjust to the pace at first, but things definitely get better as you get accustomed to being here.
How did you make friends and meet other students on campus?
Either in classes or at the Transfer Student Center.
What is your favorite part about being an LSA transfer student?
Going to the Transfer Student Center to study, chat, or both.
What do you know now that you wished you knew before transferring to the University of Michigan?
Don’t worry about meeting new people, there are all kinds of folks here!
Why did you choose your specific major(s)?
I was interested in pivoting from a career in the military to a field where I could focus more on helping people.
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