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Jacqueline Granado

Jacqueline Granado

Political Science

Hometown: Americus, Georgia

Major: Junior Political Science major

Anticipated graduation date: May 2022

Why did you choose to attend GSW?
I decided to attend GSW because of the affordable tuition and great programs. I'm more than just a number here!

University involvement, achievements, awards:

  • Founder and Current President of Latinos United
  • Psychology & Sociology Club (Secretary)
  • Member of the International Student Association
  • Storm Spotter
  • Student Government Association Senator
  • National Society of Leadership & Success
  • Clerk at the campus post office

Who is your favorite professor or staff member and why?
She unfortunately left our campus recently, but my favorite professor was MC Whitlock. She made me realize what my true passion is in life. She had amazing methods of teaching our classes and connecting with us. She truly was an amazing professor.

What is your plan after graduation?
I plan on attending graduate school to pursue my master's in human rights and social justice with the hopes of working for the United Nations one day.

Why did you choose your major?
I wanted to be an advocate for my community and show others that it only takes one person to create a change.

What advice do you have for incoming students?
My biggest advice for incoming students is to take time to meet with your professors. They care about you and want you to succeed. They can only help you when you show an interest in learning the material.

What is your favorite class and why?
My favorite class so far has been Human Sexuality. It gave me different perspectives on how we live our everyday lives. It also cleared up so many things that I thought only had one solution.

What is your favorite series to binge-watch? Why?
My favorite series to watch has to be Grey’s Anatomy. It is such an addictive show and you can never predict what happens next. That's my kind of show!