Matthew Cartwright

Exercise Science

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Hometown: Allen County, Kentucky

Why did you choose to attend UE?
I got direct entry spots for both the Master of Science in Athletic Training and the Doctor of Physical Therapy programs.

How has your major prepared you for a future career?
Each semester we're required to get internship hours, and the hands-on experience has been crucial to my education and have set me up well for my future job.

What activities or organizations have you been/were you involved with at UE? How have these impacted you and your college career?
I joined Resident Students Association (RSA) as a freshman and worked my way up from a housing chair to President of the organization. Being a part of RSA helped me make friends, get to know more people, and grow in ways that will help me professionally. I became an RA and leaned on that to grow as well.

What makes UE a special place? How did our campus shape your college experience?
Campus being as small as it is allows you to get to know as many people as possible.

What advice would you share with incoming students?
Join organizations your freshman year and make friends with the people. Get to know the people you sit beside in class and study with them. Have fun!

Why do you recommend the University of Evansville?
The campus and class sizes. The academics are great and the professors really care about you.

Did you visit UE before deciding to attend?
I toured campus and loved it. I met with two department heads and toured the Stone Center downtown. The facilities at the graduate and undergraduate levels really impressed me, as well as how intertwined the whole process of school goes.