SAA Spring 2014 Newsletter

Newsletter

Student Admissions

Ambassadors

Spring 2014

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Rishi Kolusu

Freshman

Music Education &

Biology

Jefferson Fosbender

Junior

Economics

Molly Norman

Junior

Comm. Studies

Rhydian Talbot

Sophomore

Public Relations

Welcome to SAA!

By:

Daniel Vorwerk

Abbie Kreun

Sophomore

Public Relations

Bart Frederick

Junior

Marketing

Emily Thompson

Sophomore

Art Studio

Emily Newton

Junior

Math Education

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Spring Retreat.

By:

Pat Chizek

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The spring 2014 retreat was a great opportunity to get to know new members, as well as

strengthen bonds with existing ones. After enjoying a tasty feast of food, we jumped into an activity

called “Reach Out and Touch Somebody.” This was an anonymous way to let members know how they

have made an impact on the lives of other people in the group. This activity proved to be very power-

ful. Next we were split into two separate groups and participated in different activities. In one of the ac-

tivities, our minds were tested with a memory and teamwork game where the group had to literally

“piggy back” off each other in order to finish the challenge. The other activity was a time to comfort

one another during a more intimate session of "If you really knew me." Both activities allowed everybody

to get to know each other better and connect with old and new members alike.

Just like every retreat, we wrapped up with a very competitive game of "Ships and Sailors." The

aggression and determination that takes part during this game is unmatched. The night was a great

success and was a very memorable retreat to say the least. The Membership Development committee

did a fantastic job organizing and setting up for the retreat. This retreat allowed us to create memories

and build trust in each other. It was a wonderful way to "UNPLUG" for a night and really "CONNECT!"

Panther of the Month.

By:

Daniel Vorwerk

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EadieMarie Schettler

The January Panther of the Month is Eadie-

Marie. This ambassador deserves POM for be-

ing such a good friend. You are kind, lovely in-

side and out and fun to be around. You really

care about others and for that reason, people

always want to be around you. You do a

fabulous job in including others in your plans

and in the SAA group. Thank you for being a

role model and a perfect representative of

this group.

Cynthia Carrazco

The February Panther of the Month is Cynthia

Carrazco. This ambassador deserves to be

POM for being so dedicated to her role in

Dance Marathon as a morale exec this year. I

have been watching your commitment, and

you are doing an amazing job with this won-

derful philanthropic organization. You are so

caring and give 100% effort in everything you

do for others.

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Jordy Brown

The March Panther of the Month is Jordy

Brown. This ambassador has an incredible

dedication to residence life and all that he

does for the community of UNI. I watch him

put so much effort into looking out for his resi-

dents every day, and they in return absolutely

adore and respect him. This ambassador

teaches me lessons not just in talk but through

his actions about compassion, acceptance,

not taking yourself too seriously and having

passion for what you do in every facet of your

life.

Bart Frederick

The April Panther of the Month is Bart Freder-

ick. This ambassador has demonstrated his

ability and willingness to step up to the plate

when needed, and does it with a kind heart

and a positive attitude! He has immersed him-

self in everything that it means to be a great

ambassador, from volunteering his time for the

group to spending time with members outside

of our regular meetings.

Apple Polishers. Page 6

By:

Bart Frederick

Each spring, the members of SAA honor somebody on campus that

has made an impact on their time at UNI at our Apple Polishers Cere-

mony. Whether it’s a professor, a president, or any other member of

the fantastic faculty, it’s great to take a step back and show them how

much we appreciate the hard work that they do.

The event started out with a meet and greet with some light snacks

provided by UNI Catering. Throughout this time, it was incredible to see

that so many of the ambassadors and honorees already knew each

other. It just goes to show that the people the ambassadors chose to

honor go out of their way to help students and make a positive impact

on all of our lives.

After the meet and greet it was time for the award ceremony. Mr.

Paul Sapp started the ceremony by letting the honorees know why

they were all invited to the ceremony and how much the ambassadors

sincerely appreciate their commitment to the students of UNI. Following

Sapp, each student had a few minutes to say a couple of words of ap-

preciation about their honoree. Some people laughed, others cried,

but no matter what the emotion, you could tell that each student sin-

cerely appreciated their honoree. After each speech, the ambassa-

dors presented their honoree with an Apple Polishers coffee mug and

a coveted apple trophy.

At the conclusion of the speeches, it was hard to tell who was more

honored, the ambassadors or the honorees. Whatever the case

though, this year’s Apple Polisher Ceremony was a great success.

I’m sure that we have all heard the expressions “College are the best years of your life” and “You

meet your best friends in college” at some point in our lives. What no one ever mentions though is

why these are true. I know that throughout our time in the Student Admissions Ambassadors, we have

finally learned what this meant.

We are a select group of 50 students who share the same love of UNI and their fellow panthers.

However, our first day can be a little overwhelming. Luckily, all new members, Little Purples, are paired

with an older member, Big Purples, for a semester to complete challenges and get to know people

within the group. For those who enjoy a little competition, there are prizes awarded each meeting for

best Big/Little picture.

Vice President of Membership, Jake Lewis, has been a wonderful leader of this group for the past

year. He has paired Bigs and Littles well and we all look forward to our new leader, Jordy Brown, who

is sure to carry on this wonderful tradition. It is through this partnership and silly challenges (or just a

quick bite together for lunch) that we are introduced to the wonderful people that make up the UNI

Student Admissions Ambassadors.

Big’ Lil’ Purple.

By:

Stacey Howes

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Good Luck, Seniors!

By: Andrew

Rubenbauer

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Amy Stoll

Statewide Communication Specialist at Mid-Sioux Opportunity in

Remsen, IA

If you could give one piece of advice to current members, what

would it be? “Try to meet every member in SAA and find something

out about them! Find a positive quality about everyone and love

them all. :)”

Andrew Rubenbauer

Promotions Staff at Des Moines Radio Group in Des Moines, IA


would it be? - “Trust yourself. You know more than you think you do.”

-Dr. Benjamin Spock

Bridget Nulty

Sales Position at The HON Company in Muscatine, IA.


would it be? “Contrary to popular belief, balance is the key to sur-

vival in college - not food, water, strength, etc. Being able to make

time for academics, your social life, and yourself is easier said than

done. Google calendar will save you.”

Courtney Gross

Staying in Cedar Falls for the summer and taking on the exciting ad-

venture of not knowing what lies ahead.

What is your favorite UNI memory? “If I had to choose I would say be-

ing apart of the Love Does Initiative this past February. It was amaz-

ing to see college students come together to purchase and put to-

gether AIDS caregiver kits for World Vision.”

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Cynthia Carazco

Intern at the Boys and Girls Club of the Cedar Valley in Waterloo, IA

What is your favorite UNI memory? “Homecoming week is my favor-

ite memory! It's simply a week full of Panther pride, and what's bet-

ter than that?”

EadieMarie Schettler

Executive Team Lead at Target in the North Chicago Suburbs

What is your favorite UNI memory? “Being a part of creating our

Pride Cry routine every year solidified all of my favorite things about

my time at UNI: music, SAA and stomping! Winning Pride Cry with

SAA & CATS during last fall's Homecoming was definitely a highlight.

I don't know if I'll ever forget the joy of hearing Lang Hall erupt when

we won."

Erin Maltby

Student Affairs Master's Degree at Iowa State University in Ames, IA

What is your favorite UNI memory? “I couldn't possibly narrow it

down to one! I'll always remember my performances with the jazz

department, Wind Symphony, and PMB. My other favorite memo-

ries are all of the coffee/4 queens/dinner dates that allowed me to

connect with those I now consider to be great friends. Life chats!”

George Guardado

Educational Leadership and Policy Master’s Program at the Univer-

sity of Utah in Salt Lake City, UT

What is your favorite UNI memory? “When I walk away from UNI, my

favorite memory will be my overall experience here. I will look back

and know that it was truly the best four years of my life!”

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Jacob Lewis

Assurance Practice with Pricewater Coopers in Minneapolis, MN


would it be? "It is our choices... that show what we truly are, far more

than our abilities." - Albus Dumbledore

Joann Chenoweth

Student Affairs Administration Higher Education Master’s Degree at

Ball State University in Muncie, IN

What is your favorite UNI memory? “Living in Anatevka House fresh-

men year. Through night time adventures across campus, scratch

cupcakes, dinners at Sakura, and movie nights in Campbell I devel-

oped some of the closest and most meaningful relationships of my

life. Those girls have shaped my UNI experience into what it is today

and I will always be grateful for my time in Anatevka House.” Megan Britt

Student Affairs Administration Master’s Degree at University of Wis-

consin-La Crosse in La Crosse, WI.


would it be? “Always be super intentional with potential students and

families. There is no better feeling that having someone come up to

you and say ‘You gave me my tour, and that is why I came to UNI.”

Mitch Anderson

I will begin a full time job in the Midwest area.

What is your favorite UNI memory? “My favorite UNI memory would

be, being involved in SAA. This opportunity has given me so many

friends who I am close to as well as allowed me to grow as a person

throughout my time in the group.”

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Ramya Varadaraju

Rockwell Collins in Cedar Rapids, IA then graduate school in Spring.


would it be? “Try to do as much as you can. It's easy to not sign up

for events because you have other things to do, but the more you

give to this organization, the more you get out of it.”

Sara Rockow

Summer Position with the 4-H Program at the Iowa State University

Extension and Outreach in Ames, IA

What is your favorite UNI memory? “Favorite Memory!? Conversa-

tions and relationships. They are impossible to replicate and lasting

moments of impact.”

Sarah Korte

Student Teaching in Cedar Falls, IA


would it be? “Be intentional with your time, your conversations, and

your actions.”

Sarah Ormsby

Move to NYC!!!

What is your favorite UNI memory? “Campaniling with my boo

thang. And pride cry this year!!!!”

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Shelby Huster

Professional School Counseling Master’s Degree at the University of

Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, IA


would it be? “I have had so many amazing memories here at UNI

and encourage current members to enjoy their time at UNI to the

fullest because four years goes by fast!”

Stacey Howes

D.D.S. at University of Iowa College of Dentistry in Iowa City, IA


would it be? “I would tell them to not to be afraid to blaze their own

trail. One of the best parts of SAA and college was knowing that I

had the power to be whoever I wanted to be.”

Susan Johnson

Student Affairs Master's Degree at Iowa State University in Ames, IA


would it be? "Say yes to as much as possible. Go out for coffee dates

with other members, go to Taco Tuesday, go to the OP after meet-

ings, be in Pride Cry, go to Comm Out events. Even if you think you

might be too busy, trust me — you don't want to miss out on these

memories."

Service.

By:

Rhydian Talbot

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Serving as the “face of UNI,” Student Admissions Ambassadors represent this university positively both

on campus and off, serving members of the UNI community and beyond. The spring semester forded a

number of opportunities for our student leaders to extend goodwill through a variety of service pro-

jects.

Rubbing shoulders with some of our tiniest future Panthers, a crew of SAA members headed to Lin-

coln Elementary School to lend a hand at their annual carnival. From manning the prize table to tam-

ing “the snake pit” station, members managed to keep pace with the elementary students at the fam-

ily-focused event.

In support of another student organization, Joe Noonan led a team of SAA members to assist UNI

Hardwoods and over 180 other volunteers in planting 4,000 sapling trees. Raising money for the Interna-

tional Medical Corps, they helped replace trees throughout the Cedar Valley damaged by the emer-

ald ash borer infestation and the floods of 2008. With the welcome appearance of warm spring

weather at their backs, the group was part of a successful service event that more than doubled in size

from the previous year.

Rounding out the semester of service, volunteer projects dot the calendar leading all the way to Fi-

nals Week. Through assisting Habitat for Humanity, serving a meal for the Catholic Worker House, clean-

ing up highway trash, participating in on-campus Volunteer Tuesdays, and tackling one more carnival

at Orchard Hill Elementary School, our ambassadors continue to spread Panther pride by lending a

helping paw.

SAA in Pictures.

By:

Daniel Vorwerk

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