09/14/2026
This morning we met up with Teygan, who is studying psychology at K-State.
What's been the best part of being at college so far?
'I love Manhattan! The city is a big part of why I chose this college. I love my people here too, I have amazing roommates! There's both a family and a student dynamic in Manhattan, so it's not all college students. You can have community while still having your own independence.'
Any advice for students starting their freshman year? What advice do you wish you would've had?
'Keep an open mind. Honestly, I think I was a little closed-minded before. I thought I was just here to do my school work and that was it, but you should definitely put yourself out there. Now I think I'm such a social butterfly, which I wasn't in high school. Keep your mind open to different possibilities, different ideas, and different beliefs. You're going to meet a lot of different people that don't have the same beliefs as you, and you might find it surprising that a lot of these people will become your best friends. Show your WHOLE personality from the get-go. College is a place to just be yourself!'
How has The Humboldt Promise helped you?
'Before we found out about The Humboldt Promise scholarship, I can remember sitting in my room so many times crying because l knew I wanted to go to K-State, not just for the education but the whole experience, and I didn't know how I would afford it. Student loans freaked me out, but now I don't have to worry about that and I can just be comfortable. It is such a massive relief and such a blessing. I am so thankful for The Humboldt Promise. You'll get to do amazing things as well as give back to your community at home.'
It was such a pleasure to talk to you today Teygan. Wishing you a fantastic year ahead! ππ€