Class of 2024 - Eyman Zaitar

1) Why did you choose WVU?

I chose WVU Dental School because I was truly drawn to being at a school that provides care to underserved communities. I also genuinely love the fact that we have a smaller class size, creating a very close-knit community with faculty, students, and staff.

2) What is your favorite activity?

My favorite activities are crafting and playing sports.

3) What is your favorite TV program, movie, and who is your favorite music artist?

My favorite TV show is Grey’s Anatomy. My all-time favorite movie has to be Titanic.

4) Who has been your greatest influence in your life, other than a family member, and why?

The greatest influential person in my life is my high school chemistry teacher. Chemistry was a very tough subject for me, but my teacher was very passionate about her students’ success. She went beyond in everything she did; the way she taught, the homework assignments, the office hours she held, and every minute she spent with her students. Because of her, chemistry has become my easiest and favorite subject.

5) If you could be anyone, other than yourself, who would that be and why?

If I could be anyone, other than myself, I would definitely be my parents. They are the most hardworking people I have ever met, and they always surprise me with their ways of thinking. I can't express the many sacrifices they have made only to raise my siblings and I to become the best versions of ourselves. I truly aspire to be as great as them one day, and here I am, about to make my and my parent's greatest dream come true.

6) What are your biggest worries about coming to the WVU dental school this fall?

My biggest worry about coming to WVU Dental School this fall is the fact that I will be away from my family and especially my two younger sisters. We have become too close, and it will be very hard to be away from them.

7) How do you deal with stress?

I deal with stress through yoga and running.

8) If you could change the world, what would you do?

If I can change the world, I would have world peace and eradicate all diseases.