Julia Hsu received her bachelor's and master's degree in Taiwan and worked as a television news reporter on a channel in her hometown.But, Hsu gave this all up to come to America and pursue her Ph.D.
Like many students, sophomore Lynn Kwon heard of the dreaded "Freshman 15," the weight every student is rumored to gain during the first year of college, but didn't think it would happen to her.
Even those picked last in gym class can flex their competitive muscles and sweat away excess pounds in Alumni Arena, where Recreational and Intramural Services offer the chance to prove their athletic talent without having to join a varsity team."Intramurals gives competitors a way to play without all of the pressure," said Dan Mansfield, a co-captain of the soccer, basketball and football teams.Five thousand students participated in a variety of sports last semester, according to Ed Wright, coordinator of intramurals.
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