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Hello! My name is Kat (short for Katelyn), I’m involved in many activities on campus, my favorites being a tour guide at the Anne Frank Center and the Women in Computing club. I’m really passionate about highlighting underrepresented voices in S.T.E.M. and research, which is why I hope to pursue a Ph. D. in educational technology, and I love traveling and learning about new cultures and foods!
- Pronouns: She/Her
- Hometown: Charleston, SC
- Major/Minor: Computer Science | Asian Studies
- Year: Class of 2025
Why I chose the South Carolina Honors College
This is where I felt the most valued, not only as a student but as a member of the Honors community. The signature Honors courses also held a lot of appeal for me because I loved the fact I could explore classes outside of my major.
My advice for prospective students: Your value is more than just a statistic! Applying to college is stressful, and it can be very easy to get caught up in the numbers of how you measure up to current students. Take a step back and look at how the university supports its students, and what environment you think you would thrive the most in. College is not one size fits all, so make sure you choose what feels right to you!
Favorite question during an information session: What is it like being a PoC student at USC?
I was hesitant when I first came here, but I've found that there is a strong multicultural community at USC, and the university hosts things like hip hop Wednesdays and a variety of cultural shows that make it easy to get to know members in the community and learn about other cultures as well!
Quick Facts
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| Favorite place for lunch on or near campus: | Furusato Bento |
| Favorite study music: | Japanese city pop from the 90s - any music in a foreign language is great for locking in to do school work! |
| Currently reading for fun: | Rereading the Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller, perfect for any Greek mythology fans! |
| Skill I’d like to master: | I would love to master slack lining! My friends and I started learning how to do it this summer, and I think its a fun way to get outside and have fun. |
| Your most clutch items for dorm life your first year: | Water boiler - its perfect for quick meals or making a nice cup of tea/coffee, plus you'll probably use it through all four years of college. |
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