Nearly 1,200 new first-year students moved into Penn State Behrend last week, making it one of the largest and most diverse classes in the college's history. Each student brought with them a different collection of items, many of which helped to tell a story about the student and his or her unique personality.
Home will never be too far away from North Huntingdon, Pa., native Skyler Astorino. This display of friends and family will be hanging in her room this fall.
Jacob Lenhardt, of McKean, has had this furry good luck charm since he had surgery in third grade. It served him well then, and the project and supply chain management major hopes it once again provides him with good luck this fall when he begins his college career.
Becca Olanrewaju, left, and Emily Brocious, both of Erie, were more than familiar with Penn State Behrend. While in eighth grade, the two participated in Math Options Career Day, a STEM youth outreach program hosted by the college. The two brought along a Math Options t-shirt to commemorate the fact that they had now come full circle.
Joshua Bechtold, from Gibsonia, Pa., loves to drum. Don't worry, his neighbors can rest easy. He promises that he won't make too much noise when he's jamming out in the residence halls.
Jayden Ruiz, from Allentown, Pa., is an avid martial artists. He made sure to bring so he can continue to hone his craft while here at Behrend.
Ashley Beck, from Findlay Lake, N.Y., will run track for the Behrend Lions this spring. The shoes she brought with her ensure that she'll stand out when she's tearing it up during meets.
Lauren Coleman, from Cleveland, is a voracious reader. The collection of books she brought ensures she won't be bored during that first fall rainy day on campus.
