Orientation Core Staff 2008-2009
| Name: Kyle M. | Activities at Emerson: Student Admissions Representative, Orientation Core Staff, WECB Promotions Director/Treasurer, Emerson Business Editor, Class of 2009, Off-Campus Student Services Office Assistant, Service Learning & Community Action, Family Weekend, Free for the Weekend Emerson/Boston Favorites: Emerson's Cafe, Common Cafe, Quiet Lounge, Newbury St., The Public Garden, reflecting pool at the Christian Science Center, people-watching Favorite thing about Orientation: Hands down - MOVE-IN!!!!!!!!! One thing you know now that you wish you had known as a new student: Take some time for yourself. It's easy to get over-involved, so drink some tea, take a nap, and recharge! Your words of advice to a new Emerson student on making the most of their orientation experience: Attend every Orientation event you possibly can. Even though it may not apply directly to you, you'll meet so many other new students. What do you do to stay connected to your friends and family: I call my parents once a day. It may sound dorky, but I like to know what's going on back home, and my parents like to know what's going on in Boston. What advice can you give to new students on making new friends: Keep your residence hall door open - you'll make many friends that way! Your message to the families of our new students: If you need any help at all throughout the Orientation program, seek out one of the many Orientation Leaders - they'll be glad to help! You in 3 words: Enthusiastic, Committed, Outgoing |
| Name: Dylan J. | Activities at Emerson: Class of 2010 Treasurer, Emerson Democrats, Earth Emerson, Kidding Around, 2010 Secretary, Secretary of Zeta Phi Eta, OL4LIFE Emerson/Boston Favorites: The North End, anywhere near the water, the Public Gardens in the fall/spring, Fenway (GO SOX!), Upper crust, and Beacon Hill Favorite thing about Orientation: Dating Doctor!! One thing you know now that you wish you had known as a new student: It's ok to be nervous! Everyone is! Your words of advice to a new Emerson student on making the most of their orientation experience: Go to anything and everything that interests you on the Orientation Schedule. Some of my memories from Orientation are my best! What do you do to stay connected to your friends and family: TELEPHONE! I call my parents everyday. . . .some times more. Usually my mom says, "DJ, what is it now?!" What advice can you give to new students on making new friends: Be yourself. Emerson is a great place with so many unique people. No matter who you are, you can find someone who gets you. Your message to the families of our new students: You've raised an amazing bunch of children, be proud, and let them go, despite how hard it will be. You'll see them soon! (Thanksgiving is only a few months away!) You in 3 words: Vivacious, Dedicated, Energetic! |
| Name: Emi S. | Activities at Emerson: EmComm and OL4LIFE! Emerson/Boston Favorites: Bova's, Newbury Comics, Finale Favorite thing about Orientation: Meeting new people, the Dating Doctor, non-stop laughter and dancing, and free food. One thing you know now that you wish you had known as a new student: Your ID photo lasts four years! Your words of advice to a new Emerson student on making the most of their orientation experience: Go to all the social events with a positive attitude. You never know how many great people you might meet. What do you do to stay connected to your friends and family: I-Chat, lots of facebook, emails, and the occasional long international calls. What advice can you give to new students on making new friends: Be open-minded. keep your door OPEN (literally! but not when you sleep). Your message to the families of our new students: Your child is going to love it here! You in 3 words: Enthusiastic, Open-Minded, Friendly |
| Name: Katy B. | Activities at Emerson: Kappa Gamma Chi, OL4LIFE Emerson/Boston Favorites: Piano Row, Esplanade, Newbury St Favorite thing about Orientation: Intro Show, The Dating Doctor One thing you know now that you wish you had known as a new student: Go to the Library, it’s amazing! Your words of advice to a new Emerson student on making the most of their orientation experience: Meet as many people as you can and do not be afraid to introduce yourself first, because everyone is in the same boat. What do you do to stay connected to your friends and family: I e-mail my family and close friends almost everyday, and when I have time I try to call as often as possible. What advice can you give to new students on making new friends: When you are in a group of students during Orientation or in the classroom, be outgoing and share your own experiences because you will always be able to find someone with something in common with yourself, as well as differences you can learn about. Your message to the families of our new students: Emerson students are very involved and become extremely busy, especially during the first few weeks of school! This does not mean they are not homesick, but they will need space in order to adjust to living away from home. You in 3 words: Ebullient, Practical, Diligent. |
| Name: Molly G. | Activities at Emerson: Rareworks Executive Board, OL4LIFE, New Pitch in Town Emerson/Boston Favorites: The North End, Fanueil Hall, The Prudential Center, The Lyric Stage Company of Boston (I work there!), Student Rush Tickets, Newbury Street and Mike's Pastry. Favorite thing about Orientation: The Dating Doctor and HOORAY! One thing you know now that you wish you had known as a new student: That is is okay just to be YOU. Be yourself and new friends will find you. There is no need to feel the pressure to fit in because everyone at Emerson is unique and is able to find their own niche and core group of friends. Oh, and that college is not like the movies and TV shows make it out to be. . . it's better! Your words of advice to a new Emerson student on making the most of their orientation experience: Go to all of the activities, even if they seem lame or like they don't interest you, you never know what you could learn or who you could meet. What do you do to stay connected to your friends and family: I make sure to call my family almost every day and I keep in touch with friends from high school over Facebook and try to arrange visits every month or so, depending on our schedules. What advice can you give to new students on making new friends: Branch out! Get out of your dorm and get involved on campus. Some of my best friends I have made are through organizations. Also, don't discount people in your classes. There are potential new friends everywhere. Just don't hesitate to put yourself out there and be friendly. The true friends will show themselves to you. Your message to the families of our new students: College is all about adjustment. It may take time for your new student to gain an appreciation for the college lifestyle, but they will be okay. Every new experience they encounter will make them stronger and Emerson is a perfect place for anyone who is ambitious and willing to make mistakes along the path to success. They will learn to love learning and will genuinely value your support through their time of adjustment. You in 3 words: Sweet, Sassy, Sophisticated. |
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Name: Nick V. | Activities at Emerson: Kidding Around, Class of 2010, SGA, OL4LIFE, HMDN, MTS, Hall Council, Freshman Class Council, PA Senator, Zeta Phi Eta Emerson/Boston Favorites: Seeing Emerson Stage shows, walking around on a Sunday morning, the amazing restaurants and atmosphere of the North End, Newbury street, the Gap, day trips to Revere and Harvard! Favorite thing about Orientation: Hooray!, The Dating Doctor, the Intro Show / Movie, and the Welcome Center! One thing you know now that you wish you had known as a new student: Although there are over 65 recognized clubs and organizations on campus, it doesn't mean I need to be a member of all of them. Your words of advice to a new Emerson student on making the most of their orientation experience: Go to every event. You never know if you will meet your best friend, have a new and amazing experience or get some free food! What do you do to stay connected to your friends and family: I call my mom every few days and of course Facebook my friends constantly. But taking the time to do these things is important and keeps me stable. What advice can you give to new students on making new friends: Be yourself and your true friends will stick by you in the end. Your message to the families of our new students: Emerson is an amazing experience and your student is in an amazing and unique community you won't find anywhere else. They made a great choice and so did you. Family is the foundation. College simply builds upon it. You in 3 words: Dedicated, Funny, Ambitious |
| Name: Nidhi M. | Activities at Emerson: EmComm, AAF, ETIN, Emerson International, OL4LIFE, and Speak Up! Emerson/Boston Favorites: Bova's Bakery in the North End, "flour" in the South End, the Boston Dig site that just opened up on the way to the North End. Favorite thing about Orientation: Meeting the Dating Doctor and all the new students. One thing you know now that you wish you had known as a new student: Go to all the orientation events! Your words of advice to a new Emerson student on making the most of their orientation experience: Students can apply for any position any year, and it's possible for us to get it. What do you do to stay connected to your friends and family: Visit them, bribe them with home-cooked meals and keep in regular touch through the net or phone calls. What advice can you give to new students on making new friends: Knock on every door on your floor and say hi to everyone during Orientation. That way it's not awkward to talk to them throughout your life at Emerson. Your message to the families of our new students: Your child is in good hands! You in 3 words: Friendly, Friendly, and Friendlier! |
