A Day in the Life of Veronica
Photos and Writing by Mahre Connor
Veronica Martin may seem like your typical hardworking college student, but the activities that consume her daily life may surprise you. Between her studies as an animal science major on a pre-veterinary track, a highly competitive internship at the Washington State Univeristy animal hospital, participating in undergraduate research, and being an active member in her sorority, she still manages to make time to feed one of her oringinal passions; music.
Coming to college, Veronica was met with the tough decision of narrowing down her passions when it came to deciding on her field to study. In the end, she chose to study animal science and pursue her passion for helping animals of all shapes and sizes, while still making room for singing and songwriting. Now, music acts as an escape from her day-to-day life, but those who know her well are lucky enough to experience her talent. This page shows how an "average college student" can have the capacity for multiple, true passions.
Veronica studying at the library in preparation for a full schedule of final exams.
Veronica taking a break and grabbing a quick bite to eat between classes. On an average day, she will be in class and labs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Veronica in lab working on her undergraduate research. She is a third year animal science major and has been working on faculty-led research all semester.
Veronica running errands and picking up some dinner after finishing work at her internship at the W.S.U. animal hospital.
Veronica at Kappa Delta attending a meeting for her sorority. She has been a member for three years and has held several leadership positions.
Veronica getting ready before meeting her friends. After a long week of school and work, she looks forward to the weekend when she gets to spend time socializing.
Veronica spending time with friends at her home before she gets back to the library to study for finals week.
After a long and stressful day, Veronica enjoys singing and playing the guitar. She has been singing and writing songs from a young age.
Veronica's desk at home: here you can see her GRE test prep book sitting next to her song book, which she has used to write original music in since middle school.
Veronica spending time with her cat, Reginald. As a devoted animal science major, she makes sure that she spends plenty of time with her animals.