Opportunity To Explore And Discover

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I’d like you to meet Jasper. He traded the Colorado Rockies for Vermont’s Green Mountains and a chance to experience another part of the country. He also wanted to explore intellectual interest before choosing a major. He did that and took advantage of expert advising and support along the way. Jasper, tell us all about your journey.

– Thanks, Alex. When I was on the college hunt, I wasn’t sure about much. I didn’t know what I wanted to study and I wasn’t sure what it would be like living on a college campus away from home. I did know one thing for sure though, I wanted to explore. This desire to discover took me from Boulder, Colorado all the way out east to Burlington, Vermont. Though I am almost 2000 miles away from home, I was surprised at how comfortable I felt when I first got here to Vermont. The Burlington community welcomed me in and gave me a blank canvas to explore. My first few weeks at UVM felt like summer camp. I was trying new things left and right, in and out of the classroom. UVM has over 250 clubs and organizations, and I quickly joined some of the outdoor related ones to experience the beautiful Vermont landscape. I joined UVM Ski and Snowboard Club, the largest of its kind in the country. I also joined UVM’s. Whitewater Kayak Club, and after a few practice sessions in the UVM pool, I found myself paddling down a rapid on the Mad River. I’ve also done a lot of academic exploration here at UVM. My first few semesters, I met often with my advisors and they helped me realize that I love studying English and religion. I’m now working to complete an honors college thesis that involves both departments and my advisors have been with me every step of the way. UVM’s academic support system has been invaluable to my journey and exploration. Now in my senior year, I’m excited about the future. UVM has taught me that exploration and curiosity in and of themselves are valuable tools. I’ll continue to embrace that in my life and future career. All you, Alex

– Jasper, I love how you dove right in, trying new things. It sounds like UVMs Honors College is full of students devoted to rigor, exploration and discovery, right where you belong. We wish you all the best, tackling your senior thesis and with all the discoveries you have ahead. Cheers, Jasper.