Orientation Team Mentors

Catherine Ayala

Senior from Fort Worth, TX
Business Administration/Accounting

List some of the clubs or organizations you are involved in at UT Dallas.
Comet Cat Coalition, Sorority, Students for Environmental Awareness, Extreme Sports

List some of your hobbies.
Hanging out with friends, music, scrapbooking, watching good films, sewing, working out, photography

What is something that people may not know about you?
I’ve been sky diving

Why did you decide to become an Orientation Team Mentor?
To help new students adjust to college life and ensure they are able to have the best experience at UTD!

What advice do you have for the freshman class coming to UT Dallas?
Have fun! Meet new friends! Get involved!

What is your favorite thing about UT Dallas?
The awesome students and helpful faculty

Was there anything you wish you knew before starting your freshman year?
I wish I knew there was such a thing as course evaluations

What has been your best UT Dallas experience so far?
My best UTD experience so far has been meeting all my friends in my sorority, Phase 8 building, classes, and of course fellow OTMs!

Is there anything you would change about your freshman year experience?
I really wish I knew all the great opportunities UT Dallas has to offer. I wish I had taken an active role in seeking out activities and friends because the rewards have been incredible.

What is your favorite UT Dallas tradition?
Sounds of Class

Updated: July 9, 2009