Matthew WomackFor Matthew Womack, an 18-year-old freshman from Poteau, Oklahoma, beginning college was a shock, but thanks to Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP and the mentorship he received through the Chancellor’s Leadership Class, it was a shock that spurred immense growth. 

 

“Coming from high school to college was a huge transition,â€� said Womack, an international business and finance major. “But Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP has taught me how to use the resources that I’m surrounded by to overcome any obstacles in life.â€�

 

Though he toured numerous universities and had college prospects across the region, Womack chose Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP because the beautiful campus and the opportunities it offered spoke to him. 

 

“̹½ÊÓÆµAPP blew me away with the amazing campus and activities,â€� he said. “I’ve made a lot of new friends and found new activities and clubs that I love.â€� Womack has found a balance at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP, immersing himself in fun activities, leadership clubs, career advancement organizations and volunteerism. 

 

Womack is currently in the First National Bank Student Leadership Council, a member of the Freshman Council University Ambassadors and Hyphen Youth Ministries, and he was also chosen to become a member of the Chancellor’s Leadership Class. 

 

“Being a member of the Chancellor’s Leadership Class has given me the opportunity to meet so many amazing community leaders and has taught me much about leadership and responsibility,â€� he said. 

 

“The biggest assignment was to host an on-campus event that is relevant to our student body. My team chose to host an event that would raise awareness for heart disease, WeHeartÄ¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP. Community and campus groups came and worked booths providing information and training on relevant topics such as CPR and AED operation.â€� 

 

Womack’s team event also featured games to allow students to get active and exercise their cardiovascular systems. 

 

“Through this project, I learned an incredible amount about networking and organizing events. Working with a group of other young leaders taught us so much about how to juggle school and work schedules.�

 

Womack said he is proud to be a Lion because of the connections he has made on campus and in the community with people who are actively helping him reach his career goals.

 

 â€œBeing able to brag to my family and friends about all of the amazing experiences that I have had at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP makes me so proud of this university.â€�

Credits: 
Allyssa Alvarado, Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP
Photo Credits: 
Rachel Rodemann Putman
Date Posted: 
Tuesday, January 29, 2019
Source URL: 
https://news.uafs.edu/0
Story ID: 
5071