Gabby Schiesser

Class: Junior

Major: Communications and Advertising

Hometown: Simi Valley, CA

Why did you join the Honors College?

“I joined the Honors College to hold myself accountable and meet people who met the same standards as me academically.”

What has been your favorite Honors course? 

“My favorite course has been Adventure Literature (UH155), but it’s really because of Nathan Parker; he’s one of my favorite professors of all time.”

What Honors course would you like to take in the future?

“I want to take the Honors photography class…I’ve been trying to get in it for 2 semesters but it fills up too fast.”

What have you learned from being in the Honors College?

“I learned more about the humanities in Honors College rather than just straight facts in my major classes.”

What is your favorite part about the Honors College?

“I like how the Honors classes are more discussion-based rather than lecture.”