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Hometown: Jackson, MO

Degree(s) Earned: ³Ô¹ÏÍø – ’98, Bachelors in Advertising; ’01, Masters in Organizational Communication and Leadership; â€™17, Masters in Nonprofit Leadership Studies

My favorite thing about ³Ô¹ÏÍø State: The culture of the campus community and the people that work here.

My favorite place on campus: Wow, if I only could choose one, I would choose the Quad. I love just walking around that side of campus.

My favorite thing to do off-campus: Attend an athletic event or stop in at one of the many local eateries!

Advice for future Racers: Come visit campus so you can get a glimpse of all the great things taking place on campus. From the new facilities to outstanding academic programs to a vibrant student life—there is something here for you. I would love to take some time and introduce you to the "finest place we know."

Hometown: Louisville, KY

Degree(s) Earned: ³Ô¹ÏÍø – ’09, Bachelors in Electronic Media; â€™11, Masters in College Student Personnel

My favorite thing about ³Ô¹ÏÍø State: The family atmosphere that’s found on campus. That and the ice cream in the dining hall!

My favorite place on campus: The Wellness Center. It’s a great place to meet other students while getting into shape.

My favorite thing to do off-campus: Play the amazing golf courses in the area.

Advice for future Racers: Be active and get involved. There are so many chances to try new things and meet new people. Take advantage of them!

Hometown: Yateley, England

Degree(s) Earned: Barton College, NC – ’00, Bachelors in Physical Education K-12 Teaching; Middle Tennessee State University, TN – ’02, Masters in Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Safety; ³Ô¹ÏÍø – Currently completing an Ed.D. in P-20 and Community Leadership

My favorite thing about ³Ô¹ÏÍø State: Family atmosphere

My favorite place on campus: ³Ô¹ÏÍø State Arboretum at Pullen Farm

My favorite thing to do off-campus: Watching my son and his teammates play soccer at Bee Creek Soccer Fields

Advice for future Racers: Understand that everyone is here to help you…just reach out!

Hometown: Jeffersonville, IN

Degree(s) Earned: ³Ô¹ÏÍø – ’21, Bachelors in Business Administration

My favorite thing about ³Ô¹ÏÍø State: The basketball games.

My favorite place on campus: The Quad

My favorite thing to do off-campus: Shop at Walmart

Advice for future Racers: Get involved and meet new people.

Hometown: Savannah, TN

Degree(s) Earned: ³Ô¹ÏÍø – ’04, Bachelor in Criminal Justice; ’12, Masters in Organizational Communication and Leaderships; â€™18, Masters in Human Development and Leadership

My favorite thing about ³Ô¹ÏÍø State: The feeling of home that is established here by the faculty, staff and the students.

My favorite place on campus: Pogue Library

My favorite thing to do off-campus: Watch movies at Cheri Theatre or hang out with my friends and get Dairy Queen when it’s open.

Advice for future Racers: Come into college with an open mind, ready for new adventures and ready to do things outside of your comfort zone.

Hometown: ³Ô¹ÏÍø, KY

Degree(s) Earned: ³Ô¹ÏÍø – ’91, Bachelors in Business/Fashion Merchandising

My favorite thing about ³Ô¹ÏÍø State: The friendly students, faculty and staff. The campus is beautiful, also!

My favorite place on campus: The soccer field and the Curris Center

My favorite thing to do off-campus: Go to the lake to fish, boat and kayak and spend time with family and friends. I also love eating at our locally-owned restaurants!

Advice for future Racers: Get involved, and participate in everything "Racer Life" has to offer you.

Hometown: ³Ô¹ÏÍø, KY

My favorite thing about ³Ô¹ÏÍø State: Welcoming atmosphere

My favorite place on campus: Pogue Library

My favorite thing to do off-campus: Boating in LBL

Advice for future Racers: Make the most of your time here!

Hometown: Kirksey, KY

Degree(s) Earned and Year: ’22, Bachelor of Science in Organization Communication & Nonprofit Leadership Studies

My favorite thing about ³Ô¹ÏÍø State: I love ³Ô¹ÏÍø's Homecoming Parade! It's something I went to every year growing up and it was even more special to get to be in the parade as a student.

My favorite place on campus: Wilson Hall

My favorite thing to do off-campus:  It's so much fun to drive to Belew's to get milkshakes & explore Land Between the Lakes!

Advice for future Racers: Don't be afraid to reach out to people & make new friends!