Physics major Matthew Ciccone featured on Miami's Homepage

Matthew Ciccone graduated in May 2011 with a BS in Physics.  Matt was a featured student on the home page of Miami University's website.  He had the following to say about his "Miami Experience."

"During freshman year, I took an honors course in physics, called Energy and the Environment. I never believed I was very good at math or physics, but taking that course, I realized how interesting it was. I knew majoring in physics was going to be a challenge, but it was the right decision for me."
 
Matt was also a member of the Mock Trial Team and was involved in student and local government.  He was the ASG's Secretary for Off-Campus Affairs and the chair of the city's Student-Community Relations Commission. Through both positions, he had the opportunity to interact with campus administrators, the city police department, and the city council.  "I tried to make sure students' voices were heard on issues that affected both the city and students."  Regarding Greek Life,  Matt said, "I didn't think Greek Life was for me, but then I decided it was an incredible opportunity for me to define an organization rather than have one define me," since Chi Psi was formed two years before his freshman year.

"After I graduate, I'm going to work for a private brokerage firm in Greenwich, Connecticut. I had an internship with them last summer, and I found the work challenging and enjoyable. It's not directly related to my major, but I'll be using my knowledge of math and statistics and computer programming, which I got from majoring in physics and taking an additional 28 hours of math classes. I've found that in today's workplace, having a math and science background is a real advantage; that's what employers are looking for."  alumni spotlight