Kara Oaks is a sophomore elementary education major from Danville, Va. Oaks is a member of Kappa Delta Alpha Sorority and is the sorority’s community service chair. She is also a National Bonner Leader.

How do you believe Averett will help you with your degree?

“I believe Averett will help me because of the care of the faculty and staff members. The classes offered here are expected to lead me in my field to be as knowledgeable as possible.”

What do you like most best about the University?

“My favorite thing about Averett is the home feel that the students, faculty and staff have, and the support they bring help excel my learning. Also, I like the opportunity to know the professors well with the small class sizes.”

Why did you choose your path to study?

“I just changed my major this semester, but I chose elementary education because I worked at a summer camp and realized that I would be happiest working with kids – helping children in a positive way and impacting their lives every day of work.”