多元文化吸引转学生到WKU美国西肯塔基大学留学

多元文化吸引转学生到WKU美国西肯塔基大学留学

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多元文化吸引转学生到WKU美国西肯塔基大学留学

起初Tony Thomas 就读于其他学校，当托马斯开始探索新的大学选择时，西肯塔基校园文化的多样性将他吸引到了WKU。

Thomas主修商业管理，辅修经济学，“我之所以选择我的学位课程，是因为小时候，我一直设想自己成为一名企业家。成为自己的老板一直是我的人生目标。”

托马斯说，转学到西肯塔基是他做过的最好的决定之一。他感谢他遇到的各种各样的人以及GFCB提供的“额外”东西，比如职业准备研讨会。

“我在西肯塔基的经历中最好的部分是与不同背景的人建立联系和网络。实际上，在建立这些联系时，必须具备可教性和外向性。”

跨文化学生参与中心(ISEC)也极大地影响了Thomas。具体来说，作为他西肯塔基“妈妈”的安琪·林克女士，“我一进办公室，她总是微笑着迎接我，她的智慧话语非常鼓舞人心和鼓舞人心。”

Thomas还参加了ISEC表彰仪式。他说，这种经历令人鼓舞和激励，因为它展示并认可了获得学位的少数族裔。“它为目前在校的学生提供了获得学位所需的额外动力和动力。”

托马斯说他在西肯塔基的另一个亮点是Step Show。他说，在他以前的大学里，他们没有全国泛希腊委员会（NPHC）。“对于一个普通人来说，可能有人认为这只是一场‘步秀’，但我认为这是我的文化的一种表现，隐藏着天赋。

托马斯认为他的父母激励了他并鼓励他攻读学位。他说：“转学到西肯塔基是我这辈子做过的最好的决定之一。Western拥有肯塔基州最好的商业项目之一，西肯塔基让我为现实世界做好了心理准备。”

托马斯对具有相似背景的未来学生的建议是：“西肯塔基大学是一所非凡的机构和结识新朋友的绝佳环境……走出你的舒适区，融入校园。”

A Diverse Culture Draws A Transfer Student to WKU

Tony Thomas Jr.'s college journey did not start at Western Kentucky University.However,when Thomas began exploring new college options,WKU's diversity within its campus culture drew him to The Hill.

Thomas is a Business Management major and Economics minor,"I chose my degree program because as a kid,I always envisioned myself becoming an entrepreneur.Being my own boss has always been a life goal of mine."

Thomas said transferring to WKU was one of the best decisions he has ever made.He is grateful for for the diverse people he has met and the"extra"things GFCB offers,like career-ready workshops.

"The best part of my experience at WKU is connecting and networking with people of different backgrounds.In reality,being teachable and outgoing is mandatory when making these connections."

The Intercultural Student Engagement Center(ISEC)has also tremendously impacted Thomas.Specifically,Ms.Angie Link,who is his WKU"Mom,""she has always greeted me with a smile when I entered the office.She is very motivating and encouraging with her words of wisdom."

Thomas has also attended the ISEC Recognition Ceremony.He said the experience was encouraging and motivating because it showcased and recognized minorities receiving their degrees."It gives students who are currently in school the extra push and motivation they need to reach the finish line of earning their degree."

Thomas said another highlight of his time at WKU has been the Step Show.He said that at his previous college,they did not have the National Pan-Hellenic Council(NPHC)."To an ordinary person,someone may see this as just a"step show,"but I see this as a representation of my culture with hidden talents.

Thomas credits his parents for inspiring him and encouraging him to pursue his degree.He said,"transferring to WKU was one of the best decisions I've made in my life.Western has one of the best business programs in Kentucky,and WKU has prepared me mentally for the real world."

Thomas's advice for future students with a similar background is,"WKU is a phenomenal institution and great environment to meet new people…step out of your comfort zone and get involved on campus."