corrego@olemiss.edu

(662)915-1136

I’m Carolina Orrego, Assistant Director of Enrollment Services for Orientation and Parent Programs.  Although I am privileged to work for Ole Miss now, I received my undergraduate degree from Florida State University and graduated with a double major in political science and sociology.  Most recently I completed my Master’s degree from the University of South Carolina in Higher Education and Student Affairs.  I was born and raised in Colombia, South America but moved to Orlando, Florida when I was a freshman in high school.  That’s where my parents reside and what I call my home away from Oxford.

My favorite thing about Ole Miss has to be the people and the beautiful campus.  Everyone is extremely nice and makes you feel right at home.  I consider Ole Miss my extended family.  I chose to work at Ole Miss because of the amazing experience I had here during the summer of 2008.  I was offered an internship with the Office of Orientation and Parent Programs as part of my graduate course work.  After being on campus for only seven short weeks, I knew I had to return to this amazing institution.  I loved all the experiences I had working with the students and families that are part of Ole Miss.  I knew I had to return for a more extended stay.

Fun Facts:
Pets:  Max, the sweetest golden retriever ever, is my family’s pet.
Secret indulgence/guilty pleasure(s):  I absolutely love coffee and anything sweet.  I bake all the time.
Favorite Food(s):  I love any Italian food and sushi.  Two stick (in Oxford) is probably one of my favorite places to eat.
If I had to eat dinner with one person who would it be and why?  I would eat dinner with my grandfather (mom’s dad).  He passed away when I was very young, and I don’t have many memories with him.  I would like to get to know him better.
If I were trapped on an island with one person who would it be and why?  Choosing just one person wouldn’t be right.  There are many people I would like to bring with me to this island.
Favorite place you have traveled to:  Cartagena, Colombia.  It is a very historical city full of adventures for everyone.  We used to go there every summer because the weather is warm all year round, and it has beautiful beaches.
Favorite Book(s):  My favorite book is Dios Vuelve en Una Harley.  It’s a great book… although I am not sure if it has been translated into English yet.