Academic Success

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Okay, everyone let’s meet Nick, a biomedical science major from Junction City, Kansas. Nick won the top biology research award in the nation for biology research he did as an undergraduate student at SBU. And as Nick shares in his story, the faculty at SBU were the key to his success. Let’s hear it Nick.

– Howdy everyone. My road to Southwest Baptist University was quite sporadic. Growing up, I didn’t always have a clear cut path. And so after high school, I didn’t know what came next. I eventually discovered my passion for dentistry, then I came across another obstacle. Where do I go to school? As I explored college options, Southwest Baptist University when above and beyond expectations and allowed me to come here. SBU was the first school that made me feel wanted, which was unusual, since I didn’t have a strong academic background. They didn’t stop there though. As classes began, I found it increasingly more difficult to balance coursework with the social life. I ultimately fell behind in several classes and was ready to give up and leave. If it wasn’t for the incredibly caring faculty members, I would’ve fallen short of my dreams. The faculty at SBU invest in you and spend the time and effort to make sure their students have every possible opportunity and resource at their disposal. From holding their own study sessions to award-winning undergraduate research, SBU faculty will get you to where you want to be. SBU, doesn’t just prepare us for a job, they show us how to be servant leaders in those jobs and do more for the people around us. And my advisor is the best example of this. He offers a thorough curriculum, but he also brings us food when we study and he’ll even fix the flat tires on our cars. I’ve found that learning and asking questions is significantly easier knowing that the professor cares about me. SBU doesn’t just help you reach your goals, they encourage you to go further, dig deeper and not only focus on what your goal is, but why you’re doing it. I’ll be starting dental school soon. And although it will be hard SBU’s prepared me for what’s to come next. Anyways, that’s all for me. Back to you, Alex.

– Wow, Nick, what a powerful story. A story of the caring faculty at SBU who helped you stay focused on academics so you could pursue your dreams. We all need people who will be there as a teacher, mentor and guide throughout college. Best of luck in dental school, Nick.