This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Ohio U chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.
Name: Leigh Ann Tumblin
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Year: Sophomore, Class of 2016
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Major/Minor: Chemical Engineering, Minor in Business
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Scholarship: Appalachian Cohort for Engineering (ACE) Scholarship
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What makes you this week’s celeb?
 “I was invited to join Tau Beta Pi, an honors society for all disciplines of engineering in the Russ College; it’s not associated with Greek life. Normally, it is awarded to the top 8% of juniors and top 8% of seniors, but as sophomore with junior credit I’m qualified.”
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When will you officially become a member of Tau Beta Pi?
“Officially, I will be inducted on November 13th.”
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What will you do as a member of this organization?
“We’ll present study sessions for underclassmen, Adopt Mound Street to clean up litter, and provide professional development and networking for all members.”
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Why did you choose Chemical Engineering?Â
“I’m a problem solver and I like science and I like math. It’s also a growing field without a lot of women. That’s not why I chose it, but it’s a fact.”
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Why did you choose Ohio U?
“How could you not? It’s beautiful and has a good engineering program. Ultimately, I fell in love with the campus.”
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Anything else you’d like to add?
“My favorite color is purple and I’ve been a vegetarian for 2 ½ years!”
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