This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Hampton U chapter.
Name: Charis ConardMajor: BiologyHometown: Long Beach, California
1. what made you choose Hampton U?
– My family encouraged me to attend an HBCU and when I went to Hampton’s high school day during my senior year, I fell in love with the school. I loved the environment and I was very fascinated with their biology program.
2. what do you plan to do with your major?
– After I graduate and receive my Bachelors Degree in Science, I plan to attend a graduate school to study veterinary medicine and earn my DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine).
3. what is something people wouldn’t immediately know about you?– I actually love to sing and I used to be in choir during high school, but I never got the courage to start singing in public again.
4. what is something you do for fun?
– I love hanging with my girls. Whether its eating, singing, dancing, exercising, going out, I always have a good time with them.
5. what’s your favorite thing in your closet right now?– Now that it is spring, I love wearing my T-shirt dress. Its a quick outfit to put on and easy to accessorize with.
6. what are you most looking forward to about the summer?– I’m looking forward to being productive and enjoying the weather.
7. single, crushing, or taken??
– I’m as single as a dollar bill lol
8. what’s your number 1 pet peeve that guys do?– I can’t stand when a guy is dishonest with me.
9. what would a guy have to do to get your attention?– Well first, he would have to approach me and once we start having a conversation, he has to make eye contact and pay attention to what I have to say. I appreciate someone who is a great listener. A great smile also catches my eye :)
10. what’s one song that you listen to at least twice a day?– A couple of weeks ago one of my friends put me on to Torey Lanez’s- Juvenile Freestyle and I have been listening to it ever since.
11. where do you see yourself in 6 years?
– I see myself working at a veterinary clinic where I will be referred to as Dr. Conard.