HPU’s largest cohort of 1,470 new students represents a wide variety of academic achievement, service, backgrounds, cultures and geographic locations. Below is a snapshot of a student who is looking forward to developing a competitive skill set that will prepare her for the careers of tomorrow, not today.
Name: Halie Turigliatti
High school attended: Santa Fe Christian High School in Solana Beach, Calif.
Accomplishments: Turigliatti is a member of the National Society of High School Scholars. She also served as the National Honors Society Secretary, and is an AP Scholar and a California Scholarship Federation Gold Seal Bearer. In high school, Turigliatti competed with the Varsity Speech and Debate team and was her school’s volleyball captain.
Major: Strategic Communication
Why you chose HPU: “As soon as I walked on campus I immediately felt at home. When learned about the academics and technology available to students, I knew I would be prepared for our ever-changing job market.”
What you’re looking forward to at HPU: “I am looking forward to being able to meet all new people and to challenge myself with the interesting courses offered at HPU.”