Never Planned on it...

I wanted to come to the east coast for college. Hearing about a friend’s conversation with a Smith alum convinced me to look into the school. I went to an event sponsored by alumnae in the San Francisco area and decided to apply. Then I came for Discovery Weekend and could see myself here.

Though I’d never planned on going to a women’s college, I knew the statistics about how graduates of women’s colleges excel in underrepresented fields. With all the coed schools nearby, I knew there’d be balance. I also liked Northampton; it reminded me of Berkeley.

I’ve joined the Asian Students Association, the Intervarsity Christian Club, and I help with my house’s Diversity Board. The biggest step I’ve taken since coming here was running for class treasurer. I’ve never run for office but I wanted to push myself to try it. At Smith, if you tell people you want to try something new they support you.

- From I am Smith, Smith College.