Johnston Burke

Hometown: 
Brooklyn, New York

Academic Area of Interest: 
Economics and Philosophy Double Major

On-Campus Involvements: 
Student Senate, Entrepreneurship Society, CTL Tutor

Why Did You Pick Your Major?: 
I am double majoring in economics and philosophy. I picked economics because I like the perspective it gives on the functions of the world, as so much of our daily lives relates to economics. I love philosophy because it answers some of the toughest questions in life, and after every philosophy class I feel like I have learned something new and important.

What Occupation Did You Want When You Were Little?: 
I wanted to be a baseball player.

#1 Tip for Students Using the Center for Career Success: 
Keep an open mind, ask lots of questions, and remember that no experience is insignificant!

Sprite or Sierra Mist?: 
Sprite.

Your Favorite Event with the Center for Career Success?: 
PIE Trip.

Place You Have Been that You Would Love to Go Back To?: 
Florida Keys.

Favorite Resource We Provide Students With: 
Focus2.

Favorite Class You Have Taken at Knox: 
Probably one of my philosophy classes.

Last Movie or TV Show You Watched: 
Rick and Morty.

One Place Within Walking Distance of Knox that You Would Recommend a New Student Visit: 
Landmark Cafe.

Pizza or Pancakes?: 
Pizza.

Favorite Sport or Sports Team: 
The New York Yankees.