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Written By: Kolby McGee

Happy Friday, Lions! This week's #LionsVoices feature is senior Biochemistry major, Khuong “Peter� Ta. Peter graduated from Mena High School, but is originally from Vietnam, and first came to Arkansas as a high school exchange student.

Peter’s decision to come to Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP was quite simple. “My parents and I thought it was best to stick to a closer college to Mena, so I chose Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP.â€� Once Peter arrived at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP, he found an inclusive, supportive, and opportunity-rich environment. “Even though I am an international student, this place feels like my second home.â€�

Peter also highlighted the culture at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP as particularly appealing. Heavily involved in  various activities on campus, he has served as a Cub Camp volunteer every year since he was a camper, and helped re-established the Vietnamese Student Association. Peter also currently holds the position of VSA Senior Advisor, and is a captain on the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP eSports Team. Peter is also a fraternity brother of Pi Kappa Phi, and has served on Student Government.

When asked what advice he would give incoming students to make the most of their time at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP he said, “Try everything. Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP gives you so many opportunities, so why limit yourself to just one thing? There is more to college than being isolated and unsocial.â€� The people are Peter’s favorite aspect of Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP. “Being involved extensively with this school has helped me grow as a person and learn all that I can.â€�

After graduation Peter intends to pursue a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and wants to be involved in Pharmaceuticals and drug development.

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