University of North Texas 
Will Higdon
Contact Will at CLASSambassadors@unt.edu
Degree(s): B.S. in Economics and Minor in Mathematics
Favorite Course(s): ECON 4870, Introduction to Econometrics, ECON 3150, Economics of Discrimination.
Something I wish I knew as a Freshman: How important group connections are.
Why did you become an ambassador? I wanted to become more integrated within the department and interact more with students.
What is your favorite memory from your time at UNT? The freeze in 2023 because it allowed me to enjoy a lot of time with my closest friends.
How do you plan to use your degree? I plan on going to grad school and obtain a Masters in Economics.
Brandon Poirier
Contact Brandon at CLASSambassadors@unt.edu
Degree(s): B.S. in Economics
Favorite Course(s): ECON 4855 U.S. Mexico Economic Relations -- ECON 3560 Intermediate Macro-Theory
Something I wish I knew as a Freshman: I wish I had known how many internship opportunities the University offers. Seek out professional development opportunities often.
Why did you become an ambassador? I wanted to help other students find and benefit from the same opportunities I was given.
What is your favorite memory from your time at UNT? Presenting my own research to other students and friends.
How do you plan to use your degree? Ideally, I would continue my education in Economics with a Master's program, learning more about mathematical modelling to help my future career.