Aiden Boone
Bachelor of Science in Earth and Environmental Science and a minor in GIS
“I am incredibly interested in GIS software, which is my current minor and goes hand in hand with my major.”
Hometown: Morgantown, WV
Hobbies: Fishing, Weightlifting, Backpacking, Camping
Scholarships and/or academic awards: WV Promise Scholarship, WV Scholarship of Distinction, Gary Barill Scholarship
One interesting fact about you: I am a direct descendant of Daniel Boone, the American pioneer and frontiersman.
Q&A with Aiden
- What are your favorite things about being in this major?
- I love the hands-on aspect of this major, and I greatly enjoy working with the students and professors that I have had the privilege to meet. The opportunity that this major provides to make an impact in environmental sustainability is incredibly appealing to me.
- What is the most interesting thing about your major?
- I am incredibly interested in GIS software, which is my current minor and goes hand in hand with my major.
- Why did you want to pursue this major?
- I wanted to help preserve the planet we live on and the natural beauty of the surrounding area that has had an intricate part of shaping me as a person
- How have your professors and/or staff helped you be successful?
- The staff have been incredibly accepting to me in this new major, encouraging me to explore new avenues and opportunities.
- What is your favorite place on campus?
- The Student Rec Center, I am a lifeguard there in my spare time.
- What is your most memorable moment?
- WVU Snow Day 2024
- What is your favorite class and why?
- My favorite class is geography because I get to study and make maps using technology.
- Why did you choose WVU?
- I chose WVU because both of my parents went here and I fell in love with the campus and sports teams.
- What advice would you give to an incoming student in the same major?
- Don't be afraid to reach out for help and ask questions! Professors are very helpful.
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