HC: Introduce yourself! Name, major, hometown, etc.
Hi, I’m Riley Sawicki! I am currently a sophomore Strategic Communication major with a dual minor in Interactive Design for Media and Sports Communication. I am from Berkley, Michigan, about 15 minutes outside of Detroit.
HC: How did you decide on WVU?
I actually had my heart set on a different school until I toured WVU. My mom attended a football game here against my dream school at the time and texted me raving about the campus here in Morgantown. So I applied not knowing anything about the university or if they even had the program I was interested in and ended up getting accepted. Once I stood in Woodburn Circle for my tour, I knew I found my new dream school.
HC: What advice do you have for students considering switching majors?
If you haven’t found your “niche” yet, then definitely switch. You don’t want to be stuck studying something that your heart isn’t in. Believe it or not you have time to make these types of changes.
HC: How did you get involved in Her Campus?
I’ve been following Her Campus nationals on Instagram since I was a senior in high school. As soon as I found out WVU had their own chapter, I joined.
HC: What’s your favorite thing about Her Campus?
The opportunity this chapter provides! I am able to expand my portfolio one article at a time on topics I am interested and knowledgeable in. Also the occasional weekend trip for College Fashion Week in NYC or Boston.
HC: What else are you involved in at WVU?
I am a sister of Chi Omega, PRSSA and I also am a social media intern with our D1 and D2 Hockey teams.
HC: Anything else you’d like to add?
Take every opportunity that comes at you. There is no such thing as over networking or over involving yourself. Build that resume sis!