My name is Olivia Wilson, and I am from a small Texas town -- Wimberley! There I grew up in and around ranch life, love to dance, and driven to suceed. With each new chapter in my life, I attack it with the determination to get the most out of the experience I can. Every experience, smoothe or bumpy, I love to speak on and give advice -- truly an open book!

Hometown

Wimberley, Texas

Major(s)

Strategic and Risk Communication

Clubs, organizations & involvement

Camp Texas - Counselor Texas Big Dippers - Founder - Secretary Texas Sunshines - Recruitment Chair

Describe your college experience

I found myself lost during my transition between home life and college life. Having never moved in my life, college was a major adjustment that I had to work through. I put myself out there, faced acceptances and rejections, felt even more lost, but kept at it until I found my path, people, and passion. I've worked student mentorship jobs on campus, officer roles in organizations, and changed my major. Along the way I've experienced football games, nights out, all-nighters in the libary, and more. Overall, I would say I have had a well-rounded college experience with advise for all types of incoming students.

Tip for future students

- Stay out of your dorm as much as possible in the first week, its when you meet people - Continue pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone even in the face of rejection - Don't be scared to change opinions, majors, interests, etc. This time is to find yourself. - Say yes to things that scare you

Favorite class

Conflict Resolution has been my favorite class. From the interactive professor and small classroom to world applicable content, I have never learned or grown more in a class.

Career goals

After college I hope to travel (I'm graduating a year early) and then start a career in event planning!

Ideal way to spend a free night

An ideal night would start with a caesar salad wrap with a crisp diet coke alongside my best friend. After dinner, we go on a short walk and get ready for the night. We drive to a local dance hall and dance the entire night away. After dancing for hours, we stop for a sweet treat before debriefing the entire night.

High school or secondary school

Wimberley High School -- Wimberley, Texas