Everyday Student: Savannah Vaughn

Junior Savannah Vaughn is confident her cognitive neuroscience major will prepare her for grad school. WHY HARDING — Savannah Vaughn, a junior from Fayetteville, Arkansas, knew that Harding would be a good fit for her. “Harding has always been a place that I loved after attending Uplift on campus during the summer. When it came time to decide where I wanted to go to college, it was between Harding and the University of Arkansas in my hometown. After my three older brothers attended Harding and told me how much they enjoyed it, I decided Harding was my top option. I knew I wanted to go to a school with a Christian environment, and I knew Harding was a really good school where I could get a great education.” CAREER PATH — A cognitive neuroscience major, Vaughn says she first learned of the behavioral sciences program her freshman year. “I was considering studying psychology alongside the pre-physician assistant program. However, after talking with one of the professors, I learned about cognitive neuroscience. I have always been fascinated with the human body and how it works, so choosing a career path in medicine has always been what I wanted to do. I want to be able to help people with their physical needs and mental health, but most importantly I want to help them with their spiritual needs, too.” INVOLVEMENT — A member of Zeta Rho social club and a Women for Harding scholarship recipient, Vaughn says it’s the relationships that stand out the most. “One of my favorite things about Harding is the numerous ways students can get involved and form relationships. I have been blessed to be a part of Zeta Rho. When I pledged my sophomore year, I gained a group of sisters. Zeta Rho is a place where I can have fun and always feel loved. I am also a part of Women for Harding, which is a group of people who have been so supportive of me and my time throughout college. They have always been there for me whenever I’ve been down or needed anything.” CAMARADERIE — “Harding is special. Not only does the Christian environment bring people together, but it’s also a place where I feel like I can be whoever I want to be. I never feel like I am not important, especially when it comes to academics. Every professor I have had always helped me, no matter the circumstances. You can’t find that at many other colleges. —Katie Clement