One thing that I have been asked multiple times while I have been on campus is why did I choose OSU? I'm from Texas and there are PLENTY of schools in the state that I could've gone to, but none of them were like OSU.

Of course, staying in state was my first choice because the only states I would even think of going to were Oklahoma and Louisiana. Also because it takes 3000 hours to get out of Texas... When I decided to put OSU on my list I thought about what I would major in. Originally, I was going to do fashion design but changed my major to sports media at orientation. OSU is one of the few schools in the US that have a degree program that is dedicated to sports media. That really made me more interested in the school and the program. I knew I wanted to go to a school that once I graduated I was for sure going to get a great job in my field because I will be prepared.

Another reason that I chose OSU was because of the proximity from my family. I'm four hours away from home, and that actually isn't too bad. My dad is originally from Oklahoma and I have quite a bit of family not too far from Stillwater. That was a big deal for me when choosing a school because heaven forbids something happens to me or if I needed something and my parents can't get to me in time. I knew that if I needed anything I could call my cousin in Seminole or my uncle in Mid West City, and they would be there for me. Any school I was thinking of applying to had to be within a two-hour radius of my family. Family Is important to me, so it played a vital role with me picking a school.

A huge factor in me picking to go to OSU was the campus. When I came for a visit August of my senior year, I instantly could see myself there on campus. When I went it was a Friday, and there were students out at the union talking, eating, and studying. I knew right there that I wanted to be one of those students.

Coming to OSU was the best decision I've ever made. Even though it's been three weeks, I'm having so much fun here! I can't wait to spend the next four years of my life here. Go Pokes!