College of Business and Economics

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Like many UWRF students, when Nathaniel, a native of Chile, started searching for a college, he had his sights set on an exceptional academic experience, one grounded in the best of the best faculty and programs. He’s a Business Administration major with a minor in Spanish and was looking for a campus where he wouldn’t be on his own. Nathaniel, we look forward to you sharing your student success story with us all. You are on.

– Gracias, Alex. Hey everybody. I’m excited to share a little bit about my life at UWRF with you. I grew up in Chile with my mom and my brother, and ever since I was little, I wanted to come back to the US to pursue a better education and a better lifestyle. My younger brother has autism level three and a developmental delay. We’re very close and thanks to him, I’ve grown up with a lot of patience and acceptance. The last one is a very important trait to me. One of the reasons I chose UWRF is because of the acceptance of different backgrounds and identities. My freshman year, I was invited to participate in the Student Support Services program, and thanks to the tools SSS gave me, I was able to finish my first year with a stunning GPA. I had tutors to help me with any classes, including a personal mentor checking in on me. I spent most of my time in Raleigh Hall catching up and learning with a lot of my fellow SSS companions. I met most of my friends during Jumpstart Week, and we’ve been in touch ever since. I wanted to take business at UWRF because their business programs are considered in the top 5% worldwide by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International. UWRF has given me all the tools, connections, and support that I’ve needed to be a student from another country. I’ve decided to become a mentor and help freshman throughout their first year so they can also be successful. UWRF is like a family away from your family, always willing to help. Thanks for the chance to tell my story, Alex.

– Thank you, Nathaniel. UW River Falls certainly has bragging rights for its recognition on a national level. US News and World Report, the Princeton Review, and others have called UWRF out for its exceptional academics. Accolades include best regional university, a top public university, best Midwestern college, and a top performer on social mobility. Absolutely incredible. Thanks again.