Marit Sonnesyn '16

Marit Sonnesyn

Name: Marit Sonnesyn                                               

Graduating Class: 2016

Major: Biology, Poli Sci Minor

Your Story: 

 I graduated from Wayzata High School in 2012 and decided to attend Gustavus because I wanted to receive a well-rounded education from a liberal arts school while having the opportunity to particpate in varsity athletics. A career in health care was always an interest in the back of my mind, but I tried to take advantage of being able to explore many different avenues while I was at Gustavus. A research paper for a political science course on the politics of health care and poverty was what confirmed my desire to become a PA. 

 

Top Five Activities/Experiences: (in no particular order)

  1. Camp counselor at an outdoor adventure camp for underprivileged youth
  2. Being a student-athlete
  3. Research experience (outside of Nobel/hard sciences)
  4. Working/volunteering at a nursing home
  5. Nobel Conference 

 

Advice:

  1. Gain a variety job experiences within healthcare- CNA, scribe, job shadow, etc. 
  2. Take a variety of courses at Gustavus- you may find an unexpected area of interest
  3. Take advantage of the resources at Gustavus before you graduate!!!

 

Future Plans:  I have chosen to defer a year at St. Kate's. I will start PA school there in 2017.

                                                                                                                                                                              Updated: 5/18/2016 HB