The Vice President
Ever since Gabriela Wojcik ŮٱƵ21 transferred to Pace in her junior year, sheŮٱƵs seized every opportunity of interest to her on the NYC Campus. From Welcome Center tour guide to Tau Sigma National Honor Society vice president to her internship at a talent agency to her supervisor job in the Six Flags entertainment department, Wojcik sees her Communication Studies major and Arts and Entertainment Management minor as the perfect marriage of all her experiences. ŮٱƵI would love to work in the creative field [in] any capacity. Having as much knowledge as possible and as many opportunities and options as possible [...] once I graduate has always been incredibly important to me,ŮٱƵ she told us.
ThatŮٱƵs part of what drew her to Pace. ŮٱƵLooking back [on] the entire situation now, I learned an insane amount of important life lessons by making the decision to attend my previous school,ŮٱƵ Wojcik explained.
It was during an internship in her sophomore year that she started considering a transfer to Pace, especially since a few of her fellow interns were also current students. ŮٱƵRight off the bat, I loved the fact that PaceŮٱƵs [NYC Campus] consisted of one main building and a few surrounding ones in the area,ŮٱƵ she told us, noting that the prime location in the heart of the Financial District also helped. So she applied, got in, and the rest is history. ŮٱƵI couldnŮٱƵt stop smiling and was constantly being told that I was ŮٱƵglowing.ŮٱƵ It was at that point that I realized I had finally made the right decision for myself and my future,ŮٱƵ Wojcik said.
She got involved the moment she moved on-campus, but then, that wasnŮٱƵt unusual for her. Wojcik has worked in several different capacities: food service, performance, management, human resourcesŮٱƵyou name it, sheŮٱƵs probably had that job. ŮٱƵI am somebody who wants to try and do everything all at once,ŮٱƵ she enthused. ŮٱƵI rarely ever say no to an opportunity [...] because I truly believe that life experience and knowledge are irreplaceable.ŮٱƵ
As the vice president of the Tau Sigma National Honor Society, Wojcik is a representative for other transfer students who come to Pace looking for a new venture. ŮٱƵI would say that the most rewarding part about being a member of Tau Sigma is not only being able to feel included in the Pace Community, but also being able to help new members feel included and welcome as well,ŮٱƵ she explained. To be clear, it wasnŮٱƵt always easy for Wojcik. She acknowledged that, ŮٱƵIt can sometimes be frustrating and difficult to find your place in a new school as a transfer student,ŮٱƵ but joining Tau Sigma provided opportunities to meet others ŮٱƵwho have been in your shoes and can guide you through life as a transfer student at Pace.ŮٱƵ
Wojcik is also a first-generation American who grew up in an entirely Polish family, something that is incredibly important to her. ŮٱƵMy first language was actually Polish and I speak it fluently,ŮٱƵ she told us. ŮٱƵI wouldnŮٱƵt trade my background and heritage for the world. It is a huge part of who I am today.ŮٱƵ
Currently, she is considering quite the list of potential careers: film, talent management and casting, fitness, or even social media. ŮٱƵIf I am being 100% honest, no matter how much it may seem like I have everything figured out, I do not have an ideal career in mind,ŮٱƵ Wojcik said. Her advice to fellow students, though, and particularly other transfer students, is to ŮٱƵtry everything and see what suits you, brings you joy, and lights your soul on fire.ŮٱƵ Those are some wise words.
Join us for National Transfer Student Appreciation week as we celebrate incredible transfer students like Wojcik who are continuously pushing the envelope and helping to guide others, too. WeŮٱƵre so excited to see what career she lands in. TheyŮٱƵre sure to appreciate her skills and experience, not to mention enthusiasm!