Joshua Sarpaning is my name. I am a senior, studying Agricultural Economics and Computer Science at the University of Arkansas. As a Ghanaian born, I have always loved this beautiful country because it portrays the true beauty of the African continent. Ghana was formally known as the “Land of Gold.”
My desired dream is to be a great industrial engineer, harnessing changes in Africa.
I chose the University of Arkansas for several reasons that met my needs: it is affordable yet highly competitive, and above all has great teaching faculty with well-equipped research centers, and strong engineering and agricultural departments. I also chose the U of A due to it’s remarkable achievements in engineering and agriculture research. Some of the interesting events I have enjoyed since coming to the U of A are: Taste of Africa, Friday Night Live, Russian Immersion, Caribbean Night, Panamanian dances, China Banquet, ICT Banquet and the Razorback games. Through these, I have made friends from all walks of life.
What makes me feel most comfortable is the euphoric atmosphere and friendly social life of the town, Fayetteville, and good professor-student interactions. Fayetteville is also the home to Wal-Mart Corporation, which holds the Wal-Mart Shareholders meeting every year in the U of A’s Bud Walton Arena. Getting involved is one of the interesting ways of improving college-social life. I am a member of International Students’ Organization (ISO), Sigma Alpha Pi, and a former President of the African Students’ Organization (ASO).
If I were to get another chance to choose a college again, I would surely choose the University of Arkansas one more time because it is, indeed, the epitome of a true college and peaceful place for education. Coming to University of Arkansas is a decision in my life that I have never regretted, and a sure place I can call home.
