Name: Kathleen Ash Year in College: 4th Major: Elementary Education Plans after college: Trying oh-so hard to find at teaching position in Michigan. Activities I participate in: Sigma Phi Delta Nu Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: It is a great opportunity to meet the freshman and help make this transition easier on them. Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: For the Love...go to class!!!!!!
Name: Lydia Bates Year in College: Senior Major: Language Arts, Elementary Education Plans after college: I'm going to Youth With A Mission in California next year. I plan to listen to God as he directs me to the mission field, although I'm not sure where or when that will happen. Activities I participate in: Residence Life, IMAGE, fun hippie stuff Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: I'm involved because I want to help welcome our new students to Rochester College, which is pretty much the best college in the WORLD! Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Study hard and do your homework early, but as soon as it's done get out of your dorm, go outside, climb a tree, take advantage of the river in our back yard, meet people, don't do this college experience alone!
Name: Trisha Dasher Year in College: Junior Major: Psychology Plans after college: Grad School Activities I participate in: Delta Psi and Yearbook Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: I wanted to welcome the freshmen to Rochester College and help them get adjusted to college life. Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Get involved on campus, it will provide you with many opportunities and help you meet new people.
Name: L.J. Davidson Year in College: 4th year at RC Major: Sports Management Major Plans after college: After college I plan on getting a job hopefully one that will let me use my major/ or I might travel across the country in a family bluegrass band Activities I participate in: I am the President of TAU, this is my 3rd year as a Jump Start leader, and I love to chase deer with my car around campus Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: I am involved in Jump Start because there is a scholarship and you get to meet all kinds of new people Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Always listen to the upper classmen, they are very smart and know all. Try to be in bed by 1 A.M. especially if you have an 8 o'clock class
Name: Christian Eaves Year in College: Senior Major: Business Management Plans after college: Manage an IT or modern technologies company Activities I participate in: Spiritual Coordinator of Tau, RA of 1st floor Hoggatt Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: Get to know the new students, and help them to get the most out of their orientation and first year here at RC Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: It's ok to be very social right from the start; no one will give you hard time for trying to fit in. Don't just limit yourself to one small group of friends you meet at the start; get to know as many people as you can because you'll never know who you'll hang out with. Also, contrary to popular belief, social clubs are a great way to stay involved in the campus and get a tight-knit group of friends
Name: Krystal Gaboury Year in College: Sophomore Major: Education Plans after college: To Change the World :) (If I continue with education I will probably teach High School Political Science. However I am uncertain as to whether or not I want to be a teacher...) Activities I participate in: Work- Hungry Howies, Abercrombie, The Church. Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: I really love Rochester College and would like to help welcome the incoming freshmen. Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Get involved with other students on campus!!!
Name:Madalyn Gareau Year in College: 2 Major:Psychology Plans after college: I hope work in the field of psychology for a couple of years and then return to school to earn my Masters Degree. Activities I participate in: I'm active in Epsilon Delta Psi, and I also lead a High school small group at my church. Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: I chose to participate in Jumpstart to welcome the incoming students, and show them how fun coming to Rochester will be. Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Stay active and positive
Name: Mike Grant Year in College: Senior Major: Interdisciplinary Studies Plans after college: pursue my musical aspirations full time Activities I participate in: four-square squad, dodgeball, golfis team, and theater Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: because it is fun! Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Time flies, have fun while you're here at school./
Name: Sarah Grant Year in College: Sophomore Major: Elementary Education Plans after college: I plan on working as a substitute teacher. I want to go back to school to get my masters in Special Education. I also want to go into cosmetology Activities I participate in: I'm in Sigma Phi Delta Nu. I'm also in Stage Craft. Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: My sister is going to be a freshman next year. I'm going to Vienna next year also and wanted to meet all the new freshmen before I leave. Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Be diligent. Do not procrastinate!
Name: Miranda Hiter Year in College: Junior Major: English/Elementary Education Plans after college: Teach preschool or Kindergarten Activities I participate in: Tau, SADC, and Newspaper Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: I remember my experience as a freshman was fun and exciting. I remember my jumpstart was a lot of fun making new friends and moving on campus. I want to continue to be part of that excitement and I love meeting new people. Even though I'm not a freshman this is the next best thing. Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Do not procrastinate; if the paper is due in three weeks do not wait to the week or worst night before to write it. Don't be afraid to ask professors for help from checking a paper (this is where it helps not to wait to the last minute) or to clarify something. We are lucky to have professors who care about your success as a student. We aren't just numbers here we are individuals and the professors, faculty are willing to help so why not ask. Just from personal experience (whirly-ball) don't do anything stupid. This is a small campus so unless you want everyone to know about it and of course bring it up at every possible chance it will happen. So be wise and smart about your choices.
Name: Garrett Jamieson Year in College: 3rd Year Major: Sports Management Plans after college: Move to Florida Activities I participate in: Epsilon Theta Chi Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: To meet new people Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Get to know as many students and staff as possible, it can really help you out.
Name: Lydia Johnston Year in College: Junior Major: Social Work Plans after college: Work for some kind of non-profit working for social advocacy. Activities I participate in: Residence Life (RA), Image, random fun, campus ministry activities, Quarterlife at Kensington Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: It's a blast! I like to meet the freshmen when they first get here and just involve them in the community here. Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Get involved in the community, but don't get so busy and stressed out doing a million things that you aren't relaxing and enjoying your relationships with people and time to just do what you want. It's okay to have free time!
Name: Teddy Lehmann Year in College: Freshman Major: Liberal Arts Plans after college: I'd like to find an overseas non-profit to work for. Activities I participate in: The Student Action Diversity Committee and Ex-Libras Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: I'm really looking forward to the incoming freshman class and the opportunity to be the first to meet them. Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Don't worry when, after the first semester, all your friends have girlfriends or boyfriends instead of you. Your time will come. Besides, most of your friends will have broken up with the significant other by the end of the year and your prospects will broaden.
Name: Kristin Rice Year in College: Senior Major: Mass Communications: Public Relations Plans after college: Hopefully art school Activities I participate in: Newspaper, Sigma Phi Delta Nu, Student Government, and skating at the Onyx Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: I think Jumpstart is a fun way to get to know the freshmen who I wouldn't otherwise get a chance to know since I don't usually have classes with underclassmen. Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Have fun, but don't let your grades fall. It's hard to bring your GPA up after one semester of goofing off.
Name: Meredith Ritschdorff Year in College: sophomore Major: Psychology Plans after college: attend grad school, maybe think about starting an at home business Activities I participate in: member of TAU, celebration, various school planned events Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: Jumpstart is a great way to get to know the campus and the people on campus in which I feel I can give proper guidance. It's always fun to meet new people and see them get involved and fully enjoy being a part of Rochester College. AND the events are super fun! Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: get involved, but not TOO involved. Don't be afraid to ask for help, there are so many people here that are more than willing to talk to you, give you a helping hand, and or provide helpful, Christian influenced advice. And make smart decisions!!
Name: Rob Root Year in College: Sophomore Major: Education Plans after college: To either be a teacher or an expert on bears Activities I participate in: TAU, Outreach mentoring, Dodge ball Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: I want to help people get accustomed to Rochester College Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Get to know all of your freshman classmates, they will be at the college with for 4-5 years
Name: Amy Score Year in College: 4th year/ Senior Major: Integrated Science Elementary Education Plans after college: Teach Middle School science then own a Day Care Activities I participate in: Vice President of Alpha Tau Theta (TAU) Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: I'm involved in Jumpstart to meet the freshman and help them adjust to and get involved at RC. Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Stay on campus as much as possible. The weekends are when all the random things happen that make you friends!
Name: Carmen Stewart Year in College: Senior Major:Language Arts Elementary Education Plans after college:I hope to get a teaching job, and possible attend grad school. Activities I participate in:President of ATO Why I'm involved in Jumpstart:I am involved with Jumpstart because it will be a great way to get to meet all the new freshman and help them get acclimated to college life. Words of Wisdom for Freshmen:Meet as many people as you can. Try to get involved and really push yourself to get out of your comfort zone. Lean on God and let him show you why he brought you here.
Name:Najeema Thomas Year in College: Sophomore Major: Education Plans after college: Teaching in South America and Traveling for missions Activities I participate in: Student Government and Resident Life Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: To welcome incoming Freshman....College life is a drastic change from high school why not have some fun while going through the change Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Get involved, don't waste time watching other people get involved in campus life and activities, Go out and get something started. Your college experience is what you make it, don't waste it.
Name: Nick Timmer Year in College: Sophomore Major: Pre-Med Plans after college: Grad School Activities I participate in: Surprise, Offering Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: I want to move in early and meet the incoming Freshman class. Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: I wouldn't procrastinate because it doesn't serve you well in the end. You get so much more free time when you finish assignments early, and teachers like you better.
Name: Gary Turner Year in College: Sophomore Major: Math Education Plans after college: Teach math, or possibly music if I change my major Activities I participate in: Varsity Golf Team, Intramurals, Theta Chi, piano, singing Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: Because it's fun and the more scholarship money the better Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Get involved with a social club. You make extremely close friends and really grow close with those people. It's friendships like that that get you through college.
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Name: Bernard P. Kanjoma Year in College: Sophomore Major: International Business/Marketing Plans after college: Law School Activities I participate in: Soccer Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: To help out the new Freshman at Rochester College Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Stay positive and TIME MANAGEMENT is IMPORTANT
Name: Ryan Schrote Year in College: Junior Major: Mass Communication Plans after college: Become a cameraman for Channel 2 Activities I participate in: I am very active in intramurals Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: I want to give incoming freshmen the same experience that received Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Do your best and let Jesus do the rest
Name: Adam Southerland Year in College: Senior Major: Christian Ministries Plans after college: Either Youth Ministry or Missions Activities I participate in: Student Government, Campus Ministry, Intramurals, Res Life, Theta Chi Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: To make sure everyone has a good time. That's what I do, I have a good time. Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Don't say something stupid in your freshman year that you will be remembered by your entire time at Rochester.
Name: Keith (-opotomus) Walters Year in College: Senior Major: Business Management Plans after college: Good Question Activities I participate in: Wiffle® ball, Frisbee, Student Government Why I'm involved in Jumpstart: I worked last year. We had a good group so everything went well. Words of Wisdom for Freshmen: Live on campus if you can first semester. Play intramural Wiffle® ball and Frisbee.
Name: Kathleen Ash
Name: Lydia Bates
Name: Trisha Dasher
Name: L.J. Davidson
Name: Christian Eaves
Name: Krystal Gaboury
Name:Madalyn Gareau
Name: Mike Grant
Name: Sarah Grant
Name: Miranda Hiter 
Name: Garrett Jamieson
Name: Lydia Johnston
Name: Teddy Lehmann
Name: Kristin Rice
Name: Meredith Ritschdorff
Name: Rob Root
Name: Amy Score
Name: Carmen Stewart
Name:Najeema Thomas
Name: Nick Timmer
Name: Gary Turner
