Why did you join the Board?

I joined the board so that I could be more involved in the campus community.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

A CLAS major allows me to have a well-rounded education and allows me to explore outside of my major.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

UConn iGEM (genetic engineering team), Student Health Services, Special Program in Medicine, Research, Middle School Science Bowl, Dean of Students Advisory Group

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

The open discussions that we have during meetings are very thought-provoking and interesting. I have also particularly enjoyed speaking with alumni about their experiences.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

We’re a hybrid organization that interacts with both the academic and social components of the college experience.

Why did you join the Board?

I wanted to contribute to the CLAS community and meet others in the College as well while doing so.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

CLAS allows for students to explore different interests and fields while pursuing their main career path.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

I volunteer for Husky Ambassadors for their Husky-for-a-Day program. I am also a part of the Honors Program, STEM Scholars, and the Special Program in Medicine communities.

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

I enjoyed meeting with employers and representatives from different companies during the Career Fair.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

The Board is a group of students with diverse backgrounds and career aspirations who have come together to contribute to and serve the CLAS community.

Why did you join the Board?

To improve the relationship between CLAS and their students

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

CLAS allows me to explore all fields that I am interested in and combine my interests

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

Model UN, Asha for Education, KDSAP, Sanskriti, PIRG, PATH mentor

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

Dressing up and representing the Board professionally.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

A Board that cares about making a better environment for CLAS students.

Why did you join the Board?

I'm interested in pursuing a master's degree in higher education; therefore I wanted to join the Student Leadership Board to learn more about how the board encourages student development through different opportunities. Also, I wanted to advocate for transfer students and their needs. Being a transfer student, I did not notice many events or opportunities geared towards transfer students that helped them to acclimate to the campus.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

Studying in CLAS has helped me learn more about many social issues that I was never exposed to in high school. This has allowed me to understand many perspectives and how to apply them to my day to day live. I'm able to have a flexible understanding of different issues and multiple approaches on how to solve it.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

METAS, Tranfer Insider, and Dean of Student Office intern

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

My favorite memory of the board is the Student and Alumni Networking Night. We had the opportunity to get a professional profile picture taken and network with different alumni. It was a great experience to practice our networking and communication skills. I got the chance to learn about philanthropy and educational advancement from different alumni.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

We’re a group of students who are dedicated to advocating for students’ needs. The Board is very welcoming to advancement opportunities and initiatives that helps CLAS students succeed academically, professionally, and socially.

Why did you join the Board?

I joined the board to create opportunities for greater student engagement within the College and beyond. UConn is a place of constant improvement and evolution and I want to be a part of that.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

CLAS is such a great place to engage in interdisciplinary learning and has such immense opportunities to pursue a multitude of career paths.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

Partners in Health Engage president, Pi-Sigma Alpha president, UConn Surya

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

Cheering at SundaeFest.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

We are a group of dedicated and engaged students who want to improve our College in as many as ways as we can.

Why did you join the Board?

I wanted to get to know more about the College and a chance to help enhance the CLAS community.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

Because it has a variety of classes that match my interest.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

Model UN, Dressage Club

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

Talking and getting to know people from various backgrounds.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

A very diverse, fascinating, friendly group of people that always welcome new ideas and suggestions. You can find them at all kinds of events on campus, and they are always ready to help.

Why did you join the Board?

I joined the board because I wanted to have a voice in the College. I wanted to get involved and meet other  motivated, diverse CLAS students!

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

I loved how CLAS allowed me to explore every one of my passions. I did not have to choose one major or one career path. I was able to double major, explore so many interesting classes, and really hone in on what what I want to do with my future.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

I was a member of the Innovation House learning community, I am a sister of the Gamma Phi Beta sorority, and I am involved with the Women’s Center.

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

I love chatting and getting to know the other students on the board before each of our meetings. It’s so great getting to know peers from so many different majors and backgrounds!

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

We’re a group of students who collaborate on how to enhance the experience of all CLAS students. We are the connecting force between many other organizations, the Dean, and the students.

Why did you join the Board?

As an individualized major, I feel like it is very important to foster interdisciplinary learning at the University, and I wanted to be part of a group that worked to bring the large and diverse group of CLAS students together to learn from each other.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

CLAS has the most opportunities for expanding an individual's worldview, through the classes offered and the students we collaborate with and learn from. CLAS provides many opportunities for leadership development and volunteering throughout campus, and encourages students to become well-rounded world citizens.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

Husky for a Day, Care Cakes, UConn Health research

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

My favorite memories are our discussions with Dean Glasberg on issues affecting the University, including the UConn budget cuts, free speech on campus, and student rights.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

SLB is an opportunity to work throughout the College with students and faculty, including the Dean. We also put on events and work with various groups on campus.

Why did you join the Board?

I joined the Board to meet more people in the College and have the opportunity to work with the Dean and engage other faculty and staff.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

CLAS is important to me because it allows me to cultivate my broad interests rather than being forced into a specific area of study. I found my passion for sociology and social topics because of the opportunities for exploration.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

Student Athlete Advisory Committee secretary, You Matter Mentoring Program organizer

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

My favorite memory so far has been helping to organize Study with CLAS during fall semester of 2017. I got to connect with a lot of great students and offer some stress relief and study support to them.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

I would say that we are diverse group of passionate students who care about CLAS and are looking to leave an impact.

Why did you join the Board?

I joined the board because I thought it was a great opportunity for me to collaborate with other students in CLAS in order to create events and innovative ideas that help students become more engaged with the school.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

CLAS provides a variety of interdisciplinary majors that allow students to explore topics outside their major. Being a part of this school has given me the chance to take courses that are tied with my culture. This year I took a Latino studies class that led me to pursue a Latino studies minor.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

I am also involved in collective uplift, Pre-med Society, M.E.T.A.S, and Habitat for Humanity.

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

I definitely enjoyed the retreat we held for new members. It was fun conversing with the other Board members and seeing how diverse CLAS is. I also enjoyed the picture sequencing game because it was a great opener to the kind of collaborations we'd see throughout the year.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

The SLB is a way for you to collaborate with other students in CLAS and be liaisons between students in the school and the Dean. Being a member provides you with a tremendous amount of networking skills that will later allow you to facilitate events we hold with alumni that will provide opportunities for connections.

Why did you join the Board?

I joined the Board to become more involved with CLAS and to try to make a big community feel a little bit smaller.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

CLAS allows you to explore so many different options and interests that you don't get to experience in other colleges. I would never have found my passion if not for the opportunities CLAS provides.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

The Daily Campus, Language for All, SLHS research assistant

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

My favorite memory of the Board is working at Open House and getting to talk to potential students who don't know what their futures hold yet. They are always so interested and curious about CLAS, and I love sharing what the College has done for me.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

The Board is meant to be a liaison between students and CLAS administrators, but it is also a place for student leaders to come together to try to improve the college from a student's perspective.

Why did you join the Board?

I saw the Student Leadership Board as an opportunity for me to broaden my circle and connect with students outside of my major, and to learn more about the students in CLAS along with their concerns. Additionally, the opportunity to meet and work with the Dean and Associate Deans of CLAS was one I couldn't pass up.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

I've noticed that every single person in CLAS brings something unique to the table. It's like a puzzle, and once you bring all the pieces together, they fit seamlessly.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

The Office of Undergraduate Research, The Daily Campus, SOS Food Recovery, the Student Athlete Success Program, Table Tennis Club

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

My favorite memories on the board have been our meetings with Dean Glasberg getting the opportunity to talk with her about our perspectives on various topics and issues in CLAS.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

The Board is a group of some of the brightest and passionate minds that CLAS has to offer, and we're dedicated to strengthening the bond between the students and the Dean. We serve as a bridge to try to not only help make student life easier, but also to help the Dean to hear the voices of the students on a variety of matters.

Why did you join the Board?

I wanted to be more active in the College and I thought the idea of serving as a liaison between the Dean and the students was really cool!

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

CLAS had the two areas I was really interested in studying, so it was a perfect fit.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

Student Alumni Association, Eurotech Club, Eurotech Learning Community, Sheya Cognitive Developmental Psychology Lab

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

I have only been on the Board for a short while, but so far my favorite memory has been our retreat.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

The Board is a place where representatives from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences come together and think of ways to try and make a better experience for students and relay that information to the dean.

Why did you join the Board?

I joined the CLAS Student Leadership Board in order to serve as a representative of the CLAS population. I have had a wonderful experience both as a CLAS major and in taking CLAS courses. I want to ensure that all CLAS students are aware of and are able to take advantage of the amazing opportunities CLAS has to offer.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

CLAS is the largest and most influential college on campus. CLAS is unique because of its interdisciplinary nature; students can obtain a diverse education all within the same college!

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?
Puerto Rican & Latin American Cultural Center, UConn Model UN

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

My favorite memory was during our orientation before classes began. We completed an activity where we constructed a sequence of pictures that increasingly became detailed. We had to put the pictures in order by describing it in detail in order to determine the order.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

We are a diverse group of student leaders who both promote and advocate for CLAS. The Board serves as a liaison between the CLAS student body and the Dean. We ensure that CLAS students are able to benefit from the College's amazing resources by brainstorming new initiatives for CLAS student engagement, connecting alumni with current students, and fostering new relationships with other organizations on campus to help benefit our students.

Why did you join the Board?

I joined it because I was interested in connecting with my peers from diverse backgrounds and increasing my professionalism. I appreciate everything UConn and CLAS has done for me and wanted to give back.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

It housed the major I was interested in but the diversity of students and classes intrigued me as well.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

Pi Sigma Alpha, UConn community outreach team leader for Detroit, Michigan

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

Student Alumni Networking Night, where I helped to network and talk to alumni that offered me really valuable advice.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

It’s an amazing, fulling experience that helps you to interact with people you normally wouldn't. It increases your potentially to grow in all aspects at UConn.

Why did you join the Board?

I joined the Board because it was a prestigious team of diverse students all working toward a similar goal.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

CLAS is so diverse, well-rounded, and it provides a complete education.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

Club Racquetball, Community Outreach, Greek Life

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

The SLB Summer Retreat was really fun and a good way to meet the other members of the Board.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

The Student Leadership Board is a group of involved students who are working to make the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences more enjoyable, understood, and well-known.

Why did you join the Board?

I joined the Board to get involved in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. I wanted to engage with other students in my academic college and learn about the disciplines offered in CLAS. I loved the idea of being a part of something that would allow me to help my large and diverse College.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

CLAS is diverse, collaborative, and innovative. I love being able to take so many different classes and explore the different subject areas and opportunities offered in CLAS.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

I am a Peer Research Ambassador for the Office of Undergraduate Research.

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

I enjoy volunteering at alumni events with the Board, where I get to talk to alumni of all ages about their experience at UConn. It is amazing to hear personal stories from fellow Huskies through the years to see how UConn has made a huge impact on their lives.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

We’re a group of students who act as a liaison between the students and the Dean. We aim to organize events for CLAS students to help them connect with faculty, alumni, and fellow students. Our goal is to help CLAS students succeed throughout their college career.

Why did you join the Board?

To be part of a close knit community that worked toward a common goal on campus.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

There is no limit to what you can do with a CLAS degree. It allows students to change fields well into their college career without fear of not graduating on time.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

BAPS campus fellowship, 4-H Vernon Community Outreach, Honors Program

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

Carving pumpkins for the CLAS media team. They were very creative and fun while filming us!

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

We listen to our peers comments/questions/concerns about CLAS and have conversations with the Dean of CLAS to understand how we can all move forward and progress as a united front

Why did you join the Board?

I wanted to contribute to making one of the largestColleges on campus better. By communicating with the Dean and the students of CLAS, we can enhance our experience and create a closer community through events like Study with CLAS or networking with alumni.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

CLAS offers a broad array of subjects, and I was able to take classes that I wouldn't have thought to take before. This pushed me to explore fields outside of my major and I was able to find areas I wanted to minor in.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

I am a tutor for Natchaug Elementary School, where I build connections with students and help teach them math/English concepts. I'm also involved in UCONN Rescue, the Pre-Med Society, and a research lab on campus.

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

Helping out with Sundae Fest last year was my favorite memory since I was able to meet everyone and give out ice cream. All the students were excited to get T-shirts, and we had fun talking to everyone.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

We help build connections between the CLAS students on campus, whether that's by helping with alumni networking or promoting career fairs. By focusing on a liberal arts education, we emphasize events that give skills to help students of different majors succeed in their fields.

Why did you join the Board?

I joined the board because it is a great way to build skills for the real world. It allows students to have a part in connecting with both deans and faculty of CLAS and be able to have an impact on our education.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

CLAS offers an interdisciplinary education that makes me a well-rounded individual who is able to take on different situations even if I’m not necessarily an expert in a certain field. CLAS prepares me for the real world where I will meet all different kinds of people from all aspects of the world.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

WHUS, The Daily Campus, Pi Sigma Alpha, Women in Math, Science, and Engineering Learning Community (WiMSE), UC Chamber Orchestra, KUBE

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

My favorite memory so far was the retreat in the summer. I felt I was truly able to connect with the rest of the Board, and they are some of my closest friends.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

The CLAS Student Leadership Board is a great way to make your voice heard and for people to represent their school. With many majors to choose from it can often be difficult navigating college and feeling as if you are part of something. Seeing what the Board does or even being part of the board shows that CLAS has a significant role in shaping the UConn community.

Why did you join the Board?

I wanted to help shape a more enriching and supportive college experience for students.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

I've been interested in life sciences for as long as I can remember, and choosing molecular and cell biology as my major was a very clear choice for me. My major was in CLAS and because of this I had the opportunity to learn about many other subjects I am passionate about, and become a more conscientious student and person as a whole.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

I am a mentor in the Asiantation Mentoring Program through the Asian American Cultural Center.

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

The Homecoming Alumni Tailgate and Networking Nights are some of my favorite events because they foster interaction between students and alumni. Hearing about the lives of alumni makes me excited for the future and talking about my experience as a current student makes me appreciate it even more.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

We’re committed to working with the CLAS student population and the Dean's office to serve as liaisons and help in enriching students' experience.

Why did you join the Board?

It's a close-knit family-like community where we all exchange ideas in an open-minded, accepting environment.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

I believe that having a good foundation in the liberal arts and sciences is essential for having an open mind, and it gives you skills that you wouldn't get otherwise. It is also very relevant to my career of becoming a physician.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

I'm a Supervising Teaching Assistant (STA) for the First Year Experience Program. I'm also part of the 11th cohort for the IDEA Grant for research on the Urinary Analysis on the Effects of Dietary Intake on Sulfur-containing Metabolites in Newborns at Risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder.

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

My favorite memory is of volunteering at Open House and talking to incoming/prospective students and being able to share my experience with them!

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

The Board is a fun environment where you can meet new people with similar interests all while making an impact at UConn.

Why did you join the Board?

I wanted to leave UConn knowing I was part of a group that has student interest and student success at the center of its mission.

Why did you decide to major in CLAS?

CLAS has equipped me with a range of educational and real-life skills that have helped shape my experience at UConn as a productive student and prepared me to be a well rounded member of society.

What other organizations are you involved in on campus?

Honors Program, Residential Life, First Year Experience peer mentor, Speech Perception and Language Development Lab research assistant, IDEA Grant Recipient, Kappa Alpha Theta

What is your favorite memory of the Board since you've joined?

I really enjoyed being a part of the Major Fair this October. It was great to see so many students exploring their options UConn, and CLAS in general.

How would you describe the Board to people who are unfamiliar with it?

It is a board designed to bridge the student body and the administration within CLAS and strengthen alumni connections