Business major finds perfect fit at Waynesburg
Not only has Waynesburg University been a home for Julie Collins to explore academics and learn in the classroom, but it has also been one of the significant building blocks in the foundation of her faith.
Originally from West Newton, Pennsylvania, Collins made the decision to come to Waynesburg University to study mathematics upon graduating from Yough High School. Collins will be graduating with a major in mathematics and minors in both accounting and finance.
Upon graduating from Waynesburg, Collins will be moving to Washington D.C. for a position as an intern with the United States Census Bureau over the summer.
“With my major, I wanted to be able to do something with analyzing or statistics,” said Collins. “As an intern with the U.S Census Bureau, I will be a statistician.”
Richard Leipold, chair of the department of Mathematics and Computer Science believes this internship is a great fit for Collins.
“Julie is very good at all kinds of math, but especially at statistics. That’s what the Census Bureau is all about,” said Leipold. “She also knows how to ask the right questions about mathematical analyses, so she should do very well.”
During her time at Waynesburg, Collins has been a member of the choir all four years, participated in softball her sophomore year and has been a member of Colleges Against Cancer and a Relay for Life captain for the past two years.
Leipold describes Collins as a “very personable, excellent and careful student with a great personality.”
Leipold also said she will finish with the highest grade point average in the mathematics department and will receive a prize for this accomplishment.
Collins also enjoyed many great times while at Waynesburg.
“My favorite memories definitely involve choir and getting to tour with them,” said Collins. “It has been an awesome experience in shaping my faith and what I want it to be.”
Collins believes strongly that Waynesburg University has prepared her for what is to come upon entering the work field after graduation.
“I think WU was a great foundation for my faith and what I want my faith to be in the workplace,” said Collins. “It’s made me more independent and self sufficient and I can honestly say that I feel prepared leaving Waynesburg.”