Oregon’s Polytechnic University

“My greatest learning experience at Oregon Tech was getting to do a group project with cadaver imaging. Cadaver imaging has brought such a unique learning opportunity to my time here at Oregon Tech. Getting to image a real human before clinicals helped boost my confidence and technical skills.”

“I heard that comparison is the thief of joy, but I didn’t understand it until college. Among students, comparing grades and test scores is normal. While I recognize the reassurance it might bring, I’ve also realized it’s an incomplete picture of someone’s effort or potential. Everyone’s journey is shaped uniquely—some grades come from stable environments, others from sleepless nights. Regardless, we all aim for growth, and the journey and the mistakes we make along the way are the best experiences one can get in life.”

“I am studying Dental Hygiene because I am intrigued by science and the way it can be utilized in preventative care.”