Hi! I’m Jenna and I’m from Connecticut and am entering my sophomore year at the University of Miami. I am a business management major but outside of the classroom, I enjoy going to the beach, pilates, playing softball, boating, and trying new coffee shops and restaurants!

Hometown

Trumbull, Connecticut

Major(s)

Business Management, Real Estate

Clubs, organizations & involvement

At UM: - Real Estate and Finance Association (REFA) - Women In Business - The Wellness Society - UThrift - ALPFA - Luxury and Fashion Club High school: - Softball (played for school and travel team) - Competitive horseback riding - National Honor Societies for English, Spanish, Math, and Science - Agriscience Large Animal Program Job Experience & Internships: - Solon Mack Capital - Pootatuck Yacht Club Restaurant - CrossCountry Mortgage - UniTru Tour Guide - St. Theresa’s Bible Camp Counselor - Fair Hill Farm Camp Counselor

Describe your college experience

I had a pretty seamless transition to college, I dormed with a friend from high school and made friends through clubs, my classes, and events around campus. My coursework was very reasonable and I was able to balance it well with a social life while also being able to join clubs that interested me and other activities like exploring Miami, working out, and beach days!

Tip for future students

Future students should know what type of learner they are and make a class schedule that they feel benefits them most (class size, times, etc). You should also know that you will have a lot more freedom and less structure in your days unless you structure it yourself and it is important to learn to balance everything you wish to be apart of in this new adventure. Talk to everyone, be outgoing and friendly because everyone is in the same boat!

Favorite class

I really enjoyed my Freshman year English class because Professor Oldman deeply cares about her students, wants them to succeed and be interested in class so she makes it interactive and you get to read cool books and watch the movies after.

Career goals

I hope to be working in the real estate industry, either commercial or residential in a large city.

Ideal way to spend a free night

My ideal night is getting dinner with my friends and then doing a fun activity like seeing a movie.

High school or secondary school

Trumbull High School

Previous college

N​/​A

Favorite spot on campus

My favorite spot on campus is the pool because it is very relaxing and you can stop by in between or after classes for a little break!