Megan Morris: What experience at SDSU has changed your life the most?

SDSU College of Sciences


This Aztec is a Ph.D. student in the joint doctoral program in ecology.


Name: Megan MorrisMajor: Ph.D. student in the joint doctoral program in ecologyCampus affiliations: Graduate Student Association, Marine Ecology Biology Student Association, Delta Epsilon Iota Academic Honor Society 1. Why did you choose to attend San Diego State University?I’m currently a Ph.D. student, but I also attended SDSU for my undergraduate studies. When I was applying to college as a high school senior, I thought I wanted to become a nurse practitioner, so I targeted universities with nationally-ranked nursing programs. Of all the universities I was accepted to, I knew that SDSU was my top choice just by my reaction and excitement when I opened my acceptance letter.2. What inspired you to apply for the joint doctoral program in ecology?It’s so hard to pick one defining moment that motivated me to pursue a Ph.D. in ecology, but I think it resulted from the culmination of many experiences. From taking a wide array of classes and working as a research assistant in a few different labs during my undergraduate career, I discovered along the way that I had a passion for ecology.3. What is the best piece of advice you ever received?I’m such a perfectionist and strive for an unreasonable level of excellence in every aspect of my studies. From a young age, my mom has told me that sometimes getting an ‘A’ is not the most important accomplishment. What I think she was trying to convey is that sometimes, allocating time and energy into other experiences can be far more rewarding in the big picture. 4. Which SDSU faculty or staff member has been the most influential throughout your SDSU journey?My current advisor, Elizabeth Dinsdale, has been incredibly influential to my academic and research success at SDSU. During the ...

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