Eleanor Clark (They/Them)
Where are you from?
Houston, Texas
What are you involved in at RIT?
I'm part of the College of Science Peer Mentoring program and the College of Science Activities Board (COSSAB), as well as RIT's math club, PiRIT! Outside of COS, I'm involved in RIT's Quizbowl team, and I work at the Expressive Communication Center in the library.
Why RIT and the College of Science?
RIT initially made my list for the engineering programs, but when I decided I actually wanted to study math, they stayed on the list and moved even higher. I really liked the fact that there are so many opportunities for research and co-ops, and I've found many mentors and friends in both the student body and the faculty.
What is your advice for prospective college students?
Engage in class! It's really easy to fall into the habit of just sitting there and taking notes, but try to put your hand up at least once, either to ask a question or answer one. And if you want to talk to the professor more about a topic, go to their office hours or email them! Most professors enjoy having students who are invested in the course content.