Q: Why did you choose Mizzou?
A: It was a great school that offered a really good program for my major.

Q: Why CAFNR/your chosen major?
A: I chose CAFNR because I grew up loving hunting and fishing. With that I realized that I love to spend time in the outdoors and what better way to do that then get a major related to the outdoors.

Q: What were/are some challenges you faced as a first-generation student?
A: Some challenges that I faced as a first-generation student were trying to figure out how to set up my schedule so I can still have time to spend time with family and friends. Another challenge was trying to find myself as a person and where to hang out since I was the first-generation student. 

Q: Who has helped you overcome those challenges?
A: The people that have helped me were my friends.

Q: What’s your favorite part of attending Mizzou?
A: My favorite part of attending Mizzou was finding what I really wanted to do with my life. Even though I already knew what I wanted to do to a point in my life. Another part that I liked attending Mizzou was creating my friendships with people who I thought I would not connect with. 

Q: What advice would you give other first-generation college students?
A: My advice I would give to other first-generation college students would be find a friend group that pushes you to be your best, and don’t be afraid to ask for help when you really need it. Also, if a friend invites you to something take a chance and go. You might enjoy it. I know I did. One of my friends invited me to an event, and I absolutely loved going and it has completely changed my life. 

Q: How will your college experience impact your future?
A: My college experience has impacted my future by helping me figure out what I actually wanted to do in my life, which is to become a land manager in the private sector or government sector. It has also impacted my future with the friendships that I have created with my friends.