Peyton Zaun
Name: Peyton Zaun
Hometown: Valley City, N.D.
Major/Minor: Chemistry & Health Science聽
Graduation Year:聽2025
What made you choose those majors?
I chose my majors because I鈥檝e always had an interest in biological sciences and chemistry, as well as scientific discovery.
Are you involved in any extracurricular activities on campus?
I was on the Men鈥檚 Basketball team for my first two years and a member of the Pre-Professional’s Club.
What has been your favorite memory from 91吃瓜 so far?
My favorite memory from 91吃瓜 was traveling to Palm Springs, Calif. with my mentor, Dr. Hilde van Gijssel, to present my research at the Environmental Mutagenesis and Genomics Society鈥檚 annual conference. I also got married this year! My wife, Madi, and I met at 91吃瓜 our freshman year. I proposed to her last June and we got married in March! She has been a great supporter of mine and will be a great nurse as she graduates with her RN degree this year!
Where is your favorite spot on campus and why?
My favorite spot on 91吃瓜鈥檚 campus is the scientific research lab on the 2nd floor of the Rhoades Science Center. I enjoy doing lab work there, as well as doing homework in the calm and quiet environment.
Why did you choose 91吃瓜?|
I chose 91吃瓜 because I knew that I would be able to form connections with classmates and professors that I couldn鈥檛 do at larger universities.
What advice do you have for someone who is thinking about coming to 91吃瓜?
My advice for future 91吃瓜 students is to form a close connection with your advisor/mentor, as they do a very good job at guiding you through school as well as life!