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What is your hometown?
Arcadia, California
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
Meeting all kinds of new people!
What is your favorite color?
Black.
Where is your favorite place to study?
Library 3rd Floor.
Where is your favorite place on campus?
Library basement.
Are you involved in any campus organizations?
LARP Club, and D&D House.
What are your hobbies?
Gaming, going on walks, working on some personal coding projects.
Where is your favorite place to eat in Galesburg?
El Jarochito.
Do you have any pets?
2 dogs: Simba and Archuk (they're massive and adorable). 2 cats: Bast and Cleo (they have the survival instincts of a stoned gerbil).
What do you do to relax?
Read a book, or go on a long walk.
Tell us about your favorite Knox memory.
Staying behind after class with Jon Anderson to discuss linguistics during the winter term of my freshman year.
Share something that makes you unique.
I self-published a book once, I've grown past most of the writing but I'm still proud of the accomplishment!
What is your hometown?
Vernon Hills, IL
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
Getting to know new people
What is your favorite color?
Green
Where is your favorite place to study?
SMC
Where is your favorite place on campus?
The walnut tree between the library and SMC
Are you involved in any campus organizations?
TRIO, KOAC
What are your hobbies?
Drawing, Playing guitar and Piano, Video Games
Where is your favorite place to eat in Galesburg?
The BeanHive
Do you have any pets?
I have two dogs, a golden doodle and a Shih Tzu. One is pretty smart and the other one is a Shih Tzu.
What do you do to relax?
I play Dungeons and Dragons with my friends.
Tell us about your favorite Knox memory.
Camping at Green Oaks.
Share something that makes you unique.
I can play six instruments and did animation work on a video game.
What is your hometown?
Oregon, Illinois
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
Learning from the tutees about their subject and their interests, and working with them to develop their work, their thinking, and their writing, watching and helping them grow and growing with them.
What is your favorite color?
Indigo.
Where is your favorite place to study?
The third floor of Seymour Library, in the nook by the Romantics
Where is your favorite place on campus?
The Common Room in Old Main
Are you involved in any campus organizations?
Fiction editor for Catch and Cellar Door
What are your hobbies?
Reading, writing, time-wasting, chewing the ends of BIC pens
Where is your favorite place to eat in Galesburg?
Baked
Do you have any pets?
I have a dog, Poe, and a cat, Thor, and I'm rather fond of them.
What do you do to relax?
I flip a coin while watching a movie or something.
Tell us about your favorite Knox memory.
A raccoon crossed the sidewalk in front of me to climb a tree. Very polite, though not a chatty guy.
Share something that makes you unique.
I pressure-washed four tillages, five tractors, and a few other pieces of equipment this summer. I got muddy, but I only fell once, it was great.
What is your hometown?
Pendleton, IN
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
My favorite thing about being a tutor is being able to concretely help someone, whether that's guiding them to the right Latin translations or helping them solidify a thesis statement. It is rewarding to know that I have alleviated someone else's stress.
What is your favorite color?
Yellow.
Where is your favorite place to study?
The single desks by the windows on the third floor of the library
Where is your favorite place on campus?
Ferris Lounge
Are you involved in any campus organizations?
I am the outgoing treasurer/incoming secretary of Book Club. I play the flute in flute choir and am part of the Piano Chamber Ensemble. I also go to String Arts Club whenever I can.
What are your hobbies?
Reading, cross-stitching, watching hockey games
Where is your favorite place to eat in Galesburg?
Culver's
Do you have any pets?
I have one cat. His name is Dmitri and he has very fluffy gray and white fur and a tail like a feather duster. He meows at me all the time and his favorite hobby is shedding on every single object in the house.
What is your hometown?
Chicago, IL
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
Being able to strengthen the skills of the people I help. Writing is an important skill that is useful throughout one's entire life.
What is your favorite color?
Purple, specifically lavender
Where is your favorite place to study?
Either the Post lobby or a hidden corner of the library
Where is your favorite place on campus?
A tree that I like to sit in, in front of the old main
Are you involved in any campus organizations?
Knox Farm, Dnd Club, Drawing/Printmaking Club
What are your hobbies?
Drawing, Writing, Reading, experiencing nature, learning new languages
Where is your favorite place to eat in Galesburg?
May be a basic answer but, baked.
Do you have any pets?
I have 10 guinea pigs and a dog. The 10 guinea pigs are what happens when you rescue three "female" guinea pigs, and only one is female... Oops!
What do you do to relax?
Listen to music, draw (I especially like making comics), read, basically just my hobbies
Tell us about your favorite Knox memory.
The chaos of the "Fish incident" stands out in my mind. It's too long to write here but let me know in person if you want to hear it.
Share something that makes you unique.
I've been learning Spanish since I was 4 years old (still not great at it) I was an extra in an episode of Chicago Med I have never been stung by a bee/wasp or anything like that I like rodents (hence the guinea pigs thing) I've been told I have very "interesting" small talk starters
What is your hometown?
Galesburg
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
Learning from the people I will tutor in the future.
What is your favorite color?
Blue and Red.
Where is your favorite place to study?
The bowl at Seymour and SMC.
Where is your favorite place on campus?
SMC.
Are you involved in any campus organizations?
TRIO(Team Leader)
What are your hobbies?
Breaking down media(movies and TV shows), Video Games, and thinking of original stories(although I have little success with that).
Where is your favorite place to eat in Galesburg?
It's a secret I don't want any of you to know.
Do you have any pets?
None, sadly.
What do you do to relax?
Lay down, put on some music.
Tell us about your favorite Knox memory.
The last day of teaching writing. That class was bonkers!!! Don't tell John.
Share something that makes you unique.
I speak 4 languages.
What is your hometown?
Karachi, Pakistan
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
Being able to help everyone.
What is your favorite color?
Blue.
Where is your favorite place to study?
My room.
Where is your favorite place on campus?
Hope Center 2nd floor.
Are you involved in any campus organizations?
President of Islamic Club, Secretary of Student Senate, President Pre-Law Club, Staff Writer TKS, and a Resident Assistant.
What are your hobbies?
I am a foodie and I love to watch movies and shows while I eat.
Where is your favorite place to eat in Galesburg?
Culver's.
What do you do to relax?
Go out on a drive with my friends, get Starbucks or watch a movie and eat.
Tell us about your favorite Knox memory.
Eating pizza off a dorm floor with my friends
Share something that makes you unique.
I have seen 14 states and want to see all 50 before I turn 30.
What is your hometown?
Columbia, Missouri
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
I really enjoy helping people make sense of concepts that were giving them trouble, and seeing all the different ways that people connect concepts to other ideas and their own experiences.
What is your favorite color?
Purple.
Where is your favorite place to study?
My favorite place to study alone is on the third floor of Seymour library. My favorite place to study as a group is either Red Room, first floor of Seymour library, or on picnic blankets outside.
Where is your favorite place on campus?
My favorite place on campus is either Seymour Library or the Classics Lounge--GDH 208
Are you involved in any campus organizations?
I'm the President of Classics Club (alternatively one of the Consuls), I'm heavily involved in running Book House, I'm the Non-Fiction editor for Catch, and I handle PR and some secretarial things for Cellar Door.
What are your hobbies?
In my free time I like to read (especially fantasy, mystery, and books based off Greek/Roman mythology), crochet, knit, do logic puzzles, bake, and write postcards to my friends and family.
Where is your favorite place to eat in Galesburg?
My favorite restaurant in Galesburg is Koreana.
Do you have any pets?
I don't currently have any pets but I am definitely a cat person and I haven't met a cat that disliked me.
What do you do to relax?
When I need to relax I tend to either make myself a cup of tea or hot chocolate and settle down for a few hours with a good book or I spend a few hours in the kitchen with earbuds in and a recipe that takes some concentration to make perfectly.
Tell us about your favorite Knox memory.
Some of my favorite memories at Knox come from taking walks around campus with one of my friends. Knox feels like a completely different place at night--it's so peaceful!
Share something that makes you unique.
I like to climb on things and sit in windowsills. I also work at a bookshop in my hometown--Skylark Bookshop--and, no, it isn't technically named after me!
What is your hometown?
Tokyo
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
Learning about new subjects from tutees and seeing them improve on their writing skills.
What is your favorite color?
Pink.
Where is your favorite place to study?
The library.
Where is your favorite place on campus?
Outdoors when the weather is sunny.
Are you involved in any campus organizations?
Enharmonic Fire.
What are your hobbies?
Crocheting, playing video games, baking.
What do you do to relax?
I have some tea with snacks.
What is your hometown?
Michigan
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
My favorite thing about being a tutor is being able to get a snapshot view of other people's passions—what interests them, what drives them, which topics call them to write and explore languages in different ways.
Do you have any pets?
My cat, Grillo, is the bestest boy and you will get extra credit if you bring him toys or treats (his words, not mine). He is also much more photogenic than me.
What do you do to relax?
Relax? *laughs maniacally*
What is your hometown?
Skokie, Illinois
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
Getting to foster growth and encourage enthusiasm for writing.
What is your favorite color?
Blue.
Where is your favorite place to study?
The library.
Where is your favorite place on campus?
WAC.
Are you involved in any campus organizations?
KJE, APO, Knox Farm.
What are your hobbies?
Drawing, playing tuba, listening to music, baking.
What is your favorite place to eat in Galesburg?
Baked pizza.
Do you have any pets?
Two miniature poodles - Max and Artemis.
What do you do to relax?
Listen to music/podcasts, walk around, draw.
Tell us about your favorite Knox memory.
Going into prison as part of my class.
Share something that makes you unique.
I am very double jointed.
What is your hometown?
Los Angeles, California
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
Getting the chance to meet new people would be my favorite thing.
What is your favorite color?
My favorite color is Purple.
Where is your favorite place to study?
My favorite place to study would be Taylor Lounge or the Gizmo.
What are your hobbies?
My hobbies are reading and learning how to crochet.
What is your favorite place to eat in Galesburg?
My favorite place to eat in Galesburg would have to be Landmark.
Do you have any pets?
I have two dogs. The oldest one is a basset hound mix. His name is Barry Allen. He's getting older so he just likes to nap all day. Then there's my other dog named Reid. He's a labrador retriver mix so he's very energetic.
What do you do to relax?
To relax I like to find places outside with lots of sunlight and I like to read and enjoy the silence and the peace it brings.
Tell us about your favorite Knox memory.
My favorite Knox memory would be my big little week when I joined Pi Beta Phi. The sweetest memory I have is when my mentor Keylan recruited very special people to deliver gift baskets to surprise me.
Share something that makes you unique.
Another hobby I have is running. I enjoy participating in 5k's
What is your hometown?
Elk Grove Village, IL
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
Getting to help people build confidence in their learning
What is your favorite color?
Grey, but like, also the entire rainbow
Where is your favorite place to study?
I like rotating between the comfy chairs on the 2nd floor of Seymour Library, the 2nd floor Old Main common room, or the SMC library. But let's be real: I usually study on my bed.
What are your hobbies?
Writing, track and field, dancing, procrastinating, learning languages, pondering what shows I should watch and then not watching them (only to OBSESS over a show when I finally watch it), doodling with my collection of marker pens, biking, overthinking...
What is your favorite place to eat in Galesburg?
Baked
Are you involved in any campus organizations
I'm a dancer and choreographer for Terpsichore Dance Collective, staff writer for TKS, and part of Farm Crew. I've been part of the cross country & track and field teams. I also go to Catan Club when I can.
Do you have any pets?
My family has a dog named Jordan, who loves to sleep, cuddle, and eat cicadas.
What do you do to relax?
Listen to music and write poems, or rewatch one of my many favorite shows
Tell us about your favorite Knox memory.
Track meets, Terp shows, and Knox Rocks, to name a few
Share something that makes you unique.
I can recite the first 35 digits of pi.
What is your hometown?
Villa Park, IL
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
Sharing and discussing topics I am passionate about with other students
What is your favorite color?
Purple
Where is your favorite place to study?
Blue chairs in SMC
Where is your favorite place on campus?
WVKC Radio Room
Are you involved in any campus organizations?
Alpha Sigma Alpha, Students for Sustainability, WVKC
What are your hobbies?
Thrifting, Journaling, Listening to music
Where is your favorite place to eat in Galesburg?
Baked
Do you have any pets?
My two kitties, Stella and Goose. Stella is 8 years old and a Russian blue mix while Goose is 2 and a Maincoon mix
What do you do to relax?
Watch TV, cook, listen to music
Tell us about your favorite Knox memory.
Flunk Day 2023
What makes you unique?
I can do a damn good cartwheel
What is your hometown?
Lake Elmo, MN
What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?
Getting to help people understand topics I am passionate about.
What is your favorite color?
Green
Where is your favorite place to study?
Cozy hidden spaces in Seymour library.
Are you involved in any campus organizations?
I work as a resident assistant and as a research assistant in the Abolition Lab for the Digital Humanities. I am a House Manager on the Theatre Advisory Board, Co-President of ASL Club, and Vice President of Book Club!
Tell us about your favorite Knox memory.
Though I am an ENVS tutor, I am also a history major and am fascinated by the intersection of the two topics - ask me about my research!!!
What is your hometown?
Hanoi, Vietnam
What is your favorite color?
Green
Where is your favorite place to study?
Seymour library second floor
What do you do to relax?
Take naps!
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