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Hi there and WELCOME to 505! This week I'd like to get to know you all! Here is what I want to know about each of you:
1) Your Full Name & preferred name,
2) Your Favorite place to be,
3) Your Spirit Animal and why,
4) Your Spirit Drink and why,
5-9) 5 Adjectives that describe you.
10) What outstanding questions do you have about the course?
11) What are you looking forward to most once Covid-19 lock downs are over?
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1) Rebecca VanMeter-Brown, Dr. VanMeter, Dr. V., Rebecca
2) You're looking at it, the beach!
3) A dolphin because they have no natural enemies, they like to have fun and play, and are social animals.
4) Champagne! My birthday is Dec. 31st so I just feel like it's supposed to be a thing, plus it is really exciting to your pallet every time you take a sip!
5) Wife: I've been married to my husband since 2016.
6) Mother: I've been a bonus mom from jump (Trenton 9, Bailey 5) and I have had two birth daughters (Reese 2.5 years, Reagan 1.5 years).
7) Christian: I love my church, Northview Church, and it's philosophy of "connecting people with God, connecting people with people".
8) Traveler: I love to travel and was able to add two states,  Utah and Arizona, this summer when we did a cross-country road trip to Cali. I hate riding in the car, so this was a feat for many reasons.
9) Thoughtful: It is very rewarding to make someone else's day, so I'm constantly looking for little ways to show love to those around me (usually it is through giving them a meal unexpectedly).
10) A great sense of pride in the learning that takes place and helping you all to grow both as individuals and as critical thinkers.
11) Life without a mask.
Here's a picture from my road trip to Cali this summer. This picture is from Moab, Utah. It was a spectacular site to see.

I look forward to meeting each of you!! Cheers to a great semester.

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1) Gannon Miller
2) Disneyworld/Disneyland.
3) Bear because they're both adorable and deadly beasts.
4) Mojito because it's refreshing and not too delicious that you drink too much.
5) Soon-to-be-Newlywed: I am marrying my beautiful fiance in less than two weeks (September 5th).
6) Pawdre: I have two little fur-children - 1 year old male Daschund/Chihuahua and a 4-5 year old female teacup chihuahua. They're both rescues.
7) Ambitious: In most things, especially my career, I am always trying my best to find the next opportunity for success.
8) Intellectual: I love learning - how things are made, how things work, new skills/trades, etc.
9) Hard-working: When it comes to a job or task that I really care out (and even most times when I don't) I work extremely hard and diligently to get the task done quickly, and correctly.
10) I do not have any questions, I have taken a course by Dr. V, so I know exactly what to expect.
11) Movies - I love going to the movies, and I am very excited for theaters to start opening back up.
This picture is of me playing arcade games with my fiance.

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1) Cory Simmons
2) The Rocky Mountains
3) Monkey, they always seems to be having a good time and going with the flow.
4) Margarita, because it's crisp and refreshing and gives you the sense that you're on vacation.
5) Traveler: I love to travel and experience new places. It helps that I love driving so it's easy to hop in the car for a weekend trip.
6) Achiever: I'm always trying to make sure I accomplish whatever may need to be done and always ensure the ultimate goal is achieved.
7) Socializer: When it comes to decompressing after a long day or week I'm always the one that finds relief by socializing with friends, colleagues, etc. (all be it virtual now)
9) Persistent: If I set my mind to something chances are I'm not going to back down from that until I see it through.
10) None right now.
11) Taking a cruise, it's one of my favorite ways to travel because you can see so many places in a short time. Unfortunately (rightfully so) they were one of the first things to get cut. Also being able to go somewhere without donning a mask and hand sanitizer.
Picture from a recent hiking trip to the Smoky Mountains.

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1) Nicole Noel; Nicole, Dr. Noel
2) Favorite place: on a beach or lake with my family.
3) Spirit animal: turtle because sometimes you just have to slow down and pace yourself.  The turtle also demonstrates persistence and determination.
4) Champagne: because life is worth celebrating!
5) Pharmacist - community pharmacist for 12 years
6) Wife - my husband and I have been married 12 years
7) Mom - I have two children - Avery is 7 and Drew is 5
8) Almost an MBA graduate - this is my final semester of the MBA program
9) Determined - I set my mind to something and do not give up until it's finished
10) No outstanding questions at this time.
11) Not having to wear a mask all day, every day;

This photo is of my family in 2018.

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1)      Zhengbin Xu; if people ask me how to pronounce my first name, I tell them Jim Beam, the whiskey.  Ironically, I rarely drink.

2)      Home, sweet home.  I love traveling but home makes me feel grounded.

3)      Panda or Dog.  I held a real panda before; I love dogs because they are empathetic and seem to know human emotions.

4)      I rarely drink alcohol but margarita if I have to pick one since it does not taste like alcohol.

5)      Bicultural:  I grew up in Sichuan, China and lived in the US for 13 years.  Each culture has its own unique place in my heart.

6)      Boiler Maker: I graduated from Purdue with a PhD in Biomedical Engineering.  Boiler Up!

7)      Father and Husband: my husband and I have been together since 2007 and we have a three and half year old daughter.  It is inspiring to see the whole world through her eyes.

8)      Regulatory Affairs Professional: Instead of pursuing an academic career, I become a regulatory affair professional in medical device industry.  I love working with cross-functional teams and also the regulatory agencies in bringing innovative medical technologies into global markets.

9)      Traveler: I love traveling with family, experiencing different cultures and cuisines.

10)   I need a Course Key for Cengage MindTap eTextbook.  No other questions for now.  I am looking forward to the discussions and learning.

11)   Flying.  I am overdue for a trip back to China to visit families and have authentic Chinese food.

Here is a photo of my husband, daughter, and me in Tuscon earlier this year before the COVID lock-down.

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1) George Miller
2) Somewhere new - I love traveling and finding myself wherever the world takes me.
3) Hawk - Soaring through life.
4) Margarita - I love to relax. I also am addicted to anything that comes with salt.
5) Motivated - I am constantly seeking to improve myself the organizations I am involved with.
6) Nonchalant - I try to keep an even keel regardless of what life throws at me.
7) Husband - I am getting married to my lovely wife-to-be Kathryn on August 31st!
8) Gamer - When I have free time (and am not doing something with my fiance) I'm probably behind a computer screen.
9) Learner - I am the type of person that takes the LinkedIn quizzes.
10) No outstanding questions at this time. I'm coming in with an open mind.
11) I'm looking forward to attending some of my friend's weddings that have been rescheduled quite a few times.

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1) Your Full Name & preferred name: Bir Inder Singh Brar (Call me “Bir” … pronounced as Bee-Rrr, not Beer or Bear)

2) Your Favorite place to be - to be at home … Yes!

3) Your Spirit Animal and why … Dog. Loyal, faithful and friendly.

4) Your Spirit Drink and why … cold Beer. Primarily taste, refreshing especially after a long day..

5) Friendly … we are all in this together, more friends better we all are.

6) Humorous … work is tough & laborious so bringing in humor to team doesn’t hurt.

7) Hardworking … hurts to do but never disappoints.

8) Creative … a little power of imagination, something that was natural.

9) Result driven … like to achieve my aspirations

10) What outstanding questions do you have about the course? … I liked the introduction so far and little I read about, so very curious to expand my awareness about “Marketing” as a subject.

11) What are you looking forward to most once Covid-19 lock downs are over? …. People acknowledging it wasn’t too bad and little bit of self-control helped all of us as a community come out better!

Here’s me, enjoying the nature (those bamboos are ~100 ft tall) in the forest part of Rio-Claro (Sau Paulo) Brazil last fall.

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1) Anthony Todd (Anthony)
2) The outdoors. I love nature and its peacefulness.
3) Grizzly Bear, because they are powerful animals but keep their distance from others and mind themselves unless antagonized or protecting family.
4) Whiskey, because of all the different flavors and how long it takes to make it.
5-9) Relaxed - I am a very laid back and chill person.
Active - I play football so I am active and working out almost everyday.
Hardworking - I work very hard to achieve goals put in front of me (football      mentality).
Competitive - I hate to loose more than I love to win.
Loyal - I am very loyal to family and friends and would do almost anything for them.
10) I cannot think of any questions I have right now. The introduction video was very helpful and answered really all of the questions I thought I would have about the course. I look forward to expanding my marketing knowledge.
11) I am looking forward most to getting back to practicing and playing football and using or weight room again.

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1) Michelle Hardesty
2) Lake Gaston, VA
3) Dog--I'm loyal, love long walks and enjoy sleeping and eating
4) Beer--I try to appeal to most people and anticipate my friends would suggest I am a nice, refreshing chat after a long day.
5) Animal Lover—adopting my black lab 2 years ago was one of the best decisions I have ever made.
6) Outgoing—I generally am up to try something new. I love going new places and meeting new people
7) Dedicated—I'm very committed and believe in follow through and expect the same of my friends and family
8) Thoughtful—I enjoy giving gifts and mailing greeting cards (I’ll give the post office a break during these times).
9) Budding Introvert—The older I get, and after being encouraged to spend more time alone social distancing, I’ve truly learned to enjoy my own company.
10) No questions at this time.
11) Safely traveling for fun!

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1) My name is Ann Miller.  I go by Ann.
2) My favorite place to be is home.  I love to spend time with my family.
3) My spirit animal is an elephant.  They are tribal and take care of their own.  They are quietly intelligent.
4) My spirit drink is coffee in the morning and bourbon at night.  I am all spunk before 7 pm and then pretty laid back.  Not sure how I will do with a late class.  Lol.
5) My five adjectives are passionate
6) dedicated
7) honest
8) gracious
9) prayerful.
10) I am wondering the changes in the simulator project since we designed bicycles in my other class.  No questions.  I am just excited to learn something new.
11) I am excited about Covid 19 being over for so many reasons. I will not miss the bickering. Wear a mask. Don’t wear a mask. Go to school. Stay home. I wish there was more grace when we are trying to figure things out.

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1) Camille Nemr or Cam Nemr

2) Near the beach or poolside with drink forgetting about daily things I escaped from
3) A Tiger because they have no enemies but humans, and in a pinch they can eat their young 😉
4) Coca-cola, because I’m addicted to the taste and it’s the perfect mixer; Rum and Coke, Jack and Coke; Champagne and Coke…ok maybe a bit much.
5) Husband: I've been married to my wife since 1994.
6) Father: I have a 22-year old daughter who’s finishing her bachelor’s degree in the next 20 months
7) Son: I’ve had the same mother for all my life.
8) Traveler: I love to travel see new and historic places and try new cuisines but the lockdown has prevented a lot of pending trips, concerts and fun that help to get through life.
9) Patriot: I started my career in the Military and retired as a Reservist 4 years ago.  So, I’m a Veteran of Operation Desert Storm and Operation Enduring Freedom and I love the country and the rights that my service defended; but I unequivocally do not support civil disobedience and the misery and mayhem it makes innocent citizens suffer.
10) would like to learn the class code for the ebook
11) Life back to normal, and able to say “God Bless you” when someone sneezes instead of pointing and shouting: “THEM! THEM!”  😉

The Photo is from last fall in Cancun Mexico, its me at one of the local restaurants and notice the waiter with the Margarita skyscraper, six stories high and he never dropped one.

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1. Luke Smrek - Luke
2. Croatia
3. A Tiger because they are fierce, powerful, and resilient
4. Wine, because each bottle is unique in taste and texture, and is great for almost any occasion
5. Dedicated: I always give 100% in everything I put my mind towards
6. Selfless: I believe in always putting others first before myself
7. Athletic: Former D1 and international tennis player
8. Ambitious: Giving myself the best chance at achieving success and always creating new career goals
9. Competitive: I always want to win in anything I do, I hate to lose!
10. No questions at this time
11. Seeing all of my friends from undergrad!

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1)      Matt Schenkel, Matt

2)      Camping outdoors, preferably in the mountains

3)      My spirit animal would be the Wolf. They are strong, determined, and ferociously loyal to their pack.

4)      Gin and tonic, specifically Tanqueray, tonic, and a lime garnish. The perfect refreshing drink for a hot summer evening.

5)      Family. I’ve been married for four years, and I am very close to my parents and siblings.

6)      Inquisitive. I’m deeply curious about everything and love learning new things. I’m never hesitant to ask questions of those around me.

7)      Determined. Once I set my mind to accomplish something I will not stop until I have accomplished my task.

8)      Traveler. My wife and I love to travel. We have taken many amazing trips including Tahiti, France, Alaska, and Glacier National Park.

9)      Competitive. I’m fiercely competitive in everything that I do, including sports, games, and my professional life.

10)   I’m not sure that I have a single question, but I am looking forward to getting more details around the “Level Up” project promoting our personal brand. That is something that I am very interested in, and I look forward to learning more about this.

11)   As a person who suffers from seasonal allergies, I’m looking forward to being able to cough/sneeze and not immediately have peoples’ heads swivel with the concerned look of “COVID” in their eyes.

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1) Adam Dupps
2) My farm in beautiful Bright, IN @brightciderworks :)
3) I never had a spirit animal...maybe a caveman or something more utilitarian?
4) I'm not familiar with this concept either but if I had to pick something, I'd go with cider because it's great to have just one or a whole bunch and it pairs well with a lot of foods.
5) Family - this is the most important thing to me.  All decision-making is centered around advancing the family brand.
6) Driver - I have a driving personality; borderline imposing sometimes but I get things done.
7) Builder - I thrive on creating things and building things.  I love diving into projects and seeing them come to life from start to finish.
8) Eccentric - defined: unconventional and slightly strange; which I think describes my social style.
9) Homebody - I love being home at the farm; working on a home improvement project, mowing the grass, playing with the kids, walking through the woods, fishing in the pond, tending the orchards and gardens, and just relaxing.
10) * What is different about the simulation in this course compared to the 505 course?  I'm curious because the simulation supplement seemed very eerily familiar in concept and it referenced only four quarters.
* I'm curious to learn more about the surveys and what the purpose is behind them.  They are incredibly useful tools which aren't used enough, in my opinion.
11) What are you looking forward to most once Covid-19 lock downs are over? Somewhat contradicting the homebody adjective I listed, I miss Oktoberfests and festivals and fairs.  I love the food and drink, the games, the music, the events, the people.  For years, my wife and I have kept a list of all of the events going on within about a two hour drive and we would typically make it to most of them every year.  Unfortunately this year nearly everything has been cancelled which has affected our family time.

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1) Matthew Palecki (Matt)
2) Outer Banks in North Carolina
3) A Polar Bear- it was my college mascot and they’re often respected for their strength and ability to persevere in the face of adversity (like harsh winters).
4) An “Arnold Palmer”- it’s super versatile and can be drank at a beach, on a golf course, on a deck, and with or without alcohol so its enjoyable anywhere and everywhere.
5)  Friendly- I enjoy meeting new people and hearing different perspectives.  Ironically, I’m a little bit more of introvert at first but once I learn and meet people I tend to open up more.
6)  Motivated- I always try and do my best with whatever I happen to be doing. I’ve never been the most talented at something, so I’ve always had to make up for what I may lack in skill with my work ethic.
7)  Caring- I pride myself on being a person a friend can come to with anything and to that end, I like to think I’m a good listener for them.
8)  Active- I’ve always enjoyed sports and outdoor activities for as long as I can remember.  I played college basketball and enjoy golfing, hiking, and (occasionally) running.
9)  Tall- I’m 6’6” so there isn’t too much more to say there!
10) None right now
11) Being able to host friends at my apartment and eat inside at restaurants.
Picture: Me coaching my college’s basketball team.  I volunteer as an assistant coach in the winter for my alma mater, Bowdoin College.

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1 - John Youhanna
2 - Outdoors with a nice view
3 - Whale: They're usually pretty laid back most of the time, but can move quickly when motivated (especially by food!)
4 - Mint Julep - they're delicious, refreshing, and go right in line with my favorite time of year - summer.
5 - Friendly: Life is funner with cool people.
6 - Light-hearted: I don't take myself too seriously and always in for a good laugh.
7 - Easy going: I'm always up for an adventure and excited for a new experience.
8 - Athletic: I grew up playing sports my whole life, and for the past 2-3 years I've been really into Crossfit
9 - Organized: With everything going on, if you're not organized, you'll miss out!
10 - No questions at the moment, but looking forward to another class with Dr. V.
11 - Looking forward to being able to travel again. I'm over being home.

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1) Hillary Smith
2) Anywhere in nature.
3) Cat.  I'm usually pretty quiet and slow to warm up, but I am much more outgoing when I find my comfort zone.  And who doesn't love a nice nap in the sunshine? :)
4)  Vodka cranberry.  It is sweet and refreshing, but still packs a punch.
5)  Cat mom.  I have two cats, Fern and Mildred.  They have helped me to maintain my sanity while working from home.
6)  Aunt.  My sister and her husband welcomed their first child in June.  His name is Evan and I never knew I could love a little human as much as I love him.
7)  Family-oriented. I cherish the relationship I share with my parents and sister. I know that, no matter what happens, we will always be there to support each other.
8)  Hoosier. I graduated from IU in 2015 and I love my alma mater! I was raised in a Hoosier household and Bloomington holds a special place in our hearts. I love IU so much that they are now my employer!
9) Caring. I love making people happy and I believe small acts of kindness go a long way.
10) No questions at the moment.
11) I'm looking forward to being able to go to sporting events (specifically IU football), concerts, comedy shows, and even just going out to grab drinks with friends.
Photo: My boyfriend, Max, and I hiking at Shades State Park earlier this summer.

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1) Scott A Smith; preferred name is Drew.
2) Any large city, my dream is to move to NYC.
3) Dog – they have a pure heart and always see the best in people.
4) My spirit drink is wine, because wine nights with friends are the best!
5) Motivated: I am driven to consistently improve myself through education, training, and personal growth.
6) Traveler: I love experiencing new cities. Cruises are my favorite way to travel, you are able to experience multiple destinations in one trip.
7) Social: I love spending time with others. I am very thankful for a strong friend group to experience life with.
8) Energetic: I have a need to be on the move or busy at all times (thankful for coffee to keep me on the move).
9) Cardinal: My undergrad is from Ball State and I am very excited to be back for my MBA.
10) No outstanding questions at this time.
11) I am excited to take a cruise. I had one cancelled due to Covid, I am ready to use my credit!

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1) Matthew York (Matt)
2) Hawaii. My wife and I went to Hawaii on our honeymoon in 2017. We spent some time on Oahu and Kauai. It was a fantastic trip and we can't wait to get back.
3) I would say a polar bear, for no great reason other than I have always really been interested in them.
4) I love having a glass of scotch after a long day of work/school. However, being from the Grand Rapids area, I do appreciate a good IPA. My favorite company is Founders.
5) Laker: I attended Grand Valley State University for my undergraduate degree in mathematics. I graduated in 2013. I will be finished up with my MBA after this semester and looking forward to the next chapter.
6) Analyst: I love analyzing problems and currently work as a product manager for Farmers Insurance.
7) Husband: I married my wife, Hannah, in 2017. She is a violinist and elementary music school teacher.
8) Competitive: I have always been a very competitive person.
9) Cat dad: we don't have any kids, but we do have a very spoiled cat named Lacey.
10) No outstanding questions.
11) I do look forward to the day where I don't have to wear a mask, but I also can't wait to be able to see my friends and family without restrictions.

This picture was taken in Hawaii, during an ATV tour. The land behind us was used in the filming of a number of movies, including Jurassic Park and The Descendants.

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1. HeeLak "Jed" Lee
2. A coffee shop in a big city
3. Wolf - It is an independent animal with logical system to keep its community protected.
4. Iced Latter because I need to drink it twice a day
5. Accountant - I am a CPA candidate, expecting full licensure in Summer of 2021
6. First-Responder - I worked as a finance assistant at  Emergency Field Hospital in NYC earlier this year.
7. Analytical
8. Curious
9. Challenger - I am officially an Enneagram #8.
10. How will the post-COVID world transform conventional/traditional marketing practices? What skills and tools shall I be aware of to effectively engage with the new practices?
11. I am looking forward to traveling back home.

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1) Meghan Underwood
2) My Uncle's Lake House, Chicago, or anywhere with my family.
3) My spirit animal would probably have to be a giraffe. They gentle, kind, perceptive/intuitive, practical and creative.
4) My spirit drink would probably be hot chocolate. To personify this drink: it provides comfort, adapts, supports, and is empathetic to the needs of others (in regards to being able to customize it to your needs through adding marshmallows, peppermint, chocolate, etc. or milk vs. water), and provides a warm hug when you're feeling "cold" (aka feeling down).
5) Laker: I have spent a lot of summers at my Uncle's lake house. I enjoy tubing, swimming, reading a book out on the pier, driving the boats, riding a waverunner/jetski, and wakeboarding. I also enjoy spending time with my family here. My uncle's wife is from Bolivia, so sometimes her family comes to visit and bring a lot of fun and dancing!
6) Empathetic/Kind: Naturally I have always been empathetic and kind. I always share kindness and try to make people's day better.
7) Whole-Brained (creative and logical): I am a whole-brained thinker and hands-on learner. I enjoy being creative regularly by painting, drawing, and other forms of creating art. Sometimes the way I show my creativity is by trying to think outside of the box. I also enjoy learning and growing intellectually.
8) Athletic: I've been playing sports since I was little. Soccer is my favorite sport and I have been playing it since I was 4. I also referee soccer at my local youth sports league (played in as a child) since I was 13.
9) Hardworking: I enjoy working hard and feeling a sense of accomplishment when I complete a task.
10) No outstanding questions
11) I am looking forward to seeing my grandparents again and being able to hug them and all of my other family members again.
**This photo is the last photo I took of myself before COVID-19 and campus closing.**

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1) Morgan Gillentine
2) Fort Myers, Florida
3) Goldendoodle - They are fun, energetic, and love being around people.
4) Vodka Lemonade - very refreshing and means that I am out having fun with my friends.
5.) Easy going - I am very go with the flow and like to make the best of everyday.
6.) Traveler - I enjoy going to new places and trying to see as much as the world as I can.
7.) Caring - Enjoy making sure everyone is doing okay and being there for them.
8.) A People person - I enjoy spending my free time with my friends and family.
9.) Optimistic - I always see the positives to each situation.
10) No questions right now. I am looking forward to this semester :)
11) So many things like not having to wear a mask everywhere, traveling, giving hugs, and being able to go out and socialize again.
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1) Marc Sue; Marc
2) With my family, especially when my kids are experiencing fun, new things (recently took them tubing on a lake for the first time and their pure joy made the whole trip worth it!)
3)  Orca whale (funny story about an interview question) – they are excellent problem solvers that learn/adapt and can work alone or in groups to achieve their goals
4) Whiskey/Bourbon/Scotch on the rocks – slowing down to sip on a night cap after a long day is relaxing
5) Christian – active member of First Baptist Church, Muncie
6) Husband – 11 years on October 17th!
7) Father/Daddy – 2 wonderful children, 7 and 4 years old
8) Punny – I love a good dad joke
9) Striving – hard-working to achieve the best that I can at any goal
10) No questions yet, but I am interested in learning strategies for digital marketing for current customers and attracting new customers.
11) I am looking forward to attending in-person conferences, sporting events, and a feeling of normalcy.

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1) Nick LaVanchy (Nick)
2) Any lake, I love being on a boat for anything whether it is doing water sports, hanging out or fishing
3) My spirit animal would have to be a bald eagle because I would love to be able to fly and they're very cool looking
4) My go to is a rum and coke. I also enjoy beer and especially Budweiser products being from St. Louis.
5) Active - I play on the Men's Volleyball team here and it keeps me very active. on top of that I hate sitting still. Love to golf and fish in my free time.
6) Curious - I am always trying to learn more things about topics I am ill informed on.
7) Dedicated - If I am going to do something, I am going to give it my all. No point in going half in.
8) Accountale - I own up to any flaw or mistake because the first step in becoming a better, more successful person is improving on mistakes you have made in the past
9) Leader - I have always taken pride in being a leader. Being one of the captains on the MVB team here, I have run into plenty of challenges and those experiences have prepared me for the future being a leader in a professional role.
10) I do not have any questions at this time.
11) I am really looking forward to playing and attending sporting events.

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1) Matt Benedict (Matt)
2) Outside, preferably by water.
3) Eagle - For no deep reason other than it’s our Nation’s bird and it’s incredible to see them in real life.
4) Coffee – Usually need it to be worth anything for the day.
5) Active – I enjoy most sports and just staying fit and keeping care of myself.

6) Easy-going – I go with the flow and can enjoy most things. I’m happy to be alive and healthy.

7) Cardinal – I’ve been at BSU for the past 4 years.

8) Empathic

9) Reader – I enjoy a good book and read a lot of what I’m interested in.

10) No questions at the moment.

11) I’m looking forward to everything that doesn’t have to deal with the Covid-19 lock downs. Most importantly life without a mask.

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1. Mason Zolman, preferred name Mason
2. New Smyrna Beach, Florida
3. French Bulldog. They are goofy, loving, and fun to be around. Plus its my dream dog!
4. Traditional Margarita on the Rocks- It was my first legal drink and always my go at any Mexican Restaurant. My grandfather and I always text each other whenever we get one.
5. Friendly- I love making new friends and talking with other people.
6. Determined- Whenever I am trying to accomplish or finish something, I try to do whatever I can to complete it.
7. Realistic- I don't view myself as optimistic or pessimistic. I always try to be honest with myself on what will realistically happen in a situation.
8. Curious
9. Loyal- Not only with friends and family, but I am a Miami Dolphins fan. That alone should show my loyalty lol.
10. At the moment, I don't have any but I am ready to dive in!
11. I look forward to things being "normal" again, as well as not having to worry about people catching the virus!

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1. Madison Kiser; Madison
2. Colorado. I absolutely love hiking and the mountains. I also grew up spending a lot of time and taking road trips to Colorado with my family.
3. Goats. I was raised on a farm in a small town in Indiana. We had about every farm animal, but the goats were my favorite. I love how energetic and upbeat they are while also being very sweet and goofy.
4. Apple cider. My favorite season is Fall and I love going to pumpkin patches and apple orchards. Apple cider is simple and delicious.
5. Leader. I am one of the oldest this year on the Ball State Track Team and looking forward to helping mentor, guide, and push our underclassmen to be the best.
6. Loyal. I grew up in a very small town but with a really big family. Through sports and relationships I have learned how important it is to be loyal to your people.
7. Adventurous. I love traveling and visiting places I have never been to before. I hope to travel to Europe after I finish my MBA.
8. Creative. My major hobbies when I am not able to travel include reading and writing. I write articles quite frequently and look forward to writing a book one day.
9. Believer. My entire college story has been flipped upside down when I found my faith and began following Jesus my sophomore year. My story began at the University of Louisville where I was a mid-distance runner on the track team. My plan throughout college was to always go to a Power 5 school and run at a high level, but God had a different plan. After months of pneumonia and a broken back, I transferred to Ball State to continue to run and make my way back. My friends always say, "When you give God your plans, He gives you Muncie".
10. I do not have any outstanding questions for this course.
11. I am really looking forward to seeing my grandparents again and being able to have large family cookouts.

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1) Christopher Schaler - I prefer Chris

2) My home with my family

3) According to the free spirit animal quiz my spirit animal is the Tiger.  I am raw in my emotions, wearing them on my sleeve.  I am very trusting in my actions and of myself and I react to things quickly and swiftly.  I am a leader, and I use my instincts and gut to make decisions.

4) Beer, because I like beer.  Especially a nice stout on a cold winter evening.  Dark beer in the winter and sours in the summer. I can drink any of them.

5) Loyal

6) Honest

7) Outgoing

8) Critical Thinker

9) Direct

10) I took 505 in Spring 2020, I am looking forward to what this class will teach me compared to what that class taught me.

11) Post COVID, I am looking forward to being in public without the social distancing requirements and mask requirements.  I am a social person, so not being able to act normal in a public setting or be outgoing is very hard for me.

Below is a photo of Myself, my wife Lauren, and my daughter Caroline.

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1) Alan McPherson - Alan is fine
2) Somewhere in the mountains.  I have spent a summer in the Rockies in Colorado and recently went backpacking through some mountains in Montana.  I love the beauty and ruggedness of it.
3) I'm not really one for spirit animals, but I'm really tall so giraffe works I suppose.
4) Pour-over coffee, black, light roast.  Gotta start the morning right.
5) Logical
6) Analytical
7) Practical
8) Private
9) Relaxed
10) No questions as of now.
11) I'm most looking forward to spending more time with friends again. It'll be good to get out and not have to worry about that any more.
Here's a pic from Montana:

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1. Kaleb Slaven
2. The lake during the summer.  My family and I have been lake goers ever since I could really remember.  Its always such a good time out on the water with family and friends.
3. A Lion.  I think the overall presence of a lion, including its fierceness and fearlessness is what would make me choose this animal. Along with the fact that they have no natural predators which makes for a much less stressful life.
4. Beer, specifically Bud Light if we are talking domestic. There's only thing better than a refreshing beer, and that would be free beer.
5. Athletic - I've been an athlete my entire life.  I would say it has shaped me into the person I am today.  Sports and competition have been something I have been involved with ever since I could remember.
6. Intelligent - I'd like to think of myself as an intelligent person, or at least try to seem that way when I have to.
7. Outgoing - Engaging in various activities, whether that be socially, physically or mentally, is something I would say I am always willing to do.  I'm the type that is always looking for the next move, whether that be simply hanging with friends or spending a fun night out on the town.
8. Empathetic - I use the word empathetic because I feel like I can relate to people differently than others.  I was born into a diverse environment and have been able to relate to different people on so many different levels.
9. Trustworthy - My friends and family know I always have their back and I take pride in having people's trust. That is something that is very important to me.
10.  No questions at this time, the introduction video seemed to cover mostly everything for the course in a broad sense.
11. I'm looking forward mostly to a normal way of life again. For example, things such as sporting events, schooling, social life, etc. The ways we have had to adjust to this pandemic has effected so many people differently and I'm hoping we can go back to the old norm. Above all else, I'm ready to play football again.

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1.       Shanmukha Sampath Padmanabhuni. preferred name is Sam.

2.       Home is my favorite place.

3.       My spirit animal would be Hedgehog because tough on the outside and soft on the inside.

4.       My spirit drink would be both Vodka because of high alcohol content and water because of low alcohol content.

5.       Calm. Helps me to make proper decisions at difficult times.

6.       Reader. I read mostly textbooks from different fields during my free time to understand the world around me.

7.       Hard Worker. For me there is no substitute for hard work in life.

8.       Traveler. I like to travel to different parks.

9.       Gamer. I like to story based role-playing games as a way to relax.

10.   I do not have any questions regarding the course. Very much looking forward to the course.

11.   Going back to restaurant on date with my partner.

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1.       My full name is Alex Kitchel, and I go by Alex.

2.       Italy – it is rich and history and a beautiful place to visit.

3.       Sea Turtles – They are mellow and chill, which are two ways I would describe myself. They are also part of what I did my undergraduate research on.

4.       Rum and coke for sure. Rum always makes me think of pirates and thus the beach and the ocean, which is one of my favorite places to go in general .

5.       Relaxed – I am not one to be stressed very often.

6.       Adventurous – I have been to several countries with Italy and Thailand being my favorite. Hopefully Greece is up next, although who knows when travel with start back up.

7.       Learner – I love school and learning. In addition to this MBA program, I am also learning some Italian and plan to go back to school after completion of this MBA.

8.       Hard-working/Driven – I have a good work ethic and typically spend lots of time working or on school. I have many goals that I want to accomplish and have plans *mostly* laid out for them.

9.       Sportsy – I love sports. I played college tennis, and I love watching and playing most other sports, especially basketball.

10.   None at this time. I took your intro class, so I understand the structure of the class.

11.   Traveling! I live in Indiana, and it is not the most exciting place, especially during this time.

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1. John Gillespie -  just John
2. Favorite place to be is outside, typically by the water. Anytime I can be outside doing just about anything I am enjoying myself.
3. Dog, it seems right just because one minute they can be full of energy for absolutely no reason, then 2 minutes later can be fast asleep.
4. Whiskey and ginger ale, it doesn't sit heavy in your stomach like coke normally does, also it normally keeps you feeling better the next day.
5. helpful - a friend asks for help you help them
6. kind - I always try to be kind to everyone, although people can test my patience sometimes
7. hardworking - I always try as hard as I can in what I am doing
8. tired - I could fall asleep while talking to you, I have done this multiple times
9. friendly - basically goes along with being kind, I try and be a friend to everyone because you never know what people are going through maybe you just need to listen once in a while
10. I'm just wondering what the overall take away from the class will be once it is over, very interested to see how it goes.
11. Looking forward to just having a big party with all my friends, haven't been able to see all of them since the quarantine has started.

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2) The mountains! I love camping, backpacking, hiking, just being out in the outdoors doing some fun activity.
3) The Owl, they are just so elegant, intelligent and stunning.
4) Old fashioned or Scotch neat, huge fan of all whiskies and have a large collection at home!
5) Comedic
6) Easy-going
7) Methodical
8) Generous
9) Excitable
10) Non so far, the layout looks to be well balanced and the opportunity for lots of learning!
11) Being able to hang out with friends and just be somewhat normal again. Also being able to travel without restrictions.

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2) Outdoors; I love hiking, biking, and swimming.
3) A husky because they are energetic, intelligent, and funny.
4) Root beer, because I'm formal yet here to party.
5) Hard-working
6) Comical
7) Fun
8) Athletic
9) Friendly
10) All of my questions were answered in the first class.
11) Hanging out with friends again, and not having to worry about forgetting a mask every time I go somewhere.

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1. Anthony Wadie
2. Greece. Out of all the places I have traveled to I loved Greece the most for its views, food, people, and the many different islands you can visit.
3. My spirit animal would be a dolphin also because of how friendly they are, how fast they can swim and jump out of the water, how cool they look, and I just love being on the water.
4. My drink recently has been titos vodka with tonic and lime. Just refreshing and goes down smooth.
5. Father - I am father to 1 child, Jacob, who just turned 2 this August. He is alot to handle but I love it.
6. Caring- I am always trying to help others before myself or at least I try to. Also currently work as an oncology pharmacist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
7. Hardworking- I always try to do my best at whatever task I am working on
8. Athletic - I love sports (basketball and football) and working out even tho I haven't worked out in a while.
9. Traveler- My wife and I loved to travel and have been to many different countries together.
10. No questions right now, I know I will learn alot in this class just need to balance family, work, and all these assignments
11. Hopefully after Covid is over looking forward to go on vacation with my family without having to worry.

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1. Steven Andrew Plitt, Drew
2. Anywhere with family or on a football field.
3. My spirit animal is a lion because I am a natural leader that is competitive and will do anything to win or survive.
4. My spirit drink is a jack and coke, its a classic and has a lot of flavor, good for almost any occasion, not too light and not too heavy.
5. Athletic
6. Energetic
7. Enjoyable
8. Competitive
9. Cute
10. All of my questions have been answered.
11. I am looking forward to football returning to normal and having some relief from fear.

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1. Hi everyone, my name is Taylor Graham.
2. My favorite place to be is at the beach or anywhere in the sun.
3. A seal because they like to swim in the water and lay around on ice...a good balance.
4. A whiskey ginger ale because I like whiskey but I'm too much of a baby to drink it straight.
5. Thoughtful - I love buying people gifts and doing nice things for others.
6. Humor - I enjoy a dry sense of humor
7. Tired - I feel like I'm continuously on the go and I'm always tired and ready for a nap.
8. Happy - I'm surrounded by a great group of friends and family who always keep me happy.
9. Traveler - I love visiting new places and having new experiences.
10. No questions at this point, I'm very excited for this course!
11. To go out to dinner with a large group of friends and attend a concert.
12. My sister and i at my Penn State graduation last year.

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1- Taylor
2-Outside, on a beach, lake, or hiking.
3-my dog. Energetic when he wants to be but mostly relaxed.
4-Coffee- I’m a pretty energetic person
5-Competitive, whether that be with others in sports or myself with grades
6-Motivated- always looking for ways to better myself in work
7-Outgoing- always looking to be around others rather than by myself
8-Adventurous- I seek out new places to try or visit
9- Easy going- I’m pretty go-with-the-flow most of the time.
10-No questions now
11- Life without a mask, seeing my grandparents at family events again!