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2008 ORIENTATION LEADERS
Brandie Allen
Communication Sciences & Disorders Major
Tip for Freshman: Remember to study!
Alondra Anderson
Education Major
Tip for Freshman: Join the Emerging Leader Program. It's a wonderful program for incoming freshman.
Candace Atchison
Nursing Major
Tip for Freshman: Be sure to use the resources provided for you on campus.
Desiree Baker
Education Major
Tip for Freshman: Your course catalog is going to be your best friend. Make sure you get familiar with it.
Tammia Battle
Criminal Justice Major
Tip for Freshman: Don't get caught up in so many social activities that you forget about academics. It can be tempting.
Rachel Burk
Art and English Major
Tip for Freshman: Get involved. Find a place where you fit, and plug in.
Monique Byrd
Psychology Major
Tip for Freshman: RESPECT YOUR PEERS! Be sure to be courteous of others in your dorm, classroom,
and in passing. Treat others as you wish to be treated.
Briana Carson
Communication Sciences & Disorders Major
Tip for Freshman: Learn to manage your time.
Erica Crawford
Nursing Major
Tip for Freshman: Visit your professors during their office hours.
Joe Ervin
Marketing Major
Tip for Freshman: Be yourself. There's no one else like you ....I promise!
Kaynneka Gibbs
Mass Media Major
Tip for Freshman: Time management is key.
Rebecca Graves
Communication Sciences & Disorders Major
Tip for Freshman: Leave 10 minutes before class in order to be on time.
Myles Grier
Theatre Major
Tip for Freshman: Know your standards and priorities when coming to college.
Keri Guined
Communication Sciences & Disorders Major
Tip for Freshman: Campus jobs provide great opportunities. You're on campus and close to class, and the supervisors
work with your schedule. It's a great way to learn about how the university works and it's great for networking.
Donovan Head
Political Science Major
Tip for Freshman: Hit the ground running! You saw how hard it was to maintain or raise your GPA in high school.
In college, it's even more difficult. If you strive for at least a 3.5 GPA the first semester, it will give you a net to fall
back on as your courses become more rigorous. It will also put you on the Dean's list.
Ross Hegenwald
Political Science Major
Tip to Freshman: Get involved on campus and meet new people.
Emily Hill
Communication Sciences & Disorders Major
Tip for Freshman: Treat school like an 8 to 5 job, so you don't have homework at night or on weekends.
Shana Johnson
Mathematics Major
Tip for Freshman: Be sure to stay focused. Prioritize: school work before extracurricular activities.
Kyle Jonas
Biology Major
Tip for Freshman: One thing I am glad I brought to school is my bike. A bike will make your life here easier.
Keith Jones
Marketing Major
Tip for Freshman: Manage your time well and get a day planner.
Tatiana Lee
Mass Media Major
Tip for Freshman: Take advantage of the resources offered at Odum library and the Student Success Center.
Johnnie Marshall
Education Major
Tip for Freshman: Beware of the crosswalks!
Margerie Gray Massee
Speech Communication Major
Tip to Freshman: Become involved on campus. If you do, your transition into college will bean easier experience.
Katisha Mathis
Nursing Major
Tip for Freshman: Don't be afraid to approach your professors. They want to help you succeed.
Martiez Moore
Speech Communication Major
Tip for Freshman: Procrastination is assassination. Don't wait until the last minute to cram for tests, write papers, or read books!
Cassandra Murphy
Business Major
Tip for Freshman: Get involved in campus organizations so that you can make lots of different friends.
Serita Patrick
Nursing Major
Tip for Freshman: I advise every freshman to get the experience of living on campus.
Lauren Roberts
Special Education Major
Tip for Freshman: Be open to change, and learn about the services and assistance VSU offers free of charge to all students.
Daniel Shackleford
Business Major
Tip for Freshman: Work the hardest you can your first semester. It is the most crucial.
Stephanie Shurtz
Undecided Major
Tip for Freshman: Get involved on campus in every way possible without overwhelming yourself. Find a balance
between your academic life and your social life.
Cali Sims
Undecided Major
Tip for Freshman: Write everything down. It's a great way to keep up with things.
Jessica Smith
Sports Medicine Major
Tip for Freshman: Spend at least two hours a week on the front lawn.
Ellesia Thurmond
English Major
Tip for Freshman: You have only one chance to take a test. Don't be afraid to tell your friends NO!
