By: Jessica Hartgers

Hi. My name is Jessica Hartgers. I am a junior from Colfax, its a little town between Altoona and Newton. I attended Colfax-Mingo High School and played softball there, and am continuing to play softball here at Simpson.
I have two younger siblings who I can't ever seem to get enough of. My sister's name is Hope and she will be celebrating her eighth birthday in September. Hope loves to ride her bike, play with her dolls, and do tricks on the swing set. My brother's name is Hugh and he is six years old. Hugh is a typical boy, he loves to play baseball, ride his four-wheeler, and get dirty.
My family and friends mean the world to me and without them I would be lost. I love to see my family whenever possible, but sometimes that's not very often. I spend time with my friends in every spare second of my day. I love to hang out with my friends, let loose and just have a good time. I am a pretty easy going person and am very easy to get along with, and at times I am a little shy. That's me!

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Last Minute Inspiration

By SARA CROUSE
Student

Sticking to my true Art major roots, I have decided to wait until the day of class to find my inspiration for blogging. Artists never seem to complete something until the timing is right, and the right reasons are in it. So here I am!

My name is Sara Crouse, and I am enjoying the start of my junior year here at Simpson. I am double majoring in Art and Corporate Communications, with a minor in Political Science. I’m only a junior though, and perhaps my majors will change yet again. I did have an internship this past summer at the Des Moines Art Center. It was helpful to get acquainted with the staff, and also help aid their marketing campaign with local business professionals.

The past two years at Simpson, I have been involved in numerous organizations from SGA to CAB. This year though, I am mostly excited about Greek Recruitment, and continuing my work in the Office of Admissions. There’s never enough time in the day to be involved in all the great things going on at Simpson.

GO STORM!

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QUINN!

I'm a junior and a corporate communications major. I was an elementary education major but found out it wasn't for me. I played football but now I stay busy with other activities with my fraternity. I'm from Dunkerton, which is in northeast Iowa by Waterloo. This summer I lived in Indianola and worked customer service for Guthy Renker, the company that owns
Proactiv Solution. Taking phone calls sucked but it paid the bills. Last semester I stepped on a piece of glass and had seven stitches in my foot and I also got shot in the face. There was also record snowfall, record rainfall, and record tornadoes all near my home in northeast Iowa. I'm hoping to have a better semester this year. I like long walks on the beach and candlelight dinners.


Quinn Albrecht

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I'm going to call you Caty...

Hi I'm Katharine, better known by my alias Katie Schaefer. I'm 20 years old and a Junior here at Simpson College. I grew up in a small town by the name of Prairie City. When I was in 5th grade my teacher Mr. Grier use to always call me Katy, so that is why my title is what it is. If you have ever seen the movie Mean Girls, and if you haven't then I suggest you should, then my title will also ring a bell from that too. I live with 3 wonderful roommates that I love. I am majoring in Sports Administration and minoring in Communications. I have an internship with KCCI this fall that will hopefully go well!! After graduating from college I hope to become a sports broadcaster when I get done with college.

Well this has been my first blog so hopefully everyone enjoys it! :)
If you have any questions just ask I'm pretty easy to get along with!

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Hey Everybody

    My name is Taylor Browning and I am a junior this year. I'm majoring in Corporate Communications and minoring in Marketing. I graduated from Valley High School where I spent most of my time in volleyball. Im glad to get back to school but it will be rough considering I just came back from Canada. My summer went pretty well. I spent most of my time working, going to the lake, or going to rock concerts. The tennis coach asked me to play this year, so it will be pretty interesting considering I've never played before. Anyways, that's all I can think of, so see you all in class.

Tay

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I'm The Procrastinator!

By: Sarah Harl

Hello everyone! My name is Sarah, and I am excited about beginning my junior year at Simpson! Originally from Williamsburg, IA, I am a corporate communications major, with a specialization on Sports Entertainment management, as well as a political science minor. I'm very actively involved on campus, holding a leadership position in my sorority, serving as the Panhellenic Council President, the Concerts co-chair of CAB, and am a member of PRSSA. I recently completed my second summer as a counselor at Trail's End summer camp in Beach Lake, PA, and while camp is one of the greatest loves of my life, it falls short to my love for Simpson! Needless to say, I'm very excited to be back on campus, and back into the swing of everything.

See you all tomorrow!

Sarah

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A little about me

Hey! My name is Erin Floro and I am a sophomore here at Simpson.  I am from Ankeny but we are actually in the process of moving to Waukee.  I graduated from Dowling Catholic High School and was involved in just about everything.  I decided to cut back on all the activities in college so right now I'm just very busy with my sorority.  This summer I had an awesome job with Professional Property Management and made some good money.  I'm excited for this class because it seems very interesting!  I'm a procrastinator as well, I have to go do the reading now I will see everyone tomorrow!

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Homework Already?!?

Hi. I'm Shauna Agan, but really if you can't remember my name I answer to anything including "hey you!". I am a sophomore here at Simpson and like Kellie Green, I also went to Lincoln High School in Des Moines. I am a member of the Simpson softball team and love all kinds of sports! As of right now I am a political science major and am planning on adding a Corporate Comm major and an English Comp minor. I have an avid interest in politics (by the way I'm very jealous that Pat got to do a White House Internship!). I have wanted to become a politician since I was five years old but I also love communications so I am hoping to tie them together somehow. After college I want to go to law school and possibly even become a prosecuting attorney or a labor lawyer. Who knows what will happen?!? I am very outgoing and personable so just say hi to me sometime or facebook me! See you all tomorrow!

Oh yeah...I am kind of a procrastinator sooooo needless to say I will be the one doing my blogs right before they are due! See you all later!

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Introduction: Alex Jones

My name is Alexandra Jones, Alex for short. I am a Junior this year and am majoring in English with minors in Journalism and Secondary Education. All throughout high school I was on the Yearbook staff. I really enjoyed Journalism and my teacher was absolutely amazing! She treated her students like adults, we earned our grades and it was not easy. I have to admit I am a weak writer and was more into the designing aspect of the Yearbook. However, I hope to strengthen my writing skills through taking this course. I am very excited to go into teaching Journalism because I believe it is a class that enables students to be more creative. There are no right and wrong answers. My Journalism classes taught me a lot about people and taking responsibility for my actions. 

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Hi! I'm Allison McNeal

Hey! My name is Allison McNeal, and I'm a transfer student at Simpson this year. I transfered from DMACC in West Des Moines, so this is definately a change! I'm a Junior with my major being journalism. I haven't decided if I want to do a minor in French or what I'm going to do for sure yet.

I've really enjoyed my time here at Simpson so far and love how nice people are! I'm hoping to do some extra-curricular activities, like joining a club or organization of some sort. I would also possibly like to join a sorority next year.

I'm a pretty nice person, but am kind of shy sometimes. I do like meeting new people, so I can't wait to meet everyone in the class!

See you guys tomorrow!

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"my introduction"

Hello, this is my first experience with blogging- I know, that's crazy seeing as I'm a sophomore in college and my life revolves around the internet (ex. email and facebook) However, I'll give this a shot so please bear with me. 

My name is Kelsey Knutson and I am a sophomore and I am enjoying every minute of it. I'm from St. Charles, Iowa, which is only twenty minutes south of Indianola... I know, I made a big move. I play softball here at Simpson and plan on leaving here with some sort of communication major. I love writing and journalism is obviously a main interest, however, like many college students I'm lost and confused when it comes to making life-altering decisions. I know, if I'm going to be successful I should probably figure out what I'm going to do. Who knows- it may come down to a coin flip. 

I'm pretty easy going and love to meet new people so I'm sure everyone (you, whoever is reading this, haha) and I will get along well. I'm excited to start the new year and I'm really looking forward to this class- I'm sure it will be fun! And hey, I've already done something new.. I've "blogged!"  

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Hello there

Hey, my name is Gabe Gilson and I am currently a sophomore here at Simpson College. At this point, I am not quite sure what I am majoring in but it will most likely be something in the Communication field. At Simpson, I play football which basically takes up any amount of free time I have. It also keeps me out of too much trouble which is a good thing. I come from Prairie City which is about 20 miles east of Des Moines. I graduated from PCM high school and of course I am pround to be a Mustang alum. In the summer, I work without a shirt as a lifeguard. Lets just say, the job has its benefits. Overall, I have an extrodinary sense of humor and I am always trying to crack jokes. I often laugh to myself at things the average person would not find remotely humorous. This class excites me because I find the journalism field very interesting and someday I would like to be a broadcaster on ESPN. All I need is some brains to go along with these looks! (joking). Hopefully this class gets myself, along with everyone else on the right track for their future in writing.

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Hi! I'm Pat!

Hi! My name is Pat Tierney, and I'm a sophomore here at Simpson. I haven't quite officially declared a major yet, but communications is probably where I'll end up. I'm a big fan of photography but figured out really quick that in the photography profession it’s more about your portfolio than your degree - so we'll see where that leads me. This is my first semester back at Simpson after spending just under 5 months working in the White House. I worked in the Photo Office while I was there, which really proved to be one of the best experiences of my life. I'm excited to be back on campus this semester and definitely ready to return to the good life of a college student. Outside of the everyday hustle and bustle of college and classes, I’m a huge sports fan, landing a job at ESPN would be a dream. I’ve also found a lot of fun in entering road races across the mid-west. With any luck I might have a marathon under my belt one of these days.

That’s the basic scoop on me. I’m a pretty laid back easy going guy and really excited for the next 9 months here at school. I know each classes has it’s own ups and downs and new opportunities and I’m excited to see where this class takes us.

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Hello, Hello!

Hey, there!

I'm Kathryn Lisk and I'm excited to be back on campus and starting my junior year. I am finally decided on a major, which is Corporate Comm. with a possible minor in Environmental Science. I love theater, but have found that it's more fun for me to take part in it as a hobby than a major. I spent the last 8 months in Orlando, Florida working as a character performer at Walt Disney World. It was an amazing experience because I got to make little kids' dreams come true every day. However, the Florida heat and humidity was exhausting so I was excited to spend a few days at home, in Boulder, Colorado with my family. 

It feels so great to be back on Simpson campus and I'm actually ready to start learning again! I know very little about the news writing world, but am excited to take in whatever I can. 

-Kathryn

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Just Me, Lexie Lu

Hello! My name is Lexie Hagerty and I am a sophomore here at Simpson. I am excited about this class because I like to write even though I don't think I am very good these days. I play volleyball for Simpson and love it. Unfortunately, it takes up a lot of my time and I miss a lot of class. However, I shouldn't have any problems with this one since it is only on Mondays and Wednesdays. Some of you might know one of my sisters. There are four of us total and we all are or have attended Simpson. Besides volleyball, I am also active in FCA. I love to sing and therefore take private lessons with one of Simpson's awesome instructors. I also like to take part in theater, but am unable to do so due to volleyball. Besides my activities, I also love to attend every Simpson event I can.
As I said, I am looking forward to this class and getting to know just a few more people at this college. You will come to learn that I can be very random and love different kinds of people, different attitudes, different dreams, and different points of view. So all that I ask is that my classmates speak their mind and are willing to make this class more than just an obligation!

Until Wednesday:)

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Sup!

Hey, my name is Adrian Aitken (with a silent t) and am a Junior majoring in corporate communications with a bio minor. The minor I guess is more like a hobby than useful. Born and raised in Moline, Il I graduated from the city's high school with some college acceptances. One of those being a university in Hawaii. I am asked why I choose simpson over paradise and I always come to the same conclusion. I just say its easier to concentrate on school work in the midwest because there isnt much else to do. What I am really thinking is that the living costs are too high and this place was my second choice. I enjoy taking part in many extracirricular activities including being a member of CAB, Lambda Chi Alpha, and participating in the intramurals. Staying active is what gets me through those awsome Iowa winters. This is my first class in journalism and also my very first blog if excluding facebook.

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Introduction

By: Jessica Hamell


Hello, My name is Jessica Hamell. A lot of people call me Ham so you can if you want I guess. I am a sophomore here at Simpson majoring in Corporate Communications. I went to high school in Carlisle which is about 20 minutes away. I played softball, basketball, and ran track in high school. I also played softball here last year and this year I have decided to run track. I have 3 brothers (1 real and 2 step) and 2 sisters (1 real and 1 half) yea my family is kind of hard to explain to people. I am pretty shy until you get to know me then I can be a little loud. I haven’t had a class like this yet so this will be a pretty interesting experience

- Jessica Hamell

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About Christina...

Hi everyone!
My name is Christina Woldt! I'm a senior and am soon to be graduating with a Degree in Elementary Education. This class will help fill my Speech/comm./theatre endorsement! I am active in my sorority on campus as well as Greek life and Education club.
This summer I went to Pheonix, AZ, Mackinac Island, MI, and Okoboji. Summer was fun but I'm ready to get back into the swing of things!

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Here We Go Again..

Hello to all! My name is Kayla Miller, now a sophomore at Simpson going into the fields of Sports Admin and Communication. I hope this will take me into a career related to sports advertising. I am absolutely in love with sports! I played every sport I could in high school including basketball, softball, golf, and volleyball all four years at Odebolt-Arthur (yeah... you probably have never heard of it). I miss them all... except for golf, and that is because I am currently a Simpson golfer. I am really outgoing once you get to know me. I may be a little on the shy side at first, but don't be afraid to talk to me!! Excited to see you all on Wednesday!

Buh-bye
Kayla Miller

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Introductions...

By Hannah Pickett
Hello everyone, my name is Hannah Pickett and I am a junior at Simpson College, majoring in journalism and mass communications. I transferred to Simpson my sophomore year from Central College. I know that sounds terrible, but, the truth is that Central stopped carrying my major and I wanted to be closer to home. I am from Winterset, which is only about 25 minutes away from Indianola, so I commute to Simpson. I am the sports editor and main sports writer at the Winterset Madisonian newspaper. I have worked there since I was a sophomore in high school and have just gradually taken over. This is my fifth year working for the Madisonian. This past summer went by really fast for me. I nannied all day, worked at the paper at night, ran in the Race for the Cure, and spent time with my 8 month old maltese puppy, Berkley. When I graduate from Simpson, I hope to go into the broadcast journalism field, preferably as a reporter or anchor. I interned at WHO-Channel 13 over Mayterm and loved it!

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