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Meet Hilary Ades (CGS’09)

Hilary Ades (CGS’09) looks forward to shopping in Boston this fall. 

July 17, 2007
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Name: Hilary Ades
From: Evergreen, CO
School: CGS
Major: Undecided

What convinced you to come to BU?

BU is a really good school, and I wanted to be in an urban setting. And Boston is a great city.

What makes you feel most excited about coming to college?
Being away from home, being on my own, and meeting new people.

What makes you feel most nervous about coming to college?

Being on my own!

What kinds of activities do you want to become involved in?

I’m not really sure, but I know BU has a lot to offer so I’ll have to see when I get there.

What is one of the goals of your first year at BU?

My goal is to make it through without screwing up too much. Also, I want to have fun and meet lots of new people.

What accomplishment are you most proud of?
Studying abroad when I was a sophomore.

What will be your first stop when you start exploring Boston?
Who knows? I’ve explored Boston a little bit, and I’ll definitely hit up the shopping pretty quickly.

How are you spending your summer vacation?

Working, camping, hanging out with friends, and going to the mountains.

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