STRIDE Peer Mentors | Bios

 

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Jordan Gunnink

Major: Secondary Education: Social Sciences

 

The most inspirational persons/mentors in my life are my family and myself.

 

Best advice I can give an incoming freshman is always give 100% and never hold back.

 

I’m from a small town in Minnesota. I have always enjoyed athletics and reading. I am a sophomore this



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Seth Reeve

Major: Sport Management
Minor: Business Administration

 

The most inspirational persons/mentors in my life are my parents.

 

Best advice I can give an incoming freshman is don’t be afraid to ask questions in class. Try to get involved on campus.

 

I’m from a small town right outside Des Moines, IA. I enjoy going for long runs and hanging out with friends. I play rugby on campus and am involved in a lot of different organizations.

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Madeline Brush

Major: Public Relations Communications

 

The most inspirational persons/mentors in my life is my mother.

 

Best advice I can give an incoming freshman is to learn to balance school and fun. Try not to sign up for classes too early in the morning, you might regret it. Be open to people and ideas.

 

I love reading books and listening to music. I enjoy the finer things in life.


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Kirsten Flint

Major: Fashion Merchandise
Minor: Business Administration

 

The most inspirational persons/mentors in my life is my mom.

 

Best advice I can give an incoming freshman is don’t be afraid to ask your professors for help.

 

I'm an outgoing, nice person. I’m honest and I like to help people when I can. I’m also a funny person who loves to talk and meet new people! I am from Missouri Valley, IA. I am a Junior. I like to watch Iowa football.


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Katie Baker

Major: Elementary Education

 

The most inspirational persons/mentors in my life is my mom, she inspires me because she is a very strong person and she can get me through anything.

 

Best advice I can give an incoming freshman is make sure you stay organized. Go to all of your classes and develop relationships with your professors.

 

I’m going to be a Junior, and I am from Kearney, Ne. I am fun and outgoing and I like to play games. I’m the youngest of two and my family and friends are very important to me. A fun fact about me is I was born on my dad’s birthday.



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Alison Lilley

Major: Special Education

 

The most inspirational persons/mentors in my life is my mother. She inspires me to become the first one to graduate from college in our family.

 

Best advice I can give an incoming freshman is don’t give up! Things get tough but you can overcome any obstacle. Just believe in yourself.

 

I’m short, outgoing, caring and easy to talk to. I’m from the Island that is so Grand. I love playing volleyball and soccer. I like being a leader and helping people out when they need it. I love Nebraska football, they’re way better then Texas and Iowa.

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Nick Junck

Major: English

 

The most inspirational persons/mentors in my life is my grandma.

 

Best advice I can give an incoming freshman is to work on being able to manage your time.

 

I am local to Wayne and love to have fun, yet I have hard-working, studying side. I like meeting new people, so don’t be afraid to come say hi.

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Seth Bernstrauch

Major: Applied Human Sport and Physiology

 

Best advice I can give an incoming freshman is be open to meeting new people and trying new things.

 

I am from South Sioux City, NE. I love playing sports and being outside. I am a sophomore. Nebraska football is the best.

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Courtney Fogle

Major: Elementary Education / Early Childhood Unified

 

The most inspirational person/mentor in my life is my mom because she pushes me to do my best!

 

Best advice I can give an incoming freshman is to be your self. Don’t be scared, college is a fun and new adventure!

 

I am from Elkhorn, NE. I have one sister who is my best friend. I love to dance and be active. I love to hang out with friends and meet new people.


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Brittany Meyer

Major: Elementary Education
Subject endorsement in Early Childhood
education.

 

The most inspirational persons/mentors in my life are my parents. They support me and give me advice if I have a problem or just need to talk.

 

Best advice I can give an incoming freshman is not to procrastinate! Write notes and reminders, use your resources and make as many friends as you can.

 

I am from Hastings, Ne. I am s Senior. I love volunteering at my old elementary school. I worked at 2 daycares this summer.

 

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