I attended Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy. IMSA’s a boarding school, at first it was a little tough living on my own as a 15-year-old while typically high schoolers didn’t have to experience that until college. But living just a few feet away from my closest friends and having us all focused on the same goals made it a lot easier with this early “adult” move. With that said, the transition from there to UIC was honestly pretty easy because I was used to taking tough classes while also having to motivate myself to study and do well. Homesickness was never really a factor because I’ve learned how to live on my own. One thing that was different was the level of freedom. The degree of responsibility of going out has been tested since arriving to UIC.
I really like UIC actually, a lot more than I would have expected. I didn’t really choose the school, I chose the scholarship and GPPA program so basically UIC just came with it. However, I don’t think UIC gets enough credit for what it offers. It’s a great research institution and has so many more opportunities than its given credit for.
Basics:
Year: Freshman
Height: 5’10”
Hometown: Arlington Heights, IL
Birthday: May 21, 1997
Heritage: African American/Jewish
Major: Biological Sciences
UIC Life:
Local or Commuter:
Local
What are you involved with on campus?
Peer Health Exchange, Honors College Advisory Board, Society of Future Physicians, and Intramural Volleyball
What are your plans for this year?
I want to keep up my grades and also do the EMT course over the summer. Joining a frat and keeping up a good gym schedule is something I want to accomplish. Most of all, I want to meet new people outside of my normal friend group.
What are your plans after graduation?
Go to medical school and ultimately become a gastroenterologist
Fun Facts:
Three Words to Describe Yourself?
Adventurous, Loyal, Ambitious
Interesting Fact?
Not “Zoey 101” style but I lived away at boarding school during high school.
Current Go To Song?
“Like I’m Gonna Lose You” Meghan Trainer, John Legend
Something that you would change about yourself?
I want more confidence to talk to people that are outside my friend group.
Favorite childhood memory?
I took a trip to Japan in 7th grade as part of a cultural exchange program. I visited a temple coated completely in gold.
One piece of advice you would tell high school Max?
Yes, academics are important but it’s important to remember that high school only comes around once in life, so slow down and enjoy it.
Biggest Pet-Peeve?
When I’m with other people waiting for an interview and they constantly brag about themselves. Wearing a piece of clothing twice without washing it. Jeans can be worn twice but no more before washing them.
Love Life:
Interested in:
Women
Relationship Status:
Single
Celebrity Crush:
Jhene Aiko
Currently Campus Crushing?
Nope not currently
Favorite Pick-Up Line?
My friends and I were about to leave but I’d feel horrible if I left and didn’t tell you how beautiful you look.
Ideal First Date?
Everyone always says long walks on the beach but I feel like that’s so boring. So instead dinner at the Signature Room of the Hancock Building, then helicopter ride around the city, and finally a drive through the country side in a Carroll Shelby Cobra (my dream car).