I chose Wright State for its faculty and sense of community. Everyone here is very approachable, and I have had plenty of opportunities to make one-on-one connections with people within my field. People on campus truly care about you and want you to be successful not only during your time here, but also after graduation as well. Since high school, I was confident that I wanted to pursue medicine, and Wright State’s Early Assurance Program for undergrads also led me to join this university.
The College of Science and Math has a fantastic Pre-Health Advising Program that will help you navigate your college career and prepare you to be a competitive applicant for many health professional programs. All our advisors here take individual interest in the students, and recognize their unique needs. I have made personal connections with my advisors, and they have been critical to planning my future.
I had the chance to study tropical ecology in Costa Rica during winter break of my sophomore year. It was truly a once in a lifetime opportunity, and I suggest that everyone study abroad at least once. Not only was it very educational, but I got to enjoy sunny and 75 degree weather in Costa Rica while temperatures were below zero back home!
My advice to incoming freshman is to focus on your studies, but leave time to enjoy the college atmosphere too! Work out in the rec center, climb around on the rock wall, join an intramural team, or even participate in canoe battleship at the pool. There’s something for everyone here, you just have to get out and try it.
