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Hiiii! I am from Cary, North Carolina and I am most excited to meet new people and get involved on campus. I think my interest first sparked about environmental science from a young age as my grandparents own a farm and I ride horses so i've only really ever been outside learning and have always loved it.

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Hello! My name is Amina Syeda and I am from Holly Springs, NC. Currently, I want to major in environmental sciences with a minor in global public health (and maybe statistics..) The end goal is to do public health research with a focus on environmental justice. My interest in this field is because environmental injustices are usually at the root of majority of society's issues (racism, sexism, food and housing issues, etc.) I'm very excited to get involved in NC State's environmental and social justice clubs, as well as learn more about what I want to do!

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Hi everyone! My name is Savannah. I'm from Holly Springs, NC, but grew up in Greenville NC. I'm an ENVFY major right now. I'm most excited about living in such a close community, especially in the Honors Quad on east campus. I've been playing in mud pies and lakes since I was a little girl, so I've always been interested in environmental science. My 10th grade APES teacher really fostered the love and inspiration I had for going into the field by being so passionate about something - more than I had ever seen. I'm excited for the entire year ahead with all my peers!

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Hi! My name is Roman and I am from Winston-Salem, Nc but originally from New Jersey where I lived for 13 years. I currently am an ENVFY major but plan to try to do environmental engineering. What I most exicted about to do in NC State is to get involved on campus from working to joining clubs, I hope to make long lasting memories here and grow as a person. What started my intrest in the Environment was nature documentaries I used to watch as a kid and going to parks and always exploring then environment around me, so I felt inclined to do something to protect it.

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HELLO! My name is Raymon, and I am from the Oh So Glorious town of Zebulon, NC! I would have to say that the main thing I'm excited about starting at NC State is the various activities/clubs that go on here! I like to do things, and knowing that there's an organization that likes the things that I do is great! As for what sparked my interest in the environment, y'all ever go to a really amazing field and then only a few months later see it get completely destroyed to nothing but asphalt and really mundane monochrome housing? Yeah, I saw that happen like three times, and it helped me realize that nature is important! And we should treasure and protect the nature we have!!

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Hey guys! My name is Gracelyn, and I am originally from Illinois but grew up in Garner, NC. At State, I am most excited to get involved in my school and community while exploring new passions, hobbies, and opportunities. In K-12, I have liked science, but my favorite part was when we got to learn about the different biomes, cycles, and organisms of the environment. I later took AP Earth and Environmental Science and from there on I was set!

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Hey! My name is Jessica and I’m from Fayetteville, NC. I am in ENVFY with hopes to major in Wildlife Biology. At NC State, I look forward furthering my education and learning more about who I am and what I want to do with my life. What sparked my interest in the world environment was ‘Wild Kratts’. It was my favorite show as a kid and it definitely was a contributing factor in my love for animals and the environment.

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Hi! My name is Sophie and I'm from Cary, NC. I'm excited to join a variety of clubs and have new opportunities. I can't wait to meet new people and get outdoors! I hope to learn lots from my ENV classes at NC State to help me in my future studies of sustainable architecture and urban planning. Growing up, my family was always outside and those core memories are what pushed me towards this career path. My APES and marine biology courses also solidified that this is what I'm passionate about since I loved the lessons and field work.

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My name is Ariana and I'm from Charlotte North Carolina. I'm most excited about getting to participate in some extracurricular activities and learn about various interesting topics in classes. what got me interested in the environment was a love of nature and a desire to really help take care of it. Earth, environmental and natural sciences were some of my favorite subjects to study in elementary, middle and high school. I just really want to be a part of a large positive change and make a difference where I can.

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Hi, my name is Aminah but most people call me Minah! I'm from Columbia, SC and I'm most excited about making friends and succeeding in my studies here at NC State! I always loved being outside as a kid and now I can find peace in going on nature walks or even just sitting down and enjoying scenic views! So I chose a topic that I know will keep me intrigued!

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Hi! I'm Kaylee, and I am from Denver, NC! I am really excited to meet new people and make new friends, as well as being a part of extracurricular activities such as the drumline and the sailing club. I am also really looking forward to learning more about the environment because I am fascinated by it. I grew up being outside all of the time. My family camps and sails, so I am used to spending many nights outside. I've always loved watching weather patterns when sailing and seeing how the coral gets more bleached every year due to global warming.

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Hello my name is Ty. My hair is much shorter now than it was in this photo. I am from Raleigh born and raised. I am most excited for football season and finding a new Church family to call home. My interest in the environment was sparked in the third grade the first time I learned about climate change. Since then I have always been very curious towards the problems our environment has.

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Hi! I'm Scarlett, and I'm from Durham, North Carolina. I am really excited for all the opportunities here at State, from the clubs to the career development, I can't wait to see what state has to offer. My love for the environment was sparked by all the animals I have worked with and all the time I spent by the Eno river growing up.

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Hey! My name is Liam Barry and I am from Worthington, Massachusetts but I was born in New York, New York. I am most excited about the opportunities being at NC State will provide me; I'm excited to learn, join clubs, and play sports! Growing up in rural Massachusetts, I spent most of my childhood in the woods and constantly interacting with nature. Through highschool, I continued to do conservation work and enjoyed hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities. So, for me, studying the environment at state feels like the perfect next step!

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My names Landon. Im from Cary, North Carolina. Im am very excited to meet new people and join different clubs at NC State. Im also looking forward to this program to figure out what I want to major in. My interest in the environment was sparked by my family, as growing up I was constantly exposed to the outdoors. I love to ski and hike and just generally be outdoors.

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Hi! My name is Kaia and I'm from Raleigh, North Carolina. What I'm most excited to do at NC State is join clubs and discover different hobbies I could possibly be interested in. I'm also really excited to utilize the different resources that State has such as their library and their Howling Cow ice cream! I got really interested in the environment when I started watching nature shows. I always found nature really interesting, but when I started watching these shows it was really cool to see how different species interacted in the same environment and how they each played their own part in the ecosystem to make it thrive.

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My name is Frances. I'm from Morehead City, but I lived in Raleigh for the first half of my life. I am very excited to get opportunities to work in my field from the experiences NCSU offers. My interest in the environment was sparked when I discovered red wolves. Red wolves are a species of wolf that only live in North Carolina. When I first found out about them, there were just 18 left in the wild. I've developed a passion/obsession for them. I have a big interest in wolves in general, as ecosystem engineers and as animals. I love watching wildlife and going out on wildlife refuges.

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Hi! I'm Lilly and I am from Newport/Morehead City, NC. I am super excited to meet new people at NC State and also get involved in different clubs. I am especially interested in joining the Leopold Wildlife Club and taking come rock climbing classes at the Carmichael Gym. I've always loved animals and the environment, but what really made me want to work in conservation was volunteering at a local Wildlife Rehab Center where I live!

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Hello! My name is Brooklynn and I am from around the Columbus Ohio area. I am a big Ohio State fan. I am so excited to get involved here at NC State to meet new people and take many new opportunities. I'm excited to be in a new state without so many new things to do. I have always had a lot of passion for the environment taking a lot of classes that revolve around it. I was apart of something called the Teen Eco Summit at my high school and ran my schools recycling program. Focusing on sustainability practices is something that I like to dive into. I want people to be able to enjoy our world we live in and help to stop all the pollution in our world. I am so excited to start this class and learn so much more!

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Howdy, my name is Mason Broadaway. I'm from Cameron, NC, which is a small rural town with some antiques and a whole lot of nothing. I'm most excited about the new environment I'm in and being the first in my family to go to college. My interest in the environment has stuck with me since I was a kid since I was practically raised in the outdoors. If I wasn't watching Thomas the Tank Engine, I was either hunting with my dad or heading to the lake with my papa. It left me with a passion to protect and preserve it so future generations can understand the importance of the land around them.

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Hi! My name is Loralei and I’m from High Point, NC (about an hour and a half from Raleigh!). I’m most excited to meet new people at NC State and take advantage of all the opportunities given here. I’m also very excited to learn more about the different disciplines within CNR and everything they have to offer! I’ve always been interested in the environment, but my interest in continuing my education surrounding the environment came from my Biology class in my junior year of high school! As a part of my Early College experience, we were able to take a higher level biology and a lab, which made it one of my favorite subjects!

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Hello. My name is Hunter Bailey and I am from Creedmoor, NC (grew up in Cary and Garner as well). I am excited about the opportunities available at NC State that are related to interests I have (clubs, internships, etc.). Throughout my childhood I was often outside/present in nature and my love for the outdoors/environment originated there.

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Hi! I'm Cypress, and I am from Wilson, North Carolina. Out of the many exciting opportunities available here at NCSU, I am probably most excited about the opportunity to meet new people. I am hoping to make many connections here at State with people who have similar interests as me both in their career goals and personal lives! My fascination with the environment has been influenced by so many different things throughout my life, but I think my time in Envirothon and my time spent in the outdoors fishing and backpacking have had the most impact. My dream is to find a career that lets me maximize my time spent outdoors surrounded by nature, and I am very hopeful that my time here at NCSU will lead to that.

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Hi! My name is Izzy, and I grew up in Raleigh but currently live in Washington State. In high school, I was very involved in student leadership and social media, and I’m excited to continue developing those skills through clubs here at NC State! I’m also rushing this semester and looking forward to all the opportunities that brings. Outside of school, I’ve always loved being outdoors, whether it’s hiking, rock climbing, snowboarding, or anything in between, which has given me a lifelong appreciation for the environment. That passion has grown into a strong interest in sustainability, and I hope to pursue it further through my major!

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Hi! I'm Cutter, I was born and raised in Wilmington North Carolina. Here at NC State I am most excited to work towards getting my degree in Civil Engineering and getting involved in various activities or groups around campus. Growing up I was constantly on the water and near various wetlands and waterways, which really sparked my interest in the environment, especially coastal preservation and conservation.

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Hi, my name is Ethan Gibson. My hometown originally is Charlotte, North Carolina. I’m most excited about getting involved different interesting things around campus and getting to start classes. My interest in the environment came from biking, hiking and running in nature all throughout my life.

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Hi! I’m from Raleigh, NC (aka here) and I’m really looking forward to becoming part of a community that has always been a pretty big presence in my hometown. :) Specifically, I’m excited to explore and find the best fit for me, both in a major and in clubs (interested in theater/emergency med-esque stuff)! Initially, I was drawn to the environment because of how many different fields it connects to. Like, while there’s a strong biological aspect, I also love how it ties into public policy, civic engagement, etc.! Super excited to get to know y'all :D

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I’m Misty or Mist, and I was born in Houston Texas. I am incredibly excited to start at one of if not the best environmental programs in the state. Dr. Gideon Wasserberg of Wasserberg Lab told me all the wonderful opportunities his colleagues here offered and it immediately sealed the deal for me, though this was already one of my top choices. I’m not entirely sure what sparked my interest in ecology, because I’ve never known a time when I didn’t feel this way. I did a presentation in pre-k about how this would be my career path, it’s who I’ve always been. Moving to North Carolina did give me a passion for protecting the North Carolina ecosystem though. It’s so rich and full of so many amazing organisms, and with over a hundred endangered animals and around 20 endangered plants in this state to my knowledge, I’m excited to join the conservation efforts.

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Hi, my name is Charlotte! My hometown is Harrisburg, NC which is about 30 minutes from uptown Charlotte. I am very excited to dive into all of my classes and learn things that I am really interested in! I am also excited to meet a lot of new people and make friends!! I have always loved science and found it really interesting, but when I took AP environmental science my junior year of high school I knew that's what I wanted to do!

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Hey! My name is Bella, and I am the one on the left. I'm from Monroe, North Carolina, about an hour from Charlotte. I am most excited about getting involved in clubs, going to football games, and meeting new friends. I am most interested in the Christian ministry clubs like CRU and sports clubs like intramural sports. I was interested in the environmental program at NC State because I love the outdoors, hiking, hunting, fishing, and I also enjoy shooting skeet and playing sports.

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Hi! My name is Bella and I'm from Wake Forest, NC. I'm super excited to join different clubs and meet new people this year at NC State! I am also so excited to figure out what I want my exact major to be, since I know I want to do something within the environmental umbrella, but I'm still not exactly sure of any specifics. I think the first thing to spark my interest in the environment was taking APES junior year. It came somewhat easily to me and I felt like I was truly interested in what we were discussing. I'm super excited to be apart of the ENFY program and continue exploring my interests! 

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Hi everyone! My name is Victoria but most people call me Tori. I'm from Siler City, NC and I am excited about getting to explore the various intrests that I have and finding new ones (such as rock climbing). My intrest in the environment was sparked from a young age from the recreational actvities I participated in (hunting,fishing,hiking,etc), the clubs I joined in school, and through classes such as APES.

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Hi, I'm Haley. i come from a small town called Maury NC, right outside of Greenville NC. I'm most excited for my Environmental course and being in the Marching Band. I became interested in the the environment about Sophomore year when I took biology.

I've always loved watching life on our planet documentaries by David Attenborough and i plan to pursue a future like his.

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Hey everyone! My name is Madelyn and I'm from the garner/clayton area which is 25 minutes south from Raleigh. I'm most excited to get involved within NC State as much as humanly possible. I want to join campus/college ministries, environmental/outdoorsy clubs, going to lots of sports events, joining intramural volleyball, and being involved in the honors and goodnight programs. What sparked my interest in the environment was a lifelong love for the outdoors, it's where I spent most of my childhood and then that love and passion solidified when I took APES my junior year of High School.

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Hi! I'm Sloane, I'm the one on the right, and I'm from Denver, Colorado. I am most excited about pursuing many different interests here at NCSU and learning more about myself and what I want to do in the future! My interest in the environment started when I took APES my junior year, as well as camping and hiking in the mountains a lot.

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Hi my name is Mary Louise and I am from right here in Raleigh! I am most excited about all the ways to get involved at State. My interest in the environment came from the backpacking and hiking respect of "leave no trace" while out on the trail and also the practice of reuse/recycle.

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Hi everyone! I am from Burlington, North Carolina and am excited to find the passion that I want to pursue within the environment and enjoy my time at NCSU while doing it. I would say my interest in the environment came from all the outdoor activities I have done growing up like fishing and camping (and how some as this has degraded). Managing and repairing the natural world is one of the most daunting and crucial goals of the upcoming generations and I hope to be a part of it.

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Hi! I am from Holly Springs, North Carolina and I am most excited to meet new people here at NCSU. My interest in the environment has always been present, but grew largely when I took APES in High School.

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I am from Cary, North Carolina.

I am excited about learning

I was sparked by being outside

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