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Maria Giere |
Extra-curriculars: |
Theatre productions, SAI, LUIT |
On-campus jobs: |
Writing Tutor |
Favorite book: |
His Dark Materials by Phillip Pullman |
Favorite film: |
Waking Life |
Favorite song, artist, or group: |
Cricket by Dance Hall Crashers |
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What was the final factor that made you say "yes" to LU's offer of admission? |
What sealed the deal for me was the campus visit. As soon as I got on campus I felt comfortable. Everyone was friendly and laid back and seemed really interested in me as a person and not as a number. I felt like they were trying to get to know me rather than weed me out. |
Who is your favorite professor at LU? |
Professor Peregrine, Anthropology. I love that he pairs his knowledge with irreverence and humor. He also wants students to question everything. |
What is an interesting/helpful fact you learned about LU after you came here? |
There is so much free stuff to do here if you only open your eyes! |
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What is your fondest memory of your roommate from freshman year? |
I had a car full of things and she just had two suitcases and a box. |
Downer, Lucy’s, or Union Grill, and Downer dining room A, B, or C? |
I like Lucy’s for lunch because it is cozy and there are usually fresh cookies, but when I go to downer (where there is more variety) I like to sit in C because it is high up and I have a view of campus; I really like to eat by natural light too. |
Where is your favorite study spot? |
I love the big tables in the library on first floor because I can spread out, have internet, and feel like I am not isolating myself from the world while I study. Lots of natural light too. |
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If you were a crayon or paint swatch, what color would you be? |
I would be this really deep red because I am a very passionate person, and this color would be called “The Devil’s Diva Crimson.” |
If you could only eat one type of candy bar for the rest of your life, which would you choose? |
I would eat the Ritter Sport Milk Chocolate squares for the rest of my life. There is nothing better than pure chocolate. I also feel like I would get tired of fillings if I had to stick with something else for the rest of my life so I figure plain is the way to go. |
What is something LU helped you learn about yourself? |
LU taught me that I cannot be the person I have always wanted to be unless I take risks; it also taught me the value of a good support system and the importance of good friendships. |