Get to Know Maiahn Tran
Why did you choose to attend UM?
Learning more about UM, I loved how well-rounded this campus was. I saw how much this university valued rigorous academia as well as extracurriculars. There are so many great programs, clubs, and opportunities UM embodies for its students.
What are some dream travel destinations?
My number one dream destination is Japan!
When and how did you choose your major?
Apart from school, how do you spend your time in Oxford?
On most weekends, I love volunteering at clinics or with the community or going on road trips with my friends. One of my favorite places to go in Oxford is Mi & Tea for boba!
What has been one of your most memorable or enjoyable moments at UM?
I'd have to say tailgating on the Grove before the LSU vs UM football game. Going out with my friends, eating all the food, and trying to avoid the downpour of rain has been my highlight at UM.
Can you tell me about a professor or a class you’ve taken that has had the most impact on you?
Dr. Qiu is truly an outstanding professor. He wants his students to succeed in every aspect and will stop the lecture if anyone has questions. Dr. Qiu is one of the only professors, that I know of, that will go out of his way to teach his students. If you need something to be explained in a very clear and concise way, Dr. Qiu can do it. He is my role model in the Biology Department.
What would you tell a high school student about your major?
Biology is a great field if you have a passion for science and learning something creative and new every day. Science ranges from human anatomy to ecology and everything in between. Pursuing a major in this field will introduce you to in-depth concepts, experiments, and paying attention to small details. This field of study welcomes all and is incredibly rewarding.
What is one thing you wish you knew as an incoming freshman that you’d tell your past self?
Be active, get more involved, and learn from others.
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