St. Mary’s University has fostered a foundation of inquisitive nature and provided significant opportunities that have enabled me to become a successful student, community leader, and young professional. Dedicated instructors, a robust education, and prevalent student organizations envelops this experience. This university transformed me into a person that I truly would not have recognized four years ago; I am proud of who I have become. My experience at St. Mary’s University underpins who I am now and who I will grow to become in the future.
The St. Mary’s University faculty is at the center of the education delivered to students such as myself. I praise them for their passion and availability inside the classroom; it is beyond admirable. …show more content…
Mary’s University embodies an ideal reflection of a universal, Marianist education. Through the Honors Program, I engaged in a rigorous yet stimulating curriculum that comprised a diversity of courses. Self-awareness and insight—two notions that are imperative to an effective leader and a valuable member of society—were at the core of most of these courses. Personally, Prospects for Community and Civilization, a capstone seminar taught by Dr. Glenn Hughes, was immensely influential on my perception on human relationships and individualism within integrated communities. These concepts are essential in cultivating communities that promote individuality while remaining interconnected politically, socially, or theologically. These core classes have enabled me to make conscious decisions that have influenced my life and my community, and will continue to enable me to make such decisions as I transition into a full-time career and become more involved in the political nature of San Antonio. Furthermore, the core curriculum is a foundation for many of the upper-level courses related directly to my field of study—finance and risk management. Remarkably, the Greehey School of Business interlaced a Marianist-approach to refining ethical leaders with a dynamic, universal business education. Whereas many public universities focus on ‘specialization’ by field of study, St. Mary’s University provides students with a well-rounded education. For example, in addition to edification in …show more content…
These experiences were grounded in all my applications and interviews that earned me significant honors and job opportunities. My experiences at St. Mary’s University became a part of how I think and act outside of school, which includes my work involvement. When I started an internship at Business Financial Group, my duties were primarily administrative. However, once I demonstrated my well-rounded education and drew upon my experiences, I quickly became an asset to most of the departments. By the time I left the firm a year later, I was engaged with numerous areas of the company—Marketing, Risk Management Consulting, Retirement Plan Administration, Individual Financial Consulting, and HR Consulting. Within the next decade, I plan to develop a financial education foundation that appeals to underprivileged families in San Antonio and Austin. My experience at St. Mary’s University, notably with the faculty that encouraged me to make a positive difference in the community while pursuing my dreams, inspired me to develop this idea. These experiences over the last four years will flourish within me for the rest of my life, and affect every decision I will make. I am genuinely, eternally grateful for every moment I spent at this institution; St. Mary’s University formed me into an advocate, professional, and a