Why Wes? I was not aware of how universities worked in America, and when I started doing my research for college applications, I was amazed at the alien concept of liberal arts. I wanted to have control over my education and satisfy my curiosity in a wide variety of fields, and Wesleyan gives just that. As a Freeman Asian scholar who wants to give back to my country, the culture of social engagement also lured me in.

Why I love being a tour guide: Aside from loving to talk to a wide variety of people, I enjoy telling people about Wesleyan! I love walking visitors on College Row, talking to enthusiastic families while they get their cup of coffee in the Admissions Office, and answering questions from eager high schoolers.

Extracurriculars: Map the System, Podcasting, Tutoring

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Senior Week

Favorite Movie: Interstellar

Favorite Song: Only You by The Platters

Fun Fact: My home is in the middle of rice paddies!

Why Wes? Before coming here, I was really intrigued by the “Keep Wes Weird” motto. After I while I realized that a place which can accept weirdness, that being something that is not the regular consensus, is exactly what I and people need since no one should be satisfied by the status quo and aspire for something different, weird, better.

Why I love being a tour guide: I hope people to have the great Wes experience I currently am having.

Extracurriculars: Staff writer at the Argus, club soccer and intramural soccer and basketball

Favorite Movie: Metropolitan by Whit Stillman

Favorite Song: Ease Yourself and Glide - Parsley Sound

Fun Fact: I can speak three languages

Why Wes? Growing up in LA I didn’t realize schools like Wesleyan existed. I’m First Gen and Low Income, which comes with its own struggles, but going to college out of state was something that didn’t seem real to me. Luckily, I was part of a College prep program that showed me what college could be. They took us to the East Coast and showed us many Liberal Arts schools and Wesleyan was one of them. I never had a dream school; in California we have the UCs and Cal- states which are great but I could never see myself in them. After an amazing tour and info session, I could see myself at Wesleyan. I don’t know how to explain it but what made Wesleyan feel so different from the other schools was how welcoming it was when we got there. I saw myself make a home out of something that felt so out of home and that’s what happened.

Why I love being a tour guide: What ultimately made me chose Wesleyan was a great tour. I also understand the position of not knowing what school you want to go to and if I can help someone with that then I know I did something right. Whether people on my tours realize Wesleyan is the best option or maybe its not the right fit for them, they will be on their way closer to finding what they want. I feel like I was lucky to have this important experience of seeing the campus and having a student be honest with me, I would love to give that to others who come to Wes

Extracurriculars: House Manager for La Casa, Ajua Campos, CA for Film 300, participating in senior thesis films and student films, make films and installations.

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): having my friends come to my final installation

Favorite Movie: (it changes all the time) current: Rango

Favorite Song: Time of our lives- pit bull

Fun Fact: I was really close to a bison in Yellowstone, like really close.

Why Wes? When looking at schools, I wanted the ability to explore lots of different subject areas and be able to really try new things. I knew that it was most likely not possible for me to try so many different things at a larger institution. After touring Wesleyan, I knew that it was the school for me because of how passionate all the students were and how excited they were about everything they were doing. Wesleyan looks very different due to the pandemic but it is still at its heart, the school that I chose and I am so happy to be at this school.

Why I love being a tour guide: My tour was such an important part of my admissions decision and really was the reason that I chose Wesleyan and I want to give that experience to more prospective students. I love meeting new people and sharing my experiences at Wesleyan and hope that my tour will help students decide if Wesleyan is the right choice for them.

Extracurriculars: Women’s Crew, SAAC, WesWIS, New Student Orientation Leader

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Placing third at NCAA Championships my freshman year in rowing.

Favorite Song: Love & War in Your Twenties by Jordy Searcy

Fun Fact: I won a Roller Coaster Tycoon competition at a technology camp in middle school because I built my park then removed the entrance so that the people could not get out. I made the most money because they had to pay even though I had terrible reviews.

Why Wes? I actually picked Wes randomly from a list when applying to fly-in programs my senior year of
high school. Looking more into it, Wes really caught my attention. I was accepted to visit, and
that weekend changed everything for me. The students. The sense of community. The campus.
I loved everything about it. Until that point in time, I knew exactly where I was headed. My
passion is acting. I applied to BFA acting programs and went through the whole audition
process. When it came down to it, I was torn between Wes and a BFA school. I wanted to get an
education beyond acting, but I really wanted the strong training and focus that a BFA program
would give me. It became one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to make. In the end, it was
the support and love I got from Wes, before I was even a student, that solidified my decision.
They answered every email, every question. They connected me with other students and
faculty. They cheered me on and encouraged me, knowing there was a high chance I wouldn't
pick their school. The answer for my “Why Wes” is simple. The people. They made me feel at
home from 1,300 miles away, and that was what made all the difference for me.

Why I love being a tour guide: I love meeting new people and helping out any way I can. The students and support I felt waswhat made me decide to become a Cardinal, and I’m glad I get to do the same for people who are in the same boat.

Extracurriculars: Wesleyan Cheerleading, Rho Epsilon Pi, ENSEMBLE Theatre Collective, WesTHON Hospital Relations Co-Chair, and an intern for Wesleyan’s social media team.

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): I spent this year virtual from home because of COVID, but my favorite memory so far has to be devising a show with E.T.C. this spring!

Favorite Series: I’m a die-hard One Tree Hill fan

Favorite Song: I could never pick one song, but anything country or musical theater

Fun Fact: If I could only eat one food for the rest of my life, it would be mac and cheese.

Why Wes? There are three main reasons I chose Wes. I wanted a school with a small, tight-knit community; the type of place where I could walk around campus and wave to friends on my way to class. Second, I wanted to go to a place where the arts were a big part of campus life. I was a big theater kid in high school and I had to beg people to come to my performances. At Wes, people really care about the arts; a cappella shows, improv performances, and movies are always packed and they bring such a great energy to campus. Lastly, I loved the way the open curriculum and interdisciplinary majors at Wesleyan meant that I could only study what I was passionate about, and combine my interests in a way that felt right to me.

Why I love being a tour guide: I love getting to bring a personal element to the college process that can feel so impersonal. I especially love getting to share elements of student life like housing, dining, and night life.

Extracurriculars: Outside of the classroom, I’m in a long form improv comedy group called Gag Reflex, a Jewish a cappella group called The Mazel Tones, and I started a club last fall called The Rebel Eaters Club where we discuss diet culture, fat phobia, and disordered eating. I’m also involved with the Wesleyan Jewish Community.

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Moving into my low rise apartment with three of my best friends. I’ve loved getting to feel more independant and create a comfortable space with awesome people.

Favorite Movie: Ratatouille

Favorite Song: Can’t Fight by Lianne La Havas

Fun Fact: I’ve never had a roommate at Wesleyan!

Why Wes: Growing up, I knew I didn’t want to go to a large state school. When I was accepted to the QuestBridge program as a Finalist, I made a basketball bracket of all the partner schools and spent a few months learning everything about those schools and comparing them head to head. When the dust settled, Wes was on top and I could not be happier with my decision!

Why I love being a tour guide: I love getting to meet those interested in Wes and share with them my favorite things about Wes.

Extracurriculars: House Manager for Sign Language House, Socio-Economic Status and Disability Intern with the Resource Center, President/Liaison for the Wesleyan QuestBridge chapter, WesWIS

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): My ASL TA sessions!

Favorite Movie: Annette

Favorite Song: The Archer by Taylor Swift

Fun Fact: I did not watch any of the Star Wars movies until I was 17!

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Why Wes? To put it simply, I chose Wes because of the people. After visiting campus and talking to the few friends I knew there, I realized that the passion and drive of the students was unmatched at any other school I had applied to. Since making the decision to come to Wes, I can confidently say that the passion students have inspires others to find their paths and discover their academic interests. I also love that I’m constantly challenged at Wes, in terms of the rigor of academic courses, diversity of extracurricular opportunities, and complex conversations with my peers. Wes has only exceeded my expectations for college, and I couldn’t imagine going to school anywhere else.

Why I love being a tour guide: I love being a tour guide because I love connecting with people! During my college process, I based a lot of my perceptions of a school off of the tour guide because it’s a point person and an ambassador for that school. I like to describe myself as a beagle, as I’m excitable and eager to help others, so this opportunity is perfect for me because I get to contribute to other people’s college journey while talking about something I love very much- Wes!

Extracurriculars: Wesleyan Mock Trial, Club Tennis, Ramah College Network Coordinator at Wesleyan, Undergraduate Research Assistant, Tour Guide!

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): My favorite moment at Wes so far has probably been my Mock Trial team’s amazing weekend at our Regional tournament during the spring of my first year. Not only did we perform super well, but the weekend was pivotal for me because it was the moment I realized I didn’t want to be anywhere else other than competing and making memories with those goofballs.

Favorite Movie: School of Rock

Favorite Song: Leave the Door Open by Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, Silk Sonic

Fun Fact: I have perfect pitch!

Why Wes? I chose Wes for two main reasons. The first being the open curriculum and being afforded the chance to explore all my areas of interests my first semester. Secondly, I believe that the people really make the school and Wes has the most passionate people I have ever met. Both inside and outside the classroom I’ve found Wes students to cultivate a very vibrant community.

Why I Love being a tour guide? When I was doing the college search process my Wesleyan tour was a large part as to why I chose Wes. I enjoy getting the opportunity to bring campus to life and giving prospective students a sense of what their future at Wes could look like.

Extracurriculars: Improv, Stand-up, Greek life, Acting in film theses, S&C worker

Fav Wes Moment: All comedy shows I’ve been apart of

Favorite movie: Skyfall or Into the Spider-verse

Favorite song: Try A Little Tenderness -Otis Redding

Fun Fact: I’m a pescatarian

Why Wes? In high school, I had a variety of different interests - track, theater, a cappella, environmentalism, the list goes on! In order to pursue my various passions, I had to compartmentalize the different sections of my life, juggling my schedule and switching my personality to cater to each group. At Wesleyan, everyone has a unique combination of interests. No one is confined to any one box, and we all support each other in our vastly different pursuits. I was drawn to Wesleyan students and faculties’ creativity, and their ability to accomplish their elaborate goals in individualistic ways!

Why I love being a tour guide: I have had the most amazing experience as a first year at Wesleyan, and hope to show others even a sliver of how unique Wesleyan’s academics and community are. I also love talking a captive audience’s ear off!

Extracurriculars: I am a member of Triple Major, Wesleyan’s competition a cappella group, and the SHAC (Student Health Advisory Committee). I have also dabbled in Boxing Club!

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Watching my friends perform in their new student band in the WestCo Cafe!

Favorite Movie: Dead Poets Society

Favorite Song: Ends of the Earth by Lord Huron

Fun Fact: I have two little brothers and used to have a pet African dwarf frog!

Why Wes? During my pre-frosh overnight stay at Wes I feel in love with the student culture and diversity, it really allows for everyone to grow as a person. I went to a K-12 school that was super competitive and cliquey between the students and I didnt want that in college. Wes showed itself to be the opposite of that, where the people around you inspired you to be who you are and comfortable in your own skin.

Why I love being a tour guide: As an FGLI student, tours were the most integral parts when it came to picking a college. After the tour I had when I was a pre-frosh, I knew Wes was the place for me and that was largely on the tour guide I had. Being able to do the same and hopefully show that Wes is the place for you is why I love doing what I do!

Extracurriculars: Club Soccer, hiking, being a barista, and cooking

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Finishing sophomore CSS Comprehensive Examinations and celebrating it!

Favorite Movie: The Florida Project

Favorite Song: Soaked by BENEE

Fun Fact: I dont know how to ride a bike.

Why Wes? I chose to go to Wes for two main reasons.  First, I loved the Middletown community and the vibe of being in a small town. I felt like everyone going to was connected to each other and the school.  Secondly, I loved the academic freedom I was given. I was able to study and major in two completely different subjects and take whatever classes I pleased

Why I love being a tour guide: I love being a tour guide because I get to connect with new people and have a positive impact on prospective students' lives

Extracurriculars: Club soccer, Club Badminton, Workin cell signaling lab, American Medical Student Association, Volunteer at local hospital

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): I loved attending a psi-u formal with all my friends freshman year. It was one of the moments where Wesleyan started to feel like home and I met so many amazing people there.

Favorite Movie: Die Hard (the 1st one)

Favorite Song: In Your Atmosphere - John Mayer

Fun Fact: I love learning new languages

Why Wes? I chose Wes because of the flexibility the open curriculum offers. I wanted college to be a time where I explore my personal interests as well as my academic interests. During my time at Wes, I have found a love for dance from taking an introductory course, and I plan on pursuing this passion by taking more courses in the future. I was able to explore different subjects because of the open curriculum, and this helped me decide my majors.

Why I love being a tour guide: I enjoy interacting with people from all around, and I like welcoming prospective students and families to Wes. I appreciate being able to talk about my personal experience at Wes being a first-generation, low-income student of color.

Extracurriculars: Traverse Square Tutoring, WesInterpreters, Latin American Student Organization (LASO), First-Generation Low-Income (FGLI) Advisory Board Member, Latin & Ballroom Dance Team

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Celebrating the end of Hispanic Heritage Month with Viernes Gigante

Favorite Movie: Coco

Favorite Song: Antes Que Se Acabe - Bad Bunny

Fun fact: I go to México every other year to visit family

Why Wes? I wanted to go to a school where students were eager to be involved in all facets of school life, and I hoped to join a community where faculty supports their students in all of their passions and aspirations. When I visited Wes, I could feel the excitement as students walked between their classes and when I talked to my tour guide about all of the unique traditions and events that happen every day. I am so happy that all the reasons that I chose Wes are still so prevalent even though I began my first year at college during the pandemic.

Why I love being a tour guide: College tours are so important for students to get a real feel of the school and to meet their future classmates. I love to be able to relate to prospective students' interests and passions and connect them to what I believe they will like the most about Wesleyan.

Extracurriculars: Club Badminton, Wesleyan Jewish Community, Traverse Square Afterschool Program, Sunrise Middletown

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Watching Prometheus on Foss during Halloween

Favorite Movie: Tangled

Favorite Song: Big Yellow Taxi

Fun Fact: I was born without wisdom teeth!

Why Wes? The energy at Wes is incredible. Every day at Wes I wake up surrounded by students who have genuine interests in so many fascinating things that they approach with passion, not in a competitive, cut-throat way. In my college search, I wanted a place that allowed me to explore a lot of different interests without feeling constrained, something that the open-curriculum allows me to do. The people at Wes are genuine and there is a culture of social justice and wanting to work on the world to be the best it can be. The vibe of free-spirited openness is contagious and it’s a truly beautiful place to discover yourself and be the most authentic version of yourself.

Why I love being a tour guide: I know the college search can be really difficult and I was super unsure for most of mine. In the process I think I gained a lot of helpful insight that I can pass on to others. Colleges can start to blur together when looking at so many, but being able to talk about things that don’t fully show up on paper: like the special vibe and people at Wesleyan is special to me. I am lucky to be able to share my passion for Wes, a place that has changed my life profoundly, and I hope I can help show others a glimpse of how it might change theirs.

Extracurriculars: Wesleyan Foster Care Support Project

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Cheering on my friends at the Wes Burlesque performance!

Favorite Movies: Inside Out, The Truman Show

Favorite Song: Love On Top - Beyoncé

Fun Fact: I taught myself calligraphy and love hand lettering!

Why Wes? In high school, I dreaded having to decide between academics and music for college because I didn’t think I’d be able to fully pursue both passions together. Wesleyan is unique because it lets me explore many interests at the same time and even learn how they connect to one another. The campus is filled with people who are creative, intellectual, and multi-faceted, and Wes has a community that welcomes and challenges me.

Why I love being a tour guide: My favorite part of college admissions was going on tours and getting a glimpse of the community at different schools. I know how stressful the overall process can be and I want to provide a positive and exciting experience for high school students visiting Wesleyan.

Extracurriculars: Orchestra, Wesleyan Democrats, Sound Co-op, working at Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore, Wesleyan Jewish Community, playing piano with my band, Second Stage pit orchestras

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Playing at Spring Fling with my band last year

Favorite Movie: Jesus Camp

Favorite Song: Station to Station - David Bowie

Fun Fact: I have a mannequin that lives in the basement of my dorm.

Why Wes? I love how passionate the people at Wesleyan are. The academic culture here is collaborative rather than competitive and I know that everyone around me wants to help me succeed. Wesleyan also provides amazing opportunities to the students here. There are always professors looking for students to work in their labs, be their TA’s, or help with outside research projects. Even as a freshman I made amazing connections with faculty which helped me set up a job for the following year.

Why I love being a tour guide: I am grateful that I ended up at a school that fit me so well, and want to help other people do the same.

Extracurriculars: I work at the Center for the Arts on community engagement projects. I am also a tutor for Upward Bound Math Science and Cross St Tutoring. I am involved with the theater community on campus and in the fall I will be a research fellow for the College of the Environment.

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Eating by the river and watching the sunset with my friends

Favorite Movie: Real Genius

Favorite Song: It’s Alright by Mother Mother

Fun Fact: I used to work on a train at a railroad museum

Why Wes? Wesleyan is a place which provided a positive change in environment which I needed after high school, where I could feel challenged while still feeling at home and accepted.

Why I Love Being a Tour Guide: I enjoy meeting new people and getting to know them, and I also get the opportunity to show them something which I am very passionate about and want others to enjoy.

Extracurriculars: Varsity Men’s Swimming & Diving

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Watching Wesleyan’s baseball team play on Sundays in the middle of campus with friends.

Favorite Movie: Coco and Moana

Favorite Song: No Scrubs by TLC

Fun Fact: I had never seen so many trees in one place until moving to Connecticut.

Why Wes? When applying to colleges I was very concerned about putting myself in a box and limiting the courses offered to me. I was really drawn to the open curriculum and the opportunities afforded to me to take classes in the social sciences and humanities while maintaining a strong STEM background. Whether it’s been through academic peer advisors or faculty advisors I’ve been really encouraged to take classes outside of my major and comfort zone. While in the moment I may have struggled a little, I am very glad that I did so and very grateful that I was encouraged to do so.

Why I love being a tour guide: It is fulfilling to both showcase Wes from my perspective and see it through the eyes of potential students.

Extracurriculars: Captain for Throw Culture - Wesleyan’s all-gender ultimate frisbee club team. Brewer for WesHomebrew Club. Student worker at Red and Black Cafe. Geology research within the Earth and Environmental Science department. Environmental Archaeology research with Dr. Brunson

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Terp!! Terp is an amazing dance group on campus that doesn’t require an audition. 1/3 of campus is involved in terp (either on stage or in the audience) and no one on stage or in the audience knows what’s going on.

Favorite Movie: Woman in Gold

Favorite Song: Infinince or Infinity — Terence Etc.

Fun Fact: This summer I got 6 tick bites but no lyme disease!

Why Wes? No matter where you are on campus, the enthusiasm level is always through the roof. Wesleyan is a place where people are unapologetically curious and are guided by their passions. I knew Wes would be a place where I would always be surrounded by collaborators and people who inspire me.

Why I love being a tour guide: I get to introduce people to a place I love so much.

Extracurriculars: Ultimate frisbee, acapella, the Argus, dance

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Sledding down Foss hill during a snowstorm at the end of my freshman year.

Favorite Movie: Inception

Favorite Song: Anything by Taylor Swift

Fun Fact: I make delicious sandwiches!

Why Wes: For me, a huge draw to Wesleyan was the mix of rigorous academics and the high emphasis on the creative arts. A lot of my time at Wesleyan has been spent working on various music and film projects with fellow students. This speaks so purely to the culture here-- people want to work together, to collaborate and combine their talents to explore new areas and create something unique and unforeseen. Not only do we create, but we pour ourselves and all our efforts into it, simply because we love what we do and giving projects all our efforts is inherent to who we are as Wesleyan students.

Why I love being a tour guide: I love sharing my personal experiences here at Wes with prospective students and families. As a high school student, I always found college tours to be helpful and insightful, so I’m grateful to be able to give that experience to others and share what I love about Wes.

Extracurriculars: Lead guitarist in student band, music mentor at Oddfellows Playhouse, producing student films, member of Wesleyan Jewish Community.

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Performing with my band (with fellow tour guide Emma Bella Bass-Lawrence) at Spring Fling

Favorite Movie: Into the Wild

Fun Fact: I once biked from Seattle to San Francisco over a summer.

Why Wes? I truly chose Wes for the people, the opportunities, and the passion. When I was looking at colleges, I knew I wanted a place where I could explore my wide variety of interests and maintain the passion I have for each and every one of them. Wesleyan provided me that opportunity through the open curriculum and overall sense of passion each member of the student body has. It was because of my tour that I was able to grasp the extent to which Wes students are eager to get to work, but also enjoy the process. The environment here is collaborative and invigorating, and I chose Wes to partake in that adventure and learn more about myself along the way.

Why I love being a tour guide: I love being a tour guide because it gives me the opportunity to chat with prospective students about this lovely school, and hopefully be the person that excites them about coming to Wes, just as my tour guide did for me. My experience at Wesleyan has been really unique and I am always excited to share all the cool places to grab food, read a good book, write an essay, and just sit and chat with friends.

Extracurriculars: I am a senator on the Wesleyan Student Assembly where I am a member of the Community Committee that works directly with community engagement in Middletown. I am a coordinator for CardinalKids where we teach lessons to elementary schoolers through afterschool programs. I am one of the current prezco (president of WestCo, one of the community-based living options on campus). I just started a new club on campus with some of my closest friends called CardinalTV where we are going to make monthly satire news videos about what’s going on at Wesleyan. I am also an avid runner on campus so I know all the best places to run!

Favorite moment at Wes: I have had so many “favorite” moments at Wesleyan, but I think one of my favorites was the Common Moment during Orientation week with my current best friends on campus. We got to learn and perform a dance routine, all in the span of about 20 minutes. It was a really awesome way to get to know the people with who I’ll be spending the rest of my college experience.

Favorite Movie: Booksmart

Favorite song: Here With Me by Dido or Year of the Cat by Al Stewart

Fun fact: I’m a vegetarian and I think Birkenstocks can be worn in the winter (if you have a good pair of wool socks)

Why Wes? I chose Wesleyan because I knew it was the best school that would allow me to focus on athletics and academics, all while pursuing my love of music. Additionally, coming from a small school with limited class selection, it was important that I could explore many academic avenues at my own leisure. Therefore, the open curriculum was a huge influence in my decision to come here.

Why I love being a tour guide: I am super excited to interact with new people and share my perspective as to why I love Wes. The Wesleyan community has helped foster the person I am today/ am becoming and I want to offer authentic insight to prospective students as I remember how challenging the college process was for me.

Extracurriculars: Women's Golf team, WESU, Outing Club

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Sledding down Foss Hill after a snowstorm

Favorite Movie: National Treasures

Favorite Song: Tongue Tied -Grouplove, Tidal -Noah Kahan, or any early 2010s throwbacks

Fun Fact: I am double jointed in my fingers

Why Wes? I chose Wesleyan because of the open curriculum and the campus location

Why I love being a tour guide: I love being a tour guide because I love to show off my school and a place I love

Extracurriculars: SAAC, Wesleyan Chabad, Women’s Ice Hockey, Women’s Lacrosse, volunteer at MacDonough Elementary school

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Spring Fling 2021

Favorite Movie: Dead Poets Society

Favorite Song: Young Volcanoes by Fall Out Boy

Fun fact: I spend my summers at Camp Walden, a sleep away camp in the Adirondacks.

Why Wes? Wesleyan offers an exciting academic environment where I can explore all the benefits of a liberal arts education while feeling encouraged and supported by my peers and professors. In addition to being challenged academically I wanted my thoughts, beliefs and perspectives to be tested. With such a diverse student body, I have encountered myself in situations that have made me question myself and ultimately helped me strengthen my voice and grow as an individual.

Why I love being a tour guide: I love sharing my personal experiences and giving prospective students meaningful insight into the friendly and supportive environment on campus. Above all, I enjoy sharing my enthusiasm about the school and making those on my tours eager to enroll.

Extracurriculars: Tutor for IB subjects at two different tutoring companies, Volunteer for Habitat for Humanity, Member of the Wesleyan Animal Defense League, and Undergraduate Research assistant in Prof.Ezzyat's Lab.

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Rolling down Foss with friends and then getting super dizzy.

Favorite Movie: Cowspiracy/Seaspiracy

Favorite Song: Baiana by Bakermat

Fun Fact: When I was 5, I feasted on a hairy tarantula while traveling through an insect market in Cambodia.

Why Wes? Despite the fact that I always envisioned myself at a fairly large school in a city, I chose Wes because I knew I would be able to create my own path to pursue my academic interests, there was a community of people I would be able to reconnect with from my hometown as well as so many more to establish new connections with, and that I would be opened up to so many opportunities to pursue both on and off campus.

Why I love being a tour guide: I love being a tour guide because simply put, I love to talk--especially about things that have special meaning to me. Having had such a unique experience at Wesleyan thus far, being able to share that with prospective students and families and making them feel part of a community they are considering joining is something I really look forward to.

Extracurriculars: Board Member on the Woman of Color Collective, Member of Ujamaa, ResLife Staff Member, Eye-to Eye Club Member, ASHA (Adolescent Sexual Health Awareness) Member

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Living in the Woman of Color House and becoming so close with my housemates!

Favorite Movie: Any and all Christmas movies!!!

Favorite Song: Euphoria by Don Toliver (featuring Travis Scott & Kaash Paige)

Fun Fact: In my free time, I love watching Reality TV, not for the cringe factor, but I love making observations on the editing styles, roles of the cast members, and general plot. As of now, the Bachelor/ Bachelorette and The Housewives of Atlanta/ Potomac are my top 2!

Why Wes? I chose Wes because of the flexibility that allowed me to explore around with my academic interests during my freshman year when I was still uncertain about what I wanted to do. I am also surrounded by so many students who are passionate and excited to be at Wes which makes the environment feel like home.

Why I love being a tour guide: So that I can convey my enthusiasm about Wes to prospective students and help give them advice throughout the stressful college process

Extracurriculars: Club Tennis, Club Soccer, SALD Office Assistant

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): During the first-semester quarantine when all of my freshmen hall would sit in our doorways and get to know each other from a distance for the first two weeks

Favorite Movie: Fight Club

Favorite Song: The Difference by Flume

Fun Fact: I spend ten weeks every summer working as a camp counselor!

Why Wes? Just three years ago the name "Wesleyan" was insignificant to me, and now it's quite the opposite! I chose Wesleyan because from the first moment that I stepped foot on campus I could vividly see myself being a student for the next 4 years. Some call it a "gut feeling", but I was certain Wesleyan offered everything I desired. With the ability to combine completely different interests into majors, the passionate students, supportive administrators and professors, and the remarkable community, I knew Wesleyan fit perfectly with my goals and aspirations!

Why I love being a tour guide: I love being a tour guide because I can share with prospective students all of the amazing things I love at Wesleyan. I value transparency, and if students can see themselves through my shoes, in the things that I am involved in and love to do, I can possibly make their decision making a bit easier!

Extracurriculars: Wesleyan Chrisitan Fellowship (WesCF), First-Generation Low-Income (FGLI) Advisory Board, Religious & Spiritual Leadership & Activism Council, Caliente (Hispanic Dance Group), Latin & Ballroom Dance Team, & Wesleyan for Woman and Children

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Annual Dance Showcase

Favorite Movie: Forrest Gump

Favorite Song: I Know Who I Am by Sinach

Fun Fact: I did not know how to pump my own gas until I got to Wesleyan (because they pump your gas for you in NJ)! :)

Why Wes? I am someone with a lot of different interests. I came here very dedicated to doing STEM, however I wanted to make sure that I was able to do my other interests. It was incredibly important to me to be able to do Music, Film, and East Asian Studies, and still have room for stem. Within my first year I was able to completely shift and do Film and East Asian studies which I would have never been able to do at other schools! Wesleyan is very multi-curricular which I completely fell in love with going here!

Why I love being a tour guide: I am a very extroverted person, it's so fun to be able to explain to people why being at Wesleyan is a great fit for those who are struggling with knowing what they want to do in life. As well as that, as an internationshional student I was really able to find my community here, and I get to speak to other internationship students as a tour guide why the community here is so great!

Extracurriculars: Board Member at Wesleyan's Black Student Union Ujamaa, Member of Women of Color Collective, Member of Film Workshop

Favorite Movie: (I have like 15 but..) Avatar

Favorite Song: (I don't have one! But I've been listening to..) Diva Beyonce

Fun Fact: I almost lost a chunk of my toe!

Why Wes? In high school, being interested in a wide variety of subjects and having a constant hunger to learn and grow was not the norm. I thought it meant that I just hadn't found my niche! I was drawn to Wes because I knew I would find people like me. The wackiness, the nerdiness, the kindness, and the hunger for social change that I've felt from every professor and student I've interacted with is what makes this place feel so safe and special to me.

Why I love being a tour guide: I knew from the moment I went on my first college tour that I wanted to lead them one day. I love the idea of helping prospective students and their families get excited about Wes, sharing my energy and the many lessons I've learned since being here, and curating every tour so that students get all they can out of it.

Extracurriculars: Outside of class, I work in the Greenhouse as part of a Biology research lab, I teach sex-ed to highschoolers in Middletown, I volunteer with PFlag, and I sing in one of Wesleyan's all-gender a cappella groups.

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Singing to a room packed full of friends and strangers at my first ever a cappella performance (pre-pandemic)

Favorite Movie: Honestly, the Spy Kids movies

Favorite Song: Anything from the Rent soundtrack

Fun Fact: My older sister actually went to Wes! We were by no means the only sibling pair on campus either.

Why Wes? For me, there were two important factors for my college selection process: academics and community. For academics, my high school had a pretty competitive environment when it came to academics and I knew that that wasn’t the environment in which I learned best. Wesleyan was such a big change in that regard since everyone is really supportive and collaborative when it comes to schoolwork and studying for exams. For community, I was blown away by the number of extracurriculars that were available at Wesleyan and the wide range of classes and student groups that people were involved in, and that made me really excited to come and get involved with as many as I could.

Why I love being a tour guide: Being on a tour was when I realized Wesleyan was my dream school and I really hope I’ll be part of that moment for others.

Extracurriculars: Eco-Facilitator for the Sustainability Office (a three-semester program to work on sustainability initiatives on campus), member of Prometheus Fire Arts, Throw Culture - Wesleyan’s all-gender ultimate frisbee team, and Botany Club.

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Definitely the silent disco. On the last night of orientation, before all the other students moved in, we had a silent disco in the middle of Olin Library where we all had headphones with music and could change between stations to dance to what we wanted to. It felt like a perfect end to orientation and was a really memorable experience with my friends.

Favorite Movie: Mamma Mia!

Favorite Song: The Boxer - Simon & Garfunkel

Fun Fact: I taught myself how to play the ukulele!

Why Wes? I chose Wes because I loved how there was a great balance between athletics and academics. I also love how I can form a really meaningful relationship with my professors and TAs due to the small class sizes. I enjoy being able to explore new academic interests with the open curriculum and I'm able to discover new hobbies through the countless extracurricular activities.

Why I love being a tour guide: I love being a tour guide because I get to meet and chat with new people!

Extracurriculars: Varsity swim team, book club, Shakti, POC Swim Committee,

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Hanging out with my friends on Foss Hill and having a cute study picnic in the nice fall weather overlooking campus!

Favorite Movie: Dirty Dancing

Favorite Song: Who Says by Selena Gomez

Fun Fact: I can speak 4 languages!

Why Wes? I actually didn’t know Wes existed until my senior year of high school despite frequently having visited Middletown. I chose Wesleyan because I wanted variety and a change in scenery. Wesleyan definitely delivered. I have met so many weird, awesome people and have had so many weird, awesome experiences. I can’t imagine myself anywhere else!!

Why I love being a tour guide: I absolutely love Wes and I NEED everyone to love Wes as much as I do. Most importantly, I’m glad that I’m able to share Wesleyan’s resources helping considering or matriculating students. Wes has such a supportive community and I want to make that known so people can be comfortable here.

Extracurriculars: Club Volleyball, WeScrive, Undergraduate Research in Cohan Lab.

Favorite Movie: Grand Budapest Hotel

Favorite Song: After the Storm (Kali Uchis)

Fun Fact: I played the cello for 7 years and I'm tone deaf.

Why Wes? I knew I wanted to have great personal connections with my professors, engaging classes, and lots of performance opportunities in college. Wes showed me just how profound those could all be, even in my first year. 

Why I love being a tour guide: I love meeting people from around the world and sharing all the great things I've experienced so far!

Extracurriculars: 4 student bands gigging all around campus, student theater, Farming Forum, going to sports games: Roll Cards!

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Questioning almost everything I thought I believed in my politics class. Or playing in a opening band for Sammy Rae & The Friends. Or watching a disgusting but fascinating movie as part of the Wes Film Series with friends. The list goes on.

Favorite Movie: Mean Girls and The Big Short

Favorite Song: "Jackie Onassis" by Sammy Rae & The Friends

Fun Fact: I sing and play 7 instruments.

Why Wes? I chose Wes because of the tight knit and supportive community. Coming from a relatively large high school I wanted a close community in addition to smaller class sizes and institutional support. Even though Wesleyan is around twice the size of my high school, I feel much more connected to all aspects of the community.

Why I love being a tour guide: I love sharing my favorite parts about Wesleyan with people who are interested in it, especially when I share something that they haven't heard before.

Extracurriculars: Wesleyan Student Assembly (student government), Wesleyan Jewish Community, and the Argus (newspaper)

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Walks around campus when it's quiet during the morning.

Favorite Movie: Inception

Favorite Song: Sofia by Clairo

Fun Fact: I am studying Yiddish.

Why Wes? I chose Wesleyan because of its sense of community. As soon as I stepped foot on this campus, I knew that this was where I belonged. Everyone was so kind and friendly, and not one person was boastful about themselves. I also choose Wesleyan because the institution allows for a student to do multiple things inside one’s interest, while dipping their toe into different things as well. You will never feel the idea of being trapped within your academic interest, the University promotes and encourages individuals to learn more about subjects outside of their studies and that is something I love about Wesleyan.

Why I love being a tour guide: I love being a tour guide because during each tour I am able to not only show off how beautiful the University is, but I am able to express to my crowd what the University has to offer. During each tour when I get asked questions and begin to reminisce on all the things that I have done or have been through while I have been on campus it reminds me how flexible, inclusive and dynamic student to work-life balance is on campus.

Extracurriculars: Club Basketball, First-Generation Low Income Advisory Board, Chi Psi Fraternity, and Christian Faith Group

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Silent disco in Olin during orientation week

Favorite Movie: Us, and Spider-Man: Into the SpiderVerse

Favorite Song: Telepatia by Kali Uchis & Slide by Calvin Harris

Fun Fact: I can solve a Rubik's cube under 60 seconds

Why Wes? The first time I stepped foot on campus, I fell in love with Wesleyan. The students were so passionate and genuinely involved in the Middletown community. With the open curriculum, I am able to explore different fields/subjects that always find a way of connecting with my academic interests. At Wes, students are not confined to the idea of just taking courses that are specific to their major—they are encouraged to branch out and explore Wesleyan’s model for progressive independent housing allows me to grow as a person and learn how to live with a roommate, an apartment, and a wood frame house. Wesleyan gives me the space and opportunity to grow, learn more about myself, and prepare me for post-graduation.

Why I love being a tour guide: My favorite part of being a tour guide is talking to the people in my tour group! As I walk prospective students and families on campus, I genuinely enjoy sharing my experiences because it may help them actually envision themselves at Wesleyan -- taking classes and engaging with their passions. I want to help prospective students truly figure out if Wesleyan is a good fit for them.

Extracurriculars: Volleyball Club, Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students Wesleyan Chapter, & Rho Epsilon Pi (Wesleyan’s only sorority)

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Watching dance showcases outside of Exley

Favorite Movie: House of Hummingbird (2018) Directed by Kim Bo-Ra

Favorite Song: Saturday Night by Khalid

Fun Fact: I love to collect all my boarding passes from my flights!

Why Wes? I chose Wes because of the people! Everyone I’ve met here is passionate about their interests and excited to learn and connect with others. The Wesleyan community is kind, ambitious, creative, and fun!

Why I love being a tour guide: Before touring Wesleyan, I had considered taking a gap year, but after visiting, I couldn’t wait to start college! Being a tour guide is incredibly exciting because I can connect with prospective students and introduce them to such an incredible place- it lets me share my ever growing enthusiasm for the amazing opportunities, experiences, and community at Wesleyan!

Extracurriculars: Farming at Long Lane Farm, house manager of Open House (Wesleyan’s Queer affinity program house), ice skating at Wesleyan’s ice rink, Wesleyan Democratic Socialists (WesDS), Asian American Student Collective

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): continuing class discussions with friends!

Favorite Movie: the Harry Potter movie series

Favorite Song: I can’t decide- but something by ABBA!

Fun Fact: I almost didn’t take a tour at Wesleyan, but I’m extremely glad that I did!

Why Wes: Since I came from a very different background, the concept of liberal arts education was alien to me. When I heard that at Wes “you don’t choose your majors, you discover them”, I was fascinated by its open curriculum that let me explore my interests in very different fields. Besides, as a student looking forward to improving our world in the future, Wesleyan also fits me since it has a tradition of social engagement.

Why I love being a tour guide: When I visited Wesleyan the summer before application season, I was greeted by a friendly tour guide who introduced me to all the features the university could offer. It was then that I decided to apply. After attending college for two years, I felt that it would be my honor to pass on the responsibility of letting more people know about Wesleyan, so I signed up as a tour guide.

Extracurriculars: Outdooring, Activism, Tutoring, TA

Favorite Moment at Wes: Sledding down Foss Hill

Favorite Movie & Song: Hard to say, changes every week

Fun Fact: I don’t eat carrots

Why Wes? Learning that students at Wesleyan were simultaneously dedicated to their academic studies while also exploring their creative sides in profound, learned ways was mind-blowing for me. The deeper I got into the college admissions process, the more and more I could only envision myself being a student at Wesleyan. Also, I quickly sensed that the community at Wesleyan was unlike that of any other college (or liberal arts school for that matter), as students were outgoing, inspired, passionate about everything to which they dedicated themselves, and eager to share their love for learning and creating with each other.

Why I love being a tour guide: Helping prospective students and their families understand why Wes might be the perfect match and why it's the coolest school in the world is a special responsibility but altogether an honor too. Also, being a tour guide helps me to get my steps in.

Extracurriculars: Argus, Second Stage, African Student Association (ASA)

Favorite Moment at Wes (so far): Anytime I'm outside and laughing with my friends (and Spring Fling was pretty great too).

Favorite Movie: My Cousin Vinny or anything by Sofia Coppola

Favorite Song: "Silver Springs" by Fleetwood Mac

Fun Fact: I really like scones.