Ty Smith

Story by Peter Narrai

Ty Smith started his academic and athletic career at USF in 2016, graduated last semester with a major in business administration and a minor in finance and economics. After undergrad, Smith will be pursuing a Masters in business with a focus in management. He was born and raised in Sioux Falls and hopes to pursue a career in finance.

When asked what it was like to graduate early, before his class, Smith stated, “It’s unique but very beneficial. I get a jump start on life after school and entering the job force at a time when a lot of people aren’t, which means less competition for me.” Smith will be starting his career in Chicago in the following year at U.S. Bank. Smith wanted to look for a job right away and not take the time off. He has always been a hard-working individual at USF, putting his best foot forward in academics and on the football field, as well as always being one of the hardest workers on the field. “I used my degree to find a job that I would be passionate where I work,” stated Smith.

When asked about his time at USF and how it will help his future, he had nothing but great things to say. “I think the biggest thing will be the people I’ve met. I now have so many connections with different individuals around the country that it will help me no matter where I end up in life.”