Campus Life with Emily

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Let’s meet Emily, a business administration major with a marketing concentration from Wallingford, Connecticut. Emily has fully embraced everything Eastern has to offer, from leading in business classes to starring in musicals. She’s gonna tell us about her vibrant campus life and explain why at Eastern it’s not surprising for a business major to play the lead in “Carrie.” Emily, please take it away.

– Thanks for the introduction, Alex. Hey, everyone. In high school, I loved being busy and being involved. I participated in musical theater productions, choir, started a club, and was active in my Christian faith. When I came to Eastern Connecticut State University, I made even more friendships because of all the involvement opportunities. Saying goodbye to my family and starting a new lifestyle was overwhelming as a first-year student. However, I took a step out of my comfort zone and found great opportunities to make some friends. I attended the Student Involvement Fair, where almost 100 clubs and organizations recruit new members, which is where I connected with 180 Christian Fellowship. I fell in love with the community and environment. Not only this, but I took a chance and auditioned for some theater productions. Eastern allows even non-majors to participate in their shows, and I was cast as Carrie in “Carrie” the musical, where I developed my acting skills and met some awesome people. Not only does Eastern make students feel at home through clubs and organizations, it provides incredible resources and support systems through its residential life. 90% of first years and two thirds of all students live on campus. They have access to professors, computer labs, the Academic Success Center, and fun activities, like CAB events, Fall Fest, and Spring Fest, which all take place here on campus. Leaving behind the routines, family, and friends that I knew in high school was tough for me, but because of Eastern, I can confidently live my student life feeling supported and with all the friends I’ve made at college. That’s all for me. Back to you, Alex.

– Wow, Emily, you did a great job of painting a picture of this vibrant residential campus with tons of activities and dozens of clubs and organizations, from anime to wrestling. No wonder students living on campus are more engaged, get better grades, and graduate at higher rates. Thanks again, Emily.