Prospective Students

Cody Goodman

Major: History

Hometown: La Miranda, CA

Why did you choose New College?

I chose New College because of the many majors that they offer as well as the fact that they create well rounded students

A fun fact about Cody:

I am the youngest and shortest of three brothers

April 2012

Marya Sabir

Major: Life Sciences

Why did you choose New College?

Because it contains numerous programs, internships, and opportunities. The academic advisors, professors, and staff in the Mathematics and Natural Sciences division are incomparable and strive to ensure the fundamental success of the students who are seeking degrees.

What is one piece of advice you would give to freshmen entering ASU?

Join New College and experience the numerous opportunities that are available.

March 2012

Stacey Ewan

Major: Life Sciences- Pre Med

Why did you choose New College?

New College has a great Pre-Med major and that is exactly what I want to do

A fun fact about Stacy:

I have wanted to be a doctor since I was 4 years old.

February 2012

Alicia DeVault

Major: Psychology

Hometown: Glendale, AZ

Why did you Choose New College?

A big part of why i chose New College is because it is located on the west campus which is very close to my house. This campus allows me to stay at home any cut costs so I can save as much money as possible for grad school.

What is one piece of advice that you would give to students entering ASU?

As long as you can grow and adapt, you will do absolutely fine at ASU.

Danielle Haverkate

Major: Psychology

Hometown: Stockbridge, MI

Why did you choose New College?

I chose New College because of the research opportunities offered.

What are your plans after graduation?

I plan to go to medical school and become a brain surgeon

January 2012

Audra Fischer

Year: Junior

Major: Life Sciences

Minor: Communication

Hometown: Phoenix, AZ

Why did you choose New College? 

I chose New College because of the Life Sciences program, the location, and the scholarship that I was offered.

What are your plans after graduation?

I plan to attend graduate school.

Elena Zavalza

Year: Freshman

Major: Psychology

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Why did you choose New College?

I chose New College because of the psychology program.

What are your plans after graduation?

I hope to be a counselor for individuals coming out of prison. 

December 2011

Shantel Sanchez-Correa

Year: Freshman

Major: Life Sciences

Hometown: Pueblo, CO

Why did you choose New College?

I chose New College because of the Life Sciences program.

What are your plans after graduation?

I plan to attend dental school and eventually start my practice and my own business in California.

What is one piece of advice that you would like to give to students entering ASU?

Take college seriously! Do ask questions and be sure to manage your time. 

Shea Anna Wall

Year: Freshman

Major: Applied Computing

Hometown: El Mirage, AZ

Why did you choose New College?

I felt like this was an excellent opportunity for me, New College has a lot of caring professors and they always seem to be there when I need them most.

Are you involved in any clubs or organizations at ASU?

I am likely to get involved with the Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity. They seem like great people.

November 2011

Matt Burch

Year: Freshman

Major: Life Sciences

Hometown: Glendale, AZ

Why did you choose New College?

I knew that my life's calling was in science, and New College had exactly what I was looking for.

What are your plans after graduation?

Get another degree! My life ambition is to become a pharmacist.

Are you involved in any clubs at ASU?

I just joined AMSA (The American medical student association)

Heather Dow

Year: Freshman

Major: Psychology

Hometown: San Pedro, CA

Why did you choose New College?

New College has a great psychology program (my major) and the WUE scholarship made it possible for me to come to Arizona State, my dream school!

What are your plans after graduation?

I plan on going for my Masters degree, then opening my own practice in family counseling.

What would you do if you won the lottery?

I would start my own mechanic shop and pay off debts.

October 2011

Malachi Williams

Year: Freshman

Major: Psychology

Hometown: Edwards AFB, CA

Why did you choose New College?

I chose new college because they have a great psychology program and because of their idea of 'New'.

What are your plans after graduation?

 I plan to become an officer in the security forces in the Air Force.

What is one piece of advice that you would like to give to students entering ASU?

Put your old habits away and evolve into who you would like to be.

Perla Solorzano

Year: Senior

Major: Social and Behavioral sciences, Women and Gender Studies

hometown: Phoenix, AZ

Why did you choose New College?

I chose new college because they offer the SBS degree and it fit my needs more than just a regular sociology or psychology degree.

Who has been your favorite professor at ASU West?

Dr. Fahs in the women's studies department because she's very passionate about teaching and trying to make a difference in her students lives.

A fun fact about Perla

I don't like even numbers because they feel hot to me.

September 2011

Joseph Ojeda

Year: Junior

Major: Life Sciences

Hometown: San Dimas, CA

Why did you choose New College?

I chose New College for the life sciences (pre-med) major.

What would you do if you won the lottery?

I would buy a house and invest... and pay off student loans.

Who has been your favorite professor at ASU?

Dr Karla Murphy is one of the great English professors on campus.

Eric Davis

Year: Sophomore

Major: Psychology

Hometown: Peoria, AZ

Why did you choose New College?

I chose new college because the psychology program seemed like the best fit for me.

A Fun Fact about Eric:

I graduated number six from my high school class and I am the first in my entire family to go to a university.

 What is one piece of advice you would give students entering ASU?

Stay focused on your school work and don't over do yourself.

August 2011

Shannon Cayer

Year: Sophomore

Major: Psychology

Hometown: Derry, NH

Why did you choose New College?

Because of the psychology program.

What are your plans after graduation?

To get my PhD and work with the mentally ill.

Are you involved in any clubs or organizations at ASU?

I am a peer mentor and will hopefully be in Psi Chi soon!

Kawika Nunenkamp

Year: Freshman

Major: Political Science

Hometown: Sacramento, CA

Why did you choose New College?

I am a part of the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) program and because my major is political science.

What are your plans after you complete your degree?

I plan to go to law school and serve in the armed forces.

What is one piece of advice that you would like to give students entering ASU?

Get involved with your school, organizations, and clubs because the networking in college is amazing.