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Stephanie Nguyen

Junior from Plano, Texas
Psychology

List some clubs or organizations you are involved in at UT Dallas.
Student Envoys, Freshman Convocation Committee, FOCUS, I AM SECOND

List some of your hobbies.
Listening to music, shopping, reading, watching TV and movies, knitting, spending time with friends and family, hiking/camping, Facebook, Myspace, Twitter.

List something unique about yourself.
I’m a shopaholic. I have scoliosis. I’m allergic to chocolate. I’m a big homebody even though I’m extroverted and social.

Why did you decide to become a First-Year Leader?
It’s an amazing opportunity to reach out to everyday people from different backgrounds and cultures. At some point in time, we need someone to be there with experience to guide and help out with advice, information, etc… I’d love to be that person. Any way I can make someone’s Freshman year easier, better, whatever... I’m there

What advice do you have for the freshman class coming into UT Dallas?
Get involved! This is the chance to branch out, expand your horizons, step out of your comfort zone. Take advantage of all that’s offered here at UT Dallas; make new friends, join a club or organization; do what you can to make the most of it because time goes by so fast!

What do you wish you did during your freshman year that you didn’t?
Joined more clubs and organizations!! Seriously, I don’t think I put myself out there enough and got into much. Better late than never though, I say.

What do you like about UT Dallas?
The people! Everyone is so genuinely sweet and open. It’s nice to feel like you belong and get along. I’ve never met anyone I’ve disliked. Plus, I love the diversity and uniqueness about the people here.

Why did you decide to attend UT Dallas?
Honestly, it was for many reasons and it was close to home. I’m actually glad I chose here though. I don’t regret it at all.

What has been your favorite or best UT Dallas experience so far?
Freshman Convocation. I planned the carnival part of it, so that was fun learning the tricks of the trade. Plus, the food was awesome and the atmosphere was brilliant.

What did you learn about college life that you didn’t know before?
The real world can be hectic. You have to start paying bills, buying groceries, cook and clean and babysit yourself. At home it’s not like that. Just be organized! Stick up for yourself. Learn to love and grow into who you are without pushing it.

What do you like to do to unwind after class?
Eat and sleep. Maybe throw some shopping in there somewhere.