Student spotlight: Meet Benjamen Jones

Education is one of the four pillars of UNMC’s mission and our students are the lifeblood of that aspect of campus life.

In UNMC Today’s Student Spotlight, we get to know some of these students, who will become tomorrow’s health care professionals.

Today we meet:

• Name: Benjamen Jones
• Hometown: Columbus, Neb.
• Program/Year: Second-year physician assistant student

List three songs on your playlist.

• “Walk,” Kwabs
• “Freedom,” Allen Stone
• “A Rush of Blood,” Coasts

What sparked your interest in medicine?
I have always had an interest in medicine, although I did not know exactly what path to take. By stepping out of my comfort zone, I was able to find some clarity. After spending time traveling — abroad and domestically — and doing a couple of medical missions, I found the desire to pursue a career in physician assistant studies. The flexibility and opportunity for lateral movement as a PA are what drew me in.

Your favorite study snack is:
Trail mix and sweet potato chips

Your favorite app is:
SoundCloud

Three things people may not know about you:

• My twin sister and I are the youngest of nine children.
• I am an avid rock climber and plan to get more involved in mountaineering.
• I would like to eventually spend some time as a practicing PA overseas.