Name: Nicole Jones
Current BGA Position: Corresponding/Recording Secretary
Hometown: Longview,Texas
Undergraduate Institution, Degree, Major: Alcorn State University, B.A. in Business Administration
Graduate Degree & Major: M.S. in Agriculture Economics
Hobbies: spending time with loved ones and friends, running, social-networking, and shopping
How long have you been a member of the BGA? 1 year
How has the BGA been instrumental in your graduate career? I found that the BGA has given me greater opportunities for networking as well as being a community builder for those that are in need.
What three words (or phrases) would you use to describe the BGA? Enriching, Focused, and Thriving
How did you find out about the BGA? HBI program
How has BGA grown since last year? Greater focus on academic and community service initiatives.
What is your lifelong dream? To attain a Ph.D and work for NGO and/or a foreign ministry in another country dealing with social-economic policies.
Who were the most influential people in your life? My dad! He has always told me to reach for something beyond my expectations - something that I take heed to each and every day!
How would you describe yourself in 3 words? Charismatic, Determined, Humble
Where
do you see yourself in 10 years? Achieving my lifelong dreams!
What is one thing in life you must have? My family
Why did you
decide to come to Purdue and what do you like most about the University
thus far? Looking for a completely new academic outlook - which Purdue has given me! What I like most about the University is the diversity - something I think is instrumental to the work field.
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