Meet Utah State's New Freshmen

Meet Utah State’s New Freshmen

President Hall welcomed Utah State's new freshman class during a ceremony on the Quad Monday afternoon, the opening day of the Fall 2003 semester. During his remarks, President Hall outlined a number of statistics that gave some sense of who those new faces are.

Here are some facts and figures about Utah State’s newest class of students, including several profiles of real students who are on campus for their first semester of school.

And to put a few faces on these statistics:

Sarah Redd

Hometown: Portland, Oregon

Who Am I? I play the drums and French horn. I love to stargaze, start water fights and eat ice cream. In high school, I volunteered at the library and local elementary schools. Academically, I focused on science classes. I was involved in research and field work. Working in the outdoors makes me happy.

Why Utah State? Utah State has an excellent reputation, beautiful location, affordable tuition and outstanding programs. Everyone was so friendly when I came for a visit.

Academic Interests: Natural resources. "I want to research plants and animals so people can learn the importance of preserving them. Who knows, maybe I will discover something vitally important that will help many people. Maybe I won't, but whether my contribution is big or small, I know I can make a difference in the world, and I'm sure Utah State can help me on my way to that goal."

Cassandra Garlick

Hometown: Logan, Utah

Who Am I? Though I am kind of a nerd in love with science and math, I'm pretty well rounded. I love to sing and play the piano and I'm quite the thespian. I volunteer in elementary schools and tutor high school kids.

Why Utah State? "I was going to go to the Uof U, but then I learned of Utah State's placement rate for medical school — I knew Utah State was the place for me. I want to combine my passion for learning and my desire to help people. Combining my desire and Utah State's academics will result in a top-notch student traveling the world with Utah State's reputation on her shoulders and its education in her brain."

Academic Interests: Biology and math. Plans to attend medical school.

Bill Munns

Hometown: Snowville, Utah

Who Am I? In high school I was very involved with the national Future Farmers of America organization. I had the opportunity to study agriculture from many angles. I was the Beef Production Proficiency state winner. I also served as Utah's FFA vice president. I was the student body president and a member of the Snowboard and German clubs.

Why Utah State? "Life is a continual road trip: traveling to a destination with a carload of laughing friends, stopping to add others along the way, and always finding a few hills to climb. Utah State will be the vehicle that takes me into the exciting years of my future."

Academic Interests: Agriculture. I am looking forward to continuing my research in the areas of agriculture, including cow-calf herds and show steer operation.

Britney Whaley

Hometown: Las Vegas, Nevada

Who am I? "In high school I was a member of the student council and the black student union. I was also involved with the Les Femme Douze program, which prepared me to be an adult and learn the importance of serving my community."

Why Utah State? "At first I wasn't sure of Utah State, I didn't know anyone. All that changed when I visited the campus. Everyone was so nice and concerned about me. I spoke with an academic advisor and learned how much Utah State stresses research."

Academic Interests: Political science and sociology. "I want to research political theories and international relations. I also want to be involved in the multicultural club and student government."

Andrea Thornley

Hometown: Logan, Utah

Who Am I? "I play competitive soccer and love it. I spend a good portion of my time reading mystery books and solving logic problems. I also play the oboe and was in the orchestra in high school."

Why Utah State? "I want to come out of college with the very best education possible, and I will do anything to achieve that. I chose Utah State because I know it has some of the best teachers around. I’ve also played with the Utah State wind orchestra and had a great time. All of the people I’ve met here have been incredibly nice and helpful."

Academic Interests: "I want to major in psychology, and then enter the law enforcement field. In high school I did an internship with the Logan City Police Department. I was able to ride with officers and help with crowd control. I also volunteered with the departments youth program."

Cade Buck

Hometown: Tremonton, Utah

Who Am I? I was senior class president and was named as my school's math Sterling Scholar. I enjoy the outdoors and sports. I was on the football team and was named Bear River High's Academic Athlete. I was also Academic All-State in tennis, football and track.

Why Utah State? "I love the campus and have heard so many good things about Utah State. I was so impressed when I met some of the professors. Utah State has so much to offer academically, socially and intellectually. I can't wait to start."

Academic Interests: Undeclared. "I am really interested in math and science, but I also want to take classes in a variety of fields. I know whatever I choose, Utah State is the right place for me."

Desi Nyborg

Hometown: Sugar City, Idaho

Who Am I? In high school I was involved in tennis, jazz band, student council, debate and drill team. I took AP history, English and calculus. I also had classes in mechanical drafting, theater history and studied small gas engines.

Why Utah State? "I can count on one hand the number of times I've been to Logan, yet I feel a great connection with the city, the campus and, especially, the Aggie Ice Cream. Utah State makes a girl from Sugar City, Idaho, feel completely at home. As I begin my education, I want to taste a mosaic of flavors, while the aromas of mechanical engineering, journalism, business, and political science and theatre arts remain fresh in my mind."

Academic Interests: Engineering

Jenna Ames

Hometown: Laketown, Utah

Who Am I? I received my associate's degree from Utah State through concurrent enrollment during high school, and I was named a Century Scholar by Utah State."

Why Utah State? "For as long as I remember I wanted to attend Utah State. At Utah State I am far enough away from home to live the real 'college experience,' but I am close enough to go home any time."

Academic Interests: Business management and environmental studies. "This summer I completed an internship with NASA at the Ames Research Center in California. I'm using remote sensing and other data to help communities understand how high technology can be applied to solve problems in areas such as transportation, energy and communication."