Ferris State University faculty, staff and students come from all over the world with one thing in common – Ferris as ultimately their No. 1 choice. In the Ferris First series, we chat with members of the University community to learn more from them about why Ferris was their No. 1 choice.
Here are just a few examples of their stories:
2015-16 #FERR1S Stories
- Dental Hygiene Major Cites the More then 200 Student Organizations Available to Students as a Ferris Strong Point
- Academic Majors, Social Opportunities Appeal to Electronics Engineering Technology Major
- Stevensville Native Appreciates Music Industry Management Program, Ferris Atmosphere
- Mason Native Excited to Get Started in Construction Management Program
- Mellin, a Rockford Native, Enjoys the Campus Atmosphere at Ferris
- Pinconning's Garrett Thrives as a Highly-Involved Bulldog Student
- Karum Appreciates the Faculty as a Major Benefit of his Ferris Experience
- Elementary Education Major Says Ferris was her First and Only Choice
- Southgate Native Enjoys Student Organization opportunities
- Freshman from Kalamazoo Enjoys Independence, Friendly Atmosphere
- International Student from Turkey Proud to Have Ferris as a First Choice
- Senior from Grand Rapids is Excited about Ferris' Nursing Program
- Third-year Student Loves the Physical Appearance of the Big Rapids Campus
- Saudi Arabian International Student Finds Comfort at Ferris
- Lambert Ferris' Atmosphere and the Education that will Brighten her Future
- Hughes Appreciates Campus Life Inside and Outside of the Classroom
- Luedtke Finds Comfort in Ferris' Community Atmosphere
- First-Year Student Appreciates the Welcoming Atmosphere at Ferris
- Dental Hygiene Program a Good Fit for Ellsworth Native
- Social Work Program Student is Confident she will be Prepared for the Future
- Lake City Native Enjoys Mechanical Engineering Technology Program
- Towianski Feels Comfortable in Environment Ferris has to Offer
- International Communications Major Learns of Ferris through Study Abroad
- Criminal Justice Alumna Considers Her Ferris Experience a Blessing
- Australian Tennis Standout Enjoys his Ferris Experience
- Business Administration Major from France Talks Ferris First
- Former Bulldog Basketball Standout Still Has Pride in Ferris Experience
2014-15 #FERR1S Stories
- Nuclear Medicine Technology Major Sees Ferris as the Right Size, Right Fit
- Nigerian Student Saw Ferris as a Great Educational Opportunity
- German Student Always Craved an Opportunity to Study in America
- International Student from China Explains Why she thinks Ferris Rocks
- Brazil Native Explains How Ferris is Preparing Him for Success after College
- Indiana Native, Bulldog Volleyball Freshman is Excited about Opportunities at Ferris
- Chemistry Major Enjoys Involvement in Ferris Student Organizations
- Cowley Proud to Represent Girls and Women in the Pursuit of a STEM Career
- Proud PGA Golf Management Major Proudly Made Ferris His Top Choice
- Alumna Graduates from Ferris, but Finds Ways to Stay Connected to the University
- Ferris PR Alumna Samantha Bankey Making Waves at HelloWorld in Detroit
- Marketing Alumnus Loved Decision to Transfer to, Graduate from Ferris
- Criminal Justice Alumnus Still Fondly Remembers Graduating from Ferris
- PR Major Says Curriculum, PRSSA Has Helped Prepare Her for Real World
- Television and Digital Media Production Major Says Ferris is a top choice
- Alumna Alexa Donakowski remains connected with her alma mater, Ferris
- Ferris was Jewell's First Choice Because of its Many Opportunities
- Pre-Pharmacy Major Mason Loved Ferris' Strong National Reputation in Pharmacy
- Waller Learned Quickly Ferris was His Best Pick for Welding Engineering Technology
- Seapan Comes from Illinois, Finds a Second Family, Gets a Quality Education
- Minnesota Native Couldn't Have Chosen a Better Home Away from Home for College