Being a first generation college student, my parents had always wanted me to become a biological science major. I automatically knew that wasn’t the right path for me. Attending Southern Illinois University gave me the opportunity to explore new majors and clubs. My time at SIUC opened my eyes to the communication realm. I have always been the type of person who was greatly fascinated by the entertainment, mass media, advertisement, public relations, film, etc. Coming into the communications field, it has made me open my eyes to the endless opportunities there are in this field. I never knew that there were so many subfields that went into communications. After declaring my major I felt the need for a major change in my life. It was to leave Illinois for good and start the next chapter at The University of Tampa. Coming to this private institution definitely challenged me to become the best that I can be. The university has taught me to be creative, to think outside the box, and to be a risk taker in the communications field.