Luc grew up and went to a big high school in rural Virginia. With the help of engaged teachers, Luc developed a passion for science and art & photography.

As a high achieving student, they chose to attend Radford University Honors College as a First Gen student.

Luc joins our podcast to share their undergraduate honors college journey at Radford University, UG Research experiences,

Study Abroad, Honors Student Council,  and Advice for college-bound students.

In particular, we discuss the following with him:

• Radford University Honors College Experience
• Studying Science and Arts
• Impact of UG Research
• Advice to High Schoolers

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Introduction to Luc White, Radford HC [0:56]
• Hi Fives - Podcast Highlights [2:09]
• Overall Radford Experience [4:50]
• Why Radford? [8:01]
• High School Interests [11:24]
• Transition to College [14:27]
• The Professors [20:27]
• UG Research [22:52]
• Impact of Research [31:03]
• Passion for the Arts [33:46]
• Study Abroad in France [39:32]
• What Next? [42:37]
• Advice for High Schoolers [46:25]
• Fondest Memory [49:52]

Our Guest: Lucas White is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and Studio Art at Radford University Honors College.

Memorable Quote: “...but advocate for yourself, if you really have a need, or you really have a question, or you really need something, there will be someone there who will listen and who will help you get that. So be, you know, be a polite thorn in someone's side”. Luc White.

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