Following is a Q&A with one of the 763 students who received a diploma Dec. 15 at UW-Stout
Hometown: Saint-Henri, Quebec, Canada
Major: Construction management
Awards, honors: Chancellor’s Awards, Scholar Athlete, AHCA All American Scholar, WIAC Scholastic Honor Roll, Max Sparger Men's Ice Hockey Scholar-Athlete Award, WMG Humanitarian Award
Why did you choose UW-Stout? Because a friend recommended its construction and hockey programs. I came here not knowing much about the school and its community, but I ended up loving it. Looking back I’m glad I made this last-minute decision and would do it all over again.
What are the biggest obstacles you faced in earning your degree? Trying to manage school and sports while maintaining a healthy social life was a challenge for me, especially as a freshman coming into a new community. School and sports have always been a priority, but I wanted to be part of this community and be involved as much as possible to meet new people and learn from them while giving whenever I could.
What stands out among your college experiences? All the great people, connections and lifelong friendships that I’ve made with people from all around the world is something that I am really thankful for. I strongly believe that the people you meet and what you learn from them are one of the most important parts of college.
What’s next? I will be traveling to Spain at the beginning of January to learn Spanish in school. Then, I will go back home in May, where I will start working with my dad and older brother. I am looking forward to bringing new ideas and everything I learn here to the company.
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