Meet the Student Advocates for Wellness
Here are our students who are involved in Student Advocates for Wellness. If you see them around campus, be sure to say hi!
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Lilia (Lily) AvilaHometown: Peabody, Mass. Major: Exercise Science Year: Junior Pronouns: she/her/hers Fun fact about yourself: I grew up doing gymnastics and playing the tuba. Other campus involvement: Student Ambassadors, Springfield College Cheerleading, Exercise Science Club, Outdoor Pursuits leader Why the Student Advocates for Wellness? I am a Student Advocate because I want to help people find their voice along with helping myself find my own. |
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Myah BairdHometown: Cornwall Bridge, CT Major: Physical Therapy Year: Junior Pronouns: she/her/hers Fun fact about yourself: I did a service trip to South Dakota last summer to help build houses for the Sioux-Lakota Native American tribe. Other campus involvement: Humanics in Action e-board, SPTO e-board, Y Club, Pride Cares Why the Student Advocates for Wellness? I enjoy being able to educate others on campus and being a resource for others! |
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Lexie CarroccioHometown: New Milford, CT Major: Health Science/ Pre-Physical Therapy Year: Junior Pronouns: she/her/hers Fun fact about yourself: I took a cooking class in Florence this summer! Other campus involvement: President of Best Buddies, Y Club Why the Student Advocates for Wellness? I think there is a lot of health information out there that is not so easily accessible, especially for the busy college student. Bringing the education to them in an exciting way makes a really big difference. I love doing Sunday Scaries in the Union because you are guaranteed to teach at least one person something new! |
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Megan CaseyHometown: Monroe, N.Y. Major: Dance Year: Junior Pronouns: she/her/hers Fun fact about yourself: I can do a decent Yoshi (from Mario Kart) impression. Other campus involvement: SC Dance Club e-board, New Student Orientation Why the Student Advocates for Wellness? I am a Student Advocate because I enjoy promoting healthy habits and well-being to others. I am passionate about educating peers and always learning more myself! |
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Erin DuffyHometown: Stafford Springs, CT Major: Exercise Science Year: Senior Pronouns: she/her/hers Fun fact about yourself: I’ve been on the world’s steepest zip line. Other campus involvement: NSO, head lifeguard, RA, Student Ambassadors e-board Why the Student Advocates for Wellness? I am a student advocate because I love the idea of expanding my own knowledge on relatable and often uncomfortable topics to educate my peers and create an engaging learning environment. |
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Patrick HallHometown: Milford, CT Major: Exercise Science Year: Senior Pronouns: he/him/his Fun fact about yourself: I have met Stan Lee. Other campus involvement: Partners Program, Pride Cares Why the Student Advocates for Wellness? To assist my peers in having tough conversations about important topics that may get overlooked by administration. |
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