Ultimately, the most useful skill one can obtain from LVC is the ability to work with others while also developing one’s own ability to think critically and add something to a small team environment.

Unlike other actuarial programs, LVC's program has a strong emphasis on communicating our solutions- both written in our homework as well as verbally in class. As a result, I'm able to solve complex problems and communicate my reasoning and solutions clearly to colleagues even if they're not actuaries.

I chose LVC because of the personal touch they place on higher education. It was clear to me when I visited that I was going to be supported not only in the classroom, but also on a more individual level. All of my professors at LVC made an effort to assist me in any way they could, and those relationships are one of the things I valued when making my decision.

One of my most memorable experiences was studying abroad through LVC’s program in Montpellier, France, where I spent three months living with a host family, attending a French university, and traveling.

I was able to combine classwork alongside valuable internships that help me develop the experience, skill sets, and balance needed for the next level of my education.

The liberal arts curriculum teaches you to think critically by utilizing theories and skills from a variety of core competencies and then immerses you in your field. LVC provides you with ample writing and articulation practice. Each course was designed to teach you to think critically and then express your ideas to an audience.

I chose LVC because I wanted to attend a college where I felt welcomed and valued as a student, and LVC did just that. In addition, the actuarial program at LVC had a strong reputation and great job placement. While taking advantage of the opportunities that were presented, I was fortunate enough to form many friendships and relationships with both students and faculty.

A major reason I chose LVC was that it was the only school at the time that offered a digital communications program. I wanted something super specific because I did not want to choose between communications and computer science. I wanted a mix of both.

A lot of the initial classes that I took during the first year of medical school consisted of basic science courses like biochemistry, medical genetics, and histology. Thanks to LVC, those classes were not as challenging for me as it was for some of my classmates who did not receive the same undergraduate preparation.

My music history, music business, and theater coursework gave me lots of background about the history of the entertainment industry, which is also incredibly helpful.