Hey my name is Chance and I’m a Sophomore here at Duke. I love all things Duke and I’m very connected to our school. One connection I have is being a Duke Cheerleader. Through my role on the cheer team I have the privilege of rally school spirit for basketball games, orientation and more. Alongside that, I also serve on the Kilgo Quad council as belonging chair. In this role I’m proud to educate and celebrate the vast array of underrepresented communities here at Duke through carefully curated programing and events. Overall my experience has honed my skills in performing for and entertaining audiences while also establishing a welcoming and inspiring atmosphere for prospective students

Hometown

I’m from Wilmington, North Carolina. As a NC native I have a unique ability to offer invaluable knowledge about all things NC, whether that’s cuisine (Cookout) or knowledge of the southern way of life, I’m proud of my background and eager to share it with new people every day.

Major(s)

I’m majoring in Economics and Psychology in the dreams of becoming a real estate agent. I love my majors because it gives me an understanding of people and their beliefs and behaviors while also learning about the inner workings of our intricate and fascinating economic world.

Minor(s)

Music composition minor with a focus in opera performance. Music is a universal language and opera specifically is rich in culture and history. I love my minor because it supplements my STEM education with a layer of humanistic inquiry.

Clubs, organizations & involvement

I’m one of six quad council members for Kilgo. In this leadership role I head up cultural belonging and programming for my Dorm of over 300 residents, establishing bonds with hundreds of students and creating a welcoming community for everyone no matter the background. I also serve as a head tutor for the first Generation investor club. In this role I manage a team of 6 tutors to provide financial literacy education to underserved students in the greater Durham community. I also actively perform with Duke’s musical theater group Huff N Horn

Describe your college experience

My college experience has been life changing. The people I’ve met have challenged me academically, and personally. Most importantly the bounds I’ve made with my professors.

Tip for future students

Always say yes to new opportunities even if they seem daunting.

Favorite class

Music Meanings and The brain with Edna Andrews. It taught me all about how music can shape the way our brain develops.

Career goals

I want to be a real estate agent to help families find their perfect future home.

Ideal way to spend a free night

in my dorm with freinds watching a new movie.

High school or secondary school

Laney Highschool, in Wilmington North Carolina

Previous college

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