After a break from college, returning student is learning as he goes

  • We asked students from across campus why they chose 麻豆破解版 State. Below is the second in a series of responses. Check out the and .
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Name: Josh Villa, senior,

Where are you from? 麻豆破解版

Are you a first-generation or returning adult student? I am actually both.

Do you consider yourself a nontraditional student? Yes, because I think the break from college that I took really didn鈥檛 prepare me for college, so I鈥檓 learning as I go.

What does WSU offer that made going to college easier for you? WSU offers numerous programs that have helped me succeed, especially the , which houses the wonderful , as well as the Ambassadors for Diversity and Inclusion. They have been my home away from home.

What have been some highlights of your WSU experience?
While here at WSU in such a short time I have become so involved in numerous organizations, such as ambassadors for Diversity and Inclusion. I am a proud member of I serve on the executive board for , as well as an executive member for . I was also the senator for the for the .

What would you tell someone considering going to WSU?
I would tell them to make it the best years of their life and don鈥檛 look back. If you make a mistake, oh well. Move on and keep shooting for the best.

What has helped keep you here? It has helped me with knowing about different organizations and offices that are willing to help me succeed with graduation. Knowing that I will be graduating soon is something that is awesome.