So now let’s head over to the Hayden Lawn here on campus. Here, we have Jesus Vega waiting for us. He’s gonna talk with us about Arizona State’s community and support. Jesus, you’re on.
Yeah, what’s up Alex? What’s up everyone? My name is Jesus Vega and I’m currently a sophomore majoring in global studies. And I’m from Eureka Arizona, which is a small town right by the border of Mexico. I never imagined myself as a Sun Devil, but luckily because of my girlfriend who comes to ASU, I got to visit a lot and I just fell in love with the Campus. It was so big, there were so many walks of life, that I just knew I wanted to be here. I knew that by coming here, not only would I be able to get out of my comfort zone, but also be close enough to visit back home without a hassle.
As a first generation minority student, it can be difficult to navigate the college process, but ASU made it such a welcoming experience that I couldn’t have asked for anything better. And as a really big university, it could honestly be so easy to get overwhelmed. I mean, literally within the first week of school as a freshmen, ASU throws everything at you, everything from the running club, to the gaming club, to even Quidditch. But in order to make the most out of ASU, you have to find that small community within such a big community. You have to find those people that not only elevate you, but make you feel at home and like you belong here.
ASU also offers what’s called the First Year Success Coach, which is a student coach that helps first year students. And my coach, Suhey Ortega, was really there for me. As a matter of fact, I still talk to her every now and then. But coming into college, I didn’t feel like I belonged. My peers seemed to know more than me and as a first-generation student, it was quite discouraging. But going to her, she would tell me that it was okay and that I did belong here at ASU.
You know, something that I really love about ASU is that I’m not seen as less due to my background. I’m represented in many different ways, from the student leaders, to the professors, to the staff. You know, the charter is interesting because it’s talked about so much, but it honestly makes me feel at home. The fact that ASU measures itself not by who it excludes, but by who it includes is powerful. I’m constantly inspired by other people of color that are empowered to be successful here at ASU, because it reminds me every day that I, too, can be successful. ASU wants you to succeed. And what more can you ask for from a university? Back to you, Alex.
Jesus, great job. Thank you for opening up about your story. I’m glad you found ASU, my friend. That was great. Cheers, Jesus
Okay, everyone next, let’s meet Taylor whose love for children led her to pursue a bachelor’s degree in child and family studies. As you will hear her explain, family and consumer sciences has five unique majors, depending on your area of interest. So let’s head over to the child development lab. Take it away. Taylor.
– Thanks Alex. Hey, y’all I’m Taylor. And when you first go off to college, it can be a little scary, but it’s important to find your home on your new campus. At Carson-Newman, I found my home through the Family and Consumer Sciences Department. One of my favorite things about this department is the community that I’ve built through my classes and labs. In fact, one of my professors always prays with us at the beginning of every class. This really means a lot, And I think shows how much professors care about us. My major includes an emphasis in early childhood education. Programs for Young Children is a course where I met many new people while experiencing the opportunity to interact with children in a preschool lab. In the Child Development Lab, students observe the physical, social, and emotional development of preschoolers. My favorite part is getting the chance to create different learning centers and activities for the kids. Other labs that give FCS students hands-on learning experiences include the Foods and Nutrition Lab in Duncan hall. I loved both of these labs because you get to learn the basics of food preparation and learn to cook great food. Also team building and time management skills are incorporated into both of these labs, which is important for any FCS major. In addition to early childhood education and foods and nutrition, FCS offers majors in interior design and fashion design. And no matter your major, you get to complete an internship course your senior year. I’m confident the FCS department is preparing me to become an amazing leader, communicator, and role model in my future career. That’s all for me. Back to you, Alex
– Taylor, I know your enthusiasm and personality will lead you to great success in your future and what a beautiful facility in which you get to learn. That was amazing. Thanks again for that.
Okay everyone. So you are definitely going to want to stick around to see this place and these beautiful horses. Hope and her Asbury bred horse named Simba are waiting for us at the equine farm. Located just a few miles south of the horse capital of the world, Asbury’s equine program is equipping students to be Christ centered leaders in the equine industry. Hope, show us around.
– Thanks for that introduction, Alex, I spent my summers growing up as a volunteer at the Asbury University equine center, where I fell in love with the horses and the scenery. I always admired the college students that stuck around in the summers to help with camps, and I knew I wanted to be like them when I grew up. Plus, I knew I’d be able to spend more time with the beautiful horses at Asbury. Once a student at Asbury, I became involved with everything here at the equine center, I was a student worker and a member of multiple clubs. The professors and staff cared so much about my growth as a young horse woman, and I was able to do some really neat things. There are multiple academic tracks to choose from and each course offers a new way of looking at the equine industry. My favorite course was equine law, because we learned the why behind how horse businesses are run. Even after graduation, my professors still keep in touch and care about what I’m doing. I was a part of the service mounts program for the duration of my time at Asbury. I was assigned a colt as a freshmen and I got to train him up to the age of three. He now works as a police mount in the streets of Atlanta, Georgia. I got to learn every aspect of horse training from the ground up. Literally. I also loved how close we were to the world renowned Kentucky horse park. I was able to work there part-time and I learned so much. We were also able to volunteer at events like the national mounted police horse colloquium, and attend nationally recognized horse shows. I now work as a human resources administrator at Hagyard Equine Medical Institute in Lexington, Kentucky. It’s one of the oldest and largest private veterinary practices in the world. Thanks to Asbury, I’ve been equipped with the skills to be a lifelong learner. And I love being behind the scenes of the equine industry. I learned how important it is to keep an open mind and heart to accept new opportunities, and also to never take for granted the people around me who support and encourage me. That’s all from me back to you, Alex.
– Amazing job, Hope. Thank you for sharing your story. Asbury’s equine program truly is special. I can’t wait to get out there and feed Simba a carrot or two. That was awesome. Thanks again, Hope.
Okay everyone, let’s meet Sierra who is right at home, working in front or behind the camera. She’s a first-generation student, majoring in communications. Let’s head over to Blodgett Hall, while she’ll tell us how Adelphi’s approach to learning is very unique. And how the support she gets from professors and classmates, is literally changing her life. Sierra, over to you.
– Thanks Alex. Growing up I always knew I wanted to be involved in a creative field, but I wasn’t sure exactly where I wanted to be. After taking a media production course during my first year, I was inspired to go into communications with a concentration in digital production here at Adelphi. One thing I love about Adelphi is our professors take a personalized approach to our academics. We have small class sizes and it’s very different from sitting in a large lecture hall. Ever since my first semester, I’ve had tons of one-on-one meetings with all of my professors about different projects and assignments, and I’ve had a hands-on experience with a ton of different camera and sound equipment. So everything we work on is very personal. My classmates and I are always helping each other out on video shoots and our professors are extremely helpful in teaching us a combination of editing softwares. Many professors in our department have also had their films showcased at different film festivals, and they’re able to connect students with great internships. From local internships to even bigger opportunities in New York City, such as Saturday Night Live. One of my favorite things about Adelphi is its location. We have New York City right in our backyard and you’ll be in Manhattan in no time for either your internship or a field trip in business, arts, communications or technology. Coming to college as a first-generation student, I was very nervous about making friends and finding my place, but once I got to Adelphi, it felt just like home. Now, as a senior, I can’t wait to finish up my education and see what this field has in store for me. And that’s my story. Back to you, Alex.
– Sierra, it’s amazing how personalized attention from your professors can have such an impact. The comradery among you and your fellow comm students is absolutely awesome. And it sounds like you’ll be ready to roll after you graduate. We can’t wait to see where you end up. Please keep up with us, okay? Take care, Sierra.
It’s awesome to know that Adelphi students get so much attention in class, but what’s it like outside the classroom? With over 90 clubs and activities, exciting athletics and intramurals, there’s lots of student life. Sarah’s here to tell us all about it. She’s super confident now, but that wasn’t always the case. Let’s find out why at the Panther statue. Take it away, Sarah.
– Thanks Alex. Hi everyone. I’m a senior psychology, major in Adelphi’s education program. I knew I wanted to be a teacher when I was young, and Adelphi’s five-year master’s program for education, is what drew me into the school at first. But it’s not the only reason that I stayed. When I first came to Adelphi, I was scared to put myself out there, but it quickly changed when I met the amazing community here. These panthers inspired me to attend club meetings and explore different activities around campus. Starting with the student activities board. They were so welcoming and made me feel like I belonged. I am honored to say that I am now serving as the president of the very same club. From there, I joined a sorority. Joining a sorority has been by far one of the best experiences of my life. These girls became my best friends and support system to the past years. The wide range of Adelphi’s clubs and activities is surely something I have taken advantage of. They’re so important in helping students find one another and finding those with similar interests. The center for student and community engagement runs all clubs and organizations on campus. They’re are a great resource and support system for helping each student find what club is perfect for them. I am so happy that I chose Adelphi University. Adelphi has given me not only skills to use as a teacher, but it’s taught me how to work with others, take on leadership roles, and help new students do the same. When a student comes to Adelphi, they don’t just get an amazing college education, they get a great college experience. Back to you, Alex.
– Wow, Sarah, I absolutely love your journey becoming a student leader through all the amazing activities at Adelphi. I bet being in charge of a classroom will be a piece of cake for you now. And I love that five-year program saving you a year of tuition, very smart, but we expect nothing less from a future teacher. Thanks again.
And now we’re going to meet Madeline. Madeline is a campus leader focused on her academics, but also likes to blow off some steam and hang out with friends on the weekends. Let’s head over to the beautiful reasoner green and find out what all there is to do in and around Asbury and Wilmore Kentucky. Take it away, Madeline.
– Thanks Alex. Growing up here in Wilmore, I always knew I wanted to go to Asbury. Even before I was a student, I was already welcomed into this incredible community. I love the small campus and classes, and how students have personal relationships with the professors. I also wanted a campus that would grow my faith, activate my future career, provide a place that felt like home, and help me cultivate intentional relationships. I knew early on that Asbury was the perfect fit for me. Part of what has made my experience here so special, is helping others create the same rich community that I enjoy. By working as a resident advisor for my floor, I’ve been able to serve others, plan events, create an amazing residence life experience and form lasting friendships. Although as we sit in the small town of Wilmore, Kentucky, it’s only 15 minutes from Lexington, a city with a spectrum of employers, ranging from creative small startups to large corporations. As well as entertainment, like concerts, amazing restaurants, horse industry events, museums, and major sporting events. Asbury is within driving distance from cities like Louisville, Cincinnati, Nashville, and Indianapolis. And what’s more exciting is if I want to explore the world, the Blue Grass Airport is right in our backyard. If you asked me what the perfect day here would look like, I would say grabbing a cup of coffee in our campus coffee shop, hiking or canoeing at the riverfront, enjoying ice cream with friends in beautiful downtown Wilmore, then heading into Lexington to do some thrifting, and then coming back to campus to cheer on some friends at an intermural game. I truly feel at home here at Asbury University. This is an amazing place. Back to you, Alex.
– Wow, Madeline. Now that does sound like a perfect day at Asbury. Thank you for sharing your story and some of the fun that students at AU have. I’m heading to check out those amazing hiking trails as soon as I can. Thanks again.
You all are going to love this next segment. Senior Willens is meeting us to share about the incredible educational experience he is having in the school of science and math. Willens is one of over 60 international students on campus. He comes to Asbury from Haiti, and has found a home here in Kentucky. Willens, please take it away.
– It’s great to be here, Alex. When I was in high school, I knew that going abroad for college would be in my best interest, but I didn’t know God had Asbury in His plan for me until I was introduced to the school by alumni who serve others in my home country of Haiti. When I moved to Wilmore, I expected everything to be a challenge, but my fears quickly disappeared when I arrived here. Asbury made sure I felt right at home, I even get to meet other international students on my very first week here. And we all learned more about American culture together. That was my first introduction to the incredible community here, and it is still helping me today. The authentic relationship with faculties and students, ensure that every student’s story is heard and that everyone finds their place here. Me, I found my place in the math department. Every year we get to participate in a worldwide competition called ComAp, where we use math to solve real world problems. During ComAp week, teams literally camp out in the math building, working together for solutions. We sharpen our collaborative and academic learning skills while also having a lot of fun. I love studying math in this close knit environment, alongside other majors, like computational science and engineering mathematics. And because of Asbury’s small size, I get to have the full college experience. For example, when I get to be in a part of the school sales team and get to represent the school in an intercollegiate sales competition, gaining sales skills, that will be useful in the future. And just a short walk from the math department are the fine arts students, who are spinning incredible pottery and composing beautiful music. The communities academic diversity is just as rich as its students. With over 150 areas of studies that Asbury offers, you’re sure to have an experience of a lifetime here. Back to you, Alex.
– Thank you, Willens. It’s so good to hear about how easy it was for you to connect to the community here as an international student, and how you’ve gotten involved in many different academic clubs and teams. We are cheering you on in your next math competition. Cheers, Willens.
Personal coaching from professors and a quick train ride to all the arts in New York City, that’s what makes Adelphi a perfect college for arts and humanities. Let’s meet, Isuri. She came here from the other side of the world to earn her BA and is now at Yale school of drama. Let’s head to the beautiful performing arts center. Isuri, it’s your time to roll. Let’s go.
– Thanks for the intro, Alex. Hey, y’all hope you’re having a great day today. I’m Isuri, I’m from Sri Lanka, and I am an Adelphi alumna from the class of 2018. Adelphi really helps me get involved right from the start of my move from Sri Lanka to New York. This place and the people helped me form meaningful relationships and have amazing memories. So I didn’t really have to miss home so much. I had great mentors in the theater department who got to know me for who I am and not just as a student, so the theater department really felt a lot like family to me. Speaking of family, my home at Adelphi, which is the performing arts center that we like to call PAC has numerous rehearsal and performance venues, so I had access to actors, musicians, and dancers. And the visual arts students would have exhibitions outside of our studios, so I really felt like I was immersed in the arts at all times. We also got to watch performances by outside artists. And I found myself going to the city almost every weekend to watch off Broadway performances, and that is a Testament to how close we are to the central hub of performing arts, which is New York City. After I graduated in 2018, I moved to the city and I worked as a professional actor and at a nonprofit that I was introduced to as a Jagger community fellows intern, which is a program that’s unique to Adelphi. I then decided to continue my training as an actor, and I’m currently at the school of drama at Yale, pursuing my masters in acting. I’ve learned that curiosity gets you far and the right community can aid you in your dreams. And that is what Adelphi did for me. Back to you, Alex.
– Thank you so much for sharing your story, Isuri. It’s great to hear how amazing professors, fellow artists and trips to New York City, helped you learn your craft. The arts and the humanities like anthropology, languages, political science, all come alive at Adelphi. Isuri, we look forward to seeing you at the Tony’s real soon. Take care.
When we say Adelphi transforms lives, we’re talking about students like Areeba. She loved math, and Adelphi helped her turn that into a whole new career path. Adelphi’s career guidance is nationally awarded and her professors helped her find an amazing future. Let’s head over to the science building, and meet a future biomedical engineer. Areeba, please take it away.
– Thank you Alex. Hey everyone, it’s nice to see you all. With older siblings in the fields of engineering and medicine, I always had great role models growing up. When I first started Adelphi, I knew this was the place for me. I wasn’t quite sure of my career choice, but with the guidance of amazing professors, I found out I could major in math and double up in biology. Adelphi really stood out to me because of the small class sizes. I love the idea of professors focusing on students. I had great mentors here. Here at Adelphi, we offer individualized attention, immersive learning opportunities and award-winning career support. In my first year at Adelphi, I decided to pursue my passion and major and math. In 2018, I found out about an opportunity at Harvard and MIT’s Health Science and Technology Summer Institute. That was the moment that defined my career. There, I won the best poster award for my project in antibiotic resistance. Then, I joined the physics research lab and finished up my masters in applied math and data science. Here at Adelphi we offer many fast track degree programs, which allowed me to finish up my bachelor’s of science and master’s of science in four years. With a guidance and support from my amazing math professor, I’m now joining Tufts University in the upcoming fall to pursue my PhD in biomedical engineering. If it wasn’t for Adelphi, I never would have known I could have options like mixing math and biology. Adelphi changed my life and taught me anything is possible and to always pursue your interests. And that’s my story. Back to you, Alex.
– Areeba, that’s great advice, especially for students who aren’t sure what they want to major in. Sounds like you’re well on your way to an amazing career. It’s awesome that a Adelphi, you are able to explore, blaze your own trail, and find your own path to success. Take care.
The New York metro area is amazingly diverse. Home to people from every background, religion and culture. Adelphi, reflects that. So let’s head over to the university center and meet Jason. He was looking for a warm welcoming, and inclusive community, and he certainly found it right here. This bio major lives on campus and has a cool job as a resident assistance. Jason, please take it from here.
– Thanks Alex, for that introduction. What’s going on with everyone? Being a part of community was a huge part of my high school experience. And I was starting to look for a college that was warm and welcoming. Thankfully, I landed at Adelphi University, and it’s in this very campus where my journey began. When I started, I didn’t really know anyone, but with the help of the Center for Student and Community Engagement I became an orientation leader summer of 2019. I find myself making more connections with other leaders while helping the incoming first years create their own amazing college experience. There are run a hundred different clubs and organizations on campus. Academics, diversity, art, the environment, waste to get back. Almost any interests. Personally, our branched out to other areas such as becoming a resident assistant, and going into Greek life. Adelphi’s Greek community introduced me to so many of my closest friends today. My favorite events are Greek sing and Greek week, wherever every organization on gets together, competes in awesome events and shows and creates long lasting memories with each other. Adelphi’s welcoming you into a community for students of all backgrounds, such as first-generation and international students is another one of my favorite parts of being a Panther. There are students from all over the world here. As a resident assistant, I got to meet people from many different countries and put on programs for all, to make Adelphi feel like a second home. Diversity programs have also been put on to help capture representation and provide education. Hopefully, you’re all able to catch a glimpse of the opportunities that Adelphi provided me to helped me grow as an individual. Adelphi welcomed me with open arms and I will do the same to you. Back to you, Alex.
– Wow, Jason. So good to hear how a Delphi made you feel so welcome and how you’re doing the same by helping first year students feel at home. Adelphi has so many diverse clubs, and so many diverse activities to build a feeling of community and a sense of belonging. That was great.