Undergraduate

Annabelle Goff

Get to Know Annabelle

Why did you choose Ole Miss?

I chose University of Mississippi for a multitude of reasons, but the people stood out the most. This university has a rare ability to make you feel like you belong, no matter how far you are from home. As an out-of-state student, coming to a new place naturally brings some uncertainty and unsettling emotions. However, the strong sense of community at Ole Miss made that transition much easier. Knowing that I could rely on the support and welcoming nature of the people here ultimately gave me the confidence to branch out and choose this university.

I chose University of Mississippi for a multitude of reasons, but the people stood out the most. This university has a rare ability to make you feel like you belong, no matter how far you are from home. As an out-of-state student, coming to a new place naturally brings some uncertainty and unsettling emotions. However, the strong sense of community at Ole Miss made that transition much easier. Knowing that I could rely on the support and welcoming nature of the people here ultimately gave me the confidence to branch out and choose this university.

Why did you choose Entrepreneurship as your major?

I chose my major because it aligns with how I naturally think about ideas, opportunities, and creating something that has a real impact. Entrepreneurship is not just about building a company from the ground up; it is about encouraging innovation, creativity, and leadership which are qualities I want to continue developing. Additionally, this major is designed to teach students essential business skills such as business planning, marketing, finance, and supply chain management. These areas of study provide the knowledge and tools needed to turn ideas into successful ventures and prepare students for a variety of career paths.

I chose my major because it aligns with how I naturally think about ideas, opportunities, and creating something that has a real impact. Entrepreneurship is not just about building a company from the ground up; it is about encouraging innovation, creativity, and leadership which are qualities I want to continue developing. Additionally, this major is designed to teach students essential business skills such as business planning, marketing, finance, and supply chain management. These areas of study provide the knowledge and tools needed to turn ideas into successful ventures and prepare students for a variety of career paths.

Describe your most recent or current internship, what you learned, and your responsibilities.

During my internship, I utilized AI tools and conducted prompt engineering to generate imagery, complete with accessible ALT text and descriptive annotations tailored to furniture styles and settings, to enhance web engagement. My background includes direct communication with vendors and manufacturers, marketing communications, as well as hands-on experience in database reconciliation using advanced digital platforms. Additionally, I have developed proficiency in JavaScript and website inspection coding to support data analysis efforts. This past summer, I am navigated a platform called AVADA to provide direct code to developing websites for corporate firms. I am learned a strong skill set in using HubSpot, Microsoft, Google, Smartsheet, and Adobe Creative Suite to drive impactful marketing initiatives.
During my internship, I utilized AI tools and conducted prompt engineering to generate imagery, complete with accessible ALT text and descriptive annotations tailored to furniture styles and settings, to enhance web engagement. My background includes direct communication with vendors and manufacturers, marketing communications, as well as hands-on experience in database reconciliation using advanced digital platforms. Additionally, I have developed proficiency in JavaScript and website inspection coding to support data analysis efforts. This past summer, I am navigated a platform called AVADA to provide direct code to developing websites for corporate firms. I am learned a strong skill set in using HubSpot, Microsoft, Google, Smartsheet, and Adobe Creative Suite to drive impactful marketing initiatives.

What faculty or staff member has made a significant impact on your college experience and why?

While there are multiple faculty and staff members who have impacted my college journey, Larry Goehrig has influenced me far beyond simply being my professor. Larry has the ability to make every interaction in class welcoming, engaging, and genuinely enjoyable. He shares advice from his own life experiences that is not only funny, but also authentic and meaningful. Through his teaching and encouragement, Larry inspires each of us to be confident in ourselves and to take risks, reminding us that growth often comes from stepping outside of our comfort zones.

While there are multiple faculty and staff members who have impacted my college journey, Larry Goehrig has influenced me far beyond simply being my professor. Larry has the ability to make every interaction in class welcoming, engaging, and genuinely enjoyable. He shares advice from his own life experiences that is not only funny, but also authentic and meaningful. Through his teaching and encouragement, Larry inspires each of us to be confident in ourselves and to take risks, reminding us that growth often comes from stepping outside of our comfort zones.

What are your hobbies/interests?

My hobbies and interests include working out such as lifting or hiking, playing sports, traveling, networking/meeting new people and being around my friends and family.

My hobbies and interests include working out such as lifting or hiking, playing sports, traveling, networking/meeting new people and being around my friends and family.

What are your plans post grad?

My plans as of now consist of moving back to Austin or potentially moving to Dallas, Texas. I am still in the interview and job seeking process which is very exciting.

My plans as of now consist of moving back to Austin or potentially moving to Dallas, Texas. I am still in the interview and job seeking process which is very exciting.