Matthew Ames

Major: Political Science and Economics dual degree
Hometown: Chillicothe, Ohio

Live life with a smile

Favorite thing about Wright State:

I love Wright State for the simple fact that you know everyone here, but you can manage to see just the people you want to!

Favorite Band/Musician:

James Taylor

Favorite Class/Professor:

Any Class that is taught by Professor Paul Leonard.

Do you live on campus?

No I don't live on campus, but I did live in the Woods when I was a freshman.

Best place to study:

The 4th floor of the library.

Favorite Wright State experience:

Joining the Greek Community as a freshman!

What clubs or organizations are you involved in?

I am the President of Phi Kappa Tau, which is one of the fraternities that Wright State has on campus, and I am also the President of Greek Affairs Council which is the governing body of all Greeks on Wright State University campus.

Favorite thing to do on the weekends:

I go golfing every Saturday, Fraternity meetings are on Sunday, and I hang out with my friends in between all of that.

Favorite movie or TV show:

My favorite movie is "The Shawshank Redemption" for the category of drama and "Billy Madison" for the category of comedy.

One thing you can't live without:

Skyline Chili!

What advice would you give a high school student about having a good experience here?

Be open minded about new things and new people. Once you get to Wright State, a lot of freshman are intimidated but the students at Wright State are just like everyone else.

Why did you choose Wright State?

I decided to attend Wright State when I was a senior and was trying to still be a musical theatre major. I was accepted into Wright State which is well known for its theatre and musical theatre programs. Though I left that major soon after arriving, the school was a good fit.

Favorite activity:

My favorite activity includes nothing but me and my brain. I enjoy thinking about life's different situations and how I can better exist.