Jacqueline Ava Melia

When selecting a university, I chose WVU because, having grown up in Morgantown, I have always admired how integrated into the city the campus was and loved seeing the college students and imagined being one. As I grew older, I became fascinated by WVU's research opportunities, particularly as an R1 institution, and its proximity to the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute. Therefore, when I settled on a double major in neuroscience and psychology, I could not wait to attend WVU.

What is your favorite Mountaineer memory?

My favorite Mountaineer memory was getting to know the other people in my dorm at NSO. Getting to learn the names of a few new people who I would certainly see in the future eased some anxiety over starting college, and made WVU feel more like home.

Why did you want to become a PSA?

I wanted to become a PSA because I have always struggled with public speaking and presentations. However, as someone hoping to pursue a research-focused career, being able to present findings and have professional conversations is key. Therefore, becoming a PSA offered an incredible opportunity to develop my professional skills while pushing the limits of my comfort zone.

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