2007-08 TSPA Bios
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Alisa Abbott Welcome, new wahoos! Congrats on UVa - get ready for an AWESOME year! My name is Alisa and I'm a rising 3rd year American Studies and Religious Studies major. I transferred from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA after my first year. I'm originally from the Charlottesville area, so I know loads of insider info on fun things to do around Charlottesville and UVa. Coming to UVa has, without a doubt, been the best decision I've ever made. The opporutnities here are endless in multiple spheres of life - academic, social, athletic, etc. I am currently involved in Alternative Spring Break, Third Year Council, Virginia Competitive Cheerleading, University Democrats, Madison House, and a few other organizations. Clearly, it is incredibly easy to jump into an active lifestyle at the University, despite being a transfer - and I can't wait to help you all get acquainted. Feel free to e-mail me with any questions you may have, however trivial you think they may be, or just to grab a bite to eat sometime - I am here to help! Again, Congratulations and welcome to UVa! asa4g@virginia.edu |
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Blair Bjellos |
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Paige Corbin pcc4j@virginia.edu |
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Laura Deakins (Tri-Chair) Hey Transfers! Welcome to UVA...we're stoked you have you! My name is Laura Deakins and I am one of the TSPA Tri-Chairs for this year. I am a third year American Studies major from Lookout Mountain, TN and transferred from Furman University in Greenville, SC after my first year. Here on Grounds I have been involved in Virginia Ambassadors, Madison House's First Tee of Charlottesville Program, University Judiciary Committee, Reformed University Fellowship (RUF), and serve on the executive board of my sorority, Chi O. We have been workinghard to make this transition as seamless as possible for you and I hope you are pumped! I'm really excited to meet you all!! I am your go to girl if you have any questions or need anything at all, even if its just an Arch's date...just shoot me an e-mail and I can't wait show you around Grounds!! lld9d@virginia.edu |
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Julia Debo Welcome to Uva! Trust me, you've made the right decision! My name is Julia Debo and I'm a rising 3rd year in the College, majoring in drama! I'm an army brat so chances are I've lived near you, right now my parents are in Virginia Beach, Va, but I'm thrilled to call Charlottesville my home! Aside from anything theatrical ? I love sports (Go Buffalo Bills!), board games, reading, going out with my friends; pretty much I enjoy having a good time! Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions. See you soon! juliadebo@virginia.edu |
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Lauren Dyer Congrats and welcome to UVA! My name is Lauren Dyer and I am a rising fourth year in the College. I grew up in Leesburg, Virginia and transferred to the University in fall of 2005 from Mary Washington. Coming to UVA was the best decision of my life and I have fallen in love with everything this school has to offer. I am currently an Economics major and minoring in French. This summer I'll be studying abroad in Lyon, France through the University's program for five weeks, so I'll be able to share some of my experiences with you when I return! I am involved in a number of different activities on Grounds including volunteering through Madison House, the University Judiciary Committee as an Educator Support Officer, and my sorority. I love playing tennis, spending time on the lawn, and discovering great restaurants in Charlottesville. I know you all will absolutely LOVE it here and I can't wait to help with your transition. Get ready for the best college experience EVER! Don't hesitate to email me if you have any questions. led6f@virginia.edu |
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Hedieh Fakhriyazdi Welcome new Wahoo's! I am a second-year transfer from George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia and have had a wonderful past year here at UVA. My variety of interests have me majoring in Spanish Literature and Foreign Affairs with a minor in Urban and Environmental Planning. Since coming here I have had the opportunity to explore many new fields of study and organizations and we are here to help you do the same! I am currently involved in the Bahai Student Association, the Persian Cultural Society, the Virginia Themis Society and the Cuban American Student Association. Feel free to send me an email if you have any questions or would like to grab a bite to eat and discuss all that UVA has to offer! hf3j@virginia.edu |
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Doug Francken Welcome to the University of Virginia everyone. My name is Doug Francken and I am a rising third year currently in the College but hoping to be in the School of Commerce in the fall of ‘07. I am from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and I transferred from Penn State. In addition to being involved with the Transfer Student Peer Advisors, I am a member of the Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society and Sigma Alpha Lambda Honor Society. I am also a defenseman on the UVA Ice Hockey Team where I was selected 1st Team-All ACCHL last season. My future aspirations are to go into the field of sports management and contract law. The University of Virginia is absolutely the best place to spend your college years, I have certainly enjoyed my time here so far and I know you will too. Congratulations on being accepted and if you have any questions do not hesitate to ask me. djf2t@virginia.edu |
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Becca Green (Tri-Chair) Welcome, new Hoos! I'm thrilled you're joining the Sea of Orange here at UVA, and I am sure you'll soon be as in love with it as we are! UVA is a fantastic, busy place, and it quickly became my new home after I transferred from George Mason University (Fairfax, VA) two summers ago. Right now I'm a member of the Honor Committee and Trustees (class council), the vice president of the nursing school, and I'm involved with Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) and the University Guide Service. I'm double majoring in nursing and English literature because I have no idea what I want to do with my life. I am so glad you're joining us here... WAHOOWA!BeccaGreen@virginia.edu |
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Beau Griffith Welcome new Wahoos! My name is Beau Griffith and I'm a rising third-year majoring in Psychology. I transferred in the fall of my second year from a music conservatory, so U.Va. was way different than anything I had experienced, but I love every second of my experiences here, and you will too. I'm on the cycling team, and I'm also an editor for a student newspaper called the Declaration, so if you have any interest in club sports or writing, get in touch with me. I'm also a member of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity, and really into the whole Greek life thing at U.Va. so if you have any questions about that I'd be happy to help. wbg2x@virginia.edu |
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Max Hall
Hey transfers! Congratulations on getting into UVA--you've definitely made a great decision. My name is Max Hall and I'm a fourth-year American Politics major. I transferred in my second year from Patrick Henry Community College in Martinsville, VA and couldn't be happier here. Around Grounds I write for the Cavalier Daily student newspaper, so if you're interested in student journalism, I'd be happy to tell you everything I know about it. I am also a member of One in Four, which is a sexual assault peer education group, and FORCE, which deals with cancer awareness and prevention. I love music, hanging out with my friends, and just being at UVA. If you have questions about how to get involved with student life or just want to meet up at Bodo's or see a concert at the Satellite Ballroom, e-mail me any time. See you soon! tmh7t@virginia.edu |
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Haley Hicks By the time you will be reading this bio, you will have already made the best decision of your life. I am so excited to be a part of your UVa experience! I am a rising third year originally from St. Louis, Missouri. I went all the way to Boston University for my first year of college, but then found my home at UVa. I have great respect for anyone who choses to transfer, and I have made it my goal to share all the secrets and shortcuts I have been able to find to becoming acclimated to UVa life. I think grounds are beautiful, and the libraries are basically my life (don't worry, its not all study) so anytime you call, I will be close by and will jump at the chance to meet you for coffee/newcomb (dining hall=glorious...sometimes)/lounging on the lawn. Talk to you soon! hrh3r@virginia.edu |
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Chloe Hodson Hey new Wahoos, congratulations on coming to the University! My name is Chloe Hodson. I am a rising third year in the college of arts and sciences, majoring in Art History and Religious Studies. I transferred to UVA at the beginning of my second year from the University of Mary Washington. In addition to the TSPA program, I am involved in Student Docents at the University Art Museum, I play polo, and I work at Take it Away on the corner. I’ve loved the University for as long as I can remember, and coming here was the best decision I’ve ever made. If you ever have any questions, please feel free to ask! I can’t wait to meet you, and have a good summer! ch7he@virginia.edu |
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Kelly Keegan Hi Guys, Welcome to UVA! You are going to LOVE it here. My name is Kelly and I am a rising third year in the nursing school. I transferred from Lynchburg College and couldn’t be happier here. I am an RA, the historian for the School of Nursing Student Council, and a member of a few different service clubs on campus. I also baby sit through the nursing school. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have about anything at all. I’m sure it’s a little overwhelming coming to a new place, but I can assure you, you’ve all made a great decision and you’re all going to LOVE UVA! See you on ‘grounds’! kck8u@virginia.edu |
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Julie Kim Hey transfers, welcome to UVA! My name is Julie and I am a rising fourth year in the College, majoring in Biology in hopes of becoming a Pediatrician. I transferred in the fall of my third year from University of Massachusetts in Amherst, MA. UVA has some amazing opportunities and I’m so glad I got involved. I volunteer at the UVA Hospital through Madison House, I’m on the board for THiNK (There’s Hope in North Korea), and I work at Career Services. Last spring break, I went on a service trip to Nicaragua with the Nicaraguan Orphan Fund and had such an incredible experience. During my free time, I enjoy going to the football and basketball games, going to concerts, cooking, shopping, and exploring the restaurants in Charlottesville. Both UVA and Charlottesville have so much to offer and I know that you guys will have an AMAZING time here! I can’t wait to meet all of you in the fall! Feel to email me if you have any questions. jhk8x@virginia.edu |
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Allie Klein Congratulations and welcome to the University of Virginia! My name is Allie Klein and I am a rising third year in the College. I’m a Distinguished Major in History and a Middle Eastern Studies double major, so if you are interested in the History, Politics, or Middle Eastern Languages/Cultures Departments, I’m your girl! Luckily I had a very smooth transition to UVA, and I think this was largely because I took everyone’s advice and got involved right away. I highly recommend that you waste no time meeting fellow ‘Hoos (transfers and non-transfers alike) and begin making your mark on the University through whatever clubs or organizations grab your interest. Get pumped for football games, Bodo’s, and fall orientation! I look forward to meeting you all; feel free to email me about anything, even if just to talk about how excited you are to be a Wahoo! alk4d@virginia.edu |
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Adrienne Lester Hello transfers and congratulations on your acceptance! My name is Adrienne and I'm a rising third year studying biology in the College in hopes of studying medicine. I cannot articulate how excited you all SHOULD be. I entered the University with mild trepidation, but after my first semester, I truly felt like I was a part of a community. I've only been a student here since January, so I haven't gotten involved with as much as I would like to. However, the opportunities are endless. My best piece of advice: get involved. Not only does it make your time here more enjoyable, it gives you a reason to procrastinate doing all that homework. I look forward to meeting you all in the fall. Until then... if you have any "silly" questions or just want to chat, email me! all6e@virginia.edu |
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Taylor Maltz |
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Mary Mei Hello transfers! Welcome to the university! Congratulations on coming to UVA and I'd like to share this exciting moment with all of you! My name is Rui Mei and I am a rising third year student who would love to be in Commerce School next fall 07. I grew up in Shanghai, China and I was in Shanghai Jiaotong University and Iowa State University before I transferred here this spring 07. UVA has always been my dream school and I can still remember the day when I got accepted and received a cute UVA postcard with the Rotunda picture from one TSPA and that has become the highlight of my life. So far my college experience here is fascinating. Though I just came this spring, I made every effort to transit as smoothly as I could. In addition of being a TSPA, I've been involved in many activities, such as MIX mentor, International Student Ambassador, Fanatic Magazine, Madison House volunteering and etc. I have worked in the Alderman libarary for spring and I am taking summer classes and work in the bookstore as a cashier at the same time! I guess I am the only international transfer student in the TSPA team and I'd so much like to make you as my friends! If you have any questions, just shoot me an email and I can't wait to see you all! Love UVA! rm7fe@virginia.edu |
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Jim Miller jpm9v@virginia.edu |
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Marin Odioso Welcome to UVa! My name is Marin Odioso and I am a rising fourth year studying systems engineering. I am originally from Tampa, FL, but love calling Virginia my second home. Around Grounds, I am involved in the University Guide Service, the University Judiciary Committee, the Greek community, and the Policy Internship Program. UVA offers such a unique college experience - I hope you are excited about cheering on the Cavaliers at football games, eating Gusburgers, walking across the Lawn and Thomas Jefferson's Academical Village, and getting involved in student self-governance. Congratulations and I can't wait to meet you in the fall! marin@virginia.edu |
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Sarah Pinsky srp9w@virginia.edu |
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Melissa Reilly |
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Ileana Riva |
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Mandy Rovelli |
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Sterling Ruffin |
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Ethan Scott |
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| Jane Scudder Congratulations transfers and welcome to University of Virginia! My name is Jane Scudder and I am a rising third year in the College of Arts and Sciences. I transferred to UVA in the fall of 2006 from the George Washington University in Washington, DC. Coming to UVA was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made and I’m sure it will be the same for you! UVA offers so many great opportunities and has so many amazing people that it’s impossible not to fall in love with the school! During my first year at UVA I’ve gotten involved with Madison House, UVA Recycling, and the Greek community. I am so excited to share my experiences with you and help you create your own UVA experience!! jts6f@virginia.edu |
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Lara Seltz lms9v@virginia.edu |
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Kate Solheim kas3hg@virginia.edu |
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Bianca Spinosa Welcome new Hoos! My name is Bianca Spinosa and I am so excited you are coming to the University! I am a rising third-year who transferred to UVA from Tufts University in Boston during the fall of 2005. I grew up in Charlottesville and attended high school here (yes, that makes me a townie) and since attending UVA I have really fallen in love with all the wonderful opportunities this school has to offer. I am a Division I athlete on the Women’s Rowing team, a volunteer with the Madison House tutoring program, and a former member of the Club Swimming team. I am an Assistant Swim Coach of a local swim team over the summer. My interests include consuming Arch’s frozen yogurt in abundance, watching football games, swimming, and having an awesome time! Feel free to contact me about anything and I can’t wait to meet you all next year! brs8e@virginia.edu |
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Pam Strong (Tri-Chair) Congratulations and welcome, new 'hoos! We're so excited that you are coming to UVA. I'm Pam, a rising fourth-year studying finance and management in the School of Commerce. Last year I was a TSPA and I am thrilled to be a tri-chair for the program this year! I grew up in Massachusetts but my parents live outside of Phildelphia now. I came to UVA after spending my first year at the University of Richmond, and without a doubt it has been the best decision of my life. I love this university and the Charlottesville area-they both have so much to offer. I am on the club field hockey team and a few other things, and keep myself busy with Comm school stuff, and try to spend any free time outside because this university is gorgeous! Football/basketball/baseball/lacrosse games, Foxfield, the Corner and the Downtown Mall are some of my favorite things here. This summer will be my second one spent in Charlottesville, proof that this is a great place to be. I can't wait to meet you all and I'd love to answer any questions you have! pls3e@virginia.edu |
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Heather Welborn Holla Back New 'HOOS! My name is Heather Welborn and I'm a rising third year in the college. I'm from Mooresville, NC aka Race City USA, if you follow NASCAR (which I don't but random people come up to talk to me about Mooresville). I'm majoring in History and Germanic Studies. I'm also in the Distinguished Majors Program for History- so if you're thinking about writing a thesis in undergrad (which you should) and have any questions let me know. I'm also on the Women's Rugby Team here and I highly recommend to new Hoos getting involved in something you enjoy here. So, Congrats! And I hope to meet you all in the fall. hrw3f@virginia.edu |
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Colleen Wolfe Hey transfers! Welcome to The University! I’m Colleen from Rockville, Maryland and I’m rising third year Art History major with a possible minor in Biology. I transferred here last fall from a small school in Maryland called St. Mary’s College of Maryland. I came into UVA pre-med, so I actually know a lot about the biology and chemistry departments here, but I can also help you with the art and architectural history programs because I’ve been spending a lot more time in those departments lately. I’ve dabbled around in a lot of different extracurricular activities too, so feel free to ask me about them because extracurricular involvement is a pretty popular concept here. I’m really excited to be a TSPA and to introduce you guys to Charlottesville and the surrounding area! Feel free to e-mail me this summer! cmw5v@virginia.edu |
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Juliana Yoon jy2x@virginia.edu |
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Megan Young Welcome to UVa! My name is Megan Young, and I am a rising third year in the College, double majoring in English and History. I am originally from Collierville, Tennessee which is right outside of Memphis. I transferred in the fall from Washington and Lee University, and I absolutely love UVa and Charlottesville! Around Grounds, I am involved with Alpha Delta Pi sorority, The Fanatic Magazine, University Singers, and Monroe Society, among others. I'd love to answer any questions you have, and I am so excited to meet y'all this fall! mfy5t@virginia.edu |
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Samantha Zoller Welcome everyone! I know you’ll love UVA just as much as I do and I can’t wait to meet you all in August! Here is a little about myself: I am from Northern Virginia (Purcellville to be exact) and I transferred from the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia. I am a rising third year in the College of Arts and Sciences pursuing a double major in economics and religious studies. I am involved as a Madison House tutor and a volunteer at the Charlottesville SPCA. Congratulations on your admittance and I know you will love UVA the minute you arrive! sz2d@virginia.edu |
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