Humans of the U: Maj. Alex Horn
“The famed ‘fight or flight’ stress response is good for running away from predators in the jungle but not helpful for keeping your crew safe in combat.”
Read More“The famed ‘fight or flight’ stress response is good for running away from predators in the jungle but not helpful for keeping your crew safe in combat.”
Read More“I hope to complete my 83-year-old marathon this summer.”
Read More“Anyone who knows me, knows that I am obsessed with beautiful views. All these views and emotions, the fond and beautiful as well as the uncomfortable and tired, were an important part of my student experience.”
Read More“I want to be an ally to underserved populations and help break the segregation cycle. I would like to make others’ paths easier than mine.”
Read More“I didn’t want students who are neurodivergent at the U to be subject to the same struggle that I had.”
Read More“College is as whimsical as it is relentless. I never thought my experience would include standing on the border of North Korea, covering a riot as a news reporter or burying my brother. Life is a gorgeous and unexpected journey.”
Read More“In navigating the mundane, rising beyond challenge, persevering, fostering fortitude and reveling in success, we entered this institution from one version of existence and transformed as we traveled through some incredibly trying times.”
Read More“Participating in undergraduate research helped me gain skills as an independent thinker and the courage to improve at public speaking after presenting at multiple conferences.”
Read More“If I had the chance to give some advice to first-year students, I would remind them to take it all in. There is no rush. The jobs and opportunities will always be there, but you only go to college once.”
Read More“During my time as a college student, I’ve been grateful for the supportive environment that allowed me to really dive into my studies and find topics and fields of study that I’m passionate about.”
Read More“The things I have appreciated the most about my time here at the U have been the personal connections that I’ve been able to make with friends and colleagues.”
Read More“We live in a wonderful area that combines a first-rate education and university resources with easy access to nature and outdoor activities. Nothing could be better!”
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