University of Illinois
Not a professional, versed on the arts side of campus, open to anything!
Hello! I am excited to show people this campus, and I am willing to do my best to help you with any questions you may have. Although I may not have all the answers, I can find someone who does!
About me
- GenderFemale
- Current academic yearSenior
- Age22
- Admission typeAdmitted as a transfer student
- Academic focusForeign Language
- Personality typeSomewhat extroverted
- College experience ratingGood
Tour type
- Campus tour
- Video chat
Hometown
Springfield, IL/Pawnee, IL
Major(s)
East Asian Languages and Cultures
Minor(s)
Cinema Studies, Translation Studies Certificate
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
Clubs, organizations & involvement
Japanese Student Association (JSA) Member Asian American Association (AAA) Member EALC Student Affairs Committee (ESAC) EALC Social Media Intern
Housing experience
- Dorm
- Off-campus house or apartment
- Fraternity or sorority house
- Home (Commuter)
- Other
Describe your college experience
The transition with my placement test was not fun, but it taught me that not everything goes as planned, and that it's okay to not be in a rush all the time! It's okay to enjoy college life. I have loved getting to know people, and have become a different, more confident version of myself since I have been here. Be open to anything!
Tip for future students
Join any clubs that stand out to you and join/leave as you please. Honestly, you will find people who have similar interests and lifelong friends wherever you go, so just be yourself and do what you want, finding people along the way. Also, one day, and even smaller, one thing at a time!
Favorite class
I loved EALC 230 (Contemporary Popular Cultures in East Asia) because it was an insanely interesting and easy class. We got to learn about East Asia, write our thoughts about subjects, and do a fun final project that was literally making our own meme (plus a short paper explaining it).
Career goals
I am so open to anything. I might do JET program (Japanese-Exchange Teaching) in Japan since I got a reference from a teacher. I might go to graduate school in Hawaii or Indiana. Maybe I will stay in Urbana and take a gap year while I save money. Eventually, my long-term goal is to work in the entertainment industry and translate from Japanese/Korean media to English through adding subtitles.
Ideal way to spend a free night
I enjoy doing a variety of things. Sometimes I watch YouTube, sometimes I paint or draw with my acrylic markers, or make bracelets. Sometimes I like to watch Arcane with friends and grab McDonald's, or maybe I go to the bar during the school year.
High school or secondary school
Pawnee Jr/Sr High school
Previous college
Lincoln Land Community College
Meeting point
Alma Mater Statue on the University of Illinois campus
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I'm Kaylie, 22, and a fifth-year transfer student as of Fall 2025. My major is in East Asian Languages and Cultures, with a minor in Cinema Studies and a certificate in…
I'm Kaylie, 22, and a fifth-year transfer student as of Fall 2025. My major is in East Asian Languages and Cultures, with a minor in Cinema Studies and a certificate in…