Name: Hayley Nelson

Classification: Sophomore

Majors: Global resource systems and environmental science

Where are you from?: Denison

What was your favorite part of your first year at Iowa State?: Having the opportunity to learn from some incredible professionals, and being able to really cement in my head some semblance of future goals.

What were some challenges you faced your first year at Iowa State?: Balancing studies with fun.

What is some advice you would give a new ISU student?: Remember why you are at ISU. It’s a learning institution. If you don’t want to be here, follow your heart and quit wasting obscene amounts of money. If you want to spend money, donate your tuition money to an organization.