Boston College
Sarah McNickle | Junior student researcher
Hi all, I am a Boston College Junior majoring in psychology and history. I am highly involved in psychological research on campus and have lots of insights for students looking to pursue undergraduate research. I also am involved in lots of clubs at BC, like volunteering and club sports.
About me
- GenderFemale
- Current academic yearJunior
- Age20
- Admission typeAdmitted as a freshman
- Academic focusPsychology
- Personality typeSomewhat extroverted
- College experience ratingAmazing
Tour type
- Campus tour
- Video chat
Hometown
Portland, CT
Major(s)
Psychology, History
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
Club Rugby(match secretary), Service clubs, undergraduate research
Housing experience
- Dorm
- Off-campus house or apartment
- Fraternity or sorority house
- Home (Commuter)
- Other
Describe your college experience
All transitions are tough, but BC and the people around me made it so much smoother! As a current Junior, I am extremely happy with my choice.
Tip for future students
Stay calm, everything will work out.
Favorite class
My psychology research practicum in social cognitive methods. OR my history class HORRORS! on monsters and how the genre of horror developed.
Career goals
Psychological research.
Ideal way to spend a free night
With friends!
High school or secondary school
Mercy High School, Middletown CT
Meeting point
In front of Saint Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church on the Boston College campus