Previously, I attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania and studied interior design.

Almost all of the credits I hoped would transfer, did. The credits that I had to retake at Penn College felt worth it after the courses though!

I found Penn College through my family and searched online to learn more about the campus.

I took a tour of the campus and talked with last year's senior students to learn about the department I would be taking classes in. They were working on their capstones and gave me advice on things to look forward to in my upcoming studies. When walking around campus, everywhere felt very comfortable and home-like.

The labs felt cozy and comfortable. They were up-to-date and I knew I would have access to everything I needed while in the labs.

I have always been a hands-on learner. Penn College’s hands-on approach drew my attention from the first time I heard about the school. At my last school, my first year was very lecture heavy compared to Penn College. After my first year here, I have completed numerous projects that I am proud of. The ratio of professors to students at Penn College is a lot closer than my previous college. Before, it was difficult for me to participate in classes because there were large class sizes. Now, I get to participate as much as I wish within a class period, and I leave each class confident in what is expected for assignments and homework.

I was hoping to have a more professional education after I made the decision to change my major. The staff at my previous school were great, but I knew that Penn College had a great reputation and could help me network with the type of companies I would like to work for.

My transfer counselor was more helpful than I ever could have imagined! He was there in any situation I needed help with.

I was worried that, transferring at the age I did, I would have a tough time connecting with students that were just out of high school. I have made many great connections with students and staff across campus of all ages!

I found support within the graphic design students, and that comes naturally with giving good advice and taking good advice as well. I have grown so much in the past year because of the graphic design community at Penn College.

Be open to making new connections and stepping outside of your comfort zone.

After graduating, I hope to become an art director or web designer. It is important to me to work with a company with a good mission. Eventually, I hope to develop my graphic design company.