“Lecturers made me feel welcome and open to talk about feedback.”

2022 International Fashion Branding graduate Marcus McHugh shares his insight into life at GCU and life after graduating from university.

I chose to study at GCU because…

I chose GCU because I had heard from friends who studied there that it was a welcoming and inclusive university. GCU also offered a course which was packed full of topics which interested me with engaging projects.

The most important aspect of my university experience has been…

The most important aspect of my university experience was meeting the group of friends I made at university who were able to support each other throughout the whole university experience.

My biggest lesson learned so far is…

My biggest lesson learned so far is that you should take every opportunity that arises and trust yourself and your ability in situations that you don’t feel confident in.

I’m proud to be part of the University for the Common Good because…

I’m proud to be part of the university for the common good because it is a university that values and appreciates students’ inputs and opinions, lecturers made me feel welcome and open to talk about feedback.

I get my inspiration from…

I get my inspiration from the people around me – family, friends, lecturers and colleagues.

My next steps look like…

I’m starting a new role as a Visual Merchandiser for H&M.

Thank you to Marcus for sharing his GCU experience, if you would like to share your #GCUGradStory visit: https://bit.ly/3C4zNqY 

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