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Ben D.

Ambassador at Emory University

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Class of 2025

Hometown: Georgetown, TX

Major: Philosophy, Politics, Law

Secondary Major: Undecided


What is your favorite Emory tradition?

The high-stakes, high-energy Oxford Olympics has been by favorite tradition so far. After a week of introductory activities with our orientation groups at the very beginning of school, the entire first-year student body went head-to-head in an evening of serious (and some not so serious) athletic throw-downs. My group, Group 21, might have come up short, but the Ox Olympics still holds a place in my heart.

What has been your most impactful class?

My Discovery Seminar class, Politics of Religious Freedom with Dr. Pohl, opened my eyes to the how complex religious studies could be. We explored religion as it intersected with culture, which allowed me to view culture and history through a critical and thought-provoking lens. And it was lots of fun!

On a random day, you're most likely to find me….

in the Student Center, studying or trying to playing chess (and likely losing).

My favorite thing to do in Atlanta is...

catch some live music! Atlanta is a diverse cultural hub with a phenomenal live music scene. There’s really something for everyone.

I'm passionate about...

Philosophy Politics Mountain Biking Podcasts

I'm involved with...

Student Government Association Senator financial literacy Student Admissions Association Oxford Research Scholar Chess Club Ballroom Dance Club Badminton Club
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