Hi I'm Leona! I'm a rising sophmore at Public Health major at Geogre Washington University who loves exploring D.C., trying new restaurants, and spending tiem with friends. I'm also a member of Alpha Epsilon Phi and love being involved in Greek Life and the GW community. I'm always looking for new and fun experiences, whether its finding a new study spot, exploring Georgetown, or trying something new in the city.

Hometown

White Stone, Virginia

Major(s)

Public Health

Minor(s)

Marketting

Clubs, organizations & involvement

I rushed in the fall and am a member of Alpha Epsilon Phi. I have loved being part of Greek Life and having a second family on campus! Being involved in my sorority has given me the opportunity to meet so many amazing people, build meaningful friendships, and become more involved in the GW community.

Describe your college experience

George Washington has been an amazing experience so far. Living in D.C., a walkable city with so much to explore, has made my college experience especially exciting and engaging. I have met so many wonderful people and have already made friendships that I hope will last a lifetime. As a big foodie, I have also loved trying new restaurants and exploring different food spots around the city. I especially enjoy shopping in Georgetown and exploring other neighborhoods in D.C. My classes have been engaging and interesting, and there always seems to be something new happening on campus, which makes the GW community feel lively and exciting.

Tip for future students

Put yourself out there and try new things. GW Engage is a great place to look for events, as the campus is always active. There were lots of events I attended that I did out of curiosity and really enjoyed, and I met some great people!

Favorite class

PSYC 1001. I have always been interested in psychology, so taking my first psychology course was especially meaningful. Learning different psychological concepts and seeing how they apply to everyday life made the course very interesting and engaging.

Career goals

I hope to get my masters in Health Administration, and then work at a hospital or clinic in a city.

Ideal way to spend a free night

My ideal way to spend a free night would be trying a new food spot in D.C. with my friends, then going out together and coming back and ordering a sweet treat all together.

High school or secondary school

Christchurch School

Favorite spot on campus

Choosing one specific favorite place is hard because I don't think I have just one. I love finding new study spots around campus, whether that's U-Yard, sitting outside Duques on the patio, or finding a lively outdoor space. Since I have friends who live in different buildings, I find myself exploring and spending time in lots of different places around campus. I also love Lerner, especially since I spend a lot of time there as someone who frequently goes to the gym.