Michael

Michael

Student Ambassador

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Michael

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Year: Junior

Majors: Finance, Risk Management and Insurance

Certificates: Japanese Professional Communications

Involvement: Delta Sigma Pi, Ethiopian Eritrean Student Association, Investment Banking Club, Undergraduate Research Scholars

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If I could describe UW–Madison in three words: Entertaining, Rewarding, Belonging

I chose UW–Madison because I was selected as a Posse scholar my senior year of high school. I knew that it was the right fit for me with a strong business school, large pool of successful alumni, and close to home.

What sets UW–Madison apart from other schools is that even though it’s known as a Big Ten school, everyone works hard and plays hard. Students know how to balance themselves really well with school and their social life.

My advise for students considering UW–Madison would be that UW–Madison is a huge school with lots of opportunities. If you’re interested in something, there is a very high chance that it’s available. If you can handle being on a large campus and lots of snow, this is one of the best places to be at.