FSU Panama City Applied Science students who demonstrate our tradition of strength, skills and character. These articles reflect how our students engage on and off campus and promote excellence in education.
Where are you from? Why did you choose to attend FSU?
As a military dependent and active duty service member, I am “from” so many places. Having served at Tyndall Air Force Base and now employed in Jacksonville, I have lived in Florida the longest I have in any other state and like to call it home.
Where are you from? Why did you choose to attend FSU?
I’m a fifth-generation Floridian from Fort Myers, Florida. My grandfather was one of the first in my family to go to college and graduated from Florida State, so my family’s always been a big fan of the Seminoles. FSU has some of the best programs, professors, and degree paths in the state, so it was a no brainer for me to choose Florida State. The Army ROTC program and the Law Enforcement Intelligence online master’s degree were particularly interesting to me, and not available at other institutions.
Where are you from? Why did you choose to attend FSU Panama City?
I was born and raised in Jacksonville Florida, and I graduated from Eckerd
College in St. Petersburg Florida. The academic achievements and prestige of Florida State University inspired me greatly to come here. Also, my dad is an FSU alum which influenced me as well.
What inspired you to choose your degree program?
Where are you from? Why did you choose to attend FSU Panama City?
I was born and raised in Kansas. I chose to transfer from KSU to FSU when I discovered the Underwater Crime Scene Investigation undergraduate certificate program.
What inspired you to choose your degree program?
Where are you from? Why did you choose to attend FSU Panama City?
I am from Panama City, Florida, and I chose to attend FSU because I wanted to attend a school with a wide range of options when deciding what to study for my education.
Where are you from? Why did you choose to attend FSU Panama City?
I’m originally from Guntersville, Alabama, a Summertown known for its beautiful lake, fishing, and water sports. I chose to attend FSU’s nurse anesthesia program over competing programs primarily for its appreciation for academia and experienced leadership. Did being located near the beach influence my decision? Absolutely not… (-;
What inspired you to choose your degree program?
Where are you from? Why did you choose to attend FSU?
I am from Freeport, Florida. I chose to attend FSU for their amazing programs and it being close to home.
What inspired you to choose your degree program?
I chose to pursue the MS in corporate and public communication degree after starting my non-profit when I was 16. I found a passion for branding, communications, and public relations throughout my experiences.
What has your experience been so far in the program?
Where are you from? Why did you choose to attend FSU?
I have lived all over the place. I grew up in a small town in North Dakota and moved to Houston, Texas when I was 14. I just moved to Naples, Florida 3 years ago. I chose to attend FSU because I knew it was a great school. I wanted to challenge myself and I knew FSU would do that.
What inspired you to choose your degree program?
Where are you from? Why did you choose to attend FSU?
I have lived in Florida for most of my life, specifically Panama City. My parents, on the other hand, are originally from Jamaica. I chose to attend FSU mostly because I have an interest in Crime Scene Investigation.
