Preparing for the World

Transcript

Meet Liam who comes from a long line of Siena Saints and has found a degree pathway that fits his interests in business and Spanish. As President of the unofficial Spanish Club, Liam explains how a liberal arts education is helping him chart his course to success.

– Thanks for the glorious intro, Alex. and hola amigos. For me, Siena was an easy decision as I grew up visiting campus and my entire family attended. In addition to upholding the family tradition, I knew I wanted to attend a liberal arts school. Some of my favorite parts of Siena are the relationships I’ve established. Working with my faculty mentor, I explored a variety of options and decided on a double major of Business and Spanish. As a part of my degree pathway, I will spend a semester in Costa Rice to increase my fluency, experience a new culture, gain a global perspective, and enjoy the pura vida lifestyle. In addition to my classes, I serve as the President of the unofficial Spanish Club, one of many clubs on campus that put on events for students. Participating in these co-curricular organizations is what sets Siena apart from all the other schools I visited during my search. Here, you are seen, recognized, and appreciated for who you are. I love that Siena wants me to take classes outside of my major as part of the liberal arts identity. I am learning, exploring, and understanding the world around me from so many different perspectives. I know that what I’ve learned at Siena will help me navigate life after graduation. Thanks to the connections I have at Siena, after graduating, I will move to Spain and teach for several years. From there it’s Italy and the rest of Europe. Nos vamos, Alex.

– Muy bueno Liam. Your Siena education will serve you well as you travel the globe and find new adventures ahead. Keep the DiPietro Siena legacy going strong.