In Their Shoes: Amit Patel
We can all search a school, but how do you know what it’s REALLY like to attend? Admittedly’s In Their Shoes looks at the ins and outs of some of the top universities in the country, from the people who know it best — the students.
Amit is a first year Pharmacy school student at the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL. He is originally from Ocala, FL and attended West Port High School.
Let’s get to know Amit:
What’s on your playlist? Right now I’m listening to Black Keys, Childish Gambino, Langhorne Slim and Cake just to name a few.
What’s a book that inspired you? The autobiography of Mahatma Gandhi.
Morning person or night owl? Morning person and proud of it!
What’s your favorite way to take study break? Listening to music, going for a walk, and hanging out with friends.
Favorite late night snack? Oreos.
What are your favorite app/gadget/tools? I love using 8track to listen to music.
I really love my… Google calendar.
Favorite travel destination? London.
Did you have a class that changed the way you think? Why? In high school, I was dual enrolling in a Mass Communication class at my local college. It was one of those 5,000 word semester classes. Since I was not the greatest writer, this class was a huge obstacle for me at the time. Even though the papers were dreadful and annoying, I learned a lot through the class discussions. This class taught me to be involved and invested in my thoughts and ideas, but more importantly to vocalize them. You can have the greatest idea in the world, but if it is never heard or acted on it will remain an idea, which is nothing.
What one piece of advice would you give high school students, or yourself in high school? High school for me was a time where I was academically driven to make the best possible grades. Do not obsess over your grades. Yes grades are important but it is not the only thing that matters. Branch out, get involved early and enjoy your time in high school, because college is not going anywhere. And if you do not get in the university or college of your choice it is not the end of world!
Top 5 Things You WON’T Read In the Brochure About the University of Florida:
1. Our school has opportunities for students to work with pioneers in the their respective field for research which is an excellent way to gain experience and knowledge.
2. Some of the best mom and pop places to eat are in Gainesville, so it makes gaining the freshman 15 difficult to avoid.
3. The Gator Nation is seen throughout the whole city of Gainesville and home games are the best!!!!
4. The student body at the University of Florida are so friendly and it’s really easy to meet new people and make new friends.
5. Once you finally find your niche at UF, the feeling is indescribable! Try new things because you’ll never know what you can discover about yourself.
