#IamUCI: Ashlynn Desco ’24, B.A., psychological science
After taking an introductory course at Saddleback College, Ashlynn Desco transferred to UC Irvine so she could pursue a degree in psychological science. As a first-generation college student, Desco was initially overwhelmed by all the opportunities the campus had to offer, but she quickly immersed herself in research as an assistant to Professor Joanne Zinger, who specializes in meta-analysis and the psychology of language. Desco is also working with director and associate editor Simon Cole on the National Registry of Exonerations. Following graduation, she hopes to gain further experience in the research field before applying to graduate programs in social or cognitive psychology.
#IamUCI: Anthony Smart Jr. ’24, B.A., English
A New Orleans native, Anthony Smart Jr. has spent the last three years at UC Irvine perfecting his writing skills. “I’ve always been a writer,” he says. “It’s a God-given talent, but I wanted to see how far I could take it if I learned from the best.” After graduation, Smart plans to spend a year in Japan teaching English and hopes to pursue a Ph.D. when he returns. Meanwhile, he’s exploring creative writing, with the eventual goals of crafting movie scripts for Hollywood, publishing his poetry and writing novels.
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