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My girl, Brittany :) She is the most awesome girlfriend in the whole world! She's from West Chester, PA. Our story begins in fall of '05 where I met her in college, my sophomore year in Bloomsburg. She's the best friend who keeps me going through rough times and longs to spend every waking minute with me. As a elementary/special education major, she loves working with kids. She also is all about ball sports, loves competition and playing simple board games. I love her so much and she's the main reason why I am the way I am now.Favorite Animal: Orca Whale Favorite Game: Settlers of Catan: Cities & Knights Favorite Food: Lasagna Favorite Movie: A Walk To Remember Favorite Condiment: Ketchup
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 Bryon (Rodeo), my great friend from out west in Wyoming. He moves to NJ from Wyoming when he started 5th grade, when I met him. We had an amazing three years of friendship before he moved back to Wyoming, and he's been back out west since. Fortunately, we've kept in touch! He loves football and baseball, flying planes, fishing, mountain biking, snowmobiling, skiing, etc...He graduated in '08 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of WY, then shortly after that got married to his sweetheart, Laura, and moved to Seattle, WA. I do remember when he came to visit in 2005, we were having a catch (baseball) and he tossed a flyball over my head. Just before I was about to snag it in the air - WHAM! My face went right into an aluminum pole (no warning track I guess, but I did end up with many stitches!) Favorite Sports Team: Denver Broncos Favorite Pastime: Anything Outdoors
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Joseph, the hardworking and loving New Jerseyan, is a gifted history/secondary el ed major with a unique personality. The italian is from Long Valley, NJ (only 30 min from my hometown). Joe is all about getting to know someone, learning (history especially), and just relaxing and meditating on whatever is on his mind. We have both been leading a Men's Group on campus since 2006 and have been interested in discussing very intriguing Biblical topics and just diving into Scripture to see what we can pull out. We've met a lot of awesome individuals through this experience and have grown closer in relationship with guys around Bloomsburg.Favorite Sport: Basketball Favorite Movie: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory Favorite Band: Hillsong United Favorite Snack: Trail Mix
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Liz is probably one of my best female friends. I trust her a lot and I could tell from when I first met her back in '05 she always wanted to do what was right. With a very glowing personality, and a lot of compassion in her heart, there's no one that wouldn't like her! She likes going on trips, playing in the snow, tennis, watching chick flicks, and being with her husband, Aaron. We've gone on many retreats together, been to a few conferences, concerts, and even some road trips.Favorite TV Show: Gilmore Girls Favorite Sport To Play: Tennis Favorite Movie: Anne of Green Gables
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My great cousin Erin and I grew up together going to so many parties and family reunions together. As my closest cousin growing up, she and I were able to spend time together mostly when out families met up. Now she loves being with friends and partying when she can. Dancing, eating, shopping, reading, and watching sports are some extras that this girl enjoys.Favorite Morning Drink: Hazlenut Coffee Favorite Band: Dave Matthews Band Favorite Movie: The Notebook
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 Liz, my other close cousin from childhood has been a great friend as well over the years. Liz has always been pretty artistic, and loves acting and movies. She's good at acting too, as she's been in high school plays. Lately, she's been down at St Augustine for college pursuing a degree in English.Favorite Band: Rascal Flatts Favorite Movie: You've Got Mail Favorite TV Show: Boy Meets World Favorite Book: DaVinci Code
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Chris, Holyarrow, Pelosavich, Sir Skittles, where just a few of his nicknames back in High School. He's been a friend of mine since 4th grade when he first moved to B-town from the NJ township of Byram. We've certainly had many awesome memories over the past years growing up. Chris has played soccer in his younger years as the top-notch defense with Kramer and myself. His interest in many activities had made him a very versatile guy. He's practiced fencing, rock climbing, racquetball, paintball, skydiving. Some other past interests include being the DM in the Marching Band, Star Wars, and travelling.Favorite Sport: Paintball Favorite Movie: Gladiator Favorite Sports Team: NJ Devils Favorite Actor: Harrison Ford
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Jessica, from Reading, PA is a talented musical dancer, who enjoys performing in plays, partying with friends and family, and meeting new people. She has started a side career at the moment with modelling and attends IUP. Jess of course loves dancing, like...a lot! Other pasttimes include snuggling with her closest friends, going to Disney World, and spending time with the family.Favorite Book/Movie: The Notebook Favorite TV Show: Grey's Anatomy
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Brittany, loves to run, drink coffee, read, and watch movies w/Shane. That's it.Actually Brittany is actually from a small town called Russell in Pennsylvania. She's a smart gal and does pretty much everything with her hubby Shane. For being a runner, and close friend, and especially a listener, Brittany has become an easy target for best friendship. I've gotten the chance to visit her in her hometown and to see Casting Crowns & Leeland at Penn St. with her mom and sis. I'd say our times at festivals, dinner dates, and spending time together with our significant others were the most memorable! Favorite Fishies: Squishy and Bubbles - may they rest in peace Favorite Musician: Shane Maze Favorite TV Show: One Tree Hill
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Shane, one of the coolest bros I know, is the studly man of Miss Jones right above. They got married in Dec '08, and are currently residing in Bloomsburg, PA. He is from a small town called Sugar Grove (neighboring Russell), and is pursuing a career in music. He plays the guitar in his band called "Delivered", knows much about the Bible, and loves sports. His knees have pushed him away from being physical lately, but I can sometimes get him out to throw a ball around or something. He's a great friend to me and others, and works hard to make changes around him to benefit others. Besides having a strong passion for music with me, he's also into cars and racing - NASCAR #88.Favorite Music Genre: Bluegrass/Country Favorite NFL Team: Buffalo Bills Favorite Video Game: Anything Madden Favorite Sports: NASCAR & Football
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Chris, my good friend who I've known since 1st grade. He was homeschooled for a few years in high school, but still kept our close friendship throughout those years. He enjoys skiing, dirt biking, fixing computers for $, and listening to music.Random memory: Chris was once unafraid to pitch a baseball at my chest from about 80 feet downhill to watch me take it. *UGH! Gotta love it...He's got a similar taste in christian rock - likes Third Day, dc talk, Newsboys, Jars of Clay, Audio Adrenaline, and has been attending concerts whenever he can with me in the area. He was pretty much a big influence on my early Christian life. He lives in Tampa with his girl, Kiera, and will be down there educating himself at ITT for the next few years before getting married. *West Point 2002 and 2003! haha, Army hockey, car rides--infinite Q's! Favorite Song: "New Body" - Audio Adrenaline Favorite Drink: Chocolate Milk Favorite Superhero: Superman
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Jon, a dude who I've known most of my life (and pretty much all of his), is a crazy-cool, daredevil who loves trampoline-jumping, gaming, sleeping, and motorcycles. We've gone to quite a few concerts together over the years, went on skiing and camping trips, travelled to West Point, and have played excellent games together such as Settlers of Catan, Risk, and all kinds of video games (made for great parties back in High School!We've been pretty close throughout the years, except for the few years of growing up when his brother Chris and I felt like pummeling him sometimes (haha).
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Kiera is an amazing girl from Bangor, PA. She's enagaged to one of my best friends, Chris. She is so sweet and nice it's impossible not to enjoy having her around. She and Chris are currently living in Tampa, FL, while taking classes and working. Kiera likes modelling, dancing, playing games, and going out.Favorite Band: Mae Favorite Jewelry: Turquoise Hearts Anything Favorite Color: Pink
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 Stefanie's a good friend who I met years back in HS. I also knew her mother, a teacher, while attending high school as a student. Shortly after, I finally learned that it was her mother I had known and so we became better friends after that. Stef enjoys music a lot, going to the beach, shopping, and playing with her little cousins.We've had the luxury of seeing a few movies together back in the day, hanging out at local events such as concerts, 4th of July, etc... Favorite Dessert: Strawberries and Waffles Favorite Instrument: Guitar
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Katie, a fun blond chick From Bethlehem, PA. Katie came to Bloom not knowing exactly what was in store for her. A brand new christian, Katie was intimidated and wasn't sure what was going on. Through friends she's met on campus, however, she was able to get on track and go for a career in nursing, something very challenging at Bloomsburg. Because she's a hard worker, it certainly worked for her. She's into music, dancing, and roller skating (haha), skiing, and just about any activity she's invited into.Favorite Outdoor Activity: Running Favorite Animal: Dog Favorite Movie: Dirty Dancing
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Little Robbie he refers to himself as sometimes. Only because of his humble attitude of lowering himself below Christ's standards. He and his wife, Missy, have made a huge impact on my new life here at Bloomsburg. They moved back from Pittsburgh and he now works as an accountant at a local firm.Rob loves reading, playing music, mountain biking, camping, and also playing board games. Once you get talking to him, it's not hard to figure out what he enjoys. He's been a part of the Youth Group as well as the new young adult's group 'The Fold'. Favorite TV Show: Lost Favorite Song: "Worlds Apart" - Jars of Clay Favorite Board Game: Settlers of Catan? Favorite Instrument: Acoustic Guitar
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Here is Tori is from Richmond, VA. We became friends when our friend Krista decided to invite her up a few years back when they met online - random, huh? And after Krista (for some reason) introduced us, we instantly became good friends and have kept in touch since, sharing stories and going on fun road trips. From city slickin' to the boardwalk, we've had a few great experiences together, and have been able to share our growth spiritually together. It hasn't always been like that though, but God really has interesting plans for his children sometime!We've had great memories watching movies, travelling to Atlantic City, Philly, and between NJ and PA. We've seen a lot of movies together in the theatres back in the day, went to a few parties, and even a concert to see Lifehouse. Favorite Band: Switchfoot Favorite Actress: Mandy Moore Favorite Movie: A Walk To Remember
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Brock grew up in a very rural area in PA, surely making him a true country boy! He graduated in the spring of '07 and went on to get his Masters in Physician's Assistant at Lock Haven. Brock has always loved running sports as he himself has always been a cross country runner. We've played ultimate frisbee and football many times together and have also shared common interests in volleyball and karaoke. He brought me to my first Drive-In movie, and also went on various retreats and camping trips over the years.Favorite Sports Team: Eagles (unfortunately) Favorite Music Genre: Country
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DJ Spider(Eddy) comin' atcha! This dude has a pretty impressive resume. Eddy's always been a huge fan of extreme contact sports. He's been a dancer, an instructor, a semi-pro football player, but most of all a great friend. He's been around to contribute as much as he can to the awesome guys here on campus. He's got many stories and advice to share with everyone and has a great understanding for what it means to be a leader of men, and a follower of Christ. Favorite Movie: The Princess Bride Favorite Bible Verse: Proverbs 10:12
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 Here's Mike, a great friend I met years back in Bloomsburg, resided in the dormitory Elwell for four straight years (same room too, #207)!Mike has a great personality, loves to entertain, play all kinds of games, and see performances by bands and comedians. He gets along well with just about everyone. He's into music, RPG sessions, getting shutout in racquetball (OH!), hangout movie nights, and various villians from movies, comics, and games. He graduated in Spring of 2007 with a degree in Psychology and two minors in Music and Philosophy, and is now attending Shippensburg University to obtain his Masters. Because of this, Mike enjoys analyzing and confusing people as well. (The trick is to be evasive) Favorite Movie: Ghostbusters Favorite Healthy Snack: French Fries Favorite Villian: Joker? |
 Jessica! She'sis so much fun with a great smiley attitude! She and the entire McKeever gang really...She has many talents, some of which come out secretly at unexpected times. She will go for any large parties with people and excitement, loves volleyball and the beach! We've been friends since early high school, taking classes together such as chemistry, band, and even gym class in which we learned to swing dance together! She was the best dance partner ever. Period. We've got footage from Prom 05' to prove it!I also remember having a small war of who can throw the other person in the next nearby pool. She had the last laugh... Favorite Animal: Penguin Favorite Sport: Softball/Baseball Favorite Song: "Overthinking" - Relient K Favorite Quote: "It doesn't matter what other people think, because you know the truth."
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Susie! Susie's been one of my closests friends ever throughout middle school and high school. She's someone special whom I could never get sick of (haha). She was in the Color Guard for 4 years in high school where I met her. She loves Relient K, John Reuben, Grits and also introduced me to legendary Five Iron Frenzy way back before Brad even died and there was a kingdom of the dinosaurs! Anyway, we have had a lot of good times in the beginning of our college careers at Bloomsburg together. It's always been fun revisited old memories together and sharing troubles and mysteries of our own lives with each other. She is now working as a Spanish teacher and continues to live in J-Burg. We've seen many crazy and funny movies together, had slumber parties, and spent a few holidays together.Favorite Soft Drink: Mountain Dew Favorite Band: Less Than Jake Favorite Song: "Lion-O" - Relient K Favorite Sport: Ultimate Frisbee Favorite Pizza Topping: Sausage
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Arie, my incredible roomate for our first three years together in Bloomsburg, has been a great influence and lookout on my life in college. We've grown together spiritually a bit and intellectually as well I suppose. We've been friends just about our entire lives, but we attended different schools while we grew up. But to make it all short and sweet, we came together again in college. Bloomsburg is where it's at yo ;)Yea, it's been amazing having like a brother around again to help you out with anything. He's been pretty much the only skillful player and my only challenge at many things such as raquetball and SSB. Arie likes to see new movies, drink Mt Dew, and go on camping trips. He's finished his college with a degree in Geography at Bloomsburg and now works in NJ. Favorite Sports Team: New York Giants Favorite Snack: Cold Pizza Favorite Movie: The Matrix Favorite Actor: Harrison Ford
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Mr. Christian Valtanen, an awesome future foreign business leader all the way from Finland. This cool cat is all about making friends and learning business ways as much as he can. He travelled from Europe to America in 2005 in pursuit to attend Bloomsburg University (where I met him) and to earn college credits fast in a program. He is a very funny guy once you get to hang out with him, likes to play sports like volleyball, soccer, and basketball. He has yet to beat me in chess, but I'm sure right now he's online working on his skills...hehe*Jeff Deyo concert @ Messiah College! Favorite Band: Jeff Deyo Favorite Celebrity: Donald Trump Favorite Food: Steak and Potatoes
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Leah, a history major in college is all about the outdoors. She is into all kinds of cool outdoor activities involving hiking (backpacking), skiing, kayaking, soccer, and camping. Her interests in leisure time activities would most likely be reading, playing board games, and knitting. Leah's been involved with the Youth Group at Bloomsbug Christian Church and has volunteered in many ways to help out organizations. We are now kind of like the adopted children of the Ikeler family.Favorite Pastime: Anything Outdoors Favorite Board Games: Settlers of Catan: Cities & Knights Favorite School Subject: History apparently Favorite Sport: Soccer
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And Mittens, one more time!
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(clockwise from top left) Chris, Patrick, Frankie, Eric, and Jonathan... Us hanging out in a tree at West Point, NY
