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31 Questions with Katie, our Bessey Coordinator | AMA Series

  1. What Hogwarts house would you want to be sorted into and why?

Secretly, I want to be sorted into Gryffindor to go on the bravest adventures, but in my heart, I am happy to be a Hufflepuff because I value kindness, justice, and hard work most. I also think everyone at Hogwarts could benefit from some serious community-building to become besties, which is very Hufflepuff

  1. You have this je ne sais quoi about you where you make everyone around you feel comfy and welcomed. How do you do it?

I’m genuinely interested in the lives of others, I love asking questions, and I believe you can enjoy the company of 99% of the people you meet if you give them a chance in a 1:1 setting, which is why I am passionate about creating environments where everyone can be their true selves.

  1. From the MLB parks that you visited in summer 2023, which one offers the best fan-friendly atmosphere?

I LOVED visiting Rogers Centre in Toronto this past summer because it offered awesome rooftop patios on the upper decks with games, bars, and great views to keep everyone engaged.

  1. What do you like most about working for The Writing Center?

Whether it’s planning a social, facilitating a workshop, or consulting, I like that I know my work matters. I also have the privilege of being in community with such amazing people each and every day.

  1. What’s your favorite go-to order at Starbucks?

Venti Mango Dragonfruit Refresher with Lemonade

  1. What do you do on those days that you don’t feel that energetic or motivated?

I reflect in my journal, read a book, or go for a long walk on campus to be in nature.

  1. What was your favorite thing about being an RA?

I loved planning creative social events where everyone could unwind from class and be together.

  1. What do you miss most from your undergraduate student days?

I miss the excitement of being in college for the first time and living in Bailey Hall.

  1. What do you like most about being a graduate student?

The opportunity to connect theory to practice while gaining more student affairs experience across MSU.

  1. What hobbies or activities do you enjoy in your free time?

I love to read, journal, craft, decorate, bake, travel, and watch baseball in my free time.

  1.  What’s a pet peeve of yours?

I hate when people think they should wear any type of jersey to a sporting event when it is not representing either team or event the sport itself. JAIL!

  1. Do you have a favorite movie or TV show? Why do you like it?

My favorite rom-com is “Love, Rosie” because it’s a fascinating book adaptation reminding us that everything happens for a reason – AND SAM CLAFLIN, of course.

  1. What’s your go-to comfort food?

DETROIT-STYLE PIZZA!

  1. What is something someone couldn’t tell just by looking at you that you think is important for them to know?

I’ve had Rheumatoid Arthritis since I was ten years old.

  1. Do you believe in love at first sight?

Absolutely.

  1. What is the last song you listened to?

Northern Attitude – Noah Kahan

  1. What does your everyday morning routine look like?

I wake up, get dressed, undo my overnight curls, pick up my refresher from Starbucks, and walk the 15 minutes to Bessey Hall from GR.

  1. What’s your favorite way to unwind after a long day?

A long walk home, picking up some Auntie Anne’s pretzels, and reading a book of my choice.

  1. How would you define success?

Learning to balance doing great work with doing things that make you happy each day.

  1. Do you have a 2024 New Year’s Resolutions? If so, can you share it with us?

Eat more greens and protein to help my joints and read more books!

  1. Have you ever tried or worked really hard for something and didn’t get it? How did you cope?

 Yes; I gave myself time to grieve before accepting that it was not meant to be since better, more fitting things are out there for me.  

  1. What is your favorite brand of coffee to brew?

 EWW coffee!

  1. What’s your favorite holiday?

I love Christmas most of all.

  1. How do you like your steak? If you eat steak…

 I don’t eat much steak, but if I do, medium well, please.

  1. Do you have a favorite quote or saying?

“Decide what kind of life you actually want. Then say ‘no’ to everything that isn’t that.” -Anonymous

  1. Who is the last person you texted?

My mom 🙂

  1. What is the current date and time you are responding to this prompt?

Tuesday, 12:02 AM

  1. What’s the last book you read that you really enjoyed?

Tough question! The most engaging book I’ve read in the past few months was Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston.

  1. What is one thing on your bucket list?

Watching a baseball game at all 30 MLB ballparks by the time I’m 30 years old.

  1. What are 3 words to describe yourself?

Personable, Creative, and Independent

  1. What is a bad habit of yours?

I bite my nails when I’m anxious and stressed.

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