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Who are the First-Year Peer Assistants?

First-Year Peer Assistants (PAs), are upper division students who serve as navigation guides throughout your first semester. PAs provide first-hand knowledge of what it means to be an HHD student and are trained to provide you with resources to help you be a successful college student.

PAs will work closely with you in your PSU14 First-Year Seminar course. They serve as co-facilitators in the classroom and also assist with a variety of first-year engagement activities throughout the academic year. Already registered for your PSU14 course? Find your class in the list below and read about all of our First-Year Peer Assistants!

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I’m from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and enjoy spending time with my family and friends. When I’m not doing schoolwork, you’ll probably find me playing pickleball. On campus, my favorite spot to study is the stacks in the library.

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Hi everyone! I am from Northern Virginia, just outside of Washington, D.C.! My favorite classes are NUTR 251 and CHEM 202. I love going to the sporting events, and hanging out downtown with my friends. My favorite spot on campus is Alumni Pond!

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I was born in Miami but I grew up and live in North Jersey! I love hanging out with my friends, reading, listening to music, the beach, traveling, concerts, skiing, and movies. A fun fact about me is that Spanish is my first language :)

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I'm from Monroe, Connecticut! My favorite class has been BIOL 161/163 (I love all things anatomy!) and my favorite spot on campus is the arboretum to watch the sunset! I also love to go line dancing, both on and off campus!

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I'm from Moorhead, Minnesota! My favorite classes so far have been the anatomy and physiology lectures and labs and psychology! I love to go on coffee runs, read, and hang out with friends! My favorite study spot on campus is the second floor of the H.U.B.!

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Hi! I am from York, Pennsylvania. Some of my favorite classes were BIOL161 and HDFS 129. In my free time I love to go to club meetings or attend yoga classes in the IM Building.

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I'm from the San Francisco Bay Area! My favorite classes so far have been PLSC 291 & KINES 77. I love taking Pilates classes at the IM, studying in the library Starbucks, and going for walks around campus.

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I'm from San Diego, CA. Some of my favorite classes are CSD 311 and HDFS courses. In my free time, I love to run or hike outdoors, go to the beach, and be with my friends! My favorite study spot on campus is The Stacks in the library.

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I’m from Elkins park, PA! I love reading and watching 2000’s romcoms. My favorite classes so far are BBH 316 and BIOL 164!

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Hi! I’m from Montgomery, New York. Some of my favorite classes are CSD 218 and CSD 230. I love to write, listen to music, shop, and hang out mostly with my roommate. My favorite study spot on campus is the HHD Building.

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I'm from Pittsburgh, PA. One of my favorite things to do is go for walks/runs around campus on nice days. I also love to grab a coffee on campus or downtown. My favorite place to study and do homework is a nice quiet spot in the library.

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I am from Boca Raton Florida. Some of my favorite classes include RPTM 101 RPTM 236. I enjoy golfing with friends and going to different sporting events around campus.

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I’m from Morris County, New Jersey. My favorite classes have been NUTR251 and BBH440 and my favorite study spot on campus is the AG Engineering Building. In my free time I'm usually spending time with friends or giving tours to prospective students!

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Hello!  I am a townie from State College, PA. Some of my favorite classes have been HDFS 129 and CMAS 465. I love to spend time with friends, workout at the IM Building or McCoy Natatorium, twirl my baton, and nap of course!

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Hi everyone! My name is Arielle and I'm from Long Beach, California. I enjoying being outdoors, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. My favorite place to study is the fourth floor stacks in the library.

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I'm originally from Charlotte, North Carolina. I love working out at the White Building, trying out new recipes, and watching football. Traveling is a big passion of mine, and I’ll never say no to ice cream!

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I am from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I love football, working out, spending time with family, and getting coffee at Saxby’s (their dark roast is TOP TIER). I also love going to church and spending time with the Young Life community.

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I’m from South Jersey! My favorite class I have taken so far is HDFS 129! In my free time around campus I love going to the gym and taking trips downtown with friends. My favorite study spot on campus is the Harry Potter room in the library!

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I’m from Lorton, Virginia. I enjoy lifting at the white building and playing sports in my free time. My favorite classes were BIO 163 and 164 and my favorite study spot is in the library.

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I’m from South Jersey. My favorite classes so far have been MICRB 201/202 and BBH 440. I love laying on the HUB lawn when it’s nice out and going to football games. When I’m studying, I enjoy going to the Library on campus, or Sowers off campus!

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I live in Downingtown, PA, I have been a serious fan of Philly sports teams my whole life. My favorite classes have included KINES 321 and 202, as well as PSU 14.

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I’m from Bloomfield New Jersey. Some classes that I enjoyed were BIOL 161 and KINES 101. Basketball and calisthenics are some of my favorite things to do. Other than my dorm, the Henderson building is like my second home.

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I’m from Johnstown, PA! Some of my favorite classes have been KINES 202 and KINES 413W. Outside of class, I love skiing, spending time at the lake with my family, painting, traveling, and hanging out with friends.

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I am from Bucks County, PA. My favorite classes are American Sign Language, CSD 269, and CSD230. I love to go to workout classes in the IM and hanging with my friends around campus. My favorite spots on campus are the HUB and Nittany Lion Inn!

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I'm from Bethel Park, just south of Pittsburgh, PA. My favorite classes so far have been NUTR 251 and HDFS 129! I love the football games, staying active, and hanging out with friends. On campus, you'll see me around studying at the Henderson Building! 

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I'm from Broomall, PA! I love being active (working out or literally just walking), and a huge Philly sports fan! My favorite study spot on campus is the library or the BBH building.

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I’m from Freehold New Jersey! In my free time I love to go to the gym, hang out with friends, and bake. Some of my favorite classes are KINES 100, KINES 202, and KINES 341. My favorite place on campus is the creamery; their Death By Chocolate is my favorite!

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Hi! I am from East Hanover, NJ. My favorite class I have taken at Penn State would be HM 242, Hospitality Sales & Marketing. If I am not in class you can find me in the Panhellenic Office, or my favorite study spot, Cafe Laura.

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I'm from Long Island, New York. Some of my hobbies include rock climbing, motorcycle racing, and Spikeball! My favorite classes are anatomy and physiology and Kines 101. My favorite spot on campus is the IM building where I work!

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I’m from Framingham, Massachusetts. This summer, I spent 5 weeks in Ecuador as part of the Global Health minor. I am on Club CrossFit for Penn State and also a THON chair for the org!

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I'm from Colver, PA! I love to run, workout, and be outside. Some of my favorite spots on campus to relax or study in is in BBH or Henderson Building. My favorite class so far has been Kines 202 and Mr.

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