Tate Staker

Name: Tate Staker
Major: Biology
Graduation: 2026
Instagram: @tatestaker

Tate is an aspiring pre-med student from Dripping Springs, Texas. He discovered his passion for life science while shadowing physicians in clinics in Utah and Las Vegas. Tate enjoys making music with his friends, working on his small-engine motorcycle, and attending Fuego Fridays.

What’s one item on your bucket list?
I want to own a slammed Mazda Miata

What are your favorite books? / What are you currently reading?
I love John Steinbeck's novels and I own an original print of The Grapes of Wrath

What are three things that can always be found in your pantry/refrigerator?
I always keep sparkling water and instant oatmeal on hand

Why did you decide to join the Honors Program?
My dad is an honors alum and loved his time in the program. He considers it the premier academic experience at BYU and encouraged me to take it. In the honors program, I hope to explore a broad range of disciplines and prepare a strong resume for future graduate school applications.

What has been your favorite Honors experience?
The Honors events are social and memorable. I enjoyed eating churros with fellow Honors students at the introduction banquet last semester and hearing their insights into the program and its possibilities.

What is your next step in Honors?
My next step in the Honors Program is completing my commitment interview and enrolling in some of the program's fascinating and unique interdisciplinary classes. I am especially intrigued by Honors 225: "The Destruction of Atoms and the Creation of Modern Society". I plan on enrolling if it sticks around next semester.