Dana Chamberlain started her UConn career as a psychology major at the Hartford Campus, but attending nutrition courses during the Bridging the Gap program sparked her interest in becoming a nutritionist. This is her first year at Storrs, and she is taking advantage of all the clubs and activities on campus. Read more about Dana’s experiences as a UConn student.
What attracted you to UConn?
As a Connecticut native, I have always had a soft spot for UConn. It has excellent academic programs, is quickly becoming a leader in research and provides so many academic and professional opportunities and resources to the students. UConn is also close to home and I love the energy of the students and faculty. There’s a lot of pride in being a UConn Husky.
Why did you choose your particular major?
My two main passions in life are science and human rights. Studying nutritional sciences allows me to pursue both simultaneously. My goal is to become a registered dietitian who specializes in working with low-income families and minority groups to improve their overall wellness.
Which one of your UConn activities, internships or jobs was the most memorable? Why?
My most memorable UConn activity was participating in the Bridging the Gap summer Research Experience for Undergraduates in 2018. Before then, I had no idea what I wanted to pursue as a career. That summer, I was fortunate enough to work under the direction of Prof. Ji-Young Lee and her amazing team of graduate students, and I completely fell in love with the nutritional sciences program.
