Hi I'm Opal, a third-year student at UNC double majoring in Business Administration at the Kenan-Flagler Business School and Public Policy with a minor in Data Science. I am heavily involved in premier Kenan-Flagler affiliated clubs including 180 Degrees Consulting, Portfolio Management Team, and Women on Wall Street. Career-wise, I am pursuing Investment Banking and will be intering at Bank of America this upcoming summer. In my free time I love to knit, practice yoga, cheer on the Tarheels at basketball games, and get a bite to eat with friends on Franklin St.

Hometown

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Major(s)

Business Administration, Public Policy

Minor(s)

Data Science

Clubs, organizations & involvement

180 Degrees Consulting Vice President of Recruitment, Portfolio Management Team Consumer Staples Sector Analyst, Women on Wall Street Head of Investment Banking, King's College London Semester Study Abroad (Fall 2024)

Describe your college experience

UNC was the best choice I could have made when it comes to my undergrad degree. While I faced a lot of uncertainty coming in as an out-of-state student, I have found such a strong community and sense of belonging at Carolina. Additionally, I have found myself facing career prospects I never expected to see in my future.

Tip for future students

1. Freshman year is HARD, there is no getting around it. Have a good attitude and know the tough times will pass. 2. The people you surround yourself with say more about you than anything else - choose wisely and be picky. 3. College is meant to be fun, UNC is a rigorous school but ensure you make time for the experiences you will truly cherish and remember after graduation.

Favorite class

ARTS 59 Time, A Doorway to Visual Expression

Career goals

Investment Banking

Ideal way to spend a free night

Going to a workout class, cooking a delicious dinner, knitting and spending time with friends

High school or secondary school

Brookfield Central High School, Brookfield, WI, USA