“When you’re physically stronger, you’re mentally stronger. I want to show people what a big impact exercise makes on your life. Exercise makes you healthier and happier.”

“I would go to zoos or aquariums and see animals living in uncomfortable conditions. I realized I needed to help care for marine mammals and shore invertebrates.”

“I’d always been into technology but after joining the biosensing lab, I applied what I learned very quickly. It solidified the learning process.”

“I am studying communications with the idea of highlighting the sustainability efforts being made in other countries.”

“I am working to help local producers of eggs be conscious of food safety issues and also to assist the state in the broader goal of producing more locally sourced food.”

“Teamwork matters on the court and in life. Being able to work with other people is essential. One person can’t get a thing done. In basketball, it takes a whole team working together with focus and accountability.”

“I study environmental toxicology: pollutants and how they interact with the body to produce disease. I want to know what’s causing disease and how to fix it.”

“As a finance major, I appreciate a good challenge. Sailing reinforces basic principles of good business: teamwork, problem-solving, setting goals, and having a strategy to achieve them.”