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Meet Your Orientation Leaders for 2013

Boye Adu
Hometown: Howell, NJ
4th Year PharmD

Campus Involvement: Phi Kappa Psi, Circle K, Work in the Pharmacy office, BSU
Favorite things to do in free time: Jog around the city
Advice for Incoming Students: Keep your priorities straight. Have fun but don't forget why you attend this school.

Nitin Bagga
Hometown: Marlboro, NJ
4th Year PharmD

Campus Involvement:Sigma Beta Rho, StEPP Mentor, E.P.I.C, ApHA
Favorite thing to do in free time:
I love hanging out with some buddies, catching a good movie, staying in shape at the ARC, and making hip hop music. 
Advice for Incoming Students:
Try to organize yourself from day 1 so you can balance your free time ad school. You definitely have time to have fun and enjoy college to the fullest extent but the key is time management. Don't be afraid to ask me or any of the other OLs any questions you may have. Finally, be sure to get involved on campus. Whether it be a Greek organization, various clubs, or even attending the events set up for students, particularly freshman, get involved. It will make your college experience all that much better.

Kevin Carton
Hometown: Bayside, NY
3rd Year PharmD

Campus Involvement: Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity, Student Conduct Committee, American Pharmacists Association
Favorite thing to do in free time:I love archery, longboarding, ultimate frisbee, and when the weather permits, snowboarding.
Advice for Incoming Students: "The world is full of willing people; some willing to work, the rest willing to let them." - Robert Frost. Be a part of those willing to work and you will surely succeed.

Christine Dimaculangan
Hometown: Jersey City, NJ
3rd Year PharmD

Campus Involvement: Newman Club, Pilipino Cultural Association, Student Government Association, Mailroom Staff, American Pharmacists Association.
Favorite things to do in free time:Hanging out with friends, playing tennis, going to concerts, having "jam sessions.”
Advice for incoming students: Don't be afraid to put yourself out there because chances are, you'll find a wonderful group of people that you could relate to. School is important but it is just as important to have fun, so it's all about balancing everything. ENJOY being a freshman; it only happens once! 

Heather deGuzman
Hometown: Old Bridge, NJ
3rd Year DPT

Campus Involvement: Inert!a Dance Team & Pilipino Cultural Association
Favorite Things to Do in Free Time:I love to bake and paint my nails. Nothing like eating my favorite sweets and getting a manicure in my spare time!
Advice for Incoming Students: Use freshman year to get involved and meet new people! Making connections early will benefit you in the end and make the school year better. Make sure to also explore campus and the city it's in. There is a lot to do!

Divya Hattay
Hometown:Toronto, Ontario
4th Year PharmD

Campus Involvement:Alpha Sigma Tau, StEPP Mentor, Drug Information Association, Help Hope Humanity
Favorite thing to do in spare time:In my free time I love exploring the city, going to new restaurants with friends, and going to the gym.
Advice for incoming students:Don't be afraid to ask questions! Also, put yourself out there and don't be afraid to meet new people. These are the people that will be helping you transition into college life, and will continue to help you throughout your college career.

Kim Ho
Hometown:  Ambler, PA
1st Year Biology
Campus Involvement:  AIBS, Pre-Vet Council, AMSA, ASA
Favorite thing to do in your free time:  I love to take naps after classes, hang out with my friends, paint, play guitar and go out to restaurants in the city.
Advice for incoming students:  Do not be afraid to have fun! There is nothing wrong with focusing on school but make your college years memorable and worthwhile! Your time at this school is what you make of it.
Linnae Homza
Hometown: Exeter, PA
2nd Year Biology/Pre-Med (Entering 3rd year)

Campus Involvement:Orientation Leader, Resident Advisor, Student Ambassador, Public Relations Officer of Pre-Med Society, American Medical Student Association, SGA Representative: Alpha Phi Omega-National Service Fraternity, Alpha Lambda Delta:Freshmen Honor Society, USciences Honors Program, Employed as a Desk Attendant and Note Taker
Favorite Things to Do in Free Time: Prepare for and compete in pageants.
Advice for Incoming Students: Remember that academics are really important (and the reason you go to school!), but definitely take advantage of all the events, organizations, and activities the school has to offer. You will go crazy if you never leave your room! Make the most of your college years, and don't pass up opportunities for networking. You never know how someone you meet can help you achieve your goals down the road!

Joe Keglovits
Hometown:Nazareth, PA
5th Year PharmD

Campus Involvement:Men’s Basketball (Alumnus), Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) President, Student Conduct Committee, Orientation Leader
Favorite thing to do in your free time:Playing basketball, hunt, fish, hike, and sing.
Advice for incoming students:"You can't get much done in life if you only work on the days when you feel good."- Jerry West.  Be sure to study hard, but also make time to have fun.

Leigh Ketchersid
Hometown: Point Pleasant, NJ
3rd Year PharmD

Campus Involvement: Club Field Hockey and American Pharmacists Association
Favorite thing to do in free time: Go to the ARC, play lacrosse in the quad, or explore center city
Advice for Incoming Students:
Study and put your academics first, but don't forget to have fun!

Anthony Morrione
Hometown:Norristown, PA
4th Year PharmD

Campus Involvement: Phi Delta Chi, PCP Student Council, Inter-Greek Council
Favorite thing to do in your free time:Hang out with my brothers, watch movies and tv, exercise, read graphic novels, play guitar and sing.

Ravi Patel
Hometown: Piscataway, NJ
4rd Year PharmD

Campus Involvement:Sigma Beta Rho, StEPP 
Favorite thing to do in free time: Hitting the gym, driving down the shore in the summer, camping, traveling
Advice for Incoming Students: Study hard but never stress out. Stressing will just make things worse and take the joys out of life. Don't take school too lightly but also have fun while you're here. Enjoy philly and the different organizations that USciences has to offer.

Stephanie Pham
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
4th year Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Business

Campus Involvement:Pilipino Cultural Association, iNERT!A Dance Team, & Desk Attendant
Favorite thing to do in free time: Hanging out with friends, practicing Taekwon-do, modeling, working out and dancing.
Advice for Incoming Students: Go find what the clubs have to offer and meet new people. And get to know the upperclassmen because they have already been through it so they can definitely help you. 

Toni Primo
Hometown: Naperville, IL
3rd Year Biology, Pre-Med

Campus Involvement:USciences Ambassador, Leadership Assistant, Pre-Med Society, AMSA, International Society, and Biology Tour Guide
Favorite thing to do in free time: Read, watch movies, and relax with friends.
Advice for Incoming Students: This is a new chapter in your life, so do not forsake it, embrace it. Everyone is in the same boat as you are, so you are not alone.

Keith Tagoe
Hometown: Lawrence, NJ
4th Year PharmD

Campus Involvement:Student Government Association Senator, Student Ambassador, Student Conduct Committee Member, American Pharmacists Association, Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity, Intramural Sports
Favorite thing to do in free time: Playing Sports, Eating, Socializing, Tree Planting and watching "larping" at Clark Park.
Advice for Incoming Students: Make (smart) friends. Join anything and never lose focus. Enjoy the little things.

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