By REBECCA WAGNER, Student Reporter
Northwestern students have a variety of options to choose from when selecting a major.
The Northwestern News asked some students what their future plans are and why they think their major is important.
Health and sports science education major Jean Dodds said she is looking forward to student teaching.
“I like observing classrooms because it gives me an idea as to how it will be like when I am a teacher,” Dodds said.
Dodds said she thinks her major is important because she’s influencing the lives of children and impacting their education.
Cortnie Dennis, an agriculture education major, said she is passionate about her field.
“People need to know the importance of agriculture,” Dennis said. “I definitely know the [FFA] chapter I was a part of changed my life, so the idea of it being more than agriculture is important. Agriculture teaches people skills and lets them reach out to new people.”
Dennis said she also is looking forward to teaching children.
“I want to make an impact on students,” Dennis said. “I feel joy in letting a student know how much they are worth, along with getting to advocate for agriculture at the same time is super cool.”
English literature major Angel Marshall said her major is important because it teaches both oral and written communication skills.
“I look forward to furthering my knowledge in graduate school,” Marshall said.
Savannah Francis, a political science major, said her major affects many people.
“It gives a greater understanding on how the government operates and how it benefits us as a society,” Francis said. “I am looking forward to going to the University of Oklahoma Law School after graduating this year.”
Psychology major Anderson Ramirez said he wants to help others.
“I’m looking forward to my degree, to help people with many of their problems,” Ramirez said. “Psychology is the study of the mind, so I would help with disorders. I want to help the world.”
Shamon “Shay” Martin, a special education major, said he wants to help children who struggle with reading comprehension.
“I want to be a role model for kids who are struggling or just be their support,” Martin said. “I want to be the best teacher for students who struggle with reading.”
Health and sports science education major Tramon Jackson said he wants to influence the lives of children as a coach.
“I want to be a coach so I can get kids off the streets in Oklahoma City,” Jackson said. “I want to help the kids have a successful life.”
“To show kids what to do and what not to do so they don’t mess up. I want the kids I influence to be successful.”
