Mallory Smith
Major: Secondary Mathematics Education Major 
Minor: Counseling
Year: Class of 2021
Hometown: Avon, IN
IU Student Involvement
Photo editor of the IDS, Mentor in the School of Education, Founder of the Women in Math club, Tutor at the Academic Support Center, Employee at RPS cafe, Staff member of Intensive Freshman Seminar, part of the INSPIRE Living Learning Center
How 21st Century Has Helped You Succeed
Very involved from the start to show clear expectations, solid advice from day one, provided with opportunities for professional growth.
Why IU?
Academic rigor, beautiful campus, and incredible people...what more could you want? IU provides its students with the opportunities and support to become successful.
Future goals?
Become a high school math teacher, eventually go back and get my master's degree, maybe PhD, become involved in mentorship programs for college students.
Advice to Freshmen Scholar at IU
Do not be afraid of failure! Mistakes happen. We grow in the space outside of our comfort zone. (Check out Mallory's short video snippet on YouTube!)
Favorite Hangout Place at IU
Any of the amazingly beautiful libraries. Best place to study.
One Interesting Fact About Yourself
I can chirp like a bird!