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2008 NSA Youth Program

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Youth Leaders

	My name is Elysse Allman and I love to have fun and make people smile. I have a love for different cultures and nationalities. I love playing basketball and swimming.
	My name is Marina Arnold. In my spare time I love to play soccer, go running and hang out with my friends. I look forward to NSA every year for the fun I have and the friends I meet. If I don't know you, I'd love to meet you—come introduce yourself!
	My name is Chelsea Bath. I plan on pursuing a degree in creative writing. I write stories, poetry and songs. I play several instruments. I perform magic as a hobby, as part of programs that I facilitate and for my parents' seminars and workshops. I co-own a company, Pogo Publications and Promotions, with my mother.
	My name is Tom Davies and I'm an Australian filmmaker. I'm currently on exchange at University of California Irvine for one year. I'm 20 years old and plan to move to Los Angeles, CA permanently to pursue my film career.
	My name is Steph Duhaime and I'm from Minnesota. I just finished my freshman year at High Point University. I'm studying broadcast journalism.
	My name is Michael Dunaway and I'm a sophomore at Wofford College, and a member of the Pike Fraternity (PKA). I have always enjoyed the NSA Youth Program and I will never forget the lessons I've learned. Not only did I learn from the speakers, but I have also learned how to make friends and to be happy to try new things.
	My name is Brandon Emmerich and I'm from Minnesota. I'm studying physics and religion at St. Olaf College. In my free time I play college baseball, play guitar and think about the meaning of life. I like books, peanut butter and having a great time being alive.
	My name is Danielle Fulcher and I'm an energetic and creative person. I enjoy athletic activities such as soccer, volleyball, basketball and baseball. I'm currently taking cosmetology classes to improve my skills to become a hairstyling apprentice. I'm eager to come to New York and meet a lot of new people and share a lot of fun experiences.
	My name is Samuel Gorden and I'll be attending MTSU in the Fall and hope to major in communications. I enjoy sports and having fun. I love NSA!
	My name is Caroline Herlong and I'm the daughter of Thomas and Jane Herlong from South Carolina. I'm a junior at Wardlaw Academy. My activities include Beta club, Junior Miss and playing for the state champion softball team. I am well-rounded and I strive to make a difference at my church and in my community.
	My name is Brian Hyken and I was born and raised in St. Louis, MO. I love music, sports and business. I love to travel and enjoy new experiences. I have been attending the youth program for seven years. I think NSA is great and a fun learning experience.
	My name is Lucille Kituku and I'm a very outgoing person. I love to be around people and have a good time. Right now I'm a college student at Willamette University. My favorite sport is basketball and my favorite color is red.
	My name is Myke Lefkowitz. I'm on my third year at California State Long Beach. I recently studied abroad in London. I like bubble baths and the color auburn.
	My name is Brittany Matthews and I'm a senior at JB High School. I'm looking forward to attending University of Florida in the Fall. I'm a Florida girl at heart, spending the majority of my time at the beach, pool or just out in the sun with my friends.
	My name is Kathleen Moore and I'm from Omaha, NE. I will be a freshman in college this Fall. I love music. I used to pole vault for my high school track team. This will be my ninth year with the NSA youth program.
	My name is Frank Pepe, my friends call me "Pepe." I'm 17 years old and a junior at Pennsbury High School in Fairless Hills, PA. I love to play football and basketball, skateboard and listen to music. I'm known for my crazy sense of humor and making people laugh. I have an outgoing personality like my crazy speaker-mom, and I love to motivate kids.
	My name is Christopher Reid and I'm an outgoing person. Basketball is my passion. I love making people laugh and having a good time.
	My name is Eryn Sherman. I recently graduated from Gahanna Lincoln High School. I will be attending Florida Southern College, to major in communications and minor in vocal performance. This will be my seventh year with the NSA youth program, and every year is better than the last. I know this year will be no different.
	My name is Kara Staples. I would describe myself as a friendly, patient, kind and caring person who is a team player and loves kids. I also love animals and have many pets. I am very athletic and love sports, especially ringette and soccer.
	My name is Daniel Stockdale. I serve many leadership roles and have been nominated by my high school's faculty to attend Boy's State and Freedom Foundation. I am an honors student and athlete who holds a first degree black belt. I play baseball, basketball and football.
	My name is Allison Stone and I'm a passionate, outgoing college junior student. My interests are in the history of human interaction and geology. I enjoy kayaking, tennis and sailing.
	My name is Tyler Switzer and this will be my fourth year as a youth leader. I can't wait to see all the old faces, as well as meeting the new ones at this year's youth conference.
	My name is Kacey Thredgold and I'm in my second year at the University of Utah. I am interested in so many things so I haven't decided on a major. I'm currently doing modeling and acting, and have participated in television commercials and film.
	My name is Morgan Whipple and I'm a junior at Bountiful High School. I love to snowboard; love art; love to listen to music and I'd like to learn to play an instrument. I'm way awesome!