Jasmyn Jordan, who double-majors in Political Science and International Relations, has many interests and a variety of possible career directions. Regarding the many opportunities available to students at Iowa, she advises getting involved broadly and then focusing in on the activities that you like most.

Dear Prospective Student,

Congratulations on graduating from high school! Your perseverance and diligence have brought you to the point in life where you choose which university to attend. Everyone here at the University of Iowa is here to support you along your journey between your senior year of high school and freshman year of college.

My name is Jasmyn Jordan.  I am a second-year honors student from Normal, Illinois.  I am double majoring in political science and international relations on the pre-law track. I am chairwoman of Iowa Young Americans for Freedom, member of Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity, have interned on several political campaigns, and write for a publication focused on higher education. Within the honors program, I am an honors outreach ambassador, member of Phi Eta Sigma honors society, member of the Presidential Scholar Program, work as an honors admin, lived in Daum Residence Hall, participated in Honors Primetime, and have taken a variety of honors courses. I would like to pursue a career in outreach/communications, political consulting, diplomacy, law, or government.

When choosing what to participate in, I suggest trying a number of organizations, events, or experiences and choosing to get more involved with the ones that you are most interested in.  The honors program at the University of Iowa is an amazing way to find your passions and customize your experience. You can choose how much you want to do! I became highly involved because that is what I did in high school, and it has been very successful in helping me grow in various skills. For instance, I took a course called Honors Publications: From Pitch to Print where I learned how to write in a journalistic style and wrote about politics which is one of my passions! I now have a journalism job and have found an area that I may like to work in.

I wish you much success in your endeavors! If you have any further questions, please reach out to me at Jasmyn-jordan@uiowa.edu or connect with a staff member at honors-program@uiowa.edu.

All the best,

Jasmyn Jordan