Hello! My name is Sydney and I am a second year at UVA. I am an NREMT and athlete (formerly DI, now club). I am also a transfer student from Colgate University, but I am a native of Virginia. My GPA here is 3.91.

Hometown

Burke, VA.

Major(s)

Public Health, Medical Sociology

Clubs, organizations & involvement

President of Colgate Pre-Health Pathways, Volunteer EMT, Colgate SAT Prep, Colgate Buddies, Habitat for Humanity

Describe your college experience

My college experience has been a little bit of everything! I am academically focused with a passion for volunteering and physical fitness. I have learned a lot about balance in college, which is definitely possible and the key to a good experience!

Tip for future students

Surround yourself with kind, driven people who help you become the best version of yourself.

Favorite class

Medical sociology! It inspired me to take on sociology with a health and medicine concentration as a second major. It was fascinating to learn about the inner workings of the American healthcare system and how it relates to broader social issues. The professor was also amazing.

Career goals

I want to become a physician! Either a radiologist or a radiation oncologist.

Ideal way to spend a free night

Relaxing with my cat in my apartment, playing the Sims 4, eating some good food, and watching a movie.

High school or secondary school

Robinson Secondary School

Previous college

Colgate University - I transferred to be closer to home following my mom’s cancer diagnosis.