Damaris D.

Year: Junior
Major: Marketing
Hometown: Manhattan, NY

Have you participated in any internships or overseas study programs?  If yes, where and when?
This past summer I interned for an upcoming designer named Timo Weiland in New York City. I was a great experience because I was able to see all aspects of the Fashion world. 
 
How has your internship or study abroad experience enhanced your education?
Interning at Timo Weiland help me relate my in class material to the working world and gave me tools that have enhanced my ability to learn, and communicate with others in a work environment. 
 
What activities are you involved with at Oswego?
I'm currently Admission's Campus Visit Coordinator. I'm also involved with Student Association Programming Board as their Lectures Coordinator and a Teacher's Assistant at the Business School. 
 
Why did you choose Oswego?
The reason why I chose SUNY Oswego is because of its school spirit and welcoming atmosphere. As soon as you get on campus you notice the cheerful and upbeat students and professors who are always willing to assist a student. Going to a hockey game and seeing all the students with green and yellow faces or an Oswego shirt showed me that the students had a positive spirit that I wanted to be a part of. 
 
What is the best thing about your major?
The Phenomenal professors and advisor in the Business Department are the best part of my major. They are always there for whatever I need whether its motivation, support or guidance on career choices or course selection. 
 
Generally speaking, what impact has the Oswego faculty had on you?
Oswego faculty is beyond supportive! They are always there for me, open and willing to give me advice on anything I need.  
 
Who's your favorite professor and why?
Larry Maher of the Business Department. He gives all his students a chance to run with their imagination. Giving them no limits on what they can make possible in the business world. He also shares a lot of his personal experience in the corporate world to help students relate to the material in a more comprehensible manner. 
 
What's the best thing about SUNY Oswego?
The best thing about SUNY Oswego is all the career opportunity it has to offer. The Compass really helps students build hands on experience that they need for the working world. 
 
Comment on how your Oswego experience has helped prepare you for a career.
Working in the Office of Admissions has really made me grow as a student here at Oswego. I have become more independent, responsible, and personable and organized everything I need to be successful in the working world.
 
What opportunities has Oswego given you that you never had before?
Oswego has given me the opportunity to get involve with over 170 different clubs and organizations. Coming from a high school where there were only 20 clubs for students to take part in this was a big deal!