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Ella Forquer
3rd-year student
Hello! My name is Ella Forquer, and I’m a third-year student majoring in Human Development and Family Studies with a minor in Rehabilitation and Human Services! I'm passionate about helping individuals succeed and am exploring career paths where I can support their academic and personal growth. I'm still figuring out the exact direction, but I know I want to make a positive impact on people's lives!
In the College of Health and Human Development, I’m involved with the HDFS USO and HDFS Votes. Outside of the department, I am a member of the Penn State Blue Band and play the piccolo, and a part of “Band Together,” which is a THON organization! I love to meet new people and create bonds I will cherish forever!
Emma Dorfman
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My name is Emma Dorfman, and I am a third year student majoring in Human Development and Family Studies with a minor in Special Education. In the future, I hope to receive my Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, and become an OT for children with special needs.
The college of HHD offers many opportunities for students to get involved, and I am currently one of the HHD Ambassadors. Outside of the department, I am one the Public Relations Graphic Designers for VALLEY Magazine, and very involved in THON. I also enjoy traveling, spending time with friends and family, and exploring new food and coffee places in State College!
This initiative highlight’s our Human Development and Family Studies major through the eyes of Ella and Emma. We encourage you to follow them, comment on posts, ask questions, and even offer to provide your own experience as a student.
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