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Senior senators: Jorge Cabadas, Ashley La Voy, Concepción Rodelo, Steve Salazar
My name is Jorge Cabadas. I am from Aurora, Illinois, and graduated from East Aurora High School. I am a double major in mathematics and secondary education with a middle school endorsement. I previously held the position of AUSA Treasurer. I am Treasurer for the Latin American Student Organization and a member of the Future Educators of Aurora University. I enjoy participating in community service activities. One of those activities is tutoring at Gates Elementary School. I love playing soccer, video games and hanging out with my friends.
My name is Ashley La Voy. I am from Des Plaines, Illinois. I am an elementary education major with an endorsement in language arts. I am an active member in The Actors' and Playwrights' Society as well as the Peer Conduct Board. My interests include spending time with my friends, watching movies and listening to music. I used to host three weekly radio shows at my previous college. My hope for this year is to bring change for the 2009-2010 school year at Aurora University.
Hello! My name is Concepción Rodelo. I am from Hanover Park, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago. I am currently working on obtaining a bachelor's in elementary education, with minors in psychology and Spanish and endorsements in mathematics and science. Once I graduate from Aurora University, I hope to find a job teaching middle school mathematics to young, malleable minds. The following are a few facts about myself: I am the only male out of four children; I have attended four different post-secondary institutions; my favorite food is French fries; my favorite color is blue; my favorite movie is "Curious George"; my favorite book is "Bridge to Terabithia"; and my favorite quote is, "One only knows something if one can explain it!" by Giambatista Vico.
My name is Steve Salazar. I am from Glendale Heights, Illinois, and graduated from Glenbard West High School. I am a double major in business and commerce, and marketing, with a minor in sales. I am also a Dunham Scholar, President of the Sales Club, Vice President of Advertising and Promotions for the Student Marketing Association, Student Coordinator for the United Way Campaign on campus, and Captain of the AU baseball team. My favorite quote is, "Can't be touched," by Roy Jones Jr.
Junior senators: John Hatler, Alicia Doty, Michelle Zepeda, Rich Fisher
Hi! My name is John Hatler. I live in Kansas City, Missouri. At home, I have one brother James; my mother, Tessa; and my father, Chuck. I am majoring in history with a minor in political science. I am a resident student. I am co-chair of the Green Campus Committee and also the sergeant at arms for the Political Science Club. My door is always open, and I hope everyone enjoys their school year.
My name is Alicia Doty, and I am from Dixon, Illinois. I am here studying psychology and Spanish. I am in the Honors Program, President of the Psychology Club, and a member Psi Chi and Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society. After I graduate, I plan on going to graduate school to receive my doctorate in clinical psychology. I am obsessed with the Bears and love the Cubs. My favorite quote is, "Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending," by Maria Robinson.
Hola! My name is Michelle Zepeda and this is my third year at Aurora University. I was born in Morelos, Mexico, but raised on the East Side of Aurora, Illinois. I graduated from East Aurora High School in 2007. I am a pre-med major with minors in biology, chemistry, and physiology. I plan on becoming a doctor of infectious disease with a specialty in HIV/AIDS. Aside from being an AUSA senator for two years, I have been involved in the Latin American Student Organization for three years, the Honors Program, Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society, a resident assistant, and the theatre program. I am the oldest of three children and the first to go to college in my family. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, spending time with family and friends, acting, volunteering, taking walks and baking. I am a very fun and interesting person to get to know. I guarantee it!
Hi there! My name is Rich Fisher, and I am from Lake Villa, Illinois. I am a double major in business and commerce, and marketing, with a minor in sales and sports management. I hope to one day become an athletic director. I am Vice President for Membership of the Sales Club. Also, I'm involved in Student Marketing Association, a member of the Honors Peer Advisory Board and a Peer Advisor. I play on AU's football team. I enjoy athletics and competition in general! My favorite quote is, "People grow through experience if they meet life honestly and courageously. This is how character is built," written anonymously.
Sophomore senators: Joey Mysliwiec, Richard Artz, Alfred Vidrio, David Ferrel
My name is Joey Mysliwiec, and I am from Antioch, Illinois. I am majoring in criminal justice with a minor in Spanish. I love getting involved, being a part of something and begin known. My favorite sports are football and wrestling, and I am currently AU's football film coordinator. I have a love/hate relationship with exercising. Someday I hope to own a Shelby GT500. My favorite quote is, "In the game of life there is no overtime, only sudden death."
My name is Richard Artz. I was born in San Francisco, California, and was raised in Saint Charles, Illinois. I hope to obtain a bachelor's degree in political science and complete a communications minor. After AU, I will pursue a master's degree in political science. I am the Treasurer of the Political Science Club, and I play on the golf team. I want to get involved in the political system and potentially run for Congress one day. My favorite quote is, "When placed in command, take charge," by Norman Schwarzkopf.
My name is Alfred Vidrio. I was born in East Los Angeles, California, and then moved to the East Side of Aurora, Illinois. My major is computer science, and my minor is mathematics. I am involved in the Latin American Student Organization and a member of the Council of Diverse Men. My goal is to become a role model on and off campus. I like to draw, play soccer and hang out with my friends. I am the first in my family to attend a four-year college.
My name is David Ferrel. I was born and raised in Durango, Mexico and moved to Aurora, Illinois, when I was 15 years old. I am majoring in business administration. Currently, I am in one of the Appropriations Committee representatives of the Latin American Student Organization and the Treasurer for Fashion Loves You. I am the first in my family to go to college and hope to inspire my siblings to attend college. When I graduate AU, I hope continue my education, get my master's degree and eventually become a doctor. My life's goal is to start and develop my own business to financially support my family. One of my elementary school teachers told me a quote by Benito Juarez, "El derecho al respeto ajeno es la paz," which translates, "Peace is possible when people respect the rights of others." I believe that if every person treats others as they would like to be treated, our world would be a whole lot different. As a Hispanic, I love and embrace my culture — by the way, my mom makes the best enchiladas ever — but I also enjoy being around people from other cultures and learning about them. I love going out with friends and having a good time, especially when it comes to dancing. I may not be good at dancing, but I will always try.
Freshman senators: Amanda Liss, Tiffany Walz, Kaitlyn Crohan, Theodore (Teddy) Matthews
My name is Amanda Liss. I am from St.Charles, Illinois. I am currently a pre-med major and plan to minor in psychology and criminal justice. My goal for the future is to be a doctor specializing in rare hereditary diseases. I am a goal keeper for the AU women's soccer team. I am also in the Honors program and am an active member in Colleges Against Cancer and Circle K. My favorite TV shows are "Mystery Diagnosis," "So You Think You Can Dance" and "The Office." I love Snapple Facts! My favorite is Fact No. 15: All porcupines float in water. I love the game Catch Phrase and become really competitive when playing. I have a very busy lifestyle and love every minute of it.
I am Tiffany Walz from Lakewood, Ohio. I am still an undecided major, but I am minoring in theatre. I live on campus and am an AU cheerleader. My goal is to become a better leader and contribute to the campus community. Here are a few facts about myself: I have collected every state quarter; I was a gymnast all four years of high school; I have a very diverse family; I love it when it rains; my favorite candy bar is Snickers; my hobby is scrapbooking; my favorite holiday is Halloween; and my favorite sports team is the Cleveland Cavaliers. My favorite quote is, "There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle," by Albert Einstein. I don't just want to see the change; I want to be a part of the change!
My name is Kaitlyn Crohan, and I'm from Orland Park, Illinois. I am a pre-med major with a minor in Spanish. My goal is to become a pharmacist. I am currently involved in Colleges Against Cancer, the Honors Peer Advisory Board and the women's soccer team. My goal this year is to finish school with a 4.0 GPA and make it to the NCAA championship. I am very "artsy" and creative, and I love to play soccer! My favorite quote is, "I'm selfish, impatient, and a little insecure. I'm out of control and at times I'm hard to handle. But, if you can't handle me at my worst, then you sure as hell don't deserve me at my best," by Marilyn Monroe.
My name is Theodore (Teddy) Matthews. I am from Maywood, Illinois, and attended Walther Lutheran High School in Melrose Park, Illinois. My current major is criminal justice. Something I love doing is inspiring and motivating others. My favorite quote is one of my own, "While I'm awake, I'm a dreamer that's chasing his dreams. While I'm asleep, I'm a dreamer that's dreaming about the chase. ... Stay inspired and never let your dreams die."
