Meet the University’s Alumni Board

Pedro Vallejo Ramirez ’16

Pedro Vallejo Ramirez headshot

Who is someone that inspired you during your time on campus?

My friend Samuel Steven

Which faculty member influenced you the most?

Prof. Julie Bentley

Which staff member influenced you the most?

Lisa Norwood

What's your most memorable Rochester hangout?

Dandelion Day, senior year

What’s your favorite place on campus?

Periodical reading room in Rush Rhees.

What are you most proud of about your University of Rochester education?

The freedom and encouragement to take classes outside my major - I majored in optics but took classes in French, Italian, economics, and even dance!

What advice would you give an incoming student?

Don't fret about picking a major in your first year - shop around and sit in on classes, you might find a passion for something you never even considered in the first place.