Two Different Paths Kristina Bjornson

Art and mathematics -- two very different subjects and paths to take in life -- are my two passions. I have loved art and the process of creating it my whole life, and I know that I want to make it part of my future career. I also enjoy the academic rigor and challenges of mathematics, and I know that I do not want to give up the benefits of a liberal arts education to focus solely on art. I would like to be able to use both of my interests and make them into something unique that I would enjoy doing for the rest of my life. At Purdue, I would be able to deepen my knowledge through the academic courses offered that are not available at many art institutes while still receiving the art institute experience in the university’s arts program. I am also planning on applying for the Purdue Honors Program to be able to take full advantage of the diversity of programs that Purdue has to offer. I want an educational experience that can enrich all aspects of my life: academic, social, cultural, and artistic. I believe that a university education at Purdue would provide me with the opportunities to expand my horizons on all of these dimensions.

Academically, Purdue would be able to challenge me in the areas in which I need to succeed and...