MJ Opulencia

Hometown: 
Manila, Philippines

Academic Area of Interest: 
Neuroscience Major

On-Campus Involvements: 
International Club, Alpha Phi Omega, Terpsichore Dance Collective, Student Senate, Admissions Ambassador

Nickname and How You Got It: 
Miju. My friends just started calling me that one day and I think it's cute.

Why Did You Pick Your Major?: 
Neuroscience! I love learning how the brain works on a more biological level and how that shows on the outside. I also love looking at slides of brain slices and analyzing them.

What Occupation Did You Want When You Were Little?: 
Performer!

#1 Tip for Students Using the Center for Career Success: 
Ask questions and visit us often. We can get to know you that way and create a more personalized experience.

Sprite or Sierra Mist?: 
Sprite.

Your Favorite Event with the Center for Career Success?: 
I like Professional Power Hour. I like that is was 1-on-1 with a student and we can really help them out. 

Place You Have Been that You Would Love to Go Back To?: 
Philippines!

Favorite Resource We Provide Students With: 
Focus2.

Favorite Class You Have Taken at Knox: 
PSYCH 276-Behavioral Pharmacology.

Last Movie or TV Show You Watched: 
Ginny & Georgia and I Want to Eat Your Pancreas.

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

Pizza or Pancakes?: 
Pizza.

Favorite Sport or Sports Team: 
Volleyball, Ateneo Girls Volleyball.