Julia is a senior from Connecticut who joined Stanford as a student athlete on the women’s rowing team. When thinking about what major she wanted to pursue, Julia was initially deciding between MS&E, Economics, and Product Design. She was interested in the entrepreneurial and creative aspects of Product Design, but also wanted to study finance and learn more about markets. STS was the perfect fit as it allowed her to find a unique combination of her interests. She was able to petition in two finance classes to be included alongside courses in CS and PD for her technical requirements, as well as take classes that explore the political and social roles of technology. Aside from the ability to personalize her concentration, one of Julia’s favorite things about STS is that it emphasizes the importance of both technical knowledge and socio-cultural impact. Come talk to her about how you can make STS fit your interests or any other questions you might have!