Hi name is Arsène,(pronounced like the crime)lol. I’m a senior Public Policy major with a small business which I built on campus. I’ve been an RA and worked on campus for multiple years, while being active in some clubs and orgs. I look forward to sharing more of my experiences with y’all.

Hometown

Takoma Park

Major(s)

Public Policy

Minor(s)

Business Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Clubs, organizations & involvement

BSU BPLA Club Basketball

Describe your college experience

I had a rough transition from high school to my first semester. I really didn’t know how to study until half way into the semester. That allowed me to learn how to put my head down and really get to it when it came to challenging things. I’ve loved the community I’ve built while at UMD. There so many resources and connections in the school that I’ve been blessed to been able to tap into that fountain of knowledge.

Tip for future students

I would say take your time to get adjusted to being in school before getting involved in too much. With that being said, I would say the best way to meet people is simply by being out on campus and at social hubs.

Favorite class

My favorite class since starting UMD had to be my Scams & Fraud business class. As a small business owner I needed to learn how make sure I wouldn’t get scammed or file thing incorrectly and be liable for fraud. I was my first class I could take what I was learning in class and apply it to the real world that same day. I was also able to get my professor help my file my LLC for my business.

Career goals

I want to build a funnel of income source from my side hustles while building and expanding my brand into other ventures.

Ideal way to spend a free night

Ideal way I spend my free night would be good food surrounded by friends and loved ones enjoy childhood activities.

High school or secondary school

Montgomery Blair High School. Silver Spring MD US

Previous college

N.a