Gino Maxi (2012)
My First Generation Story
About the Student
Gino Maxi is the third of four children. Gino is the first in his family to graduate high school and earn a bachelor’s degree. College was within his reach with the help of an athletic scholarship from Minot State University’s football team. Gino pushes himself every day to be the best person he can be in the classroom, on the field, and around the community. Struggling with injuries throughout his college career, he understands the importance of academics and strives to do his best at all times. Gino is currently enrolled in the Information Systems program at Minot State University.
Student Stats
| Name: | Gino Maxi (2012) |
| Age: | 22 |
| Year in School: | Senior |
| Major: | Management Information Systems |
| Favorite Course: | Networking |
| Dream Job: | Network Operations Engineer |
About the School
Minot State University is a regional, public institution located in
the northwest region of North Dakota, serving students from Minot, the
region, state, nation, and other countries. Undergraduate and graduate
courses and programs are offered on campus and at a distance, through
face-to-face, online, and alternative modes of delivery. Non-credit and
professional training and experiences are offered to students and
community members.
Committed to high academic standards and professional support for
students,
the university is dedicated to student success, engaged and life-long
learning, advancement
of knowledge, effective student service, and development of students of
character. These commitments are grounded in effective and motivated
teaching and learning, scholarship, and service. General studies and a
variety of programs are offered in the arts and sciences, business, and
education and health sciences.
A wide range of student support services is provided to on-campus and
off-
campus students.
The university values critical and creative thinking, vitality of
communities and cultures, stewardship of place, and the multicultural
and global environment. The university honors and supports the dignity
and rights of diverse individuals, freedom of expression, academic
freedom, ethical and moral behavior, integrity, fairness, and honesty.
Minot State University is first and foremost dedicated to the success of
all students: their growth and development as educated citizens, their
confidence, and their
life-long devotion to the common good and the welfare of others.