Name: Matthew Chabraja
School: Northwestern University
Location: Evanston, Illinois
Major: Economics
Mascot: Wildcats
How did you first hear about your school, and what made you apply?
“Northwestern was the first school I was a fan of. It’s always been in my life, and I’ve always thought about myself in it.”
What are you most excited about?
“I’m excited to meet new people from all over the country. I’m also excited for the new football stadium to be built and to go to basketball games.”
Name: Lyla Carney
School: Boston College
Location: Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts
Major: Biology/Pre-Pharmacy Track
Mascot: Eagles
How did you first hear about your school, and what made you apply?
“I first heard about BC during my sophomore year when a senior on my team committed there. During my junior year, I visited her for a weekend while I was in the middle of my college search, and I absolutely fell in love with the school. I went back again with my parents the summer before senior year to show them just how much I loved it. It’s right outside of Boston, the size is perfect, and the campus is so beautiful.”
What are you most excited about?
“I’m most excited to be living on the East Coast and experiencing life in New England. I can’t wait to study something I’m truly passionate about at a school that values academic excellence. I’m also looking forward to the sporting events, getting involved in clubs, and meeting people from all different backgrounds and parts of the country!”
Name: Gavin Burns
School: Pennsylvania State University
Location: Centre County, Pennsylvania
Major: Data Science
Mascot: Lions
How did you first hear about your school, and what made you apply?
“I always liked Big 10 schools, and when I visited, I really loved the campus and culture at the school.”
What are you most excited about?
“I’m excited to be part of the Big 10 community. I’m especially excited for the sports that Penn State thrives in, whether its football games or hockey, I can’t wait to go to them.”
Name: Grace Donovan
School: University of Southern California
Location: Los Angeles, California
Major: Media Arts + Practice
Mascot: Trojans
How did you first hear about your school, and what made you apply?
“I first heard about USC during my sophomore year when I realized I wanted to go to film school and some of my classmates in New Media went/were going there! I started looking more into it online and then visited it with my parents, and became obsessed!! It then became my dream school because of the amazing campus enviornment and the unique film and academic opportunities it offers.”
What are you most excited about?
“I’m most excited about living in LA, meeting new people, getting involved in greek life, going to football games, and studying something that I am super passionate about.”
Name: Graydon Duncan
School: Indiana University
Location: Bloomington, Indiana
Major: Finance
Mascot: Hoosiers
How did you first hear about your school, and what made you apply?
“I know several friends and family members who have attended and I have heard nothing but good things. I like how big the school is because it gives me so many things to do! It was also a benefit that I could be close to home while still starting this new chapter.”
What are you most excited about?
“I am super excited to participate in Greek life and attend all of the IU football and basketball games. I am also super excited to start taking classes tailored to what I want to do after college.”
