Scholar in the Spotlight: Zully Perez

Scholar in the Spotlight: Zully Perez
Scholar in the Spotlight: Zully Perez

Hometown: Norfolk, NE

Major: Chemical Engineering

Year in School: Junior

Favorite Food: Colombian food and chicken

Random fact about yourself: I put cheese cubes in my hot chocolate.

Something you have learned as a W.H. Thompson Scholar: When speaking in front of a group, you should be aware that you can make mistakes, but it won't be the end of the world.

Something you love most about being a W.H. Thompson Scholar: Getting to know other scholars and their amazing achievements.

Something you are looking forward to this year as a W.H. Thompson Scholar: Learning more about study abroad opportunities.

What are your summer plans? Research as a McNair scholar, exploring the city of Lincoln, and having fun at a water park.

Where you see yourself in 10 years? I see myself living in a place that does not have very cold temperatures. I will be working for a world organization helping to solve environmental problems. I hope to meet many more scholars around the world.