Kera

Class of 2010
Hometown: Sitka, Alaska
Major: Accounting/Business Management
Minor: Music

Kera has come all the way from Alaska to pursue her dream to own her own business. At Evangel, experiences like being a part of the Student Senate and Students in Free Enterprise and going on overseas service and music trips are helping to prepare her to be all that and more.

 

Why did you choose to come to Evangel?

I decided that I could benefit both spiritually and emotionally from being in this type of a Christian environment.

Which residence hall do you live in?

W1N baby!

What do you like about being an Evangel student?

I like that if I'm having a bad day, friends and professors genuinely care. I also enjoy all of the opportunities for overseas trips.

Did you visit Evangel before becoming a student?

Yes, I visited my junior year back when EU:24 was still called "Crusader Days."

Did you receive financial aid?

Yes, scholarships.

Why did you choose your particular major(s)/minor(s)?

I was raised in a very musical family but didn't want to have to rely on that for my source of income. I've also always been involved the business arena and knew I would be successful there, so I'm getting a double major in accounting and business management and a minor in music.

As a business major, have you gotten involved with Students in Free Enterprise?

Yes, I have been able to travel with SIFE to South Africa and Jamaica on missions/business study trips.

What’s your favorite thing about Evangel?

I love my friends and I have some pretty rad professors too.

What other kinds of educational/service/leadership opportunities have you encountered?

I've been involved in a worship team and served as Senate Treasurer for the Evangel Student Government Association. Senate has been pretty cool because I get to meet and work with a bunch of people I wouldn't normally get to. Also, I like being involved in the kinds of things we do around campus like Homecoming, outdoor recreation additions, new things for the dorms, etc.

You also play the violin. How do you find time to keep up with music?

I don't really have the time, but I make time when I need it because music is so therapeutic.

Are you involved in any of the orchestras at Evangel?

Yes, this past year I was in both University Orchestra and Concert Orchestra. We actually just toured Europe this past May.

What are your goals after college?

I'm planning on getting my CPA license and Master’s in Finance. My dream job is to work for a major record label but after I get a little experience, I'm starting my own company.

What does it mean to you to pursue God’s calling?

Pursuing God for me is forever chasing the clarity and meaning of unity with Him. And through pursuing His calling, I’m finding my own passions and desires to weave into perfect harmony with His purpose for my life.

Why should a prospective student consider Evangel?

This is cliche but the people are great — never have I had friends who are such an incredible positive influence in my life.

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