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Mattie O'Keefe '29
- Major: Horticulture
- Minor: Business
- Hometown: Fort Worth, Texas
Biography
Mattie O’Keefe ’29 has her TSFA Floral Certification and served as the floral design manager at her high school, where she designed arrangements for large events such as prom and the annual gala.
At Texas A&M, Mattie is involved in John 15 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, the horticulture club and the floral design club. She hopes to join intramurals and a freshman leadership organization. She is also seeking opportunities to volunteer in the community, having completed nearly 400 volunteer hours during high school. Mattie appreciates the Dean’s Excellence Scholarship program because it has connected her with other high-achieving students while also relieving some of the financial burden on her family.
Mattie hopes to pursue a career in floral design, with a focus on events such as funerals and weddings, while possibly exploring viticulture. She plans to find ways to serve on campus, especially with Silver Taps.
In her free time, Mattie enjoys traveling, playing sports, fitness, cooking, reading, babysitting, playing cards and spending time with family and friends.