Humans of Wichita State: Grad Edition - Andruw Hoopes

Andruw HoopesMatt Crow/Undergraduate Admissions
 

Coming from a small town in Oklahoma, Andruw came to love Wichita during his time as a Shocker. Following his involvement on campus, he looks to continue his career path at law school.

Hometown

Garber, Oklahoma

Degree received

B.A. in Political Science and History

Why did you choose Wichita State University?

It made the most sense for me financially and I fell in love with the city of Wichita.

Which organizations were you involved in?

The Student Ambassador Society, Student Government Association, Turning Point USA, College Republicans, WSU Storm Trackers, Farmhouse Fraternity and Shocker Navigators.

How did being involved with the Student Ambassador Society/Shocker Navigator impact you?

The ability to connect with prospective students and learn about their diverse backgrounds.

Which Wichita State faculty or staff member impacted you the most during your time here?

Dr. Neal Allen from the Political Science department really shaped the way I tailored my educational path.

How do you feel about graduating?

I am excited to move on to my next challenge of law school!

Which experience at Wichita State challenged you the most and what did you take away from that challenge?

Learning to lead from the back whenever possible. You are not always the person in charge so you must lead where you can.

What are your post-grad plans?

I will be attending Law School at the University of Oklahoma in the fall.               

What advice would you give to incoming students?

Take advantage of every opportunity available to you and don’t forget to have fun.

 

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