Leadership Team | Philadelphia Service Immersion Program

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Meet your 2017 PSIP Leadership Team!

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Dan Soucy '18

PSIP Student Director

Hometown: Bedford, NH
Major: International Relations

Hello Class of 2021! My name is Dan and I am this year’s PSIP Student Director. I am a rising senior majoring in International Relations. I also have minors in Asian Studies, Political Science and History. On campus, I am a Service Scholar for the Faith-Justice Institute, an English instructor at the Welcome Center, a member of Sigma Iota Rho (the International Relations Honor Society) and Phi Beta Kappa, a Hawk Host and a former PSIP leader. I also am lover of all things related to travel. During Christmas Break of my sophomore year, I served in Piura, Peru through SJU's Winter Immersion Program. Then, this past fall, I studied abroad in Pune, India for 4 months. With that said, I am SO excited to be back on campus and am honored to be this year’s PSIP student director. This program has challenged me to grow and learn in a plethora of different ways. As a result of PSIP, I began to critically think about social justice and what it means to pursue solidarity and community with people of diverse backgrounds. Through my experiences with PSIP, I not only grew as an individual but also as a member of the Philadelphia community. I hope that you view PSIP as a time to throw yourself into Philadelphia not only by experiencing all of the beauty and love that this city has to offer, but also by experiencing all of the struggles it faces as well. You chose to be a part of something absolutely incredible...we can't wait to meet you all in August!

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Kiersten Martin '18

PSIP Coordinator

Hometown: Secane, PA
Major: Food Marketing and Business Intelligence & Analytics

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Hello Class of 2021! Welcome to Hawk Hill, welcome to PSIP, welcome home. My name is Kiersten and I am a rising senior from Secane, PA. I’m so grateful to have experienced PSIP as a participant, a leader and now as one of the coordinators for this year’s program. Because of PSIP, I jumped head first into all that SJU has to offer. I've served with many organizations in Philadelphia through Service Learning, Magis, and Weekly Service. I’ve met communities in Virginia and the Gulf Coast through APEX and the Winter Immersion Program. I learned how to accompany others through leading a Winter Immersion trip to Ecuador. I have participated in retreats, joined a sorority and became a member of the Food Marketing Association. PSIP, a four day early move in program, manages to embody what is at the heart of St. Joe’s. You will be wrapped in the SJU community’s embrace from the moment your parents’ car pulls up on move in day. You will transition into college life while meeting some incredible individuals and having a heck of a lot of fun. You will encounter Philadelphia’s people, culture and service opportunities, step out of your comfort zone, look at the world through a new lens and learn to live in solidarity. Come as you are, come with an open mind, and see you in August!

Evan Addis '18

PSIP Coordinator

Hometown: Lancaster County, PA
Major:
Economics

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What's crackin’ hawks! My name is Evan Addis and I am a rising senior from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. As an economics major, I am gathering an in-depth understanding of how societies live and organize themselves in an economic manner. In addition to my formal academic studies, I perform various studies outside of the classroom with different professors- mostly regarding matters of philosophy. Falling in love with knowledge truly is critical to our development towards fully-rounded humans. To put matters simply, PSIP is an amazing stimulus that will set you on an unbelievable path here at Saint Joseph's. The amount of love and positivity you will experience is absolutely incredible. The opportunity I have been given to lead you guys makes me feel truly blessed. Here at Saint Joe's, I am a member of club soccer, the Green Fund Executive Board and the Economics Society. I am also an Appalachian Experience leader and am obviously involved in PSIP! In addition to these clubs, I feel as though we are all connected through an immensely dense force of love. Humans should all respect and treat one another with humanity and therefore in a way that we all deserve to be treated. SJU is all about community and unity with one another, and I cannot wait for you all to go through the same experiences that I have, ones that I know you will embrace to the fullest. Let's tear this year's PSIP up!!!

Jake Diehl '18

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Dedham, MA
Major: Managing Human Capital

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Hello Dearest PSIP Participants!!!! My name is Jake Diehl and I am a rising senior from Dedham, Massachusetts. I am a double major in Leadership, Ethics, and Organizational Sustainability and Managing Human Capital. This is my fourth year involved with PSIP and I can’t wait to welcome all of you to our beautiful faces to the one the only Saint Joseph’s University. Here are some fun facts about me. If could meet any person on this earth it would be Tom Brady, and if I could be one person on this earth it would be Matt Damon. I love Cats! I have a 20-pound Cat named Rascal, and we treat him like an official member of the Diehl family. My brother graduated from Saint Joseph two years ago, and I have sister that is a senior in high school. I am a huge fan of Kelly Clarkson, love her music. I work on campus as a service scholar for the Faith Justice Institute, and will be a part of the summer scholars program this summer. I am also involved APEX, CLC, and service learning here on campus. PSIP is the best program I have been involved with here at SJU and I can’t wait for you all to experience it. Get excited and I can’t wait to see you all in the fall. Go Hawks.

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Tim Owings' 18

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Baltimore, MD
Major: Food Marketing

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Welcome new hawks!!! My name is Tim and I am a rising senior from Baltimore, MD. I am studying Food Marketing and Leadership, Ethics, and Organizational Sustainability (LEO). This will be my second time as a leader for this awesome program and cannot wait to meet the new participants. On campus, I am a member of the Jesuit Honors Society (Alpha Sigma Nu) and the Business Honors Society (Beta Gamma Sigma). I am also involved in the weekly service program through Campus Ministry and have served at after school programs, soup kitchens, and nursing homes. I have traveled to Guatemala with the Winter Immersion Program and have participated in the Appalachian Experience the past two spring breaks. In the fall of my Junior year, I was lucky enough to study abroad at Florence University of the Arts in Italy! PSIP is an amazing program to introduce incoming freshman to service, the Philadelphia area, and important topics on our campus, like social justice, solidarity, and men and women with and for others. It is also a great way to meet new friends and begin adjusting to college life.

Katherine Walsh' 18

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Perkasie, PA
Major: Biology and Psychology

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Get ready Class of 2021 for a life-giving week filled with fun, hard-work, pictures, laughter, and a ton of love! My name is Katherine Walsh and I am a junior from Perkasie, PA. PSIP is hands down my favorite memory of freshman year and has truly been a catalyst for the person I am today--- I am excited to be there with you all in your journey throughout this week! PSIP is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and experience the City of Brotherly Love in a whole new light, working with and for others. PSIP has given me the opportunity to be involved with Weekly Service, Service-Learning, the spring break Appalachian Experience, Public Relations Chair of Phi Sigma Pi, Peer Educators, Hawk Host tour guide, Ignite Freshman Retreat, the First Year Leadership Team, and so many other wonderful organizations here at SJU! PSIP led me to fall in love with the people I am surrounded by each and every day and I can’t wait to see all that PSIP gives you --and what you give back to it ! So, get excited for your week long journey in the beautiful city of Philadelphia, with some of the most amazing people you will meet, and who knows, maybe you will fall in love with SJU and all that PSIP brings to your journey.

Erin Jordan '18

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Annapolis, MD
Major: Marketing

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Class of 2021!! Welcome home to Hawk Hill! My name is Erin Jordan and I am a rising senior from Annapolis, MD majoring in Marketing with a minor in Business Intelligence. You have already made the best decision as an incoming freshman in deciding to get involved on campus... and even better that it is through PSIP. PSIP is the most incredible experience that an individual can have upon first arriving at SJU in the sense that it will allow you to be exposed to the values, community, and relationships that will come to define your four years on Hawk Hill. You will become immersed in your awesome new home of Philadelphia while learning about the Jesuit values, connecting with those you are serving with and for, and deepening your understanding of the value of service. You will meet some of your best friends, create lasting memories, and become familiar with the community of Saint Joe's. Over the past three years, I have uncovered a passion for service through Service Learning, Big Brother Big Sister, and the Appalachian Experience. I have also enjoyed my time as a sister of Alpha Gamma Delta, a member of the club swim team, a study abroad Peer Ambassador, and a Campion cookie lover. I am SO excited to meet you all, serve alongside you, and welcome you to my favorite place in the whole wide world!

Lizzie Fuller '18

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Lafayette Hill, PA
Major: English and Communications

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Hey Class of 2021!! My name is Lizzie Fuller and I am a rising Senior from Lafayette Hill, PA. I am a double major in Communications and English. On campus,I am a leader for the Appalachian Experience (APEX), a Placement Liaison for the Faith Justice Institute, Hawk Host, 4:16 and Ignite Retreat Leader, Service Learning Student and of course a PSIP leader. This is my second year leading and I am really excited to again be able to be apart of such a formative and amazing program.

PSIP truly has shaped my time on Hawk Hill in the best way possible. It introduced me to some of my best friends, challenged me to think more critically about the world around me, encounter people who I would have never thought I would meet and overall have an incredible amount of fun. Through immersing myself in this experience, I grew tremendously in just a few days and felt confident and comfortable going into my first days of freshman year. Congrats on making the great decision to participate in one of my favorite program on campus. Can’t wait to meet you all and welcome to Saint Joe’s!!

Caroline Sullivan' 18

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Quincy, MA
Major: Economics and Sociology

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I am incredibly excited to say… Welcome home, Hawks! I am so happy that you chose SJU and even happier that you are starting your SJU journey with PSIP! My name is Caroline Sullivan and I am a rising Senior with an Economics major and Sociology minor. Deciding to take part in PSIP was one of the best decisions I made as a freshman. Not only did it foster my passion for service and social justice but it served as a springboard, launching me into the unique community we have here on Hawk Hill. I hope it will do the same for you! In my time here at SJU I have been involved in Weekly Service, Magis, traveled to Tennessee and West Virginia through the Appalachian Experience, became a member of clubs like Hawks vs. Cancer and SJU’s Make a Wish Club, have taken service-learning classes, joined a koinonia group and became an initiated sister of Alpha Gamma Delta. PSIP is a great opportunity to become acclimated to college life while learning more about the city of Philadelphia and diving into the social justice issues that our world faces today. I can’t wait to meet you all and for you to experience this amazing week that will challenge you, make you think, make you laugh and bond you to so many new people!

Caroline Glavin '18

PSIP Student Leaders

Major: Sociology and Interdisciplinary Health Services

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Hii Class of 2021! My name is Caroline Glavin and I am a rising senior studying Sociology and Interdisciplinary Health Services. I feel so incredibly lucky to have the opportunity to be apart of PSIP this year and to meet the new wonderful class of hawks! Although I did not have the opportunity to be apart of PSIP my freshman year I know what an impact it has made on my best friend and I cannot wait to be apart of this journey with all of you! In my time here at SJU I have been involved in Weekly Service, APEX, Collegiate Challenge and a leader on the Sophomore Retreat team. I am the Vice President of Thanksgiving Dinner Dance and the President of Active Minds. Saint Joe's has helped me to grow and see the value in myself and what I can do to make a difference and I cannot wait to see all the wonderful things you all will bring to SJU. I hope you all are so excited and ready for a wonderful week of PSIP, cannot wait to meet you all!

Sarah Cherundulo, '18

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Old Forge, PA
Major: Sociology

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Hi Class of 2021, welcome to SJU! My name is Sarah Cherundolo and I am thrilled that you chose to participate in PSIP; it is the best possible way to start your freshman year. I am a senior sociology major with a LEO minor from Old Forge, Pennsylvania. Over the past 3 years I have been involved in Magis, Weekly Service, the Appalachian Experience and Collegiate Challenge. I also had the opportunity to study abroad twice while at Saint Joe’s. I spent 5 weeks in Greece on a study tour after my freshman year and I spent this past semester in Cape Town, South Africa. I can’t wait to be back on campus in the fall and meet you all! Some fun facts about myself are that I bungee jumped off one of the highest bridges in the world (it was terrifying, I wouldn’t recommend it) and I make fantastic chocolate chip cookies. PSIP helped me discover the passion I have for service and immersed me into both the Philadelphia and the Saint Joseph’s community. Learning about Philadelphia through service is one of the best ways to truly get to know the city, and PSIP allows you to do that. I hope you all have an amazing summer, get excited!!!

Kristen Herrmann '19

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Bucks County, PA
Major: Elementary & Special Education

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Welcome class of 2021 to not only your future school, but also your future home! I can’t wait until you all arrive at Saint Joseph’s, and by participating in PSIP, you will become a part of the community right away! My name is Kristen Herrmann, and I am an Elementary and Special Education double major here on Hawk Hill. I can’t believe that only two years ago, I was in your place when I decided to sign up for PSIP. By participating in this program, I immediately met a huge group of amazing people, got to experience serving in the beautiful city of Philadelphia, and was introduced to the profound Jesuit ideals of service. So basically, I had an awesome week! Because of the feelings of acceptance and community that I experienced while on PSIP, I was encouraged to get involved in various clubs and activities on campus including weekly service, chapel choir, the Appalachian Experience, the service fraternity, APO, and Hawk Hosts. I am so excited for you all to experience for yourself all that Saint Joe’s has to offer, especially this amazing way to start off your first year as a Hawk! Enjoy the rest of your summer, and be prepared to have the time of your life here at Saint Joseph’s!

Jack Paris '19

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Collegeville, PA
Major: Undecided, Spanish Minor

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Greetings class of 2020 to the amazing college of Saint Joe's! The PSIP experience is one of the highlights of every participant's freshman year and is the perfect way to enter the community you will be a part of for the next four years. My name is Jack Paris and I am a PSIP participant, attended the ignite retreat and will be leading it this fall, am in Alpha Phi Omega (co-ed professional service fraternity), participated in weekly service, and I enjoy going running and consuming overwhelming helpings of campion cookies. PSIP is going to introduce you to the great city of Philadelphia, some amazing friends, and some fantastic food. I'm so excited to meet all of you and welcome you to undeniably the greatest place in the history of the universe on Hawk Hill!

Kat Mensching '20

PSIP Student Leaders

Major: Marketing

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Hello Class of 2021! I am so excited to welcome you home to Hawk Hill. Congratulations on making such an excellent first choice on your SJU Journey. PSIP shaped my freshman year and I'm sure it will shape yours to. I am a Sophomore Marketing major and my passions lie in service, art and writing. On Campus, I am involved with Hawk Hosts, Alpha Phi Omega (the service fraternity), Service Learning and some of our awesome service trips offered through SJU. I don't think words can properly express how excited I am to get to know you all. Peace, love & PSIP!!

Brittany Porter '20

PSIP Student Leaders

Major: Interdisciplinary Health Services

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Hello, Hello, Class of 2021! Welcome to Hawk Hill and, more importantly, welcome to PSIP!

Congrats on choosing to become part of the fam! My name is Brittany Porter and I am a rising Sophomore, currently majoring in Interdisciplinary Health Services. I kicked off my time here at SJU with PSIP, and it soon led me to get involved in so many activities here on campus, such as Weekly Service, a Service Learning Course, and First Year Leadership Team. I am also a member of Club Softball, Followed By A Bear theatre club, a Christian Life Community (CLC), and APEX. I would not have gotten involved in these things or have met even half of the amazing people that I did without starting my journey with PSIP. I am so excited to meet all of you, and can't wait for you to start off your journey here at SJU with PSIP as well! It is going to be an unforgettable ride filled with laughter, friendship, hard work, and new beginnings! Don't be scared to find me and say hello, and enjoy your time here on Hawk Hill!!!

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Peter Ferrara '20

PSIP Student Leaders

Major: Double Major in Finance and Leader Ethics and Organizational Sustainability (LEO)

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Hello Class of 2021 and Welcome to Hawk Hill!! I am so happy that you made the amazing decision to come to Saint Joe's and are starting off strong with PSIP. My name is Peter Ferrara, I am a rising sophomore Finance major with a L.E.O minor. Choosing to participate in PSIP was hands down one of the best things I did my freshman year. I gained a great group of friends right away, while immersing myself in the community of Philadelphia and learning about social justice. This program also made my transition into college SUPER smooth and easy. Since PSIP, I've involved myself in Weekly Service, The Dean's Leadership Program, Booster Club, and even a trip to Alleghany Highlands, Virginia through Appalachian Experience. All in all, I can't wait to meet all of you, and remember, THE HAWK WILL NEVER DIE!!!!

Stephanie Crispell '20

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Elliot City, MD
Major: Elementary and Special Education

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Welcome Class of 2021 Hawks! I am beyond excited to welcome you to Hawk Hill with an amazing way to start freshman year! My name is Stephanie and I am a rising Sophomore from Ellicott City, MD. It brings me great joy that you chose to come to SJU and even better, participate in PSIP! PSIP was a place of many firsts for me ~ First night in college, first to swipe into the dining hall, first for true independence, first to serve in Philadelphia, and most importantly first to find my true passion for service and solidarity. The community and love that PSIP provides inspired me to immerse myself in the Service Learning program serving in an elementary school in West Philadelphia, the Magis program focusing on service and social justice, the community of Honker, VA through the Appalachian Experience, Weekly Service, and the Ignite retreats. I also am involved with the Student Union Board, Hawk Host, Greek Life, and Irish Dance Club! PSIP opened my eyes to all the extraordinary opportunities SJU has to offer and allowed me to immerse myself in the love and beauty of the Philadelphia community. I will never forget my incredible PSIP experience, as I met amazing individuals while serving our community. May this program help you explore and learn about yourself, SJU, Philadelphia, and everything in between. I am so excited for you to start your SJU journey and experience PSIP! See you in August!

Colleen Logan '18

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Springfield, PA
Major: Finance and Business Intelligence

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Hi Class of 2021! Welcome to St. Joe's! My name is Colleen Logan and I am a rising senior here on Hawk Hill from Springfield, PA. I am super excited that you chose to come to SJU, but more importantly that you chose to participate in PSIP! One of my favorite parts of freshmen year was doing PSIP so I promise you will not regret this decision. PSIP is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the college life, become acquainted with the campus and experience all of the service opportunities that are offered here at St. Joe's. I have continued in SJU's tradition of service over the past three years by taking part in service learning classes, being a Service scholar as well as participating in weekly service. I am also a member of the Dean’s Leadership Program as well as work as a lab technician in the Haub School of Business Wall Street Trading Room. I am so excited for you to participate in PSIP and to have the chance to see all SJU has to offer! Have a great summer and see you in August!

Eugene Ramos '18

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Belleville, NJ
Major: Autism Studies

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Hello, my name is Eugene Ramos and I am a senior Autism Studies major here at SJU. I am from Belleville, New Jersey and have a second home here on Hawk Hill. I am very excited to lead a group of you through this program and cannot wait to tackle the challenges of social justice together. As a freshman I participated in PSIP and because it has been very dear to my heart, I hope that after this week we can continue to grow and love each other to work toward a solution of the social injustice humankind is facing. Peace, Love, PSIP!

Matt Lenahan ‘18

PSIP Student Leaders

Major: Food Marketing

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Welcome Home Hawks!

What you're about to embark on will challenge you to think like you've never thought before, act with genuine intention, and kickstart a journey of what it truly means to be a part of the Saint Joseph's community!

My Name Is Matt Lenahan, and I am incredibly thankful and ecstatic to be a part of that Journey with you! I am a soon to be Senior Food Marketing Major with a Communications Minor with a passion for Music, Star Wars, and Flamin' Hot Cheetos. On campus I am a member of Delta Sigma Pi a co-ed Business Fraternity on Campus, a Hawk Host for the Office of Admissions (maybe we've crossed paths once or twice!!!), an Appalachian Experience leader, and last but not least, a part of the PSIP Community!

Coming to Saint Joseph's, the Philadelphia Service Immersion Program was such an incredible springboard that inspired to get involved with my community both through extracurriculars and service. I incredibly thankful for you all for accepting the call to kickstart your college career and look forward to being part of this incredible journey you are about to embark on here on Hawk Hill, and in the City of Brotherly Love!

Kevin Shank' 18

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Broomall, PA
Major: Math and Computer Science

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Welcome Class of 2021 to St. Joe's and congrats on making the decision to start off your school year right with PSIP! My name is Kevin Shank and I am a rising senior from Broomall, Pennsylvania who has the self-proclaimed best man bun on campus. I am a Math and Computer Science double major with a Sports Marketing minor and my favorite m&m flavor is blue. I’m a big fan of homemade jorts and Hawaiian shirts. At St. Joe’s, I am involved in the weekly service program, the Appalachian Experience, club Gaelic football, intramural sports, and I studied abroad in Scotland! I had an incredible PSIP experience my freshman year which sparked my passion for service, helped me make new friends, and immersed me into the SJU community. I hope to bring the same positive experience in the fall for all of you new hawks. Can't wait to meet all of you as you embark on your college career!

Meg Kloss '19

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Yardley, PA
Major: Marketing & Finance

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WELCOME CLASS OF 2021! I am THRILLED that you have made the decision to join the PSIP family! My name is Meg Kloss and I am a rising junior Marketing and (unofficial) Finance double major from Yardley, PA. I participated in PSIP my freshman year, and to this day it is one of the most beneficial, fun, and eye opening programs I have been apart of. On campus, I am involved with Student Senate, Phi Sigma Pi Honor Fraternity, the Honors Program, and the Dean’s Leadership Program, and APEX. I also work as a Hawk Host and in IT Media Services. PSIP was my gateway to fully immersing myself in the values and culture of Saint Joe’s and our Jesuit education, and I hope you are able to find that in the program as well. It gives you the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the campus and Philadelphia and make it your home. It also gives you a community of beautiful humans that you might not have had the opportunity to meet otherwise, which is special in itself. I cannot wait to make you apart of our family; welcome to Hawk Hill and PSIP!!!

Jess Arnold '20

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Mt. Laurel, NJ
Major: Marketing

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Hello Class of 2021! Welcome to St. Joe's, but more importantly, welcome home. My name is Jessica Arnold and I am a rising sophomore from Mt. Laurel, NJ. PSIP was the highlight of my freshman year and I feel so privileged to share in this experience with all of you! This special program provided me with the courage to dive into my freshman year and become involved in many programs such as the Appalachian Experience, Greek Life, and serving as a Hawk Host tour guide. I hold PSIP near and dear to my heart because it did not teach me how to find myself, but how to create who I want to be. The amount of memories, laughter, and love you will experience throughout this week is a true reflection of the SJU community. This program also brings about Jesuit values such as working with and for others and standing in solidarity, which will follow you throughout your journey as a Hawk. You will be exposed to issues concerning social justice within the city of Philadelphia that will force you to think about your own life experiences and reflect upon the significances that they hold. Naturally, we do not have all the answers, but we do have each other in order to tackle our uncertainties together in an effort to discover more about ourselves and those around us. PSIP 2017, get ready for the week of a lifetime!

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Jimmy Faunce '20

PSIP Student Leaders

Major: Accounting

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Hey Class of 2021! Welcome to your new home, Hawk Hill. My name is Jimmy Faunce and I'm a rising sophomore and accounting major here at SJU.

PSIP was easily one of my highlights during my first year at SJU. This program allowed me to see and experience the amazing city of Philadelphia through service. Additionally, PSIP allowed me to form some amazing new friendships that have grown and developed even further throughout my freshman year. I cannot wait to meet you all and see you here at Hawk Hill! THWND!

Brendan Fallon '20

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Walpole, MA
Major: Sports Marketing

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My name is Brendan Fallon and I am a rising Sophomore here at SJU. I'm from Walpole, Massachusetts and am involved with Phi Sigma Pi National Honor fraternity, APEX, service learning, Ignite freshman retreat, and PSIP of course. My biggest passion and hobby is sports. Football, Basketball and Baseball are my big 3. Whether it be playing, watching, talking or dreaming, I love sports and am a die-hard Boston sports fan. I am incredibly excited to be a PSIP leader this year and cannot wait to start. PSIP is the perfect way to start your SJU career and will be an incredible journey where you learn about yourself, your faith, the SJU/Philadelphia community, and your new classmates. I challenge you to come in with an open mind, open heart and be yourself. Prepare to grow, see you soon class of 2021!

Eliza Rocco '20

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Neptune, NJ
Major: Communications

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Hello Class of 2021!!!! Welcome to Hawk Hill, welcome home, and most importantly, welcome to one of your first and one of the best experiences SJU has to offer, PSIP!!! My name is Eliza Rocco and I am a rising sophomore and a communications major. I am so grateful and excited to be sharing this experience with all of you!! I chose to do PSIP because I wanted a different experience and was interested in service. I instantly fell in love with the program, the people I was serving with and the communities I got to meet. PSIP gave me the confidence to follow what really inspires me. On campus, I am the beat boxer for the all female acapella group, The City Belles, I am a Placement Liaison for the Faith Justice Institute, a service learning student, I have traveled to Alleghany Highlands VA with APEX, I was a member of the first year leadership team, and now a PSIP leader! This program will definitely leave a mark on your heart. Come with an open mind, ears that are ready to listen, and all the love you have to offer. I can't wait to meet you all, see you in August!!!

Nick Kropp '20

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Collegeville, PA
Major: Food Marketing

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Welcome class of 2021! My name is Nick Kropp and I am a rising sophomore Food Marketing major from Collegeville, PA who jumped out of an airplane last summer just so I’d have a good icebreaker story to tell at college.

How does it feel to have already made one of the best decisions that you’ll make at SJU? Just like you, I participated in PSIP my freshman year, and I absolutely loved it! I had always wanted to go to Saint Joe’s; I’ve been doing community service practically my whole life; and I was very familiar with Philadelphia and the surrounding area. But none of these individually prepared me for the experience of putting them all together during my five day PSIP experience. PSIP introduced me to some of my best friends and has given me some of my favorite memories of SJU. On campus, I am a manager of the Men’s Basketball Team, have participated in the Ignite Retreat (freshman retreat), went to Wilkesboro North Carolina for the Appalachian Experience (APEX), and I am a member of Campus Ministry’s First-Year Leadership Team. Just as it did for me, PSIP will give you an opportunity to view service and community in a new way, and build friendships that will last a lifetime. It will also allow you to get more familiar with the area that you will be calling home for the next few years! I cannot wait to meet all of you! See you soon and enjoy the rest of your summer!

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Maeve Sargeant '20

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Rochester, NY
Major: Psychology

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Hello Hawks!!! My name is Maeve Sargeant, a sophomore Psychology major from Rochester, NY and I am beyond excited for your journey to start here on Hawk Hill. And what better way to kick off your Saint Joseph’s experience than with PSIP!! PSIP allowed me to find my people, and I am sure you will find some of yours through this experience too. I learned about myself and who I wanted to be, before I had even tried the hawk wrap. I decided fairly quickly that SJU was home and threw myself into activities - the Irish Dance Club, the Phi Sigma Pi honor fraternity, the Appalachian Experience, weekly service, and I am an avid club lib attender. You will soon learn that SJU offers so many amazing experiences to its students, PSIP being one that I will be eternally grateful for. We are going to learn so much about the Philadelphia area, the wonderful people that inhabit it, and ways we can impact it. Get excited class of 2021 (I know I am) for one of the best weeks of your SJU career!!

Michael Fontana '20

PSIP Student Leaders

Hometown: Rochester, NY
Major: Biology

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Hi! My name is Michael Fontana. I’m from Ellicott City, Maryland. To me, PSIP is the best program here at Saint Joe’s. I love PSIP because it brings the feeling of community and belonging. Some of my best memories came from working in the city of Philadelphia on PSIP. Here at Saint Joe’s, I am studying biology. I am also a member of SJU Habitat for Humanity, SJU Snow, and Pi Kappa Phi. I love playing soccer in my free time. Can’t wait for PSIP 2017!