Steve Olson

Hometown: Charlotte, N.C.

Degrees: Brevard College ’16, B.S. Environmental Studies & Geology; N.C. State University ’21, M.S. Environmental Risk Assessment; East Carolina University (In Progress), Ed.D. Higher Education Administration

Favorite Spot on Campus: Botanical Gardens

What makes Charlotte great to you?
It’s essentially a small town amongst gorgeous red maples, loblolly pines, oaks, poplars, hickories and crepe myrtles.

What’s your go-to karaoke song?
“I’d Do Anything For Love” by Meatloaf

If you were an expert in something besides admissions and higher education, what would it be?
Medieval history

What’s your favorite thing about the city of Charlotte?
The museums!

What’s your one piece of advice for students?
Don’t get too caught up on your degree or set path. Life is full of changes, and when you’re younger, it’s easy to feel like your pigeon holing yourself for the rest of your life. It’s okay if interests, jobs and more changes!