Orientation Core Staff
(from left to right)
Row 1: Christine Hunkler, Cristina Miranda, Kayla Peck, Keri Pennell, Jordan Willis
Row 2: Sam Dennis, Zach Reynolds, Betsy Stockwell
Name: Kayla Peck
Birthday: September 12, 1989
Hometown: Plattsburgh, NY
Major: Social Work
Years on O-Staff: 2
Orientation Job: Sibling and Parent Programs
During orientation, I will be coordinating the sibling and parent programs. I will also be assisting my partner, Jordan Willis, with faculty/staff events, such as the famous dessert night. Before coming to Gordon, I was the younger sister who attended the sibling program at Gordon College. It is an honor to work with the siblings of the incoming students since I was once in their shoes. I am also thrilled to work with these programs in order to make orientation a smooth transition not only for the students, but for the rest of the family as well. I look forward to meeting you. See you in August!
Name: Jordan Willis
Birthday: February 18, 1988
Hometown: North Easton, MA
Major: Mathematics and Business Administration
Orientation Job: Faculty & Staff Liaison
Years on O-Staff: 2
Welcome to Gordon College! I am excited for Orientation and look forward to meeting you and your families. This is my third year on Orientation Staff and my second year as a Core Staffer. This year I am responsible for all faculty and staff participation in Orientation. For example, the Faculty/Staff Dessert Night, a favorite from the Orientation experience. In addition, I will be working with seven other students to train the Orientation Staff. Enjoy your summer; see you in August!
Name: Sam Dennis
Birthday: October 10
Hometown: St. Paul, MN
Major: Theatre, Biblical Studies minor
Years on O-Staff: 2
Orientation job: Welcome Tent
After 2 years on O-staff and going through orientation myself, I am still so excited about the program and all we have in store for you and your family. We have been praying and planning already, and we are looking forward to the time when you arrive! Enjoy the summer and watch the fireworks!
Name: Zach Reynolds
Birthday: May 6, 1988
Hometown: Madison, WI
Major: Psychology, Pre-med
Years on O-Staff: 3
I am responsible for coordinating your Move-in Day. My favorite part of Orientation is seeing all of you experience your first week of Gordon and form your first new friendships, and having a blast during Boston Day.
Name: Cristina Miranda
Birthday: November 16
Hometown: Boston, MA
Major: Youth Ministry
Years on O-Staff: 2
Orientation job: Boston Day
I’m in charge of Boston Day during Orientation. Boston Day is the day we take you into Boston to explore the city and experience an urban worship service. It is so much fun, and I can’t wait until you guys get here so you can experience it. We are so excited about you coming to Gordon and can’t wait to meet you all!
Name: Betsy Stockwell
Birthday: August 5
Hometown: Woodstock, VT
Major: Recreation and Leisure Studies
Years on O-Staff: 3
Orientation job: Extended Orientation
I’m working on Extended Orientation, which will help to transition you into Gordon during your first semester. I am excited to be working with the O-Staff in making your transition to Gordon as smooth and fun as possible. I can’t wait to meet you in the fall. Orientation was one of my favorite parts about Gordon, and I can’t wait to share this experience with you!
Name: Keri Pennell
Birthday: September 30
Hometown: Newburyport, MA
Major: Youth Ministry, English minor
Years on O-Staff: 2
Orientation job: Communications
I’m in charge of communications and media for Orientation. I am super excited to get to know you. Gordon is my home-away-from-home, and I hope your experiences at Gordon make it a home to you as well!
Name: Christine Hunkler
Birthday: July 12
Hometown: Basel, Switzerland
Major: Elementary and Special Education, German
Years on O-Staff: 2
Orientation job: O-Staff training and crew activities
Last year on O-Staff, I loved getting to know the freshmen in my crew and building friendships with them. This year on Core Staff I am in charge of Staff and Crew related things (crew meetings, Bennett Center Game Night, Theme Dinner). I look forward to working with this year’s O-Staff so that they can help you feel comfortable and welcome in our Gordon community. We are so excited for you to come and be a part of all that Gordon has to offer!
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