YIDONG
international economics '21 outstanding grad

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WHY WEBER STATE?

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I am an international student from China. I attended Shanghai Normal University in 2017, and then I enrolled in a Shanghai Normal University and Weber State University Cooperative Program. It's a 2+2 program. So I spent two years at SHNU and another two years at WSU.

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WHY INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS?

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Economics is a really interesting subject. I feel that learning economics can change my thought patterns, and also help me make more effective and rational career decisions in my future career.

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INCREDIBLE ACCESS

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The Goddard School has small class sizes. It enables students to receive more individualized attention from and interact more with professors. All professors care about you and are willing to help you succeed. The Goddard School also provides excellent career services. Brett Merrell often posts some amazing job opportunities.

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FACULTY IMPACT

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Every professor and staff member in the Goddard School I ever met is really nice. Dr. Li Li had a big impact on me. When I first arrived in Ogden, I was not very familiar with the environment there. She drove me the school and some surrounding places and often drove me stores to buy groceries. Her enthusiasm and encouragement supported me a lot.

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ADVICE

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Enjoy your time there, work hard, take advantage of the opportunities, and talk more to your professors and classmates.

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WHAT ARE YOUR CAREER ASPIRATIONS?

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I am graduating in April 2021. After graduation, I am going to pursue a master's degree.

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