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Stephen Nganga, from Worcester, MA<\/span>, is a senior majoring in Business Administration with a minor in Computer Science. Stephen is a member of the Intercultural Student Alliance, Accounting Club, Senior Class Committee, and the Honors Program.<\/p>\n

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Stephen Nganga<\/p><\/div>\n

How did you get involved in campus life? What advice\u00a0<\/b>would you give to students who haven\u2019t yet found their place on campus?
\n<\/strong><\/em>I got involved in campus life by joining clubs. At first, I didn\u2019t have a strong sense of belonging or a \u201cplace,\u201d but some of my friends were already involved in campus life, and they encouraged me to join as well. From there, I became more involved, started participating more actively, and eventually even took on leadership roles within some of the organizations.<\/span><\/p>\n

My advice to people who haven\u2019t found their \u201cpeople\/place\u201d is to put yourself out there. Join a club, try something new, and get engaged, even if you are shy like I was. Speaking from experience, you will find your space. All the people in the many organizations at WSU are all welcoming and willing to help you come out of your shell so you can become the best version of yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n

How do you think you’ve changed as a leader throughout your time at WSU, and what aspects of your experience most influenced this change?
\n<\/em>I have changed as a leader throughout my time at WSU by growing from a shy, reserved person into someone more outspoken and confident. Through joining different organizations and connecting with new people, I\u2019ve been able to step out of my shell and build the confidence to be able to speak up and lead. Also, being involved in not just one but multiple organizations has expanded my network and connections, and I feel like this exposure played a major role in shaping my growth as a leader. <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

What is the biggest lesson you have learned when it comes to leadership?
\n<\/em><\/strong>The biggest lesson I\u2019ve learned about leadership is that growth comes from making mistakes and learning from them, and it\u2019s important to not be too hard on yourself.<\/p>\n

What would you say has been your best experience here at WSU?
\n<\/strong><\/em>The best part of my experience at WSU has been the people that I have met and the connections I have made. I\u2019ve built lifelong friendships that I will always truly value.<\/p>\n

What advice would you give to students who are just beginning to explore the type of leader, or the type of person, they hope to become?
\n<\/strong><\/em>Be open to making as many meaningful connections as you can. Peers and mentors can provide guidance, support your growth, and open doors to opportunities you might\u2019ve imagined, helping shape the kind of leader you become.<\/p>\n

What are your current plans for the next few years?
\n<\/strong><\/em>My plans for the next few years include continuing my education to earn a master’s degree in accounting. After completing my graduate studies, I plan to take the CPA exam and begin my career working as a Certified Public Accountant.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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