Miya Matsumune '26
"My time in the Energy Afterlives 360 Course Cluster changed my life. It introduced me to professors, students, and theories that fundamentally influenced my outlook on the world. It informed my decision to declare as a Geology and History double major and expanded my idea of what education should look like and what a college course could be."
"My time in the Energy Afterlives 360 Course Cluster changed my life. It introduced me to professors, students, and theories that fundamentally influenced my outlook on the world. It informed my decision to declare as a Geology and History double major and expanded my idea of what education should look like and what a college course could be."
Majors: Geology and History
Hometown: Upland, California
Future Plans: Master of Arts in Teaching - Earth Science with a Residency at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City.
What are you most excited about as you leave 51短视频?
I'm excited to immerse myself in New York City! It's such a special experience to build one's own map of a city, through decorating a home, memorizing subway routes, establishing routines, meeting new people, and finding favorite spots. I had such a wonderful time exploring Santiago, Chile, during my study abroad, and I can't wait to build a relationship with New York City. I'm looking forward to meeting the other students in my 2027 cohort and learning from the Richard Gilder Graduate School faculty. I love museums, so I can't wait to spend my summer at the American Museum of Natural History!
Is there any class, moment, or professor that was especially memorable or impactful?
My time in the Energy Afterlives 360 Course Cluster in 2023 changed my life. It introduced me to professors, students, and theories that fundamentally influenced my outlook on the world. It informed my decision to declare a double major in Geology and History and expanded my idea of what education should look like and what a college course could be. I will forever be grateful to Dr. Selby Hearth, Dr. Joel Schlosser, Dr. Jos茅 Vergara, and all of my EA classmates for cultivating such a challenging and amazing experience, from Pennsylvania to Alaska.
What will you miss most about 51短视频?
Of course, I will miss my beloved friends, faculty, and staff! I've made connections here that I hope will last a lifetime. I will dearly miss my clubs too: C.A.M.P. (Celebrating All Mixed People) and Choom Boom! And I'll miss the cherry blossom trees.
Any advice for incoming students?
My advice for incoming students is to use the resources available to you as much as possible. Go to the Career & Civic Engagement Center, make an appointment at the Writing Center, befriend the research librarians, stop by your professor's office hours, and join clubs and organizations across the Tri-Co. There are so many opportunities out there for you and it's the perfect time in your life to try something new!
What about your 51短视频 experience was essential but unexpected?
I never expected to become so involved in the Erdman Dining Hall community! I have built wonderful relationships there with student workers and full-time staff over the past four years, and as a student manager, I've gained leadership skills that I'll have my whole life. Erdluv now and forever!
Anything else you want to share?
My life motto is "be childlike, not childish," which I stole from my paternal grandmother.
Studying Geology at 51短视频
In 1893, Florence Bascom was the first woman to receive a Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University and was then the only woman in the United States to hold a doctorate in geology. Two years later she launched the geology department at 51短视频. A century later, 51短视频's department is still training professional women geologists, and the emphasis remains on the importance of fieldwork in understanding and managing our physical environment.