At large universities there are hundreds of different learning possibilities. One can study mathematics, business, history, art or medicine. Classes vary from women’s history to ballet to biology. These universities or colleges are places where thousands of students go to learn more and figure out what they want to do for the rest of their lives. However, senior Lily Shepherd already knows what she wants, and it doesn’t include a conventional college education.

“I can’t imagine going to a traditional college,” said Shepherd. “The idea of another four years of academic classes sounds awful.”

She will be attending Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). The school has more degree programs and specializations than any other art and design university in the United States.

“Out of all the colleges and universities I applied to I felt that this was the one that presented me with the most opportunities,” said Shepherd. “It also gave me scholarship money and had the best weather.”

Shepherd is excited for next fall where she is going to major in Production Design with a focus on Costume Design.

“I never tire of creating outfits and the thought of being able to make outfits from every century and for every social class excites me,” said Shepherd.

All people interested in art are faced with the decision of whether to pursue their dreams and make it a career, or to keep it just a hobby.

“Many kids see art school as the easy way out, but I know I’m going to be working as hard as any of my other friends at traditional colleges, only instead of being up all night studying for my finals, I’ll be up all night finishing pieces of art,” said Shepherd.