“ Don’t be nervous when looking into groups or communities to join! I would not trade my experiences for the world.”
Megan Wooster
Tarleton State Alumna, Class of 2023 | First Generation Graduate
The One Where Megan Finds Her Home
Paving a way for yourself in college can pose a few challenges whether you’re a “legacy student” or a first generation Texan looking to take control of your future.
For Tarleton State alumna, Megan Wooster, getting involved on and off campus was the ultimate key to success!
Originally from a small town north of Austin, Texas, Wooster quickly made Tarleton State her new home while also making quite the impact on campus.
“I chose Tarleton because I loved the small town and it felt like my home away from home,” Wooster said.
The One Where Megan Gets Crafty
In 2019, Megan founded her own handmade craft business called Meg’s Crafts. She focused on creating handmade car freshies, candles, custom items and much more! A few of her bestsellers included graduation regalia as well as Duck Camp memorabilia for Tarleton Transition Mentors.
Business boomed for three years before Wooster underwent nerve surgery, enabling her from continuing her career in crafts.
The One Where Megan Gets Involved
In 2020, Megan became heavily involved in the Phi Mu Panhellenic Council where she later served as Ritual Chair. She also served prospective students by becoming a Duck Camp TTM (Tarleton Transition Mentor).
“Being a TTM had the greatest impact on my life. Joining a big community and learning how to lead a team prepared me for life post-grad. I loved getting the chance to help freshmen navigate their way through the transition while also being their first line of support,” Wooster shared.
Her giving heart did not stop there. Wooster joined the Tarleton RoundUp initiative in 2021 where she helped serve and beautify the Stephenville community with fellow Texans.
Megan quickly found that being involved in a little bit of everything was the best way to make the most out of her time on campus.
“ Don’t be nervous when looking into groups or communities to join! I would not trade my experiences for the world,” Wooster said.
The One Where Megan Graduates
After about 2.5 years on campus, Megan graduated with her Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Management in December 2023.
Megan knew that the best way to set herself up for greatness post-grad was by completing an internship. Shortly before completing her degree, Wooster applied for and began an internship at Amazon.
“I loved it {the internship} so much that I continued working with Amazon after graduation! Tarleton State was a vital part of my success. I truly love the people I get to work with,” Wooster said.
Since graduating, Megan has been able to not only grow into her career but she has also been able to explore the world by taking solo and group trips.
Megan did not simply attend Tarleton State, she made it her home. Between making forever friends, getting involved on campus and connecting with students one craft at a time, it was impossible for Wooster to not feel at home.
“If you want to attend a college that has a small town vibe that has so many different ways to get involved, Tarleton is your place,” Wooster shared!