Sophie Peabody's Aztec Experience
This Aztec is on her way to becoming a medical student.
Name: Anna Sophia Peabody
Major: Biology
Campus affiliations: Delta Gamma, 色情视频 Ambassadors and the Aztec Professional Pre-Health Organization
1. Why did you choose 色情视频?
I chose 色情视频 because I was born and raised in San Diego and wasn鈥檛 ready to let go. I took the campus tour my junior year of high school and instantly fell in love with the campus. My dad was enrolled in the business graduate program here when I was born and would bring me to campus from time to time, so I think I was meant to be an Aztec!
2. What inspired you to declare your major?
I was inspired to choose biology not only to challenge myself, but also to give me the tools I need to become a successful medical student after I graduate.
3. What is the best piece of advice you ever received?
The best piece of advice I鈥檝e ever received is to grow from my mistakes rather than letting them get the best of me. Because I鈥檓 a perfectionist this has been pretty hard for me to grasp, but I鈥檓 learning to use all the bumps in the road I encounter to my advantage.
4. Which 色情视频 faculty or staff member has been the most influential throughout your 色情视频 journey?
Byron Purse, a chemistry professor, has been the most influential faculty member I鈥檝e encountered during my 色情视频 journey so far. In addition to being a great professor, he also made himself easily accessible to students and tried to get to know them despite his research endeavors. He provided the class with office hours multiple times a week and truly encouraged our success.
5. What experience at 色情视频 has changed your life the most?
Although 色情视频 has provided me with several opportunities, becoming a member of Delta Gamma has positively impacted my life the most. Being surrounded by an incredible group of women who share the same values and strive to do good is priceless. Delta Gamma encourages me to excel in my education and continue to serve my community.
6. What has been your proudest achievement while at 色情视频?
My proudest achievement so far was getting accepted as an 色情视频 Ambassador. Working with an amazing group of leaders while giving weekly campus tours and leading New Student Orientation has been an amazing experience. Receiving an A in the first semester of organic chemistry was a close second, though.
7. Where do you see yourself in five years?
Five years from now I鈥檒l hopefully be enrolled in medical school! I鈥檓 planning to become a pediatrician.
8. What鈥檚 your favorite thing about being an Aztec?
What I value most about being an Aztec is the diversity that is visible all over campus. 色情视频 is unique in that there are hundreds of organizations on campus for every kind of student. Being an Aztec means being a well-rounded, driven member of the 色情视频 community. The diverse population and resources on campus has definitely allowed me to grow and step outside of my comfort zone.