06/22/2026
"I had a hard time to make connections because everyone here seems individualistic. People seems busy with assignments, works, and personal life. At first, I am worried to not able to make friends or fit into a new environment. Sometimes I feel disconnected because social connections here are different from what I used to be in my home country. However, I learned that people have to balance many responsibilities at once and any relationships usually take more time and effort to build.
During the time I studied here, I have found that everyone is very supportive, including classmates, professors, advisors and staffs, which helps me adapt to new environment comfortably.
I realized I wanted to study Mathematics because I enjoy challenges and problem-solving. There are many concepts that I had never learned before, including Discrete Mathematics, Abstract Algebra, and Calculus IV. Learning these subjects pushed me to think more logically and critically, which made me even more interested in the field.
My recently accomplishment is to receive the second scholarship from Mathematics Department. I am very grateful because it recognized my hard work. Also, I have work as a senior proctor at Testing Center, I really enjoyed the experience because it helped me become more responsible and confident with my work.
My favorite place in Denton is always Denton Square."
- Xuan Huynh, BA of Science in Mathematics and minor in Teaching Secondary Education
