Admission Counselor Profile

kayla.mcdowell@utdallas.edu
972-883-5260 (Phone Number)
972-883-2270 (Welcome Desk)

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About

Hometown: San Antonio, TX
Alma Mater: Texas State University
College Major: Exercise and Sports Science & Psychology

What is your favorite local restaurant?

I love food, so narrowing it down to just a couple is hard! But I love going to Chiloso Mexican Bistro for build-your-own breakfast tacos and Rodeo Goat for a great burger, cheese fries and sunsets over the lake if you go to one of the lakefront locations.

How did your college experience help shape who you are?

I figured out who I was as a person, who I wanted to be, and how to use my voice during college. I found lessons in every experience, whether good or bad and used them to improve myself. I traveled to many different countries, challenged myself every chance I could, and made many lifelong friendships! I will always cherish the memories I made and the experiences I gained!

What advice do you have for students beginning their college search?

Visit every campus! Look up every institution you are interested in, narrow your list to the institutions with the academics/programs you want, and then visit every one of those campuses. If you don’t feel “at home” or comfortable on campus, chances are you won’t be as successful there and enjoy your time in college as much.