Coming from North Carolina, I decided to attend Emory almost on a whim, one that worked out for the best. I started off as a Computer Science major before deciding to pivot to theater during my sophomore year, again on a whim that ended up working out. My collegiate theater endeavors have been relatively small scale, just a few staged readings here and there, but it has given me a great opportunity to explore the performance side of theater, something I have found myself enjoying a lot more than I initially thought I would.
What's next? The future job that I have lined up for post-graduation isn't within the theater space as I will be working in HR at a bank. Still, there are tons of opportunities to stay involved with theater back home, both recreationally and as a hobby, opportunities that I plan to pursue.
Favorite accomplishment? I think my biggest accomplishment was just taking the risk to major in something that I had previously had no experience in and coming out the other end having thoroughly enjoyed my time while gaining a new appreciation for the medium as a whole.
Congratulations Marshall! Having you in my Scenic Painting class this semester has been a pleasure. Please continue to push yourself to explore new ways to express your creativity. A bank, theater, or otherwise would be lucky to have you! You are a bright, beautiful soul, and we will miss you—best of luck in the next chapter.
Sara Culpepper