Fall 2020 alumna spotlight

Torrie Dukes

Major concentration: Creative Writing
Hometown: : Lake City, Florida

 

How did you decide on English-Creative Writing as your major?

I chose English-CRW to better my reading/writing capabilities before entering law school.

What was your favorite part about being an English major?

My favorite part about being an English major was having the ability to be expressive in my writing, as well as reading my peers' work in workshop classes.

What one memory of your time at FSU do you think I’ll always remember?

I will always remember my Women in Pre-Law Society—most importantly, our Tampa trip we took as a group in spring 2020.

What would you tell a student who is considering English as their major?

I would tell a student interested in an English track to be ready to read, write, and be open minded.

What are your post-graduation plans?

My post-graduation plans involve getting accepted into law school at either the University of Florida or Florida State University.