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In 20 words or less, what is the best thing about being part of this department?
The people and their support is immense for someone who is seriously trying to learn the language.

What is your biggest piece of advice to first years and sophomores about getting connected to this department?
The beginning of learning a new language is always the most uncomfortable, but it is precisely for this reason also the most important part. Staying diligent at the beginning and following through with the motions for the base is precisely what makes the landing stick in the later stages. Also definitely do the study abroad.

What is something you know now that you wish you could tell your first-year self?
Go to all the events and do all of the participatory things. Talk to the people.

What is the most valuable thing you’ve learned at K?
Breaking out of your shell and talking to your fellow people is the greatest decision one can make.

What has been your favorite class at K? 
19th Century Philosophy with Dr. Chris Latiolais

How have you taken advantage of the flexible curriculum or experienced breadth?
It is precisely the flexibility of the education that has allowed me to find my love for Philosophy and German, while removing other possible candidates like Psychology. German was a language I chose on a weak attraction to the language based on my at-the-time interest in German Philosophy which has magically bloomed into my current goal of living in Germany.

What is a random fun fact about you?
I like to draw and watch football (soccer) religiously.