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Junior at UW​,​ microbiology and philosophy major.

Hello! My name is Brenna, I am majoring in microbiology and philosophy, I am starting as a junior this fall. I have taken a wide variety of classes so I know about different departments around campus. I am also knowledgeable about undergraduate research and on campus housing.

About me

  • GenderFemale
  • Current academic yearJunior
  • Age20
  • Admission typeAdmitted as a freshman
  • Academic focusBiology
  • Personality typeSomewhat extroverted
  • College experience ratingOkay

Tour type

  • Campus tour
  • Video chat

Hometown

Burien, WA

Major(s)

microbiology, philosophy

Extracurriculars activities

  • Greek life
  • Club/Organization
  • Job/Internship
  • ROTC
  • NCAA varsity sport
  • Recreational sport
  • Student government
  • Community service
  • Religious/Cultural group
  • Art/Music/Performance
  • Study abroad
  • Other

Housing experience

  • Dorm
  • Off-campus house or apartment
  • Fraternity or sorority house
  • Home (Commuter)
  • Other

Describe your college experience

My college experience has been rough because I’ve had a hard time making friends. At UW you definitely have to find your own community to feel like you belong here.

Tip for future students

Find your friends and your community.

Favorite class

Bio 200, it was my first exposure to molecular biology. I also enjoyed Ling 269, this class was about swear words and taboo language, it was super fun to learn about how people swear, why people swear, and the difference classes of different swear words

Career goals

Be a research scientist.

Ideal way to spend a free night

Watching movies with a friend

High school or secondary school

Mount Rainier, Des Moines, WA

Meeting point

The Statue of George Washington

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