Anna Armstrong
Year: Sophomore
Major: Dietetics
Hometown: Columbus, Indiana
E-mail: alamstr@purdue.edu

What advice do you have for freshmen in CFS?

“Work hard in your classes and get good grades because this is one of your easiest years. Have fun studying and learn to study with groups. Do not be afraid to get involved in as many clubs as you can. It is a great way to meet people and make friends."

Amy Conklin
Year: Junior
Major: Dietetics/Nutrition, Fitness, and Health
Hometown: Fairborn, Ohio
E-mail: alconkli@purdue.edu

What is the most fun activity you've done at Purdue?

“I assisted with President Jischke's campaign finale. The indoor football practice field was transformed into a 5-star dining facility. The evening endedwith fireworks of confetti that sounded to 'Hail Purdue.' It was amazing!"

Kelli Crubaugh
Year: Junior
Major: Hospitality and Tourism Management

Hometown: Fort Wayne, Indiana
E-mail: kcrubaug@purdue.edu

What did you find most beneficial about your internship?

“The most beneficial part was the confidence and leadership skills that I developed from the hands-on experience that I was not able to get in a classroom setting. I was able to get a feel for what I'd be doing in the future and confirmed this major is perfect for me."

Trevor Frauhiger
Year: Senior
Major: Selling and Sales Management
Hometown: Ossian, Indiana
E-mail: tfrauhig@purdue.edu

What will you miss about Purdue when you graduate?

“I'll miss everything — friends, football, tailgates, road trips, professors, and even classes (well, some classes). If I could, I'd stay forever!"

Alex Gagnon
Year: Senior
Major: Retail Management
Hometown: Fort Benton, Montana
E-mail: agagnon@purdue.edu

What is your dream job?

“My dream job in the apparel industry would be a job that challenges me, allows me to be creative, lets me experience new cultures and languages, and that is so thrilling and exciting that I wake up every morning dying to go to work!"

Leana Gonsalves
Year: Junior
Major: Hospitality and Tourism Management
Hometown: Warren, New Jersey
E-mail: lgonsalv@purdue.edu

What should a prospective student know about CFS?

"CFS is a college that fully prepares its students for careers emphasizing a strong foundation in business, science, and hands-on experiences."

Samantha Gregory
Year: Junior
Major: Dietetics
Hometown: Crown Point, Indiana
E-mail: stgregor@purdue.edu

How do you prioritize your time?

“I try to get the most difficult or time-consuming projects out of the way first and complete work as far in advance as possible. However, I always make time to relax because nothing gets done well under stress."

Derek Herrmann
Year: Senior
Major: Hospitality and Tourism Management
Hometown: Evansville, Indiana
E-mail: dherrman@purdue.edu

How do you prioritize your time?

“I am involved in several organizations and rely heavily on my Mortar Board (Purdue's yearly calendar/planner) to keep me organized. I always keep a set of books with me so that I can study any chance I get, even if I have only 10 minutes."

Bridget Hollingsworth
Year: Senior
Major: Dietetics
Hometown: Evansville, Indiana
E-mail: bholling@purdue.edu

What is your dream job?

“My dream job is to work in an organization that provides public health services to underserved populations."

Nicole Johnson
Year: Senior
Major: Retail Management
Hometown: Lowell, Indiana
E-mail: johns224@purdue.edu

What will you miss about Purdue when you graduate?

“One of the things I will miss the most about Purdue is the way campus feels in the spring after the weather has warmed up. Everyone comes out of hibernation and plays outside and grills out. There is music coming out of every house on campus. It kicks the summer off early!"

Lauren Jones
Year: Senior
Major: Selling and Sales Management
Hometown: St. Louis, Missouri
E-mail: lejones@purdue.edu

What is your dream job?

“My dream job would be to work for the Make-A-Wish Foundation and give children who are suffering with life-threatening illnesses hope and a reason to smile."

Kristi Kirtley
Year: Junior
Major: Early Childhood Education and Exceptional Needs
Hometown: Modoc, Indiana
E-mail: kkirtley@purdue.edu

What should a prospective student know about CFS?

“CFS offers a wide variety of majors for nearly every personality type. There is something for everyone in the College of Consumer and Family Sciences!"

Robyn Kriek
Year: Senior
Major: Hospitality and Tourism Management
Hometown: Glenshaw, Pennsylvania
E-mail: rkriek@purdue.edu

What do you like most about CFS?

“I think our school is very friendly and organized. It's easy to get to know people and make friends with similar interests. There are also a lot of opportunities to get involved and have fun!"

Bridget McClatchey
Year: Junior
Major: Dietetics
Hometown: Morocco, Indiana
E-mail: bmcclatc@purdue.edu

What did you find most beneficial about your internship?

“I would say the connections, knowledge, and experience I gained through my internship at Land O' Lakes were the most beneficial for me. All three of these areas will serve as a strong foundation for me, both as an individual and as a professional."

Jeff Mensah
Year: Senior
Major: Selling and Sales Management
Hometown: Indianapolis, Indiana
E-mail: jmensah@purdue.edu

Why did you choose to attend Purdue?

“Purdue offered me the most financial support and all of the smart kids go to Purdue, so I knew it was the right choice for me."

Brittany Millben
Year: Junior
Major: Youth, Adult, and Family Services
Hometown: Muncie, Indiana
E-mail: bmillben@purdue.edu

What is your dream job?

“My dream job would be to own my own Christian-based women's clinic and birthing center because I enjoy helping others and being part of a new life."

Michelle Murbach
Year: Senior
Major: Apparel Design and Technology/Retail Management
Hometown: Prospect Heights, Illinois
E-mail: mmurbach@purdue.edu

What will you miss about Purdue when you graduate?

“I will miss many things about Purdue: football games, sleeping in, great classes, and Purdue's school spirit. If I never had to leave, I probably wouldn't!"

Marcia Nagle
Year: Junior
Majors: Foods and Nutrition in Business
Hometown: Angola, Indiana
E-mail: mknagle@purdue.edu

What is the most fun activity you've done at Purdue?

“The most fun activity at Purdue is the sporting events, especially football games where you can tailgate with family and friends and then go to the games and cheer on the Boilers."

Anabel Quiroz
Year: Senior
Majors: Early Childhood Education and Exceptional Needs
Hometown: East Chicago, Indiana
E-mail: quiroz@purdue.edu

What is your dream job?

“My dream job is to be a social worker so that I can give back to my community."

Audrey Reiter
Year: Junior
Majors: Apparel Design and Technology
Hometown: Naperville, Illinois
E-mail: alreiter@purdue.edu

What is the most fun activity you've done at Purdue?

“The most fun activity at Purdue is football games. The campus has so much school spirit and tradition. Nothing is better than sitting in the Boilermaker student section on game day!"

Abby Robinson
Year: Junior
Majors: Youth, Adult, and Family Services
Hometown: Orleans, Indiana
E-mail: robins25@purdue.edu

Why did you choose to attend Purdue?

“My family considers Purdue Indiana's real university! It's where I've wanted to go since I can remember, and it's been a great choice for me!"

Shannon Scharfe
Year: Junior
Majors: Selling and Sales Management
Hometown: Palatine, Illinois
E-mail: sscharfe@purdue.edu

What do you like most about CFS?

“Being in CFS provides me with a small university feel; it is great to be able to get to know so many professors and students within my major as well as my school."

Josh Seidell
Year: Sophomore
Majors: Hospitality and Tourism Management
Hometown: Massillon, Ohio
E-mail: jseidell@purdue.edu

What advice do you have for freshmen in CFS?

“My advice to freshmen is simple: Get involved! Whether it is through clubs, sports, or activities off campus, staying involved will help you adjust to the college lifestyle and will help you in the years to come."

Larissa Staley
Year: Sophomore
Majors: CFS Education
Hometown: Clay City, Indiana
E-mail: lastaley@purdue.edu

What advice do you have for freshmen in CFS?

“Join any of the CFS organizations. It gives you an opportunity to meet other Purdue students that are in your major so that you can start networking."

Danielle Wade
Year: Senior
Majors: Hospitality and Tourism Management
Hometown: Indianapolis, Indiana
E-mail: dawade@purdue.edu

What is your dream job?

“My dream job would be working in a large hotel chain as a general manager."