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Lorena James on Davidson College: Environmental Studies, Ecopreneur, and Passion for China.

Jul 14, 202147 minSeason 1Ep. 135
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Episode description

Episode summary introduction: Lorena started learning Mandarin in middle school. In her senior year of high school, Lorena created her first eco-friendly startup that produced 3D filament made from invasive species from Lake Erie.

Lorena James is a graduate of Davidson College with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Social Science and Chinese Studies.

In particular, we discuss the following with her:

  • Choosing Davidson College
  • Majoring in Environmental Social Science
  • Being an Ecopreneur
  • Study Abroad in China
  • Advice to Aspirants

Topics discussed in this episode:

  • Introduction to Lorena James, Davidson College [0:51]
  • Hi Fives - Podcast Highlights [1:51]
  • Davidson - Great Experience [4:10]
  • Why Davidson? [4:38]
  • All Rounder in High School [5:53]
  • Smooth Transition to College [9:06]
  • Supportive Peers & Profs [10:32]
  • Wellness Startup during COVID [12:33]
  • Compatible Dorm-mates [15:27]
  • Dance, Entrepreneurship & Volunteering [18:07]
  • Study Abroad & Passion for China [22:06]
  • Summers & Eco Friendly Haircare [25:49]
  • Majoring in Environmental Studies [30:23]
  • A Schwarzman Scholar [34:36]
  • How Davidson prepared you for post-College? [36:50]
  • Davidson Redo [39:05]
  • Advice to Aspiring Students [41:21]
  • Memories: Walks with Friends [43:02]

Our Guest: Lorena James is a graduate of Davidson College with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Social Science and Chinese Studies. Lorena is a Schwarzman Scholar.

Memorable Quote:I remember we only spent one day in Shanghai. But when I visited it was my favorite city. I knew one day, I had to come back and study there or like this visit again. And fortunately, I was able to do that. My sophomore year, exactly four years later.” Lorena James on her visit to China in High School.

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