Featured Tigers is a monthly series wherein the spotlight shines on a few students, alumni, faculty and staff from our Crete, Lincoln and Omaha campus locations. These individuals stand out in the best way — as talented and driven leaders.
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What is your name and graduation year?
Arturo Salinas, 2024
What is your major or degree program?
History
What do you hope to do after completing your degree?
Travel the country before settling down with a job.
How is Doane preparing you to reach your goals?
I believe Doane had helped me develop a lot. Doane has taught me how to take every challenge head on and to be more responsible.
Who has been a major influence for you during your education at Doane? How have they helped you?
Kim Jarvis and Josh Pope. They have both guided me to where I am and have been nothing but kind, understanding, and helpful!
What is something you're proud of accomplishing or achieving while at Doane?
My relationships and development have been something I am very proud of. I have met lifelong friends that I will cherish forever. I also learned many new things that I did not know how to do when I was younger.
What advice would you give to an incoming student?
Be yourself. You’ll make genuine connections that way. I’d also say advocate for yourself! There will be people who judge you or think they know you, but in reality know nothing about your struggles.
What's something you like about yourself that other people may not know?
I was born on February 29th. I am technically only 6 years old.
What is something you've really enjoyed about your time at Doane?
The everlasting friendships or Stop Day. There really is nothing like Stop Day and I think it makes Doane very special.
