With another successful commencement behind us, recent High Point University graduates are preparing to commence prestigious career paths around the world at Fortune 500 companies, international service programs, public school systems, top-tier law, medical and graduate school programs, and many other esteemed organizations thanks to their journey at HPU. Here’s a glimpse of one extraordinary senior from the Class of 2015:
Name: Matthew Burns
Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio
Major: Burns graduated with a B.S.B.A. in Business Administration, with a minor in Sport Management, on May 9.
Post-graduation plans: Burns will attend law school at Howard University School of Law to pursue his goal of being an attorney and leader that fights for social justice.
How HPU helped you get there: “High Point University has been monumental in providing me with the skills and knowledge that I need in order to be successful after graduation. From the liberal arts education to the multiple opportunities that I have been fortunate enough to have outside the classroom, HPU has been an integral part in my growth over the past four years.
The Career and Internship Services office has been extremely helpful to me during my time at High Point University. Over the past four years the office has given me valuable advice on networking, reviewed multiple cover letters and resumes, and prepared me for the interviews that I’ve had while at HPU. ”
Advice for underclassmen: “Build meaningful relationships with professors and peers, find what you’re passionate about, and then pursue that passion.”