Meet Tyler Metzloff, a Marketing major from Madison, WI. Tyler plans to graduate in 2023.
Why did you decide to come to NMU?
When searching for schools, and touring campuses around the Midwest, I found little to be different in many of the small town universities. I grew up and had always lived in cities, the concept of experiencing a smaller town was interesting, especially as I planned to move to a larger city after graduation. After touring many schools, not much stuck out, the small towns I had visited seemed run down and lacked beauty in their building and surrounding wildlife. After being accepted to a different university, in Wisconsin, I traveled to take a tour and after the seeing the campus I found myself not impressed. however, I had already submitted all my information to start in the fall. On the way home from the campus tour I went to NMU’s website, a few of my classmates were planning on attending and I had heard good things, but never checked out what it had to offer. Going through the photo gallery, I fell in love with the scenery and the small nature of the school excited me as it would mean less classes taught by graduate students and TA’s. When I toured the campus I was even able to meet with department heads, who helped me feel a lot more welcome than I would have at a larger school. Long story short, I applied to NMU and canceled my existing college plans and the rest is history.
How did you decide your major/minor?
Deciding my major was very difficult for me, I have always had a passion for photography and videography, and hoped to use those skills in a professional scenario. However, family and friends were strong advocates against a major in the arts. After thinking long and hard I came to a decision, as i had also been very interested in the business world, I decided to major in business marketing. Opting to grow my photography and videography skills on the side, in hopes to use them in conjunction with the degree. I had already worked professionally as a videographer and editor without a degree, so in order to get the full value of a college education I chose to learn the business side. I hope after graduating this will make me a more versatile hire, and allow me to use both my passions. Marketing encompasses many parts of business, and has over the past 3 and half years I have learned much more valuable information than I would have with an art or communications degree.
What's an example of a cool, interesting or helpful thing that you have done as a part of your major?
One thing I have appreciated over the years, is my professors dedication to being available for council and help. Many times I have gotten help from my department head or other professors regarding my resume or job interviews. I found this very helpful as both my parents are teachers, so the business world is very foreign to them.
What are you involved in on- and off-campus and what has been the most rewarding experience?
Due to the gap year i decided to take my sophomore year, my personal travel plans and COVID’s effects on activities i did not participate in many clubs or events after my freshman year. However, I was able to attend job fairs and the big pitch, which helped me network and expand my professional knowledge.