Hollins is known for its excellent English and creative writing department, but the economics and business department is also amazing. Not only are you learning a lot about business and global commerce, but you receive one-on-one attention with professors to give you a deeper understanding of the subjects. I leave classes feeling like I’ve learned something I can actually apply to my life.

My sophomore year, I was the resident assistant for Tinker, one of the first-year dorms. I have also served as secretary of the Black Student Alliance; parliamentarian in the student senate; executive director of the College Republicans; photo editor of the Spinster [yearbook]; an admissions ambassador; and historian of the French Club. Next spring I plan to go to London, where I will also have an internship.

After graduation, Shannan plans to get a job in finance or advertising at the corporate level with a company in Washington, D.C., or New York City. Eventually she wants to open her own business.

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