Nathan
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NathanHometown: Mount Vernon, IndianaMajor: AccountingActivities: Visitor Information Center Tour Guide, Member of the student cheering sections; Paint Crew, Gold Mine & Block Party, Advertising Representative at The Exponent (student newspaper) |
| Why did you choose Purdue? My dad went to Purdue, so I have been a Boilermaker my whole life. |
| What is a typical day like for you? I go to class everyday. I also work at The Exponent (student newspaper) everyday and go to see clients in between classes. |
| What was your favorite class? Political Science 237-Modern Weapons; The professor was great and I learned quite a bit about how warfare operates in today's world. |
| Was are your career goals? Right now, it is to graduate and become CPA certified, after that ...... |
| What was your favorite course within your major? 350/351-Intermediate Accounting; The professors were great and gave me insight into how the accounting world really works. |
| Describe your most memorable experience at Purdue. It is a tie between when I got a 100% on one of my finals; when Terrance Crump hit the game winning shot against Virginia; when we rushed the court after beating Wisconsin; or when we met the basketball team at the airport after they won at Wisconsin. |
| What is a unique experience you have had as a tour guide? Getting to talk to all of the Alumni. I have had a few tours with 50th Anniversary classes. To see how much they enjoy coming back to campus is great. |
| Where are your favorite spots on campus? Mackey Arena (basketball); Ross-Ade Stadium (football); Intercollegiate Athletic Facility (volleyball) |
| What would you tell a prospective student about Purdue? Purdue is a great place to get a great education, along with meeting some great people. The campus itself is also really nice. |
| How has your Purdue experience been so far? My Purdue experience has been great. If I was back in high school now, I wouldn't have considered any other school |