A Change in Majors Set this senior ahead
Name: Clara Shoopman
Hometown: Henderson, NV
Major & concentration: Agricultural Economics with a concentration in Data Analysis; Classical Studies minor
Why did you come to Purdue: I came to Purdue for the great agricultural program.
Favorite Purdue tradition: Ice cream after an exam
Top three influences at Purdue:
- Dr. Maria Marshall (research mentor)
- Dr. Chad Fiechter (first AGEC professor)
- Dr. Ken Foster (great teacher)
Favorite club/organization: Purdue Student Government Supreme Court
Favorite Purdue event: College of Agriculture Spring Fest
Favorite place to study: Vet Med Library
Favorite thing about CoA: Because many professors have an agricultural background as well as expertise in research, they are uniquely accessible to students and enthusiastic about their subjects.
Favorite class: Agricultural Prices
Favorite professor: Dr. Ken Foster
Class you are excited to take your senior year: CLCS 381: Julius Caesar: Statesman, Soldier, Citizen
Three biggest accomplishments at Purdue:
- Achieved Dean’s List every semester since freshman year
- Graduating a semester early despite changing majors
- Becoming a Justice in the Purdue Student Court
Something about you that is not listed on your resume: I have visited nine countries.
Future plans: Graduate school and a career in research
Advice for underclassmen: Changing majors is easier than sticking with something you don’t like.
The biggest takeaway from Purdue: The world runs on agriculture.